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​​​​​​"As a Neurologist, I am committed to providing the best possible neurological care for my patients."​​​

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Dr. Ellen Parris, neurologist, diagnoses and treats disorders and diseases of the nervous system. 


She specializes in epilepsy, movement disorders including Parkinson's disease and tremors, multiple sclerosis, stroke, neuromuscular and peripheral nerve disorders, migraine headaches, head injuries and memory disorders including Alzheimer's disease.

She joined the Marshfield Clinic's medical staff in 1991.

Dr. Parris who is a military veteran says, "My training at the University of Miami and my tours of duty as a U.S. Navy Neurologist prepared me well to handle all of the diagnoses that are present in a neurology practice."

Dr. Parris uses EMG (electromyography)testing to diagnose nerve and muscle conditions. In addition, she interprets EEG's (electroencephalograms) to help her diagnose and manage seizure activity and other focal or generalized brain disturbances.

Dr. Parris is a Florida native but finds the Northwoods a beautiful place to live. She says the people have made her feel very welcome over the years. In her spare time, Dr. Parris enjoys photography and bread baking.

Dr. Parris began her medical training at the University of Miami School of Medicine in Miami, Florida. She then completed her internship at Wayne State Affiliated Hospitals in Detroit, Michigan, and her residency in neurology at the University of Miami Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Parris served as a Neurologist in the U.S. Navy and is a former Commanding Officer of the Medical Reserve Unit based in Green Bay, Wisconsin. She is board certified and licensed to practice in Wisconsin and Florida.

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  • Medical School
    University of Miami - Miller School of Medicine Miami, FL, United States, M.D. 1976

    Internship
    Wayne State University - Hospitals & Clinics Detroit, MI, United States, Internal Medicine 1977

    Residency
    University of Miami - Affiliated Hospitals Miami, FL, United States, Neurology 1980

  • Professional Societies
    Wisconsin Medical Society

    Board Certifications
    Neurology: 1982

    State Licenses
    Florida Wisconsin

Patient Ratings down arrow

4.9
out of 5 (96 ratings, 13 comments)
4.9
Provider explanations of my problem
4.9
Provider concern for my questions
4.9
Provider's efforts to include me in treatment decisions
4.8
Provider's discussion of proposed treatment
4.9
My likelihood of recommending this provider

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July 6, 2022
I really like this doctor.
July 11, 2022
I think Dr. Parris is the BEST.
August 2, 2022
Dr. Parris is right on with my condition. She is a gem and we appreciate her. Positive.
October 3, 2022
All good.
October 5, 2022
My mom has been seeing Dr. Parris for years. I have nothing but positive things to say about her. She is kind, caring, very smart & Marshfield Clinic is lucky to have her!
October 28, 2022
Dr. Parris is so caring and takes time to know you as a person not just a patient.
November 11, 2022
Dr. Parris is very pleasant and professional. Enjoy my visit with her.
November 30, 2022
Very good doctor, actually listens to me, shows concern, has answers. It's so nice working with Dr. Parris.
November 30, 2022
I've been seeing Dr. Parris for many many years now. It's rare to have an actual RELATIONSHIP with a doctor these days.
December 9, 2022
Dr. Parris is always great!
February 22, 2023
Dr. Parris explained what she was going to do. She is very kind and listens.
February 22, 2023
Dr. Parris was marvelous bonded with her - she was sensitive.
December 9, 2022
Time very good. No waiting.
December 9, 2022
Time very good. No waiting.
July 6, 2022
I really like this doctor.
July 11, 2022
I think Dr. Parris is the BEST.
August 2, 2022
Dr. Parris is right on with my condition. She is a gem and we appreciate her. Positive.
October 3, 2022
All good.
October 5, 2022
My mom has been seeing Dr. Parris for years. I have nothing but positive things to say about her. She is kind, caring, very smart & Marshfield Clinic is lucky to have her!
October 28, 2022
Dr. Parris is so caring and takes time to know you as a person not just a patient.
November 11, 2022
Dr. Parris is very pleasant and professional. Enjoy my visit with her.
November 30, 2022
Very good doctor, actually listens to me, shows concern, has answers. It's so nice working with Dr. Parris.
November 30, 2022
I've been seeing Dr. Parris for many many years now. It's rare to have an actual RELATIONSHIP with a doctor these days.
December 9, 2022
Dr. Parris is always great!
February 22, 2023
Dr. Parris explained what she was going to do. She is very kind and listens.
February 22, 2023
Dr. Parris was marvelous bonded with her - she was sensitive.
July 6, 2022
I really like this doctor.
July 11, 2022
I think Dr. Parris is the BEST.
August 2, 2022
Dr. Parris is right on with my condition. She is a gem and we appreciate her. Positive.
October 3, 2022
All good.
October 5, 2022
My mom has been seeing Dr. Parris for years. I have nothing but positive things to say about her. She is kind, caring, very smart & Marshfield Clinic is lucky to have her!
October 28, 2022
Dr. Parris is so caring and takes time to know you as a person not just a patient.
November 11, 2022
Dr. Parris is very pleasant and professional. Enjoy my visit with her.
November 30, 2022
Very good doctor, actually listens to me, shows concern, has answers. It's so nice working with Dr. Parris.
November 30, 2022
I've been seeing Dr. Parris for many many years now. It's rare to have an actual RELATIONSHIP with a doctor these days.
December 9, 2022
Dr. Parris is always great!
December 9, 2022
Time very good. No waiting.
February 22, 2023
Dr. Parris explained what she was going to do. She is very kind and listens.
February 22, 2023
Dr. Parris was marvelous bonded with her - she was sensitive.
February 22, 2023
Dr. Parris explained what she was going to do. She is very kind and listens.
February 22, 2023
Dr. Parris was marvelous bonded with her - she was sensitive.
December 9, 2022
Time very good. No waiting.
December 9, 2022
Dr. Parris is always great!
November 30, 2022
I've been seeing Dr. Parris for many many years now. It's rare to have an actual RELATIONSHIP with a doctor these days.
November 30, 2022
Very good doctor, actually listens to me, shows concern, has answers. It's so nice working with Dr. Parris.
November 11, 2022
Dr. Parris is very pleasant and professional. Enjoy my visit with her.
October 28, 2022
Dr. Parris is so caring and takes time to know you as a person not just a patient.
October 5, 2022
My mom has been seeing Dr. Parris for years. I have nothing but positive things to say about her. She is kind, caring, very smart & Marshfield Clinic is lucky to have her!
October 3, 2022
All good.
August 2, 2022
Dr. Parris is right on with my condition. She is a gem and we appreciate her. Positive.
July 11, 2022
I think Dr. Parris is the BEST.
July 6, 2022
I really like this doctor.

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