Ultimate Review for the Neurology Boards / Edition 3

by Alexander D. Rae-Grant MD, Seby John MD, John Morren MD, Hubert Fernandez MD

Overview

Now in its third edition, Ultimate Review for the Neurology Boards is the definitive study guide for anyone preparing for the neurology board exam, RITE, or MOC exam. Compiled by nearly two dozen contributors and edited by four leading neurologists from the Cleveland Clinic, this comprehensive point form review presents thelatest research, data, and knowledge on all aspects of neurology that you need to know to succeed on these exams.

The book is organized into five sections for easy access and concludes with a practice test. The first section covers basic neurosciences, including neurochemistry, clinical neuroanatomy, andgenetics. The next section discusses clinical neurology, with chapters devoted to the major diseases and disorders including stroke, head trauma, dementia,epilepsy, and movement disorders, among others. In the third section, NCS, EMG, EEG, evoked potentials, and sleep neurology are covered, with images to enhance understanding of fundamental neurophysiologic techniques. After a dedicated chapter on pediatric neurology, the final section contains nine chapters on subspecialties, including neurorehabilitation, adult and child psychiatry, neurourology, neuro-oncology, and more.

Each chapter has been fully reviewed, revised, and updated to reflect current knowledge and practice and presents the information in an outline format, ideal for test preparation. Crucial topics and high-yield data are highlighted in bold or italic for maximal retention. With several new features, such assuggested readings and a cheat sheet at the end of each chapter, this third edition of Ultimate Review for the Neurology Boards is essential reading for anyone taking the neurology boards or MOC exam.

The Revised Third Edition Features:

• A completely revised and expanded practice test with all new questions
• NB (nota bene) items, which highlight key points to remember for the exams
• A "Cheat Sheet" in each chapter, with quick pearls, mnemonics, and definitions
• Suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781620700815
Publisher:	Springer Publishing Company
Publication date:	06/13/2016
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	672
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.90(h) x 1.50(d)

About the Author

Alexander D. Rae-Grant, MD Staff, Department of Neurology, Neurological Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Director, Center for Continuing Education, Cleveland Clinic, Jane and Lee Seidman Chair for Advanced Neurological Education, Cleveland, OH.

Seby John, MD, Staff, Cerebrovascular Center, Neurological Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH

John Morren, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine (Neurology), Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University; Staff, Neuromuscular Center, Neurological Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH

Dr. Hubert H. Fernandez, MD, Professor of Medicine (Neurology), Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Head of Movement Disorders, Center for Neurological Restoration, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH

Table of Contents

Contributors

Preface

Acknowledgments

INTRODUCTION: PREPARING FOR YOUR BOARDS

I. How to Use This Book

II. Preparing for Your Board Examination

BASIC NEUROSCIENCES

1. Neurochemistry/Pharmacology

2. Neurogenetics

3. Neurohistology, Embryology, and Developmental Disorders

4. Clinical Neuroanatomy

CLINICAL NEUROLOGY

5. Stroke

6. Head Trauma

7. Neurocritical Care

8. Dementia

9. Headache Syndromes

10. Neuromuscular Disorders

11. Epilepsy and Related Disorders

12. Movement Disorders

13. Demyelinating Disorders

14. Infections of the Nervous System

15. Neurotoxicology and Nutritional Disorders

16. Sleep and Sleep Disorders

NEUROPHYSIOLOGY

17. Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) and Electromyography (EMG)

18. Electroencephalography (EEG)

19. Evoked Potentials

20. Sleep Neurology

PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGY

21. Pediatric Neurology

SUBSPECIALTIES

22. Neurourology

23. Neuro-ophthalmology

24. Neuro-otology

25. Neurorehabilitation

26. Neuroendocrinology

27. Neuro-oncology and Transplant Neurology

28. Adult Psychiatry

29. Child Psychiatry

30. Neurobehavior and Neuropsychology

50 Practice Questions With Answers

Index