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Female Neurologist in Ontario Canada???

LadyJaneG
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I live in southern Ontario. I am currently not happy with my neurologist. I have had him for 20 years and as I approach my pre-menopausal years, I just don't feel that he is addressing issues that are arising that I feel are affecting my seizures activity....maybe I need a Psychologist??? That's the way he's making me feel...I leave his office in tears. My own family doctor isn't much more help. I just would really like to consult with a female Neulogist. If anyone has any names? I'm willing to drive anywhere between Toronto and Kingston. Thanks.

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dannon

Hello LadyJaneG
Just some thoughts here, nothing based on knowing anything.

It might be time to see an endocrinologist. If something about your system is starting to effect you seizure activity, you probably (my thought) need a different specialist than the neurologist to pinpoint what's changing. If there are hormonal changes - it would be an endocrinologist or a gynecologist who would be best suited. Personally and again with no real knowledge, I would assume the endocrinologist would better understand the effects of encephalitis on your system as most of the endocrine system is governed in the brain.

As for the psychologist, psychiatrist; as long as its one who is fully briefed by your neurologist and concurs with your neurologist's diagnosis of your problems, it shouldn't hurt. If it turns out to n=be a mistake (and sometimes it can be) you just stop going.

Of all of this, please give some consideration to seeing an endocrinologist. Perhaps you might even discuss seeing an endocrinologist with your neurologist or general practitioner.

I hope you find some answers,
-dannon

LadyJaneG

I hadn't thought of an endocrinologist..? Interesting thought. I'll maybe discuss this with my family doctor when I see him again in November for my physical. Perhaps I could start by having my hormone levels checked. Thanks for the insight.

dannon

Encephalitis can cause damage to your neuro endocrine system just like it caused damage to everything else in the brain.
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When you have problems with your endocrine system, it effects you brain function as much as your body function.
-dannon

Dignity

Hi Lady Jane,

I agree with Dannon concerning the fact that Encephalitis has effects on the neuro endocrine system, which can be particularly enhanced at certain peak hormonal moments (menopause, menstrual cycles, adolescence, and other).

Another important issue to check with your endocrinologist may be the effects of the medication you are taking (anti-depressants, anticonvulsives, etc) on your hormones, as these also interact with and effect your neuro endocrine system.

Good luck Lady Jane and hope you find an appropriate Doctor.

Dignity

Sandy_H

Hi LadyJaneG
I agree with everyone as it's best to have a look at all aspects. I think it's about time you changed your Doctor. I had to do this and have a fantastic Doctor now. Remember it's your life and we take more time finding a mechanic to fix our car than on our Doctor. I on the other hand interviewed Doctors to find mine. I made an appointment, took my file and when asked by the Doctor "What can I do for you?" my reply was "I'm interviewing for a new GP". The Doctor I chose turned towards me and said "What would you like to know" I discussed my medical history and he shared his knowledge. At the end he asked "Well?" and my reply was "You've just got 5 new patients". I knew I had chosen well as I went to walk out of his rooms and his voice behind me quietly said "turn left". I smiled as he knew my short term memory would have left me a little disoriented on leaving the room.
We must ask questions, talk to others and trust in the knowledge of our Doctors and Specialists. I hope you find the answers. Cheers Sandy

dannon

My experience with endocrinologists - good ones - is you don't tell them what to do or look at.

You tell them a little about what brought you there and then they ask a million questions as they figure out what tests to run.

endocrinology is up there with brain surgery and rocket science.

MaccaM72

I am also in Southern Ontario and my first Neruo was male and to be honest he had a "god complex" like he was right and no matter what I said I was wrong. Oh sorry what am I saying he would just tune me out.

My next Neruo was Dr. Denise Sterling in Oakville, Ontario. In my eyes she was exceptional. Young, intelligent and aware of limitations. She helped me all she could and being a good doctor she knew that I needed more help than she could give anymore and advised me to a more specialized seizure clinic in Ontario.

I will be adding to my journal soon as to where I have now wound up in my recovery it will just take me a day or 2 in order to get it down and posted. Feel free to contact me if you wish.

Good luck, be strong and take care.

MaccaM

dannon

Wow - a direct answer to a question - excellent MaccaM.

Maybe a new neurologist (Dr. Sterling) and an Endocrinologist to boot might be the ticket?

LadyJaneG

Wow..I'm impressed folks! Can't say enough how much I appreciate the feedback on this. I feel more cared about and have received more information than if I had of just been to my own neurologist! Can't say enough what a fantastic group this is!

MaccaM72

Just Glad to help LadyJane.

Sometimes we need to reach out to find the help we need. Just remember we aren't neuros here but you will see there are many of us with extensive neruo experiences. Personally I am on #4 now.

If you decide to approach my suggestion just indicate that you have heard of her but not where. It is nothing against this great group it is only because she was my Neruo and I plan to approach her in the future regarding my recovery. I just don't want her to think someone is tossing her name around the web.

Just an FYI I was left with a scar on my brain as well due to encephalitis in 2002 and it was detected very soon after I became ill. It is a good thing that you have that appearing on your scans because it may help them pinpoint areas of attention.

Here is a link to my initial Journal entry here.

https://www.inspire.com/member-journal/entry/my-life-with-e/

Good luck to you.

MaccaM

LadyJaneG

Hi MaccaM. I tried a couple of different times to open up your link and had trouble. Even on a couple of different couple computers. So I wasn't able to access that link. Just want you to know how much I appreciate your help.

Dignity

Hi Lady Jane,

Like MaccaM and everyone that has replied, GLAD TO BE OF HELP and Glad that you feel supported.

This is exactly what this site and forum is about, solidarity and brilliant team work done by great people! Well done everyone!!!

At your service whenever needed

Dignity

MaccaM72

Lady Jane

Try clicking on my name above and it should take you to my profile and then scroll down and you should see my journal entries.

Hopefully that gets you to them :)

MaccaM

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