Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
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It is best to seek care immediately with sudden neurological symptoms such as weakness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, or temporary loss of vision, even if they subside within minutes. These episodes may correspond to a transient ischemic attack (TIA), a brief interruption of blood flow to a part of the brain that leaves no permanent damage but does serve as an important warning sign.
Common symptoms: Facial numbness, sudden confusion, coordination problems, or short-lasting visual disturbances.
Which specialist treats it? Because of its nature, it is usually addressed first in an emergency department with support from the emergency physician, and follow-up falls to the neurologist or the neurosurgeon depending on the evaluation. With any episode of this kind, do not let it pass: seek care without delay so that a professional can evaluate you.
Data on 229 doctors who treat transient ischemic attack (tia)
Which specialist treats transient ischemic attack (tia)?
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is mainly treated by a neurologist, with support from an emergency medicine physician for the initial urgent assessment. Even if symptoms resolve quickly, it's important to seek medical attention right away, since it can be a warning sign of a larger event.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in transient ischemic attack (tia)
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Pedro Tiburcio Cortes Gonzalez
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Frequently asked questions
What is transient ischemic attack (tia)?
It is best to seek care immediately with sudden neurological symptoms such as weakness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, or temporary loss of vision, even if they subside within minutes. These episodes may correspond to a transient ischemic attack (TIA), a brief interruption of blood flo...
Which doctor treats transient ischemic attack (tia)?
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is mainly treated by a neurologist, with support from an emergency medicine physician for the initial urgent assessment. Even if symptoms resolve quickly, it's important to seek medical attention right away, since it can be a warning sign of a larger event.