Name: Dr. Jessica F. Carter (Friedland)

Specialty: Neurology

Qualification/Board Certification: Doctor of Medicine (MD), Medical College of Ohio

Affiliation(s): Memorial Health University Medical Center, Candler Hospital, Effingham Health System-Springfield; Wellstar Medical Group, LLC

Location (City/State): Savannah, Georgia

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Contact office to confirm

NPI Number: 1235316407

About the Doctor

Dr. Jessica F. Carter (Friedland) is an experienced neurologist based in Savannah, Georgia, with over 21 years of clinical practice in the diagnosis and treatment of brain and nervous system disorders. She earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Ohio and went on to complete both her transitional year internship and neurology residency at Emory University School of Medicine — one of the Southeast’s most prestigious academic medical centers — between 2003 and 2007. This rigorous training at Emory equipped Dr. Carter with a strong clinical foundation in neurological medicine, which she has applied across more than two decades of patient care in the Savannah region.

Dr. Carter holds subspecialty focus areas in Headache Medicine and Neurophysiology, distinguishing her as a neurologist with refined expertise in two demanding and clinically nuanced areas of the field. She practices at Wellstar Medical Group, LLC alongside a multidisciplinary team that includes oncologists, cardiologists, pulmonologists, and family medicine physicians, enabling a well-coordinated, team-based approach to complex neurological care. She is affiliated with three hospital systems in the Savannah area, including Memorial Health University Medical Center, which is recognized as high-performing in back surgery and spinal fusion. Dr. Carter holds active medical licenses in Georgia (through 2028) and Oregon (through 2027) and has received multiple professional awards and honors throughout her career. Online appointment booking is available for new and existing patients.

Key highlights about Dr. Carter:

• Over 21 years of experience in neurology and neurological care
• Subspecialty training and focus in Headache Medicine and Neurophysiology
• Residency completed at Emory University School of Medicine
• Affiliated with three hospital systems in the greater Savannah area
• Recipient of multiple professional awards and honors
• Active Georgia State Medical License through 2028
• Practices within the Wellstar Medical Group multidisciplinary network

Education & Training

• Medical School: Medical College of Ohio
• Internship: Transitional Year, Emory University School of Medicine (2003–2004)
• Residency: Neurology, Emory University School of Medicine (2004–2007)
• Fellowship/Additional Training: Not listed; subspecialty focus areas in Headache Medicine and Neurophysiology

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Carter diagnoses and manages a broad range of neurological conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nervous system, including:

• Migraines and chronic headache disorders
• Tension-type headaches and cluster headaches
• Epilepsy and seizure disorders
• Stroke and cerebrovascular disease
• Multiple sclerosis (MS)
• Peripheral neuropathy
• Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders
• Dementia and cognitive decline
• Sleep disorders including narcolepsy and insomnia
• Dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders
• Nerve and muscle disorders (neuromuscular conditions)
• Neurophysiological abnormalities detected through diagnostic testing
• Spinal cord and back pain conditions with neurological involvement
• Tremors and other involuntary movement disorders

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive neurological examinations and assessments
• Electroencephalography (EEG) for seizure and brain activity evaluation
• Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies
• Neurophysiological diagnostic testing
• Headache and migraine management protocols
• Botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for chronic migraine treatment
• Lumbar puncture (spinal tap) for diagnostic purposes
• Cognitive and memory evaluations
• Stroke risk assessment and acute neurological evaluation
• Diagnostic imaging interpretation (MRI, CT scan of brain and spine)
• Medication management for chronic neurological conditions
• Referrals to neurosurgical and subspecialty teams as needed

Services Offered

Dr. Jessica F. Carter (Friedland) offers a comprehensive suite of neurological services at her Savannah, Georgia practice, serving patients who require expert evaluation and management of conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system. Practicing within the Wellstar Medical Group network, she benefits from collaborative access to specialists across multiple disciplines, allowing for integrated care plans that address the full complexity of neurological illness.

A significant component of Dr. Carter’s practice centers on her subspecialty expertise in Headache Medicine. For patients suffering from debilitating migraines, chronic daily headaches, or cluster headaches, she provides thorough evaluations, personalized treatment planning, and ongoing management strategies that may include preventive medications, acute therapies, and procedural interventions such as Botox injections for chronic migraine. Her subspecialty knowledge in this area enables her to offer a level of care that goes beyond what a general neurologist typically provides for headache patients.

Dr. Carter’s additional subspecialty in Neurophysiology allows her to perform and interpret specialized diagnostic tests including EEG and EMG studies, which are essential tools in evaluating epilepsy, seizure disorders, nerve damage, and neuromuscular diseases. These capabilities make her a valuable resource for patients presenting with complex or diagnostically challenging neurological symptoms. Beyond diagnostics, she manages the ongoing care of patients with chronic neurological conditions such as epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and stroke-related complications, developing individualized treatment plans aimed at preserving function and improving quality of life.

Key services include:

• Headache and migraine specialty care and management
• Neurophysiological testing including EEG and EMG/nerve conduction studies
• Epilepsy and seizure disorder evaluation and management
• Stroke assessment and cerebrovascular disease care
• Multiple sclerosis and demyelinating disease management
• Parkinson’s disease and movement disorder treatment
• Cognitive and memory disorder evaluations
• Botulinum toxin (Botox) therapy for chronic migraine
• Peripheral neuropathy diagnosis and management
• Chronic neurological disease monitoring and medication management
• Multidisciplinary care coordination through Wellstar Medical Group
• Telehealth consultations (contact office for availability)
• Online appointment booking

Accepted Insurances

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO
• Cigna – PPO
• Elevance – Medicaid

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 6602 Waters Ave, Building C, Savannah, GA 31406

Phone: (912) 354-7676

Hospital Affiliations

• Memorial Health University Medical Center – Savannah, GA (High Performing in Back Surgery / Spinal Fusion)
• Candler Hospital – Savannah, GA
• Effingham Health System-Springfield – Springfield, GA