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- The Night Shift: Putting Sleep Studies to Work for Youhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/sleep/pn0707-sleep-studies-pdf/31153/Enhancing Neurological Diagnoses with Sleep StudiesSleep studies, particularly polysomnography (PSG), are becoming increasingly vital in neurology for accurately diagnosing sleep-related disorders. Despite patients’ reluctance to undergo overnight testing, the objective data obtained from PSGs provi
- Levodopa: Life Begins at 40?https://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/levodopa-life-begins-at-40/31189/Levodopa Remains Cornerstone in Parkinson’s Disease Therapy After 40 YearsForty years after the seminal 1967 Cotzias study, levodopa continues to be the primary treatment for Parkinson’s disease (PD), underscoring its enduring efficacy in managing motor symptoms. Levodopa’s journey from a laboratory
- Pain Managementhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/pn0407-painmngmt-pdf/31193/Chronic Pain Management: Addressing Potential Bias in Clinical AssessmentsChronic pain remains a significant challenge in neurology, often complicated by the subjective nature of pain assessment. In the article "Are You Guilty of Bias When Encountering Unexplained Pain?" by Charles Argoff, MD, publi
- What if the Patient Doesn’t Care?https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/pn0307-dementia-pdf/31198/In the article "What if the Patient Doesn’t Care?" by Dr. David S. Geldmacher, the complex interplay between apathy and Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is explored through the case study of Anthony and Marie. Following Anthony’s retirement, Marie noticed a marked decline in his motivation and engagement, w
- Putting Generic AEDs Under the Microscopehttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/putting-generic-aeds-under-the-microscope/31248/Challenges and Considerations in Using Generic Antiepileptic DrugsEpilepsy, a prevalent neurological disorder, presents unique challenges for neurologists despite being widely recognized. Effective management requires expertise in EEG interpretation, neurophysiology, pharmacology, and an understandi
- Editor's Messagehttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/editors-message/31293/Practical Neurology’s Esteemed Editorial and Contributing Boards Showcase Leading Expertise in Neurological MedicinePractical Neurology proudly features a distinguished team of medical professionals serving on its Editorial Advisory Board, Editorial Board, and as Contributing Editors. This collectiv
- Malpractice: Exposing Weak Links That Can Put You at Riskhttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/malpractice-exposing-weak-links-that-can-put-you-at-risk/31316/Malpractice Protection Strategies for Neurologists: Enhancing Practice SafetyIn the evolving landscape of neurology, defensive medicine has emerged as a prevalent paradigm to mitigate the risk of malpractice lawsuits. Neurologists are increasingly ordering extensive diagnostic tests for rare conditi
- Vascular Clinichttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/vascular-clinic/31329/Advancements in Intracerebral Hemorrhage Management Highlighted in Practical NeurologyIntracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) constitutes approximately 15% of acute stroke cases, presenting a significant clinical challenge due to its high mortality rate of around 40% and substantial societal impact, accounti
- Bound by Bureaucracy: How Medicare Part D is Tying the Hands of Neurologistshttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/bound-by-bureaucracy-how-medicare-part-d-is-tying-the-hands-of-neurologists/31330/Medicare Part D: Challenges and Implications for Neurological PracticeThe rollout of Medicare Part D has significantly impacted neurological practices, revealing numerous challenges that healthcare professionals continue to navigate. Initially intended to provide elderly patients with more prescript
- Vascular Clinichttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/vascular-clinic/31339/At the February 2006 International Stroke Conference in Kissimmee, FL, leading vascular care experts convened to discuss advancements in stroke management and prevention. The event, hosted at the city’s convention center, facilitated the exchange of groundbreaking research and practical strategies a