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The future of neurology

In the past, a neurologist was recognized particularly for skilled diagnoses using clues derived from a thorough and elaborate history and physical examination, but treatment options were limited. Colloquially, the neurologist would “diagnose and adios.” With the advent of advanced neuroimaging and laboratory techniques, there has been much lament about the disappearance of the neurologists’ much vaunted skill in clinical diagnosis. And yet, the various tests, coupled with advanced treatment techniques, have certainly led to an explosion of opportunity, with both increased demand for neurologists and an increased number of people interested in the field. In the near future, the role of…

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A Diverse Specialty: What Students Teach Us About Neurology and “Neurophobia”

The term “neurophobia” was coined years ago to describe a fear of Neurology on the part of medical students. Neurophobia continues to be prevalent today. Some authors have noted the gap between this perception of Neurology and the “neurophilia” that exists in society with increasing interest in and awareness of neurological disorders such as stroke and multiple sclerosis. As neurologists, it would be ideal if we could take advantage of “neurophilia” to promote our specialty among students and showcase its many strengths.

A Shortage of Neurologists – We Must Act Now

In nearly every US state, a large mismatch exists between the need for neurologists and neurologic services and the availability of neurologists to provide these services. Patients with neurologic disorders are rising in prevalence and require access to high-level care to reduce disability. The current neurology mismatch reduces access to care, worsens patient outcomes, and erodes career satisfaction and quality of life for neurologists as they face increasingly insurmountable demands.

Cosmetic Neurology: For Physicians the Future is Now

Basic neuroscience and neuropharmacology are beginning to yield therapies for cognitive disorders. While we can eagerly anticipate treatments for dementing illnesses, stroke, traumatic brain injury, and developmental abnormalities, these very treatments raise uncomfortable questions. If we can improve cognitive systems in disease, can we also do so in health? Should we practice cosmetic neurology? The possibility of "better brains" has captured the imagination of the press, policy pundits, and ethicists. With few exceptions, physicians have not contributed to these discussions, despite their central role in this unfolding drama. Cosmetic neurology includes the use of botulinum toxin to brush away wrinkles. However, it also alters how we function and feel, rather than just how we look. Many interventions to improve cognitive and emotional systems are available now, and others are on the horizon.

Future Challenges for Neurology Departments and Neurology Educators

One of the areas that I think we need to focus more on is child neurology. Children obviously have many neurological problems, and there is a real shortage of specialists in child neurology to treat them. This dovetails with what we've said before about new treatments because many new neurogenetic treatments need to be instituted in childhood. We need to support child neurology and recruit more people interested in pediatrics to specialize in child neurology.

General neurology: Current challenges and future implications

In the coming decades, the world will face an increasing burden of neurological disorders (ND) and an urgent need to promote brain health. These challenges contrast with an insufficient neurological workforce in most countries, as well as decreasing numbers of general neurologists and neurologists attracted to work in general neurology (GN)

Inside the Science of an Amazing New Surgery Called Deep Brain Stimulation

The most futuristic medical treatment ever imagined is now a reality

Insights on the Trends and Future of Vascular Neurology

Over the last several decades, advances have been made in vascular neurology, including advancements in stroke diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation. Furthermore, the individuals who are providing the care represent a different cohort than those who were caring for stroke patients 30 years ago.

Introduction to Trends in Neurology

There are a large number of neurological diseases with different symptoms. Constant improvements and technological advances make it possible to better understand these diseases.

Neurology Career Pros & Cons: Is It Right for You?

Neurology is a much harder science than psych, and most of the time, it’s a puzzle with a concrete and definitive end point. You can point to a structure and its lesion and understand what the deficits or symptoms would be.

Neurology Tomorrow: Emerging Trends and Future Directions

In healthcare, few areas are as exciting and changing quickly as neurology. Neurology is all about studying the brain and nerves, and there have been big improvements lately. These improvements are leading to new treatments and technologies.

Pediatric Neurology—Current Challenges and Future Perspectives

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Training of neurologists for the 21st century: cultural and professional skills

Training of neurologists for the near future is a challenge due to the likely advances in neuroscientific methods, which will change much of our knowledge on diagnosis and treatment of neurological diseases.

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“More Unites Us Than Divides Us” — It’s Time for Neurology and Psychiatry to Work Together Again

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Resources

Neurology Residents

In Neurology-Residents, I tried to collect the most important details that neurology residents will need during their training. In the middle of a busy call, while taking care of stroke and neuroscience ICU patients, the EMR templates will help to save your precious time. While on Child neurology rotation, no need to keep searching the internet for medication dosages, it is all available in one website. I hope this site gains your respect and admiration.

American Academy of Neurology

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