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Neurology and Neurosurgery

The Neurology and Neurosurgery services at Our Lady of the Lake provide world-class compassionate care to patients with brain diseases and disorders from the most common to the most complex.

As a leader in Louisiana for neurology, neurosurgery and stroke care, our team of expert physicians and care providers uses an integrated approach of personalized care powered by groundbreaking research and the latest medical technology. 

Specialty Centers & Services

  • Neurosurgery procedures
  • Primary Stroke Center & Telestroke
  • Hearing & Balance Center
  • Voice Center

Neurophysiology Lab

Our Lady of the Lake Ascension's Neurophysiology Lab provides diagnostic testing for a number of neurological issues and is staffed by a certified neurophysiology technician. The neurophysiology lab at Our Lady of the Lake Ascension is under the direction of a Board Certified neurologist.

Neurophysiology Lab Diagnostic Testing Includes:

  • EEG (electroencephalogram) - a test that measures and records the electrical activity of the brain.
  • EKG or ECG (electrocardiogram) - a test that checks for problems with the electrical activity of the heart.
  • EMG (electromyogram) - a test that measures the electrical impulses of muscles at rest and during contraction.
  • Evoked Response Testing - tests that measure the time it takes for nerves to respond to stimulation as well as the size of the response. Nerves from different areas of the body may be tested.
  • Nerve Conduction Study - a test that measures how well and how fast the nerves can send electrical signals

Contact Us:

Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center
5000 Hennessy Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225)765-6565

Awards, Recognition and Achievements

Our Lady of the Lake is recognized as an outstanding stroke care provider.

Primary Stroke Center of Excellence - Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center has held this designation from the Joint Commission since 2012.

Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award - In 2019, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get with the Guidelines® - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite Plus. The award recognizes the hospital's commitment to providing the most appropriate stroke treatment according to nationally recognized research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.