Emory Healthcare A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is an injury to the brain from a violent, outside force. It can be as mild as a concussion, or severe, requiring emergency medical care.
A TBI can impact all areas of your life. It can affect your thinking, your personality or your physical abilities.
Seek immediate care for a TBI from specialists you can trust.
As a nationally trusted leader in neurological care, we are committed to providing you and your family with the innovative care you need. We received a national ranking in the Top 40 for neurology and neurosurgery from U.S. News & World Report.
When it comes to seeking care for a traumatic brain injury in the Southeast, you can count on Emory’s team of specialists to provide compassionate and evidence-based care.
A TBI can happen at any time. Common causes for TBI include:
A TBI can happen to anyone, but there are some conditions that make you more likely to develop a severe injury. These include:
Being active in contact sports like football, hockey, rugby, boxing, soccer, or baseball
Working in hazardous occupations like the military, first responders and police officers
Being a victim of violence
Being male and/or 75+ years of age
Using drugs and drinking too much alcohol
Having a previous history of TBI
Your symptoms will vary due to the severity of your TBI. Common symptoms include:
our doctor may diagnose a brain injury with a physical examination and a review of your medical history. Your doctor may also order a CT scan and conduct a neurologic exam to check your reflexes, recall and coordination.
The Emory neurology and neurosurgery teams provide expert care for a number of injuries, including:
Brain tumors
Hypoxia, a condition where not enough oxygen goes to the brain and other tissues in the body
Infections of the brain
Weakened brain vessels, including cerebral aneurysm
Ataxia, a group of diseases that cause impaired motor condition in the brain
Emory Healthcare offers innovative, minimally invasive treatment options for traumatic brain injuries.
Create a MyChart account to schedule online or call 404-778-3444 to schedule an appointment. For the neurosurgery department, call 404-778-5770.