Electromyography Laboratory
Contact Information
Ana M. Hess
Tel: 832.325.7573
Fax: 713.512.2239
Our laboratory provides comprehensive nerve conduction studies and EMG evaluations. It is equipped with state of the art technology and experienced staff who have expertise in Neurodiagnostic testing. We provide our services at two convenient locations at the Texas Medical Center: UT Professional Building and Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center.
Please read detailed information about these tests.
The Electrodiagnostic lab provides primary and referral services for patients with a variety of neuromuscular diseases, including:
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Peripheral Neuorpathy
Acquired and hereditary (symptoms of pain, numbness, and/or weakness) -
Motor neuron diseases
ALS, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, etc. -
Muscle disorders
Myopathy, Muscular Dystrophy, etc. -
Neuromuscular junction disorders
Mysthenia Gravis, etc. - Radiculopathy/Plexapathy
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Entrapment neuropathies
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ulnar and Peroneal neuropathies, etc. -
Traumatic nerve injury
Including evaluation of the Brachial Plexus - Facial neuropathy
Electrodiagnostic studies include:
- Nerve conduction study
- Electromyography
- Repetitive nerve Stimulation
- Blink Reflexes
- Cranial nerves studies
- Single fiber electromyography
- Facial/Trigeminal neuropathy
Since electrodiagnostic evaluation is an extension of clinical findings, we perform focused neuromuscular examinations, including history and physical, before performing the electrical test. A comprehensive report is provided to the referring physician in a timely manner which also includes our recommendations for further management. The patient is then referred back to the referring physician for continuity care.
Our philosophy of patient-centered care includes respect for the individual patient‘s values, physical comfort, and emotional support. Communication with our patients, as well as involved family and friends, is an important aspect of our care. We also work closely with other services including physical/occupational therapy, pulmonary and pain management, etc.
Faculty
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Parveen Athar, M.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology — Neuromuscular program
Director, Electromyography Laboratory
American Board of Clinical Neurophysiology
American Board of Neurology and Electrodiagnostic Medicine -
Suur Biliciler, M.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology — Neuromuscular program
American Board of Neurology -
Kazim Sheikh, M.D.
Professor, Department of Neurology
Director, Neuromuscular program
American Board of Neurology


