3 Best Neurologists in Orange

“Prof Simon Hawke graduated from the University of Sydney, Australia. He finished his fellowship at the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in 1989. He is particularly interested in neuroinflammatory diseases such as MS and neurodegenerative disorders. He focuses on the blood-brain barrier, immunity, mechanisms of prion infection, and developing biomarkers in MS. Dr Simon serves on the CJD International Support Alliance (CJDISA). He also provides high-quality care for people who need diagnosis and management of conditions affecting the brain, spine, nerves, and muscles. Dr Simon practices at Central West Neurology & Neurosurgery, which has all the advanced facilities to provide efficient treatment. He holds weekly clinics at Sydney Neurology in Camperdown.”

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“Dr Emma Blackwood earned her medical degree from the University of New South Wales in Australia in 2003. She completed her fellowship at the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in 2010. Dr Blackwood also pursued a neuromuscular fellowship at Concord Hospital, where she received training in neurophysiology, neuroimmunology, and neuromuscular medicine. She is skilled in various neurophysiology procedures, including performing and interpreting nerve conduction studies, electromyography (EMG), electroencephalography (EEG), and evoked potential studies. Additionally, Dr Blackwood specialises in the injection of botulinum toxin to treat several neurological conditions, such as hemifacial spasm, blepharospasm, cervical dystonia, post-stroke spasticity, migraine, and axillary hyperhidrosis. Dr Blackwood practices at Central West Neurology & Neurosurgery, offering comprehensive diagnostic tests for nervous system issues, including EEGs, evoked responses, and nerve conduction studies.”

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“Dr Rami Haddad received his medical degree from Al Mustansiriyah University in Iraq in 2003. He completed his basic physician training at John Hunter Hospital and his neurology training at Royal North Shore Hospital and Monash Medical Centre. In 2012, he underwent subspecialty training in stroke at Gosford Hospital. He earned his Fellowship from the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in 2014 and holds a Certificate from the Australian Medical Council (AMC). Dr Haddad has international experience treating various neurological diseases, including multiple sclerosis, in Sweden, where he practised as a neurologist for several years. He treats a range of general neurological conditions, including epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, headaches, stroke, and Parkinson's disease. Dr Haddad takes pride in practising patient-centred care. He is bilingual, speaking Arabic and Swedish. He currently practices at Bloomfield Medical Group, which features a state-of-the-art medical centre.”

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