Mary Washington Neurology

Location

Tompkins-Martin Medical Plaza
1101 Sam Perry Boulevard
Suite 414
Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401
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P: 540.899.1354
F: 540.899.1359

Hours

Monday–Thursday: 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

Appointments

Please call 540.899.1354 to schedule an appointment. See additional information at the bottom of this page. Click or tap the virtual visits button to learn more about telephone and video visits.

Virtual Visits

Mary Washington Neurology is a comprehensive and multispecialty neurology practice, based in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Our highly trained neurologists provide the communities in central Virginia and greater Washington metropolitan area with academic level neurological care. We practice evidence-based medicine in the treatment and advances of neurological diseases and engage in clinical research. More importantly, we believe in an individualized, compassionate and personable approach to our patient care.

In addition to our outpatient practice, we are part of the physician group that evaluates and treats admitted patients at Mary Washington Hospital. We cover the hospital 24/7. We are all board certified neurologists who are either fellowship trained or have advanced specialty training. We work closely with other disciplines and experts that include neurosurgery, neuroradiology, physiatry (rehabilitation), neuropsychology and social workers. Although we are primarily adult neurologists, we are experienced in the evaluation and treatment of patients who are 13 years and older. We welcome new patients to our outpatient clinic.

Conditions Treated

Care is available for patients 13 years and older. Our specialists treat a full range of neurological disorders including:

Cerebrovascular disease (stroke)
Epilepsy (Seizures)
Peripheral Neuropathy
Stroke or TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack)
Sports concussions
Insomnia
Restless Leg Syndrome
MS
Headaches, migraines (cluster, tension and other headaches)
Movement disorders (Parkinson’s disease, Huntington's disease, Dystonia, Torticollis, Tremors)
Neuromuscular disorders (Myasthenia Gravis, ALS, Muscular Dystrophy, Peripheral Neuropathy, Radiculopathy, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome)
Cognitive and memory disease (Alzheimer’s disease, dementia)
Pseudotumor Cerebri
Vertigo, dizziness

Procedures and Diagnostics

Our state-of-the-art diagnostic capabilities bring together a multidisciplinary and coordinated team offering a comprehensive range of skills in adult and pediatric neurodiagnostics including:

EEG (electroencephalogram, outpatient ambulatory EEG, inpatient video epilepsy monitoring)
EMG / NCS (electromyogram/nerve conduction study)
EMU (Epilepsy Monitoring Unit)
Evoked Potentials (VEP and BAER)
DBS
Lumbar Puncture
Botox for cervical dystonia, spasticity, blepharospasm and migraine headaches
Occipital nerve blocks for the treatment of headaches

Our Providers

Sandra Crouse, MD

Medical Director, Epilepsy Monitoring Unit

Dr. Sandra Crouse received her undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia and her medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. Crouse completed an Internship in Internal Medicine at the Washington Hospital Center. She completed her Residency at Georgetown University Hospital and her Fellowship in Neurophysiology at the Georgetown University Hospital.

She has participated in research including nerve regeneration in diabetic peripheral neuropathy and is currently participating in a phase III/IV study in patients with partial onset epilepsy. She has interests in epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders (peripheral neuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, ALS) and multiple sclerosis. Dr. Crouse is board certified in Neurology, Electrodiagnostic Medicine and Neurophysiology. She is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American Academy of Electrodiagnostic Medicine and the American Epilepsy Society. Dr. Crouse is currently the at Mary Washington Healthcare.

Education and Experience

Nirali Soni, MD

Dr. Nirali Soni is a board-certified neurologist with interest in treating a wide range of neurologic ailments. She has specialized training in epilepsy and has an interest in treating new onset and complex epilepsy cases. Dr. Soni has also treated hundreds of headache patients and has expertise in Botox treatment for migraines and other emerging therapies.

With extensive education and experience in neurology, Dr. Soni provides sound clinical assessment and recommendation of appropriate treatment for patients suffering from various neurological conditions. Dr. Soni has participated in multiple research ventures including studies related to sleep apnea in patients with epilepsy, effects of adjunctive lacosamide on mood states, and quality of life for epileptic patients. Her priorities are patient care and patient satisfaction.

Education and Experience

Carl J. Waldman, MD

Dr. Carl J. Waldman is a board-certified neurologist with special interests in adult neurology and clinical neurophysiology. Dr. Waldman is a member of American Academy of Neurology, American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, Medical Society of Virginia, and Former President (2013) of Arlington County Medical Society. He was awarded Top Doctors honors in Northern Virginia Magazine in 2011, 2012, 2015, and 2016. Most recently, Dr. Waldman was an attending neurologist at Penn Medicine, Clinical Care Associates of West Chester, PA.

Education and Experience

Arun S. Chhabra, MD

Stroke Medical Director, Mary Washington Hospital

Inpatient care only

Education and Experience

Jason Madey, MD

Inpatient care only

Eva Ballagh, NP

Inpatient care only

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Appointments

If you are unable to keep your scheduled appointment, please call us within 24 hours so that we may accommodate another patient. Please plan to arrive about 30 minutes earlier to allow time for parking and be sure to have the following items readily available on the day of your appointment:

All new patients: Please bring the following information and documents:

Insurance Card and valid photo ID.
If your insurance is an HMO or requires pre-authorization please obtain insurance authorization through your primary care physician. Our FAX number is 540.899.1359.
Co-pay, if applicable, is due prior to each visit. We accept cash, check, Visa, MC, American Express and Discover.
All completed paperwork and forms (Copies of forms may be found on our Patient Forms and Information page)
If you are unable to keep your appointment or need to reschedule, please call the office.
There is a $40 charge for missed appointments.

To make an appointment:

Referral from a doctor’s office: The physician’s office needs to fax the Physician Referral form or download our Neurology Consultation Form from our website and fax either the form to our office at 540.899.1359. Once the form has been faxed, our office will contact the patient and schedule the appointment. In addition, the patient can contact our office directly at 540.899.1354 to confirm the appointment date.
Self Referral: Please call our office directly to schedule an appointment 540.899.1354.
What to bring to your appointment A. Referral if a physician referred you. B. Insurance card C. Relevant medical records D. List of medications (prescription or over-the-counter). Include dose and frequency.

We look forward to seeing you. Please call at 540.899.1354 if you have any questions. If you have an urgent problem, please call our office for an appointment or for authorization to proceed to the emergency room.