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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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Drive-up COVID-19 Specimen Collection Site Opens in St. Joseph

A drive-up COVID-19 specimen collection site is open in St. Joseph at the Center for Outpatient Services for individuals who have a physician's order to be tested, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Flu Visitor Restrictions in Place at Lakeland Hospitals

To help protect the health of our patients, team members, and visitors, Spectrum Health Lakeland is instituting a revised visitation policy for its hospitals.

Spectrum Health Lakeland Accepting Donations of Medical Supplies

In response to the outpouring of community inquiries and offers of support, Spectrum Health Lakeland has established a donation drop-off donation site.

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Berrien County Announces Additional Cases of COVID-19

The Berrien County Health Department was notified of three additional positive cases of COVID-19 over the weekend.

Spectrum Health Lakeland Cancels, Postpones or Goes Virtual With Public Events

Spectrum Health Lakeland is taking the following steps related to public events through May 31, 2020.

Lakeland Named One of the Nation's 15 Top Health Systems

Spectrum Health Lakeland was named one of the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems by IBM Watson Health™.

Lakeland Honored for Stroke Care by American Heart Association/American Stroke Association

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Lakeland Health Honored for Stroke Care

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Spectrum Health is offering free screening for the novel coronavirus COVID-19.

Spectrum Health Lakeland Cancels, Postpones Appointments Through April 13

Spectrum Health Lakeland is postponing all non-urgent and routine outpatient appointments in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Lakeland Recognized Nationally for Medical Excellence, Patient Experience

Spectrum Health Lakeland Announces New Visitor Restrictions

Spectrum Health has taken additional action to help limit the spread of COVID-19 by announcing new hospital family and visitor restrictions.

Lakeland Receives Recognition for Quality Stroke Care

Spectrum Health Lakeland has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines® Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award

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