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Peter Osterbauer
Neurologist | Neurology
Dr. Peter Osterbauer has been a member of the Alaska medical community since 2006, when he was transferred by the U.S. Air Force to Elmendorf, AFB. He retired from the Air Force in 2011 and stayed in the area with his family. Dr. Osterbauer treats all aspects of neurologic disease, but has special interests in multiple sclerosis, headache medicine, sleep medicine, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. He also has special training in brain chemistry, and his unique skill set allows him to "think outside the box" to which many neurologists are confined. Patients consistently rate Dr. Peter Osterbauer as "Superior," citing his bedside manner especially. He makes a focused effort to treat each patient as a unique person, rather than a "number in the queue," and it shows. Each of his patients is approached as a medical mystery until proven otherwise. He leaves no stone unturned, but is humble enough to admit when he feels that he is in over his head, and offers relevant referrals to other providers when necessary. Dr. Peter Osterbauer is also a human being. A husband, father, son, and friend. His book, Something Shifted: Navigating the Path from Shame to Grace, details just how human he is, and offers hope to others who are suffering. Dr. Osterbauer bravely sets forth his personal struggles and faults in the hope that it will help others to overcome theirs. Dr. Osterbauer has served as Chief of Neurology and Consultant to the Surgeon General for Neurology for the Pacific Air Force Command. He also spearheaded the development of the U.S. Air Force's first mild traumatic brain injury center. While active duty, he assisted in the development of his facility's sleep medicine and infusion therapy clinics. He is currently in private practice in Anchorage, Alaska. His goal is to treat each of his patients with integrity, dignity, and compassion, and to bring healing whenever possible.
22 years
Experience
Peter Osterbauer
- Anchorage, AK
- University of Tennessee
- Accepting new patients
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Should stroke patients get physical therapy?
Absolutely! After a stroke, physical therapy is one of the most important parts of the recovery plan, especially for the first three months after the stroke. Starting in physical READ MORE
Absolutely! After a stroke, physical therapy is one of the most important parts of the recovery plan, especially for the first three months after the stroke. Starting in physical therapy as soon as safely possible and fully participating in the therapy gives the best chance to regain functions that were lost. If possible, work with a physical therapist who has special training or experience in treating stroke patients. Occupational therapy and speech therapy are important, too.
Cervical spinal cord injuries?
Spinal injuries can be tricky. Depending on the injury, it can be possible to function completely normally, sometimes even for years, until you move the wrong way and trigger symptoms. READ MORE
Spinal injuries can be tricky. Depending on the injury, it can be possible to function completely normally, sometimes even for years, until you move the wrong way and trigger symptoms. Some injuries also do not become symptomatic until a few hours to a few days later when inflammation and swelling set in. That is why it is always important to have a spinal injury checked out by a qualified medical provider, even if the injured person seems to look, feel, and function normally.
Does a neurologist treat diabetic neuropathy?
It depends on the neurologist. Some, like myself, will both diagnose and treat diabetic neuropathy. Others will make the diagnosis, then refer you to another provider or back to READ MORE
It depends on the neurologist. Some, like myself, will both diagnose and treat diabetic neuropathy. Others will make the diagnosis, then refer you to another provider or back to your primary care provider for treatment.
Rare neurological disease?
Hello, It sounds like you may have a condition called Tardive Dyskinesia (TD). This is a movement disorder caused by certain medications, such as Risperidone. TD usually causes READ MORE
Hello, It sounds like you may have a condition called Tardive Dyskinesia (TD). This is a movement disorder caused by certain medications, such as Risperidone. TD usually causes involuntary movements of the muscles in your face and head, but can also affect muscles in your arms, hands, legs, and body. It is treatable, but generally not curable. Currently, there are 2 medications approved to treat TD: Austedo and Ingrezza. Antidepressants will not treat this disorder. Any Neurologist should be able to diagnose and treat TD. Medications like Risperidone can also cause Drug-Induced Parkinsonism; however, the symptoms of this usually resolve within about 6 months or so.
