AVALA SPINE EXPANDS SPECIALTY CARE SERVICES WITH NEUROLOGY CLINICS IN COVINGTON AND METAIRIE
COVINGTON, LOUISIANA – AVALA Spine is proud to introduce AVALA Neuro, expanding access to expert neurological care across the Northshore and Greater New Orleans region with new locations in Covington and Metairie.
This exciting addition strengthens AVALA’s commitment to delivering advanced specialty care closer to home. Patients experiencing conditions that affect the brain, spine, nerves, memory, balance, or movement can now access comprehensive neurological evaluation and treatment within the trusted AVALA network.
“Expanding into neurology is a natural progression of AVALA’s mission to provide exceptional specialty care to our communities,” said Dr. K. Samer Shamieh, Board Certified Spine Surgeon at AVALA Spine & AVALA Chief Medical Officer. “Our goal has always been to make it easier for patients to access high-quality care from trusted Specialists in a setting where they feel known, heard, and supported. The addition of AVALA Neuro strengthens our ability to deliver that level of care.”
AVALA Neuro provides evaluation and treatment for a variety of neurological conditions:
- Headaches and Migraines
- Stroke and Stroke Prevention
- Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
- Memory Disorders and Cognitive Decline
- Neuropathy and Nerve Disorders
- Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders
- Muscle Weakness and Neuromuscular Conditions
- Balance Disorders, Dizziness, and Vertigo
- Nerve Compression Disorders
- Other Complex Neurological Conditions
Led by Dr. Andrea “Drew” Stoltz Courrege, a Louisiana native and highly trained neurologist, AVALA Neuro provides expert care for complex neurological concerns.
“What drew me to AVALA was its commitment to personalized, patient-first care,” said Dr. Drew Courrege, AVALA Neurologist. “I’m excited to help patients and families navigate neurological conditions with expert guidance, compassion, and a collaborative approach focused on achieving the best outcomes.”
As part of AVALA’s comprehensive network of spine, neurosurgery, pain management, orthopedic, and primary care specialists, AVALA Neuro offers patients a seamless care journey backed by the innovation, expertise, and personalized attention to each detail.
Appointments are available beginning September 8, 2026. You can request an appointment online at avalaspine.com/neuro or by calling the office at 985-400-5778.
Clinic Locations
AVALA Neuro – Covington
76 Starbrush Circle. Covington, LA 70433
Phone: 985.400.5778
Fax: 985-888-1402
AVALA Neuro – Metairie
4441 N. Interstate 10 Service Road W, Metairie, LA 70006
Phone: 504.575.3472
Fax: 985-888-1402
