Areas of Specialty
Cardiac Arrhythmias
Learn more →Gait Ataxia
Gait ataxia is a form of ataxia (lack of muscle control) that affects walking and is characterized by uncoord…
Learn more →Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can result from damage to different parts of the ear, including the outer, middle, and inner ear…
Learn more →Meniere’s Disease
Meniere's Disease is a disorder of the inner ear causing severe dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tin…
Learn more →Nerve Pain
Nerve pain, or neuropathic pain, is caused by damage or disease affecting the somatosensory nervous system. I…
Learn more →Neuromuscular Disorders
Learn more →Viral Neuronitis / Labyrinthitis
These conditions involve inflammation of the inner ear or the nerves that connect the ear to the brain, often…
Learn more →Neuropathy
Neuropathy, or peripheral neuropathy, involves damage or dysfunction of one or more nerves, resulting in numb…
Learn more →Nystagmus
Nystagmus is defined as any rhythmic, involuntary oscillation of the eyes. It can either be physiological or…
Learn more →Orthostatic Hypotension
Learn more →Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's Disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement. Symptoms start gradually,…
Learn more →Sleep Disorders
Sleep disorders are conditions that significantly affect an individual's ability to achieve restful, restorat…
Learn more →Tinnitus
Tinnitus is characterized by hearing noises in the ears that are not caused by an external source. Types incl…
Learn more →Trigeminal Neuralgia
Trigeminal Neuralgia is a chronic pain condition affecting the trigeminal nerve, which carries sensation from…
Learn more →Vertigo (BPPV)
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is a common cause of vertigo that results from dislodged calcium…
Learn more →Vestibular Disorders
Vestibular disorders encompass a range of conditions affecting the vestibular system, which is crucial for ma…
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A dedicated doctor with the core mission to help
Dr. Purcell currently practices clinical Neurology with an additional focus in OtoNeurology and Headache management. Dr. Purcell started by enrolling in the combined M.D./Ph.D. program in Neuroscience at the University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston in September of 1989. In September 1991 he entered the Vestibular Neurophysiology Laboratory of Adrian A. Perachio, Ph.D. and received a total of six years of funding from the NASA Graduate Training Grant and The Texas Space Grant Consortium as a principal investigator. As a neurophysiologist, aviator, and Russian jet warbird enthusiast, he is very interested in providing insight as to how sensory information related to gravity is encoded and processed by the vestibular system to control oculomotor and postural reflexes as well as spatial orientation of the human body moving through a complex three-dimensional environment. Dr. Purcell is involved in the innovation of many new vestibular technologies and actively publishes research articles on the vestibular system. He continues to remain at the forefront of diagnosing and treating vestibular dysfunction.
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Dr. Ian Purcell and Dr. Monali Patel's unwavering dedication to neurology and otoneurology has earned them the Top Doctor title annually. Their impactful contributions, emphasizing innovative treatments and patient care, highlight their leading roles in medical advancements and patient advocacy, setting a high standard in healthcare.
2021 Top Doctors
In the October 2021 issue of San Diego Magazine, delve into 'Stop the Spinning and Say Goodbye to Your Headaches,' a feature spotlighting the innovative work of Dr. Monali Patel and Dr. Ian Purcell. Learn how their unique blend of expertise and passion offers new hope to those suffering from complex neurological disorders.
