The MetroHealth Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio
Concussion Clinic
 Following concussive brain trauma, patients can receive swift access to MetroHealth’s high-quality and nationally ranked rehabilitation services at the Concussion Clinic.
The clinic takes a multi-specialty team approach providing patients with comprehensive care and the full resources of the MetroHealth Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio, which is renowned for its expertise in helping patients recover.
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Make an appointment by calling 216-778-4414. Patients are seen at the following MetroHealth locations:
Download a free fact sheet for parents on concussions.
A concussion is an injury to the brain that results in temporary loss of normal brain function. It usually is caused by a blow to the head but can also be caused by whiplash injury of the head and neck. Cuts or bruises may be present on the head or face, but in many cases, there are no signs of trauma. Concussions do not necessarily involve a loss of consciousness.
People with concussions often cannot remember what happened immediately before or especially after the injury, and they may act confused. A concussion can affect concentration, memory, judgment, reflexes, speech, balance and muscle coordination.
Even mild concussions should not be taken lightly. In most cases, a single concussion does not cause permanent damage. But persisting symptoms can occur and individuals often need guidance in resuming their usual activities. While rare, a major brain injury can result from a second concussion soon after the initial one. This phenomenon is known as second impact syndrome.
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Concussion Clinic Team
Make an appointment by calling 216-778-4414.
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Mary Vargo, MD
Director, Concussion Clinic
Associate Director, Residency Training Program
Associate Professor, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Specialty Interests: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Cancer Rehabilitation, Lymphedema, Dysphagia, Electrodiagnosis
Learn more about Dr. Mary Vargo
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Kermit W. Fox, III, MD
Assistant Professor, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Specialty Interests: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Acute and Chronic Musculoskeletal Disorders, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, Electrodiagnosis, Interventional Spine Procedures for Pain Management.
Learn more about Dr. Kermit W. Fox
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Kip Smith, PhD
Assistant Professor, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Specialty Interests: Rehabilitation Psychology, Neuropsychology
Learn more about Dr. Kip Smith
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