Our Practice

Philosophy: The physicians and staff of Northwest Neurology, Ltd., strive to provide the highest quality of care for our patients. We believe in compassion and professionalism, and are dedicated to the patients we serve. We are privileged to work beside physicians we respect, and are committed to the community in which we practice.

Northwest Neurology was founded in 1983. Over the last 25 years Northwest Neurology has grown from a single physician in solo practice to one of the largest private practice neurology groups in the Chicago area. The group has expanded to include 9 neurologists and a certified nurse practitioner. Each physician in our practice maintains interest and expertise in all areas of neurology, and has additional subspecialty interests. We have office locations in Arlington Heights, Hoffman Estates, and a recently expanded, new office in Lake Barrington.

Our Commitment

Northwest Neurology has participated in multiple research studies to promote the scientific understanding and treatment of neurological disorders.  As evidence of an on going commitment to state of the art medical care, Northwest Neurology physicians have been appointed Stroke Directors at many of the leading area hospitals, and maintain active contacts with colleagues at major university hospitals.

The Multiple Sclerosis Center of Northwest Neurology is recognized by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (www.nmss.org) and The Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (www.mscare.org). Directed by Dr. George Katsamakis, who comes to the group from Rush University, the center is one of the largest of its kind, caring for nearly 1500 MS patients. Dr. Katsamakis has focused his training and clinical practice on MS and is internationally recognized for his expertise in diagnosing and treating multiple sclerosis and related disorders. All of Northwest Neurology’s physicians are involved and are dedicated to offering the best possible treatment to patients with multiple sclerosis in a comprehensive and caring manner. In office infusion therapy is offered to patients requiring treatment with Tysabri, a new treatment for multiple sclerosis. The infusion center, on-site neuropsychological testing, and in-office MRI help to foster comprehensive, convenient and cost-effective treatment for multiple sclerosis patients.

Northwest Neurology’s neurologists emphasize thoroughness and attention to detail. Northwest Neurology has fellowship trained and experienced electromyographers, and EMG testing is available in each Northwest Neurology office. With expertise in managing neuromuscular diseases such as myasthenia gravis and neuropathy, as well as back pain, neck
pain, carpal tunnel, and pinched nerves, the physicians devise a diagnostic and treatment plan with the patient, and work to treat the underlying cause as well as the symptoms that afflict the patient. Dr. Daniele Anderson offers expertise in botulinim toxin injections for treatment of dystonia, spasticity and neuromuscular conditions as well as headache.

When patients suffer from more highly complex conditions, such as medication refractory Parkinson's disease, new and cutting edge treatments are considered, including possible surgical treatments. If surgery is pursued, post-operative care and deep brain stimulator adjustments can be made by Northwest Neurology’s neurologists. Similarly, in the uncommon circumstance of medication resistant seizure disorders, the possible benefits of epilepsy surgery are considered, and Northwest Neurology’s connections with nationally recognized epilepsy centers are utilized to foster the best possible treatments.