Dr. Benjamin Frishberg, MD
Physician
Neurology
Specialty
Multiple Sclerosis,
Neuro-ophthalmology
Medical Expertise of Dr. Benjamin Frishberg, MD
Dr. Frishberg is a highly experienced neurologist who specializes in Neuro-Ophthalmology and Multiple Sclerosis. He has authored many papers in the area of headache medicine, and lectures nationally about MS.
About Dr. Benjamin Frishberg, MD
Benjamin Frishberg, MD is a board-certified neurologist providing care to patients in the San Diego area at the Neurology Center of Southern California.
Dr. Frishberg is an active Clinical Researcher and heads the Clinical Research Center of Southern California where he works on studies of Headache, MS, Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and Myasthenia Gravis.
He is also an active teacher and Clinical Professor of Neuroscience at UCSD (Voluntary) and Associate Professor of Neurology and Neuro-Ophthalmology at Touro University Medical School in Las Vegas.
Dr. Frishberg has been honored as a Best Doctor in San Diego, Top Doctors in the US, and other awards.
Dr. Frishberg is an active Clinical Researcher and heads the Clinical Research Center of Southern California where he works on studies of Headache, MS, Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and Myasthenia Gravis.
He is also an active teacher and Clinical Professor of Neuroscience at UCSD (Voluntary) and Associate Professor of Neurology and Neuro-Ophthalmology at Touro University Medical School in Las Vegas.
Dr. Frishberg has been honored as a Best Doctor in San Diego, Top Doctors in the US, and other awards.
Patient Education Resources
Can ADHD be managed without medication?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be managed without medication, although medication is often a common treatment option. Medications such as stimulants (e.g. Ritalin®, Adderall) ...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be managed without medication, although medication is often a common treatment option. Medications such as stimulants (e.g. Ritalin®, Adderall) ...
How do I know if my mother's forgetfulness has become Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults.Symptoms of Alzheimer's disease...
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults.Symptoms of Alzheimer's disease...
I snore regularly. Should I be worried about sleep apnea?
Snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods of time during sleep. People with sleep apnea often snore loudly and frequ...
Snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods of time during sleep. People with sleep apnea often snore loudly and frequ...
What is disease-modifying therapy for multiple sclerosis?
Disease-modifying therapy (DMT) for multiple sclerosis (MS) is a type of treatment that aims to slow down the progression of the disease and reduce the frequency and severity of relapses. DMTs work by...
Disease-modifying therapy (DMT) for multiple sclerosis (MS) is a type of treatment that aims to slow down the progression of the disease and reduce the frequency and severity of relapses. DMTs work by...
When should I consider starting disease-modifying therapy for multiple sclerosis?
The decision to start disease-modifying therapy (DMT) for multiple sclerosis (MS) is usually based on the type and severity of the disease, as well as the person's individual needs and preferences...
The decision to start disease-modifying therapy (DMT) for multiple sclerosis (MS) is usually based on the type and severity of the disease, as well as the person's individual needs and preferences...
Education & Training
Dr. Frishberg is a graduate of the University of Minnesota Medical School.
Professional Affiliations
The Neurology Center of Southern California
The Neurology Center of Southern California is the premier neurologic medical group in North San Diego County dedicated to Excellence in Neurologic Care and Research.
The Neurology Center provides diagnostic treatment services for patients with disorders of the nervous system. Our neurologists are affiliated with Scripps Hospital in Encinitas and La Jolla, Tri City Medical Center in Oceanside, Palomar Medical Center in Escondido and Pomerado Hospital in Poway. Many of our neurologists have appointments to the volunteer faculty at UCSD, and are actively involved with the neurology training program there.
The Neurology Center provides diagnostic treatment services for patients with disorders of the nervous system. Our neurologists are affiliated with Scripps Hospital in Encinitas and La Jolla, Tri City Medical Center in Oceanside, Palomar Medical Center in Escondido and Pomerado Hospital in Poway. Many of our neurologists have appointments to the volunteer faculty at UCSD, and are actively involved with the neurology training program there.