Garden State Neurology and Neuro-Oncology

HomeWelcome to our WebsiteGarden State Neurology & Neuro-Oncology, PCOur aim is to provide the highest quality of care along with the greatest compassion for our patients with any neurologic condition. Our aim is to address all your concerns and provide answers to all your questions. We have the latest technology with a vast array of diagnostic testing and a paperless Electronic Medical Record to help accomplish our goal. Meet our PhysiciansSumul N. Raval, M.D.Elena L. Ivashina, M.D.Dakshesh K. Patel, M.D.Neurology ServicesNeurology Services : Provided by Staff Neurologic Consultation in the Office and HospitalsNeuro-Oncology Evaluation Chemotherapy Intrathecal ChemotherapyNeurophysiological testing EMG / Nerve Conduction studies EEG, Ambulatory EEG Evoked Potentials - VER, BAER's, SSEP Lumbar Puncture/Spinal Tap Dementia TestingDifferent Therapeutic Options: Botulinum toxin (BoTox) injections Nerve Block Trigger Point InjectionsPatient InstructionsPatient Forms and InstructionsNew Patient Forms:Instructions for Tests:EEG EMG Evoked PotentialsPatient EducationThe following links take you to patient-friendly information provided by neurologychannel, a physician developed and monitored resource.Fibromyalgia Guillain-Barre syndrome Headaches Hemifacial spasm Huntington's disease Hydrocephalus Lyme diseaseMeningitis Migraines Movement disorders Multiple sclerosis (MS) Multisystem atrophy Myasthenia gravisMyopathies Nervous system tumorsNeurofibromatosis Neuropathy Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) ADHD ALS/Lou Gehrig's diseaseAlzheimer's diseaseAsperger's syndrome Autism Back pain Bell's palsy Carpal tunnel syndrome Cephalic disorders Cerebral palsy Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease Chronic pain Coma Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease Degenerative Disc Disease Dementia Dystonia Encephalitis Epilepsy/seizure disorders Essential tremor Parkinson's diseaseRestless legs syndrome/periodic limb movement disorder RSD (reflex sympathetic dystrophy)Sleep disordersSpinal cord injuryStress Stroke Tourette's syndromeTraumatic brain injuryTrigeminal neuralgiaVertigo/dizziness Support GroupsHotlinesDavid S. Zocchi Brain Tumor Center1-877-577-9800 National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-422-4453 (1-800-4-A-Child) The National Domestic Violence Hotline 1.800.799.7233 (1-800-799-SAFE) Poison Control 1.800.222.1222 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1.800.273.8255 (1-800-273-TALK) Press ReleaseNewspaper ReleasesExperimental therapy shrinking brain tumorsNeurologist from Monmouth and Community Medical Centers Gives Advice about Traumatic Brain InjuryVideo InterviewInterview with Dr. Raval - TV Asia - Face to FaceInterview with Dr. Raval - NJNContact UsHours:Wed, Thu, Fri9:00 - 5:00Mon-Fri9:00 - 5:00West Long Branch:100 State Highway 36 East, Suite 2P, Second Floor, West Long Branch, NJ 07764 Map Phone: (732) 229-6200 Fax: 732-229-6201 Toms River: 9 Hospital Drive, Suite A7Toms River, NJ 08755 Map Phone: (732) 341-0200 Fax: 732-229-6201 Sumul RavalSumul N. Raval, M.D.Medical School: M. P. Shah Medical College, India Neurology Residency: UMDNJ - New Jersey Medical School Fellowship: Neuro-Oncology _ Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New YorkDr. Sumul N. Raval completed his neurology residency at UMDNJ- New Jersey Medical School, where he also served as chief resident. After finishing his Neuro-Oncology Fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York, he served as Attending Neuro-Oncologist there.Dr. Raval has published many peer review papers in many reputed medical journals, written a text book chapter and presented his research in many national and international medical meetings.Dr. Raval is a Board Certified Neurologist with specialty training in Neuro-Oncology who holds a special interest in treating patients with brain tumors, multiple sclerosis, headaches, and any Neurological problem.Elena IvashinaElena L. Ivashina, M.D.Medical School: Medical Institute of Latvia, Neurology Residency: Boston Medical Center, Boston Fellowship: Movement Disorders _ Boston Medical Center, BostonDr. Elena Ivashina completed her neurology residency at Boston Medical Center, Boston University School of Medicine. She also served as a Chief Resident in her final year. She was awarded a Fellowship in Movement Disorders at Boston Medical Center.Dr. Ivashina is a Board Certified Neurologist with specialty training in Movement Disorders who holds a special interest in treating patients with disorders including Parkinsons disease, dystonic disorders, tics, gait disorders, and dementia. She is trained to administer botulinum toxin (BOTOX) treatment and managing patients after deep brain stimulation surgery.Dakshesh PatelDakshesh K. Patel, M.D.Medical School: Upstate Medical University, Syracuse Neurology Residency: SUNY - Stony Brook Fellowship: Clinical Neurophysiology _ SUNY - Stony BrookDr. Patel received his medical degree from Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY. He continued his training in adult neurology at State University of New York in Stony Brook, NY where he served as a chief resident. He continued his training further with a fellowship in clinical neurophysiology and became proficient in EEG, epilepsy as well as EMG and neuromuscular disorders and finished training in 2007. Dr. Patel is a Board Certified Neurologist with specialty training in Clinical Neurophysiology who holds a special interest in treating patients with adult and pediatric epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, movement disorders such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's dementia, and migraines.APP - ArticleTBI ArticleNJN InterviewInterview with Dr. Raval - NJN

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EEGPreparation for EEGRoutine EEG:Wash and clean your hair well in the morning or the night before the EEG.Do not use any hair products - Do not put any spray, lotion or oil in your hair.You may eat, drink and take prescribed medications as usual. Avoid caffeine.Please do not sleep on the day of the EEG. The test is most useful if it contains drowsiness and sleep.Please arrive at the EEG lab 15-20 minutes before your scheduled appointment.Ambulatory EEG:Wear a blouse or shirt that BUTTONS DOWN THE FRONT; this will make it easier for you to change clothes later if you wish.Your head will be wrapped in gauze which can be covered with a scarf, loose fitting cap or hat if you would like to bring one with you.Sleep deprived EEG: Option 1: Do not go to sleep the night prior to EEG. Option 2: Go to sleep around 12:00 to 1:00 and wake up at 4:00 to 5:00.Do not use caffeine or any other stimulants to stay awake.EMGPreparation for EMGThe patient does not need to do anything special to prepare for this test. Please plan on being here for approximately one hour.Please do not bring small children or babies with you, as they cannot be in the testing room during the procedure.Be sure to inform the physician, however, if you are taking blood-thinning medication such as Coumadin, have hemophilia or a cardiac pacemaker. Upper Extremities: Wash you hands and arms well with soap.Do no use skin lotions or creams on the day of the test.Bring or wear a sleeve-less shirt or T-shirt.Lower Extremities:Wash you legs well with soap.Do no use skin lotions or creams on the day of the test.Wear loose shorts.Evoked PotentialsPreparation for EPWash and clean your hair well in the morning or the night before the EEG.Do not use any hair products - Do not put any spray, lotion or oil in your hair.You may eat, drink and take prescribed medications as usual. Visual Evoked Response (VER)Make sure and bring your glasses or contact lenses.Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)If you wear a hearing aid make sure and bring it with you!Somatosensory Evoked Response (SER)This test can be ordered on arms, legs or all 4 limbs. It takes 45 minutes to test two limbs, and 90 minutes to test four limbs.You will need to wear loose, comfortable clothing that will allow us access to your legs up to 5 inches above your knees, your neck, low back, and your hip. Two-piece outfits that have loose legs usually work well.

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100 State Highway 36 East, Suite 2P, Second Floor, West Long Branch, NJ 07764 Map Phone: (732) 229-6200 Fax: 732-229-6201 9 Hospital Drive, Suite A7, 1st Floor, Toms River, NJ 08755 Map Phone: (732) 341-0200 Fax: 732-229-6201 Copyright © 2010 Garden State Neurology & Neuro-Oncology, PC - All Rights ReservedPage 1