Boston Medical Center – Brighton

Neuromuscular Center

Among the Few Regional Hospitals Offering Advanced Testing

The Neuromuscular Center provides the latest treatments for patients with nerve and muscle diseases. Our team is skilled in performing and interpreting a full range of standard tests and advanced diagnostic studies available at only a limited number of hospitals in the Boston area. 

Our Team

Anna DePold Hohler, MD, FAAN

Neurology

Olivia Johnson, PA

Neurology

Michael Slama, MD

Neurology

David Weinberg, MD

Neurology

Patient Resources

Our team of expert physicians diagnose and treat the following conditions:

  • Spinal cord disorders
  • ALS
  • Nerve plexus injuries
  • Nerve root problems
  • Neuropathies
  • Myasthenia gravis
  • Muscle disorder

Tests available in our neurophysiology lab include:

  • EEG (electroencephalogram), used mainly for diagnosing seizure disorders
  • EMG (electromyography) to assess he health of the muscles and the nerves that control them
  • EP (evoked potential) to evaluate sensory nerve signals through the eye, spinal cord, and brain and used primarily for diagnosing multiple sclerosis
  • Skin biopsies