Neurology of Bend >> Michael L. Bell, M.D.

Michael L. Bell, M.D.

A native of Missoula, MT, Dr. Bell recently moved to Bend with his wife and three daughters to join Neurology of Bend in August 2007.  He attended medical school at OHSU followed by neurology residency and epilepsy fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota.  Dr. Bell enjoys caring for diverse neurologic problems, but has additional fellowship training in caring for adults and children with epilepsy (seizure disorders).  Other interests include: movement disorders (such as Parkinson’s, tremors, and gait disorders), headache, peripheral nerve, nerve conduction studies, neuro-oncology, and cerebrovascular disorders. 

Dr. Bell’s accomplishments include serving as the Chief Resident in neurology at Mayo Clinic, the Woltman Award for Clinical Neurology (Mayo’s highest clinical award for a graduating neurology resident), and he was awarded an excellence in teaching award as a resident.  During his training, he was active in medical student education, including spending 6 weeks teaching the Mayo Clinic medical student neuroscience course.  As a fellow at Mayo, he achieved the rank of assistant professor.  Dr. Bell has published numerous peer reviewed articles and a book chapter.  He has presented his research at several national neurology and epilepsy conferences.  Dr. Bell is board certified in neurology.

Above all, Dr. Bell enjoys the practice of clinical neurology.  He prides himself on offering the best of care for every patient, treating each patient as he would a family member.  Patient education is a particular interest, as he aims to empower patients to face illness with knowledge and understanding.