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 253 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. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
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.