Neurosciences

For Professionals

In addition to treating a wide range of neurological conditions and disorders, Tanner Health System delivers exceptional care for stroke and multiple sclerosis throughout west Georgia and east Alabama. Our integrated continuum of care enables us to follow our patients from treatment through recovery and rehabilitation services.

Refer a patient

Tanner’s clinical team, including neurohospitalists, implement advanced stroke care protocols, providing rapid response and optimized outcomes for our neurology patients.

Three Tanner hospitals have earned distinction as accredited destinations for advanced stroke care:

  • Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton and Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica have each earned an Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers designation from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association and The Joint Commission.
  • Higgins General Hospital in Bremen is a designated Advanced Disease-Specific Care Certification for Acute Stroke Ready Hospitals.

Additionally, our robust telemedicine services enable our neurologists to consult on emergent stroke cases around the clock.

Contact us at 770-812-9929 to refer a patient for treatment, or to learn more about our neurology services.

Infusion therapy for MS patients

Tanner offers infusion therapy services in a custom-designed, accessible setting and works compassionately with our patients to address not only their symptom burden, but also the psychosocial implications of living with MS. Learn more about our treatment options for MS patients.



Resources for Your Patients

Tanner offers classes and events that serve as additional support for your patients, who may need help making lifestyle or dietary changes for better health. View our classes and events.

For helpful articles, quizzes and other educational tools to share with your patients, visit the Tanner Health Library.

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