When Should Patients With Dementia Stop Driving?
No formal mechanisms exist in to require cessation of driving for reasons associated with dementia, so the treating neurologist is often relied upon to initiate discussions of driving.
All articles by Linda Peckel
Should We Close the Book on Patent Foramen Ovale Closure in Migraine?
Recent research has suggested that patent foramen ovale closure surgery might be a preventive measure against future migraine attacks.
Clinical Update: Utilizing Ischemic Preconditioning in Ischemic Stroke
One of the most promising avenues of research is the concept of hypoxic conditioning, or ischemic preconditioning, in which brief periods of oxygen deprivation to the brain have been shown to provide neuroprotective effects that reduce stroke infarct size and improve recovery times.
Palliative Care in Huntington Disease: What Every Clinician Should Consider
Palliative and hospice care play an important role in the long-term management of Hungtington disease, including ongoing symptom relief measures, caregiver support, and end-of-life care.
Navigating the Patient-Physician Relationship With Pathological Liars
Exploring the pathophysiology of lying and the patients who lie.
How to Identify Smartphone and Internet Addiction
Smartphone addiction is increasingly recognized as a type of behavioral addiction, and recent research has identified criteria that help establish a diagnosis.
Assessing Accountable Care Organization Cost Savings
With continued evaluation and adaptation, ACOs promise to provide sustainable reform of healthcare costs and management for the future.
National Health Initiatives Threatened With Passing of Two Congressional Bills
Two recent acts of Congress pose serious threats to national infectious disease health initiatives.
Providing Optimal Care to Medicaid Patients Under the Affordable Care Act
Despite the increase in coverage under the ACA, data suggest Medicaid patients often had increased wait times for appointments to see healthcare providers.
Focus on Medical Device Safety Surveillance Proves Imperative
The development of new device technologies points to the need for new strategies to monitor their continuing safety and efficacy.
