1. a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the nervous system

Examples

• The neurologist examined the patient’s reflexes and coordination.
• After the stroke, she was referred to a neurologist for treatment.
• The neurologist ordered an MRI to check for brain abnormalities.
• My neurologist prescribed medication for my migraines.
• The hospital’s neurology department has three experienced neurologists.
• The neurologist explained that the symptoms were caused by nerve damage.