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What type of specialist would treat a stroke patient?

I am a 45 year old male. I want to know what type of specialist would treat a stroke patient?

4 Answers

Physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist.

Yours sincerely,

Linda Li, MD
Neurologist

Honghui Feng, MD. FASA
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A neurologist
Initially a neurologist with or without a neurosurgeon depending on the type of stroke. Then a physiatrist on an inpatient rehab unit. Afterwards a neurologist and possibly a physiatrist.