Your Phoenix Neurology Team at Center for Neurology and Spine

Care for Migraine, MS, Memory Loss, Neuropathy, Epilepsy, POTS, EEG, EMG, Movement Disorders, and More

When neurological symptoms affect your life, finding the right doctor matters. Headaches, seizures, numbness, tremors, memory changes, dizziness, nerve pain, balance problems, weakness, brain fog, and fainting can be disruptive, confusing, and sometimes frightening. Many patients do not know whether they need a neurologist, what testing may be needed, or where to start.

At Center for Neurology and Spine in Phoenix, Arizona, our team provides comprehensive neurology care for adults with conditions involving the brain, spinal cord, nerves, muscles, memory, movement, and autonomic nervous system.

Our physicians, Leslie Zuniga, MD, and Rebecca Jones, MD, are board-certified neurologists who evaluate and treat a wide range of neurological conditions. CNS is focused on patient-centered care, accurate diagnosis, clear explanations, and individualized treatment planning.

If you are searching for a neurologist in Phoenix AZ, neurology clinic Phoenix, migraine treatment Phoenix AZ, multiple sclerosis doctor Phoenix, memory clinic Phoenix, neuropathy doctor Phoenix, EEG testing Phoenix AZ, EMG testing Phoenix, POTS testing Phoenix, or movement disorder doctor Phoenix, Center for Neurology and Spine offers advanced neurological care for patients across the Valley.

CNS serves patients in Phoenix, North Phoenix, Biltmore, Arcadia, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Peoria, Paradise Valley, Ahwatukee, and surrounding Arizona communities.

A Neurology Practice Focused on Answers

Neurological symptoms are not always simple. A patient with dizziness may have migraine, POTS, medication side effects, blood pressure changes, vestibular symptoms, neuropathy, or another neurological issue. A patient with numbness may have neuropathy, carpal tunnel syndrome, a pinched nerve, diabetes-related nerve damage, spine disease, or multiple sclerosis. A patient with memory changes may have dementia, seizures, sleep problems, medication side effects, depression, thyroid disease, or another medical cause.

That is why a careful neurological evaluation is so important.

At CNS, the goal is to understand the pattern behind the symptoms. Your neurologist may review your medical history, symptoms, medications, prior testing, imaging, labs, and exam findings. When needed, additional testing may be recommended to help clarify the diagnosis.

Services at CNS may include:

Migraine and headache treatment

Multiple sclerosis care

Memory loss and dementia evaluation

Epilepsy and seizure care

Neuropathy and nerve pain evaluation

EMG and nerve conduction studies

EEG testing

Movement disorder evaluation

Parkinson’s disease symptom evaluation

Botox treatment for selected neurological conditions

POTS and dysautonomia testing

Autonomic testing

Dizziness and balance evaluation

Neurology second opinions

Meet Leslie Zuniga, MD

Leslie Zuniga, MD, is a board-certified neurologist at Center for Neurology and Spine in Phoenix. Dr. Zuniga evaluates and treats patients with a wide range of neurological conditions, including headaches, migraine, seizures, neuropathy, memory concerns, movement symptoms, multiple sclerosis, and other complex neurologic complaints.

Patients often seek neurological care because they want more than a quick answer. They want someone to listen, explain what symptoms may mean, recommend appropriate testing, and help create a plan that fits their life.

Dr. Zuniga’s approach emphasizes careful evaluation, patient education, and treatment planning based on the individual patient. Many neurological symptoms overlap, so a thoughtful review of symptoms and testing can make a major difference.

Patients searching for neurologist Phoenix AZ, headache specialist Phoenix, migraine doctor Phoenix, neuropathy doctor Phoenix, or neurology second opinions Arizona may benefit from a comprehensive evaluation at CNS.

Meet Rebecca Jones, MD

Rebecca Jones, MD, is a board-certified neurologist at Center for Neurology and Spine. She evaluates adults with neurological symptoms involving the brain, nerves, spine, muscles, memory, movement, and autonomic nervous system.

Dr. Jones provides care for a range of neurological conditions and has a special interest in multiple sclerosis and complex neurologic disease. Patients with MS often need long-term monitoring, MRI review, treatment planning, relapse evaluation, symptom management, and education about disease progression and treatment options.

Patients searching for multiple sclerosis doctor Phoenix, MS specialist Arizona, neurologist Phoenix AZ, memory clinic Phoenix, POTS testing Phoenix, or neurodiagnostic testing Arizona can receive care through CNS.

CNS is designed to help patients move from uncertainty to a clearer path forward.

Migraine and Headache Treatment in Phoenix

Migraine is one of the most common neurological conditions treated by neurologists. Migraine is not just a bad headache. It can cause severe pain, nausea, vomiting, light sensitivity, sound sensitivity, dizziness, visual symptoms, neck pain, fatigue, and brain fog.

CNS evaluates and treats many headache conditions, including:

Migraine with aura

Migraine without aura

Chronic migraine

Frequent headaches

Headache with dizziness

Headache with visual symptoms

Post-concussion headache

Tension-type headache

Cluster headache

Medication overuse headache

Migraine treatment may include acute medication, preventive medication, lifestyle and trigger guidance, Botox for chronic migraine when appropriate, and newer migraine-specific treatment options when clinically indicated.

Patients searching for migraine treatment Phoenix AZ, headache specialist Phoenix, migraine doctor Phoenix, or chronic migraine treatment Phoenix can receive neurologist-led headache care at CNS.

Multiple Sclerosis Care in Phoenix

Multiple sclerosis, also known as MS, is a chronic neurological disease affecting the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. Symptoms may include vision changes, numbness, weakness, balance problems, walking difficulty, fatigue, bladder symptoms, pain, stiffness, and cognitive changes.

CNS evaluates patients with suspected or known MS and helps with:

MS diagnosis

MRI review

Treatment planning

Disease-modifying therapy discussions

Relapse evaluation

Symptom management

Heat sensitivity guidance

Long-term monitoring

Second opinions

Living with MS in Arizona can be especially challenging because heat can worsen fatigue, weakness, walking problems, vision symptoms, and brain fog. CNS helps patients develop treatment plans that account for real life in Phoenix and the surrounding Valley.

Patients searching for multiple sclerosis doctor Phoenix, MS specialist Arizona, MS treatment Phoenix, or MS second opinion Arizona can schedule an evaluation at CNS.

Memory Loss and Dementia Evaluation

Memory changes can be stressful for patients and families. Forgetfulness, confusion, word-finding difficulty, personality changes, trouble managing medications, difficulty with finances, or getting lost in familiar places should not be ignored.

Memory loss does not always mean Alzheimer’s disease. Cognitive symptoms can also be related to sleep disorders, medications, depression, anxiety, thyroid disease, vitamin deficiencies, seizures, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, or other neurological conditions.

CNS evaluates:

Memory loss

Mild cognitive impairment

Dementia symptoms

Alzheimer’s disease concerns

Confusion episodes

Cognitive changes after illness

Language changes

Behavior or personality changes

A memory evaluation may include a detailed history, family input, neurological examination, cognitive screening, medication review, lab review, imaging review, and additional testing when appropriate.

Patients searching for memory clinic Phoenix, dementia specialist Arizona, Alzheimer’s disease evaluation Phoenix, or cognitive testing Phoenix can receive a structured neurology evaluation at CNS.

Epilepsy, Seizures, Spells, and EEG Testing

Seizures can appear in many different ways. Some involve convulsions, while others may look like staring, confusion, sudden pauses, unusual sensations, repetitive movements, or episodes of lost awareness.

CNS evaluates:

New-onset seizures

Known epilepsy

Staring spells

Episodes of confusion

Loss of awareness

Possible nocturnal seizures

Seizure medication questions

Spells that need neurologic evaluation

EEG testing measures electrical activity in the brain and can help evaluate seizures, spells, confusion episodes, altered awareness, and other symptoms that may involve abnormal brain activity.

Patients searching for EEG testing Phoenix AZ, epilepsy care Phoenix, seizure specialist Phoenix, or neurologist for seizures Arizona can receive evaluation and testing at CNS.

Neuropathy, Nerve Pain, EMG, and Nerve Conduction Studies

Neuropathy occurs when peripheral nerves are damaged or not functioning properly. Symptoms may include numbness, tingling, burning pain, electric shock sensations, weakness, cramping, balance problems, foot pain, or hand numbness.

CNS evaluates nerve symptoms and offers EMG and nerve conduction studies in Phoenix.

EMG and nerve conduction testing can help evaluate:

Peripheral neuropathy

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Pinched nerves

Radiculopathy

Nerve compression

Muscle weakness

Nerve injury

Neuromuscular symptoms

The purpose of testing is to determine where the problem may be located and whether symptoms are related to nerve damage, nerve compression, nerve root irritation, or muscle disease.

Patients searching for neuropathy doctor Phoenix, EMG testing Phoenix, nerve conduction study Phoenix, carpal tunnel testing Phoenix, pinched nerve testing Arizona, or nerve pain specialist Phoenix can receive neurologic evaluation at CNS.

POTS, Dysautonomia, and Autonomic Testing

The autonomic nervous system controls automatic body functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, sweating, circulation, digestion, and temperature regulation. When this system does not work properly, patients may develop symptoms of dysautonomia.

POTS, or Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, is one type of dysautonomia. It can cause symptoms that worsen when standing and often improve when lying down.

Common symptoms include:

Dizziness

Rapid heartbeat

Palpitations

Fainting or near fainting

Brain fog

Fatigue

Weakness

Exercise intolerance

Heat intolerance

Symptoms after showers

Symptoms after standing too long

CNS offers POTS testing and autonomic evaluation in Phoenix for patients with dizziness, tachycardia, fainting, fatigue, brain fog, and symptoms of orthostatic intolerance.

Patients searching for POTS testing Phoenix, dysautonomia testing Arizona, autonomic testing Phoenix, tilt table testing Phoenix, or neurologist for POTS Phoenix can receive neurologist-led evaluation at CNS.

Movement Disorders, Tremor, and Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms

Movement disorders can affect walking, balance, coordination, posture, stiffness, speed of movement, tremor, and involuntary movements. Parkinson’s disease is one movement disorder, but not every tremor is Parkinson’s disease.

CNS evaluates:

Tremor

Parkinson’s disease symptoms

Essential tremor

Slowed movement

Muscle stiffness

Balance problems

Falls

Shuffling gait

Dystonia

Abnormal movements

Medication-related movement symptoms

A neurological examination can help distinguish between different causes of tremor and movement changes. Treatment may include medication management, therapy referrals, exercise recommendations, fall-prevention strategies, and long-term monitoring.

Patients searching for Parkinson’s specialist Phoenix, movement disorder doctor Phoenix, tremor evaluation Phoenix, or neurologist for balance problems can schedule an evaluation at CNS.

Botox for Selected Neurological Conditions

Botox is widely known for cosmetic use, but it also has important medical uses in neurology. Depending on the diagnosis, Botox may be used for selected neurological conditions such as chronic migraine, cervical dystonia, muscle spasticity, and other muscle overactivity disorders when medically appropriate.

At CNS, Botox may be considered as part of a personalized treatment plan after a neurological evaluation.

Patients searching for Botox for migraine Phoenix, Botox neurologist Phoenix, chronic migraine Botox Phoenix, or Botox for neurological conditions Phoenix can discuss whether Botox may be an option.

Dizziness, Balance Problems, and Falls

Dizziness is a common symptom, but it can come from many causes. Some patients feel spinning vertigo. Others feel lightheaded, off balance, faint, foggy, weak, or disconnected.

CNS evaluates dizziness and balance symptoms that may be related to:

Migraine

POTS

Dysautonomia

Orthostatic intolerance

Neuropathy

Medication effects

Seizures or spells

Post-concussion symptoms

Movement disorders

Neurological disease

Falls and balance problems should be taken seriously, especially when symptoms are worsening, unexplained, or associated with weakness, numbness, fainting, confusion, or difficulty walking.

Arizona-Focused Neurology Care

Phoenix patients face unique environmental challenges. Heat, dehydration, bright sunlight, poor sleep, allergy seasons, and long commutes can worsen many neurological symptoms.

Arizona heat may affect:

Migraine

Multiple sclerosis heat sensitivity

POTS and dysautonomia

Dizziness

Fatigue

Exercise tolerance

Neuropathy discomfort

At CNS, treatment plans are designed to be practical for patients living in the Valley. Patients may need guidance on hydration, cooling strategies, sleep, heat avoidance, medication timing, safe exercise, fall prevention, and symptom tracking.

When to Schedule a Neurology Appointment

You should consider scheduling a neurology evaluation if you have symptoms that are persistent, worsening, unexplained, or affecting daily life.

Common reasons to see a neurologist include:

Frequent headaches or migraines

New or worsening dizziness

Numbness or tingling

Weakness in the arms or legs

Tremor

Balance problems

Falls

Seizures or spells

Memory changes

Confusion episodes

Nerve pain

Rapid heartbeat when standing

Fainting or near fainting

Brain fog

Symptoms of multiple sclerosis

Symptoms of Parkinson’s disease

Symptoms that do not have a clear explanation

Seek urgent medical care for sudden weakness, facial drooping, trouble speaking, sudden confusion, sudden vision loss, new seizure, severe sudden headache, chest pain, severe shortness of breath, or fainting with injury.

Why Choose Center for Neurology and Spine?

Patients choose CNS because we provide comprehensive neurology care with attention to complex symptoms and overlapping conditions.

CNS offers:

Board-certified neurologists

Comprehensive neurological evaluations

Migraine and headache treatment

Multiple sclerosis care

Memory and dementia evaluation

Epilepsy and seizure care

EEG testing

EMG and nerve conduction studies

Neuropathy evaluation

Movement disorder evaluation

Botox treatment for selected neurological conditions

POTS and dysautonomia testing

Autonomic testing

Neurology second opinions

Phoenix-based care across the Valley

Our team focuses on careful listening, accurate diagnosis, patient education, and individualized treatment planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the neurologists at Center for Neurology and Spine?

Center for Neurology and Spine providers include Leslie Zuniga, MD, and Rebecca Jones, MD. Both provide neurological care for adults in Phoenix, Arizona.

What services does CNS offer?

CNS offers care for migraine, multiple sclerosis, dementia, epilepsy, neuropathy, movement disorders, POTS, dysautonomia, and other neurological symptoms. CNS also offers EEG, EMG, nerve conduction studies, autonomic testing, and Botox treatment for selected neurological conditions.

Does CNS offer migraine treatment?

Yes. CNS evaluates and treats migraine, chronic migraine, frequent headaches, headache with dizziness, and headache with neurological symptoms.

Does CNS offer EEG testing?

Yes. EEG testing may be used to evaluate seizures, staring spells, confusion episodes, altered awareness, and related neurological events.

Does CNS offer EMG testing?

Yes. CNS offers EMG and nerve conduction studies to evaluate neuropathy, nerve pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, carpal tunnel syndrome, and pinched nerve symptoms.

Does CNS test for POTS?

Yes. CNS offers POTS testing and autonomic evaluation for dizziness, rapid heartbeat, fainting, fatigue, brain fog, and symptoms that worsen when standing.

Does CNS evaluate memory loss?

Yes. CNS evaluates memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, dementia symptoms, Alzheimer’s disease concerns, and other cognitive changes.

Does CNS treat multiple sclerosis?

Yes. CNS evaluates and manages multiple sclerosis, including diagnosis, MRI review, treatment planning, relapse evaluation, symptom management, and second opinions.

Schedule Neurology Care in Phoenix

If you are living with headaches, migraine, dizziness, seizures, memory changes, numbness, tingling, weakness, tremor, nerve pain, fainting, brain fog, POTS symptoms, MS symptoms, or other neurological concerns, Center for Neurology and Spine can help.

CNS provides comprehensive neurology care in Phoenix for patients across North Phoenix, Biltmore, Arcadia, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Peoria, Paradise Valley, Ahwatukee, and surrounding Arizona communities.

Visit cnsofaz.com or centerforneurologyandspine.com to request an appointment and take the next step toward answers.

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