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Finding local board-certified physicians who can help is easy. The neurologists and neurosurgeons of the Lakeland Neuroscience Center work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for each patient. Through collaboration and commitment to provide optimal care, the physicians treat an array of neurological disorders that affect the brain, spinal cord, muscles, and nerves.

If you have questions about these or other neurological disorders not listed here, please consult your medical provider.

Lakeland Neurology Lakeland Neurosurgey

Our Locations

Lakeland Neuroscience Center Health Park Medical Suites, St. Joseph
3950 Hollywood Road, Suites 210 & 230
Neurosurgery (269) 556-1990, Neurology (269) 985-0000

Lakeland Neurology, Coloma
6559 Paw Paw Ave
Neurology (269) 985-0000

Neurology
Michael Schiman, NP
Peter Spencer, DO
Robert Ward, III, DO, FACN
(269) 985-0000 

Neurosurgery
Angela Blomgren, PA
Alexander George, PA
Christian Sikorski, MD, FAANS, FACS
Rafeek Woods, MD
(269) 556-1990

Continue Watching

Inpatient Rehabilitation: Timothy Buchana "Making Every Second Count"

After suffering a severe brain hemorrhage, Timothy turned to Lakeland Hospital Watervliet for inpatient rehabilitation.

Sep 19
Inpatient Rehabilitation: Mike Wilson "A New Normal"

After suffering a stroke, Mike Wilson spent the next month participating in an extensive inpatient rehabilitation program at Lakeland Hospital Watervliet to help him return to his normal functions.

May 13
Check-Up: Michael O'Hearn - A Pain in the Back

Physical therapist, Michael O'Hearn shares when to seek medical help for back pain.

Mar 08
Provider Video Profile: Michael Schiman, NP (Neurology)

Nurse practitioner Michael Schiman helps those with a variety of neurologic illnesses at Lakeland Neurology.

Jan 23
Physician Video Profile: Rafeek Woods, MD (Neurosurgery)

Introducing Dr. Rafeek Woods, a neurosurgeon at Lakeland Neurosurgery in St. Joseph

Oct 11
Back Surgery: Types, Recovery, Risks, and Benefits (Christian Sikorski, MD)

Sep 22
Neurosurgery Brain Bleed: Becky Laymon "Niles to St. Joseph - One Big Family"

Becky Laymon's condition turned out to be a brain bleed.

Apr 19
Brain Cancer: Rick Ledesma "We're Going to Fight"

Learn about Rick's journey with glioblastoma mltiforme.

Apr 19
Physician Video Profile: Robert Ward, DO (Neurology)

Introducing Dr. Robert Ward, a neurologist with Berrien Regional Associates in Neurology.

Nov 13
Physician Video Profile: Christopher Contardo, PhD, ABPP (Neuropsychology)

Introducing Dr. Christopher Contardo, a neuropsychologist with Psychiatric & Psychological Specialties.

Jun 17

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