Identify and treat major neurological system diseases and disorders, such as central nervous system infection, cranio spinal trauma, dementia, and stroke

Diagnose neurological conditions based on interpretation of examination findings, histories, or test results

Interview patients to obtain information

Examine patients to obtain information about functional status of areas, such as vision, physical strength, coordination, reflexes, sensations, language skills, cognitive abilities, and mental status

Perform or interpret the outcomes of procedures or diagnostic tests

Prescribe or administer medications

Develop treatment plans based on diagnoses and on evaluation of factors, such as age and general health, or procedural risks and costs

Inform patients or families of neurological diagnoses and prognoses, or benefits, risks and costs of various treatment plans

Prepare, maintain, or review records that include patients' histories, neurological examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes

Communicate with other health care professionals regarding patients' conditions and care

Counsel patients or others on the background of neurological disorders including risk factors, or genetic or environmental concerns