Edward Firouztale, D.O.

I have always been fascinated by science and driven to contribute to people’s wellbeing. Before going to medical school, I earned a doctorate of engineering science in bioengineering. For my doctoral thesis, I developed a mathematical model of the respiratory system to simulate conditions that might explain sudden infant death syndrome. I went on to teach at a major university and subsequently joined a multinational corporation as a senior process engineer.

As a physician, I chose neurology because of the field’s sophistication and expanding knowledge. I am convinced that what we learn through research into the brain and nervous system will lead to new treatments for a variety of conditions, including mental illness.

Our team provides comprehensive services for the diagnosis and treatment of neurologic conditions. I have special expertise in treating epilepsy and stroke, but people can see me for a wide range of disorders. These include spinal stenosis, gait disturbance, dementia, headache, migraine, peripheral neuropathy, myasthenia gravis, and Parkinson’s disease.

Some patients require specialized testing to confirm a diagnosis or design a treatment plan. I perform and read electroencephalography, or EEG, a procedure that involves placing electrodes on the scalp to record the brain’s electrical activity. I also interpret computer cognitive tests to assess memory and other mental processes.

I take a holistic approach to patient care, because humans are more than a collection of symptoms or diseases. Every patient’s quality of life and ability to perform everyday routines are extremely important to me.