Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dr. Helman graduated Summa Cum Laude from UCLA in Biology in 1980. He studied medicine at the Pritzker School of Medicine, University of Chicago, graduating in 1984. He served as the Chief Resident in Neurology at the University of Minnesota Teaching Hospitals in Minneapolis, completed an internship in neurosurgery/neurology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester and received additional neurological training at the St. Paul-Ramsey Medical Center. Board certified in neurology, Dr. Helman has been in private practice in California for over 24 years. He is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Neurology, a member of the American Medical Association, the California Medical Association, and the Monterey County Medical Society. Dr. Helman has performed over 20,000 Electromyography (EMG) tests and Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) studies. He is also a Clinical Instructor in Neurology at UCSF.
Central California Neurology accepts most major insurances, including: Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, HealthNet, Medicare, Medi-Cal and is a member of various other provider networks. Dr. Helman is fully bilingual in Spanish and English.
Central California Neurology receives referrals from over 150 physicians, diagnostic testing services, and other healthcare organizations. Known for providing timely diagnostic test results, he has built an excellent reputation for reliability, accuracy, and responsiveness to patients and referral sources.
Dr. Helman graduated Summa Cum Laude from UCLA in Biology in 1980. He studied medicine at the Pritzker School of Medicine, University of Chicago, graduating in 1984. He served as the Chief Resident in Neurology at the University of Minnesota Teaching Hospitals in Minneapolis, completed an internship in neurosurgery/neurology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester and received additional neurological training at the St. Paul-Ramsey Medical Center. Board certified in neurology, Dr. Helman has been in private practice in California for over 24 years. He is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Neurology, a member of the American Medical Association, the California Medical Association, and the Monterey County Medical Society. Dr. Helman has performed over 20,000 Electromyography (EMG) tests and Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) studies. He is also a Clinical Instructor in Neurology at UCSF.
Central California Neurology accepts most major insurances, including: Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, HealthNet, Medicare, Medi-Cal and is a member of various other provider networks. Dr. Helman is fully bilingual in Spanish and English.
Central California Neurology receives referrals from over 150 physicians, diagnostic testing services, and other healthcare organizations. Known for providing timely diagnostic test results, he has built an excellent reputation for reliability, accuracy, and responsiveness to patients and referral sources.
Lauren Spiegel, MD, is a board-certified neurologist sub-specializing in movement disorders and currently serves patients at South Valley Neurology in Morgan Hill, California.
Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Spiegel completed a Bachelor of Science in neuroscience and behavioral biology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. She was awarded the Boisfeuillet Jones Medal for good citizenship, outstanding leadership, and devoted service to Emory University and the community, and was a Jack Kent Cooke Scholar. After attending the Medical College of Georgia, she trained at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. During her residency, she spent several months at M.D. Anderson and received a resident teaching award each year.
Dr. Spiegel pursued a fellowship in movement disorders at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF), where she gained clinical experience with deep brain stimulation (DBS) and botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for neurologic conditions. At UCSF, she treated patients with Parkinson’s disease, other Parkinsonian disorders, essential tremor, ataxia, Huntington’s disease, dystonia, tardive dyskinesia, functional movement disorders, tics, and myoclonus. During her education, Dr. Spiegel has had research published in multiple academic journals, including the Journal of Neuroscience, Toxins, and Neuropsychopharmacology.
In the clinical setting, Dr. Spiegel listens to patients’ preferences regarding treatment to form a therapeutic alliance. She enjoys focusing on improving quality of life and optimizing medication regimens.
Zepure Kouyoumdjian, DO, or Dr. K, practices general neurology at South Valley Neurology in Morgan Hill, California. Dr. Kouyoumdjian is the founder of South Valley Neurology, which was established in 2011.
Dr. Kouyoumdjian earns each patient’s trust through her compassionate care, comprehensive assessment, and up-to-date, empirically supported treatment plans. She understands that patients frequently feel anxious and confused about their neurological symptoms. She takes the time to ease their concerns by talking about their health.
Dr. Kouyoumdjian was raised in Michigan and received her undergraduate degree from Wayne State University in Detroit. She earned her osteopathic medical degree from Touro University California in Vallejo, California, then returned to Detroit to complete her neurology residency at Michigan State University, in association with Ascension St. John Hospital. During her residency, she was elected chief intern, received the intern of the year award, and was nominated chief resident for two years.
Dr. Kouyoumdjian received further training in epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, and neurodegenerative disorders through the distinguished Henry Ford Health System, and training in headache disorders through the University of Michigan. More recently, she served as director of the stroke program at St. Louise Regional Hospital in Gilroy, California.
Her advanced training equips her to perform superior diagnostic neurological testing and provide specialized treatments.
Hiep Ngo, MD, is a highly skilled neurologist with a wealth of experience. At South Valley Neurology in Morgan Hill, California, Dr. Ngo partners with patients to create meaningful improvements in quality of life.
Education has always shaped Dr. Ngo’s path. He earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, and then completed his medical degree at the Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond.
A residency and internship at the University of California Davis Medical Center further refined Dr. Ngo’s skill set. He remained at UC Davis to complete fellowship training in neurophysiology. Today, Dr. Ngo remains committed to expanding his knowledge and skills through continuing education opportunities.
Dr. Ngo has held numerous roles over more than two decades in practice. He’s worked as a neurologist in hospital outpatient departments, as well as meeting the needs of stroke patients in busy hospital settings.
Patients appreciate Dr. Ngo’s meticulous approach and his friendly demeanor. He invests time in understanding his patients and developing personalized treatment plans that address their specific needs and goals.
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