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- Business Advisorhttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/business-advisor/30983/Navigating Medicolegal Challenges in Neurological PracticeThe intersection of medicine and law presents significant challenges for neurologists, with malpractice being a prominent concern. Recent trends indicate a rise in medical malpractice lawsuits in the United States, heightening anxiety among p
- Which Candidate Has the Best Healthcare Plan for America?https://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/which-candidate-has-the-best-healthcare-plan-for-america/30977/In the 2008 presidential campaign, healthcare emerged as a pivotal issue, intertwining with economic concerns such as Wall Street bailouts and regulatory challenges. Healthcare experts highlight the critical link between the nation’s economic strength and the inefficiencies and rising costs of the A
- Editor's Messagehttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/editors-message/30994/The Competence Conundrum: Evaluating Physician Roles in Assessing Voter CompetenceIn the September 2008 issue of *Practical Neurology*, Paul Winnington explores a provocative ethical and legal dilemma: the potential for physicians, particularly neurologists, to assess an individual's competence to v
- Epilepsy Essentialshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/PN0708Epilepsy-pdf/31003/Complementary and Alternative Medical Therapies (CAMs) are increasingly utilized by patients with epilepsy, highlighting the necessity for healthcare professionals to be vigilant about their potential impacts. CAMs encompass a variety of treatments, including herbal medicines, dietary supplements, a
- Vascular Clinichttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/vascular-clinic/31020/Recent advancements in stroke prevention highlight the critical role of rapid intervention following transient ischemic attacks (TIAs). Two pivotal studies, EXPRESS and SOS-TIA, provide robust evidence supporting immediate evaluation and treatment to significantly reduce the risk of subsequent strok
- Mild Cognitive Impairment: Where Does it Fit In?https://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/mild-cognitive-impairment-where-does-it-fit-in/31043/Summary:Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) has gained prominence in the neurological landscape, particularly in the digital age where awareness spreads rapidly. MCI represents a crucial intermediary stage between normal age-related cognitive decline and more severe dementias, such as Alzheimer’s diseas
- Vascular Clinichttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/vascular-clinic/31047/Recent advancements in Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) management have been the focus of numerous publications, highlighting the critical need for updated approaches in clinical practice. A comprehensive meta-analysis encompassing 11 natural history studies with 7,238 patients underscores the elevat
- Editor's Messagehttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/editors-message/31077/In the December 2007 issue of Practical Neurology, Editor-in-Chief Jack Persico draws a poignant parallel between the classic film "It's a Wonderful Life" and the current state of neurology practice. Highlighting an article by Dr. Ronald DeVere, the discussion focuses on the pervasive issue of physi
- News Briefshttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/news-briefs/31118/Recent advancements in neurology highlight significant progress and emerging insights into Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and related neurological conditions. A pivotal study published in the FASEB Journal reveals that amyloid β-derived diffusible ligand (ADDL) in AD patients disrupts insulin signaling by
- News Briefshttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/news-briefs/31137/Clinical Insights: Recent Advances in NeurologyRecent genetic studies continue to illuminate the complex interplay between genetics and multiple sclerosis (MS). A genome-wide association study published in the *New England Journal of Medicine* identified heritable risk factors for MS, specifically a