Medical Expertise of Dr. Donald Gervais, MD
Dr. Gervais specializes in general neurology with subspecialties in EMG and Botox Injections.
About Dr. Donald Gervais, MD
Donald Gervais, MD is a board-certified neurologist providing care to patients in Metairie.
Dr. Gervais has been active in various clinical trials for the past few years and was invited by Allergan Inc., maker of Botox, to help develop new teaching tools for doctors around the United States.
He serves as Medical Director of the Research and Development division of Southeast Neuroscience Center.
Dr. Gervais has been active in various clinical trials for the past few years and was invited by Allergan Inc., maker of Botox, to help develop new teaching tools for doctors around the United States.
He serves as Medical Director of the Research and Development division of Southeast Neuroscience Center.
Conditions Treated
Alzheimer's Disease
Diabetic Neuropathy
Epilepsy
Headaches
Multiple Sclerosis
Parkinson's Disease
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
Spasticity
Stroke
Procedures & Services
Botulinum Toxin for Focal Dystonia
Botulinum Toxin for Spasticity
Electromyogram (EMG)
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) ...
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...
My father is taking levodopa for his Parkinson's Disease but his condition is worsening again. What can he do next?
Levodopa is the most commonly used medication for treating the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, it works by increasing the levels of dopamine in the brain, which can help to improve symptoms such ...
Levodopa is the most commonly used medication for treating the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, it works by increasing the levels of dopamine in the brain, which can help to improve symptoms such ...
What can I do for my child's frequent headaches?
Frequent headaches in children can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress, anxiety, poor sleep, and certain foods or drinks. Here are a few things you can do to help alleviate your child&...
Frequent headaches in children can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress, anxiety, poor sleep, and certain foods or drinks. Here are a few things you can do to help alleviate your child&...
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...
Education & Training
Dr. Gervais attended Louisiana State University Medical School from which he received his Doctor of Medicine degree in 1995 and was elected to the prestigious medical honor society, AOA.
Dr. Gervais’ postgraduate training, at Louisiana State University Medical Center and Hospital Bicetre in Paris, included an internship in medicine, a residency in neurology, and a fellowship in neurophysiology and neuromuscular disease.
Dr. Gervais’ postgraduate training, at Louisiana State University Medical Center and Hospital Bicetre in Paris, included an internship in medicine, a residency in neurology, and a fellowship in neurophysiology and neuromuscular disease.