Dr. Rikki Racela, MD
Physician
Neurology
Specialty
Clinical Neurophysiology,
Epilepsy
Medical Expertise of Dr. Rikki Racela, MD
Dr. Racela specializes in Clinical Neurophysiology with subspecialties in EMG testing and epilepsy.
About Dr. Rikki Racela, MD
Rikki Racela, MD is a board-certified neurologist providing care to patients at Bergen Neurology Consultants.
Conditions Treated
Diabetic Neuropathy
Epilepsy
Headaches
Multiple Sclerosis
Parkinson's Disease
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
Spasticity
Stroke
Procedures & Services
EEG (Electroencephalogram)
MRI of the Head (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
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...
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 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. Racela graduated from Princeton University with a major in Molecular Biology and minor in Neuroscience. He received his medical degree (MD) at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2007 and the completed a year of internal medicine training at nearby St. Peter’s Hospital.
He then completed a Neurology Residency at NYU School of Medicine, where he was pleased to serve as chief resident, and then completed an additional Fellowship in Cinical Neurophysiology.
Professional Affiliations
Bergen Neurology Consultants
Board-certified neurologists and "Top Doctors" at Bergen Neurology Consultants practicing in Bergen County since 1984. Providing EMG, Ambulatory EEG and Botox for migraine or movement disorders.