Dr. Hetrick opened his own practice, Foothills Neurology in 1998. Since then, he has built a name for himself as a Board-certified neurologist with a subspecialty in treating headaches here in Phoenix.  

Dr. Hetrick has extensive experience, getting his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences and serving in the U.S. Army as part of the medical corps. He is beyond qualified and competent at what he does, based on what we’ve seen. 

He then started his training in neurology at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, completed residency at Medical College of Virginia, and specialized in headache and facial pain at Barrow Neurological Institute. 

What we like about Dr. Hetrick is how empathetic he is. He will really listen to your case and answer your questions as he accurately diagnoses and treats your neurological concerns. 

He really helps you feel more at ease and comfortable, which is a huge factor since consulting with a neurologist can be intimidating at first. 

Foothills Neurology also offers the latest diagnostic procedures and treatment, based on what we’ve seen at their clinic. Most of the testing can be done in-house so everything you need is in one place. 

They offer a wide range of services including the following: 

• Nerve Conduction Studies (NSC)
• Electromyography (EMG)
• Electroencephalography (EEG)
• Humphrey Visual Field
• VNG (videonystagmogram)
• Autonomic Testing
• Trigger Point Injection
• Carpal Tunnel Injection
• Botox© Injection
• PENS/TENS
• Peripheral Nerve Blocks

However, their stellar services do come at a hefty price. So if you’re on a tight budget, it might be best to check out the other doctors and clinics on our list. 

We also find their online scheduling system to be a bit outdated. We find it to be better to give them a call instead to set an appointment. 

Dr. Barry A. Hendin is a Board-certified neurologist with over 45 years of experience. He also has a special clinical interest in Multiple Sclerosis in particular. 

We were very impressed by his credentials knowing that he has served as Chief of Neurology at Wright-Patterson AFB for around two years and as Chief of Neurology for 35 years for Good Samaritan Hospital. 

True to his special clinical interest, he also served as Director of the Multiple Sclerosis Clinic at Banner University Medical Center. 

He is a widely-recognized and multi-awarded practitioner. He was even named as Health Professional of the Year by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) in the Arizona chapter in 2007 and 2009.

Once you meet Dr. Hendin, you’ll see how reassuring he is. He is professional, driven, and hands on with his patients, which we like. 

If you have Multiple Sclerosis, Dr. Hendin has a fantastic and organized approach to your treatment. He has been treating MS since 1974 so he has seen all the developments in the field and can give you holistic and advanced treatment. 

Center for Neurology and Spine also deserves a spot on our list as a clinic. They have a wide range of services and other doctors specializing in neurology and neuropsychology. 

They have emergency services should you need their assistance outside of business hours. They’re also very easy to reach in our experience. 

They even have an application you can download to keep track of your appointments. Do know that they charge no-show fees, so make sure to get to your appointment on time. 

We also noticed that they don’t have a lot of information on their website. For further questions, you can give them a call directly or go to their clinic. 

Dr. Kerry Knievel is a Board-certified neurologist, associate professor of neurology, and director of the Lewis Headache Center at Barrow Neurological Institute. She specializes in headaches and neuromuscular diseases. 

Dr. Knievel got her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, Missouri. She then finished her residency in neurology and completed her neuromuscular fellowship at Barrow Neurological Institute. 

Aside from her excellent credentials, what we like about Dr. Knievel is how efficient and effective she is. She’s compassionate and really answers all your questions, making you feel more at ease. 

Dr. Knievel is very thorough, hands on, and professional. We’re not the only ones who think so. 

After doing a poll on her previous patients, a lot of them praise her for her empathy, reliability, and driven attitude when it comes to treatment. 

Barrow Neurological Institute is also a great clinic, with a lot of information on their website and different doctors to choose from depending on your needs. There are even options to get a second opinion and join a clinical trial. 

However, we did notice that they don’t have an online booking form. Their online patient portal is a bit wonky, from our experience as well. 

You might have to give them a call to make an appointment. There are also some reports that say it’s hard to set an appointment here, so that’s something to consider with this clinic. 

Dr. Saperstein is Board-certified in neurology, neuromuscular medicine, clinical neurophysiology and clinical neuromuscular pathology. He’s built a strong reputation as a neurologist in Phoenix. 

Based on our experience, it wasn’t hard to see why. Dr. Saperstein is very involved and hands-on from diagnosis to treatment. 

He has over two decades of experience and treated over 2000 patients with EDS, POTS, and related conditions so he has extensive experience. Aside from his experience, one of the things we like most about Dr. Saperstein is his empathetic and thorough care. 

You really feel like you’re being given the attention you deserve. He’s very professional, helpful, and responsive to all queries and concerns. 

Aside from Dr. Saperstein, the whole staff is also very receptive, thorough, and friendly. They really have an environment that helps you feel at ease. 

To get a better grasp of what neurological concerns the clinic can diagnose and treat, check out this list below: 

• POTS & Dysautonomia
• EDS
• ALS
• CIDP/GBS
• Neuropathy
• Muscular Dystrophy
• Myositis
• Myasthenia Gravis

The clinic has on-site testing for your accurate diagnosis. They use the latest technology such as Nerve Conduction Studies/Electromyography (EMG), Single Fiber EMG, biopsies, Autonomic Testing, and Electroencephalography (EEG), among others. 

They also provide telemedicine services in case you can’t go to the clinic yourself, which we think is a convenient option. 

We noticed, however, that Dr. Saperstein is the only doctor in this clinic. So if you’re looking for a wide range of doctors, it might be best to check out the other clinics on our list. 

They also don’t have a reliable patient portal or booking form online, so it would be better to just contact them through their hotline or go to their office directly to set up an appointment. 

Dr. Harvinder Kumar is a board certified and fellowship-trained neurologist in Phoenix. He has a special interest in neuromuscular medicine and EMGs.

He is widely recognized as a practitioner earning awards such as the Top Doctor award from Phoenix Magazine for two years in a row. After experiencing a consult with him, it wasn’t hard to see why he’s a trusted neurologist in the Phoenix area. 

For one, he’s very warm and easy to talk to. Consultations with a neurologist can be nerve wracking but Dr. Kumar’s calm attitude and reliability can help ease your worries. 

He’s professional, competent, and has great attention to detail. He is very patient so you never feel like you’re being rushed in any way. 

He listens to your concerns and answers any questions you may have to the best of his ability. He comes up with the best treatment plan quickly and helps you through any anxiety you may have. 

The Core Institute is also clean, organized, with a very professional staff. It’s easy to set appointments with them in person or through their online system. 

They have a reliable patient portal available where you can keep track of appointments. Aside from neurological care, they also offer great orthopedic care. 

They have a wide range of doctors to choose from. However, we noticed that they have limited information on their website, making it a bit hard to look through their services. 

Their payment portal is also quite outdated, so it might be best to settle balances in person.