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Dr. Rizamarie Empeño and Dr. Ryan Wang
SPECIALTY: Neuromuscular Medicine and Movement Disorders
EDUCATION:
Dr. Rizamarie Empeño: M.D., American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine; internship, Temple University Hospital; residency, Temple University Hospital; fellowship, Neuromuscular, Johns Hopkins Hospital
Dr. Ryan Wang: M.D., University of Virgina School of Medicine; internship, Boston University Medical Center; residency, Boston University Medical Center; fellowship, Movement Disorder, Boston University Medical Center
AWARDS/HONORS:
Dr. Wang: Board certified, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Drs. Rizamarie Empeño and Ryan Wang are skilled neurologists at Northwestern Medicine specializing in neuromuscular medicine and movement disorders. Together they are dedicated to improving mobility and quality of life for their patients.
Dr. Empeño practices in neuromuscular medicine. She addresses the growing need for advanced care as an aging population faces complex neurological conditions. “Neuromuscular medicine requires more of a demand for specialized care in diagnosing, treating, and managing complex neurological conditions as well as understanding the advances in genetic and emerging therapeutic options,” she says. “The role of neuromuscular medicine in the health care system is more critical than ever in improving patient outcomes and advancing medical knowledge.”
Dr. Ryan Wang, a dedicated movement disorder neurologist, specializes in treating conditions that disrupt or diminish mobility. He finds inspiration in the visible transformation his patients experience after treatment, particularly those living with Parkinson’s disease. “There is still no cure for Parkinson’s, and we largely focus on treating the symptoms it causes,” he says. “We take the time to listen to our patient’s individual symptoms and what aspects of life are important to them.” Their shared passion for personalized care and medical innovation drives meaningful impact for their patients.
Northwestern Medicine Neurology is located at 1000 N. Westmoreland Road in Lake Forest, 847-535-7658, nm.org.
