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Welcome to MedStar Health neurology at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center Weinberg Building
When neurological symptoms disrupt your life, you deserve care that’s not only reliable and advanced, but also truly focused on you. At MedStar Neurology at Franklin Square, our program —conveniently located just across from the main hospital—provides expert support, leading-edge testing, and a compassionate approach that puts your needs first
Why choose us
Our highly skilled neurologists are dedicated to helping you find clear answers and regain control of your health. Whether you’re experiencing headaches, seizures, changes in movement, memory issues, or nerve and muscle concerns, we listen carefully to your concerns, explain your diagnosis in plain language, and guide you through your options. With onsite EEG, nerve and muscle testing, and high-resolution imaging, you benefit from prompt results and a care plan that’s personalized and effective.
You’re never alone in your journey. As part of the MedStar Health system, we work closely with regional specialists and offer access to the latest treatments and innovations in neurology. This connected, patient-centered approach brings your care together in a coordinated and compassionate way, supporting meaningful improvement in your symptoms. And as your symptoms begin to ease, we help you regain your activity, build your independence, and return to the life and routines that matter most to you.
Services
Our neurology services are here to give you clear answers, real relief, and lasting support for your health. We deliver every service with compassion and a commitment to helping you get better.
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Comprehensive neurology evaluations
Assessing symptoms like weakness, numbness, headaches, movement changes, or memory concerns to identify the cause and guide the right treatment.
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Headache and migraine care
Reducing pain or preventing future episodes with personalized treatments, including Botox therapy and nerve blocks.
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Epilepsy and seizure management
Enhancing personal safety and independence through individualized medication plans and EEG testing to better understand seizure activity.
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Movement disorders care
Improving control, comfort, and daily function for conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, and essential tremor.
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Neuromuscular assessments
Using nerve and muscle testing to diagnose conditions like myasthenia gravis, ALS, and neuropathies so you receive targeted care.
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Memory disorders care
Identifying cognitive changes early and connecting you with supportive resources for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
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Stroke follow-up and prevention
Supporting recovery and lowering future risk through ongoing monitoring and personalized prevention strategies.
Treatments
Your treatment plan is designed around your unique diagnosis, lifestyle, and goals. Our priority is providing effective solutions that ease your symptoms, restore your abilities, and empower you to live each day with greater relief.
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Evaluation and testing
Using EEG, nerve and muscle testing, and high-resolution imaging to quickly pinpoint the cause of your symptoms and guide next steps.
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Medication management
Adjusting and optimizing medications to reduce symptoms, improve comfort, and support long-term brain function.
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Stroke follow-up and vascular care
Monitoring your recovery and vascular health to reduce the risk of future strokes and protect long-term brain function.
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Interventional and procedural options
Offering precise, image-guided treatments when needed to relieve symptoms and help you regain mobility.
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Care coordination and referrals
Connecting you seamlessly to neurosurgery, rehabilitation, and other MedStar Health specialists to create care that is easy to navigate.
Our providers
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Elizabeth M. Chandler, ANPBC MS
Neurology, Headache Medicine & Internal Medicine
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Lauryn Currens, MD
Neurology
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Jennifer Jean Haagensen, DO MS
Psychiatry & Neurology
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Justin Paul Martello, MD
Neurology
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Syed Hammad Shabbir, MD
Epilepsy Neurology, Epilepsy, Clinical Neurophysiology & Neurology
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Gary Joseph Volkell, DO
Neurology
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Visiting us
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday:
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Fax: 855-778-6904
Free, convenient patient parking is available next to our clinic, with accessible spaces and a covered drop-off area.
Insurance
MedStar Health participates with most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to make sure your plan is covered.