Dr. Jeri Williams, MD
Physician
Neurology
Specialty
Movement Disorders
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Dr. Williams specializes in the diagnoses and treatment of Movement disorders, such as Parkinson's Disease, cervical dystonia, and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy.
About Dr. Jeri Williams, MD
Dr. Jeri Yvonne Williams, MD is a Bakersfield neurologist providing care to patients at Jeri Yvonne Movement Disorders Neurology.
Conditions Treated
Parkinson's Disease
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
Spasticity
Stroke
Focal Dystonias
Procedures & Services
Botulinum Toxin for Focal Dystonia
Botulinum Toxin for Spasticity
Electromyogram (EMG)
Patient Education Resources
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...
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. Wiliam obtained her bachelor of arts degree in Biology from the prestigious Williams College with a concentration in neuroscience and English literature. Dr. Williams’ sense of adventure and desire to work with the underserved propelled her to attend the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine for the basic sciences portion of medical school education. The clinical portion of her medical school training took place in New York and California. She completed her medical internship at University of South Dakota School of Medicine and her Neurology residency at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine.
Dr. Williams spent two years in an intensive movement disorders fellowship at University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Dr. Williams spent two years in an intensive movement disorders fellowship at University of Alabama at Birmingham.