Safwan Jaradeh, MD: Why I Went into Medicine
Safwan Jaradeh, MD, talks about how his father and uncle inspired him to become a doctor but neither wanted him to choose neuroscience.
Autonomic Disorders Program
The Autonomic Disorders Program provides care for autonomic nervous system disorders. Our doctors are among a few specialists worldwide with the expertise to diagnose and treat autonomic disorders. The program also offers one of the most comprehensive autonomic testing laboratories in the nation.
Autonomic Disorders Program
Our Doctors
Care and Treatment of Autonomic Disorders
Autonomic Nervous System
The autonomic nervous system controls functions in the body that take place without conscious control. While there are multiple components of the autonomic system, it can primarily be divided into the sympathetic nervous system and the parasympathetic nervous system.
A simple way to think about the sympathetic nervous system is that it is what enables flight and fright bodily responses for emergencies and stress. The parasympathetic nervous system allows us to rest and digest.
Both sympathetic and parasympathetic systems have central (within the brain) and peripheral (outside the brain) components and together these two systems essentially control our heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, temperature regulation, sweating, urination, and sexual function. The two systems have different primary neurochemicals which help with signal transmission.
Because of the complexity of the interaction between the components of the autonomic nervous system and the myriad of ways the harmony of the system can be derailed, individuals with autonomic dysfunction may experience symptoms ranging from mild to severe. These symptoms can affect a few or multiple organ functions. Autonomic deregulation or failure may occur alone or be associated with various other neurological and non-neurological diseases.
Nationally Recognized
HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN
We are proud to have earned recognition from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation "Healthcare Equality Index."
Small Changes in Big Network May Signal Autonomic Disorder
Marc Laderriere was relieved when Dr. Safwan Jaradeh, an autonomic disorders specialist, could explain and treat his mysterious set of symptoms.
Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are research studies that evaluate a new medical approach, device, drug, or other treatment. As a Stanford Health Care patient, you may have access to the latest, advanced clinical trials.
Open trials refer to studies currently accepting participants. Closed trials are not currently enrolling, but may open in the future.
For Patients
For your convenience, you may check in for all same-day appointments at the Stanford Neuroscience Health Center through a centralized, check-in desk near the front lobby. In addition to all outpatient services, you also can access onsite pre-surgery consultations at the center.
Appointments are available by physician referral only.
Please call us at 650-723-6469. Faxes can be sent to 650-723-6002.
PREPARE FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT
Bring as much information as possible about your family history, as some conditions that affect the autonomic system may be genetic.
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
Call to schedule a follow-up visit with a nurse practitioner or physician assistant to discuss test results and review your treatment plan.
International Patients
Phone: +1 650-723-8561
Email: IMS@stanfordhealthcare.org
Call us to make an appointment
For Health Care Professionals
PHYSICIAN HELPLINE
Phone: 1-866-742-4811
Fax: 650-320-9443
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
TRANSFER CENTER
Phone: 1-800-800-1551, 24 hours - 7 days a week
Stanford Health Care provides comprehensive services to refer and track patients, as well as provides the latest information and news for physicians and office staff. For help with all referral needs and questions visit Referring Physicians.
HOW TO REFER
Fax a referral form with supporting documentation to 650-320-9443.
Make an Appointment
To request an appointment, call 650-723-6469.