The largest healthcare provider in Lubbock is easily Covenant Health. Covenant Health has six hospitals, six specialty centers, and nine clinics in the area. Veterans living in Lubbock can get care at Lubbock VA Clinic. Sunrise Canyon Hospital, a 30-bed inpatient mental health facility, provides resources for men and women over 18.
One of Covenant Health’s flagship facilities in Lubbock, Covenant Medical Center is the largest facility in the area and is regionally recognized as #16 in Texas. U.S. News rates Covenant Medical Center as high performing in eight procedures and conditions, including:
U.S. News rates University Medical Center is regionally recognized as #16 in Texas. It is also ranked as high performing in seven procedures and conditions, including:
Neurologists diagnose, treat, and manage disorders related to the brain and central nervous system.
You can see a neurologist for conditions such as migraines, epilepsy, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer’s.
Neurological testing often includes sensory testing of the eyes, ears, nose, and touch, as well as diagnostic testing like MRIs, CTs, EEGs, and lumbar punctures.
What procedures do neurologists perform?
Neurologists can perform the following procedures:
This is not an exhaustive list. Contact your local neurologist for a full list of procedures they can perform. Keep in mind that most neurologists don't do surgery — this is usually done by neurosurgeons.
What conditions do neurologists treat?
Neurologists treat the following conditions:
Some neurologists may specialize in other areas, too, in addition to what's on this list. Get in touch with your local neurologist to learn more about the full range of conditions they may be able to treat.
Neurologist specialty areas
Neurologists may specialize in these areas:
What questions should I ask a neurologist?
Top questions to ask a neurologist during your appointment that you may have not thought of: