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Dr. Miran W. Salgado, MD

Neurologist

Dr. Miran W. Salgado MD is a top Neurologist in Brooklyn, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Miran W. Salgado MD is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Miran W. Salgado MD is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Miran W. Salgado MD is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Brooklyn, NY, Dr. Miran W. Salgado MD is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
39 years Experience
Dr. Miran W. Salgado, MD
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

What causes sudden shocks in the body for some people?

Shock like jerks often happen when we are falling into sleep. These are called hypnoeic jerks involving the whole body and a normal phenomenon. If they occurre during awake state READ MORE
Shock like jerks often happen when we are falling into sleep. These are called hypnoeic jerks involving the whole body and a normal phenomenon. If they occurre during awake state I would consider drugs and metabolic causes before I think of multitude of other causes that diffusely affect the brain

What causes a person to have dementia?

Dementia is a broad definition of cognitive decline . Alzheimer's disease is possibly the commonest cause of dementia . Vascular disease , Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's disease READ MORE
Dementia is a broad definition of cognitive decline . Alzheimer's disease is possibly the commonest cause of dementia . Vascular disease , Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's disease and Parkinsonism syndromes, infections such as HIV and syphillis as well as vitamin deficiencies as well as hypothyroidism are a few other causes

Can Parkinson's affect younger people?

Parkinson's disease is more common with advancing age . However it can be seen in patients below 20 ( juvenile PD) and below 40 ( young onset) . Young onset forms are more likely READ MORE
Parkinson's disease is more common with advancing age . However it can be seen in patients below 20 ( juvenile PD) and below 40 ( young onset) . Young onset forms are more likely to be inherited forms

Could hazy vision be a sign of some problem with the brain?

Yes visual problems may result with problems affecting the optic nerves and along their path as well as in the back of the brain where vision is perceived

When is the Spinal fluid test recommended?

Spinal fluid can give valuable information on infectious and inflammatory as well as neuro degenerative conditions affecting the brain