MedBlog

Brain

Overcoming Therapy Resistant Depression

Imagine battling severe depression for decades with no treatment making a difference.

May 16, 2018

Brain

New migraine treatments that prevent, relieve pain

Dr. Friedman discusses advancements in migraine treatment, including magnetic and electrode stimulation.

Deborah Friedman, M.D.

April 19, 2018

Brain

Tightening the stroke treatment timeline: A plan for North Texas

From the 911 call to hospital intervention, high-quality stroke care relies on strategically budgeted time segments. Dr. Novakovic discusses stroke systems of care and why hospitals of all sizes are crucial to regional success.

Robin Novakovic, M.D.

March 12, 2018

Brain

Dr. Elizabeth Maher: Through the Lens of 2HG

Improving patient care through collaborative brain tumor research.

March 8, 2018

Brain

Dr. Joseph Takahashi: Circadian Revelations

Understanding the role of sleep behavior in relation to neurological disorders.

March 8, 2018

Brain

Dr. Madhukar Trivedi: The Depression Initiative

Revolutionizing treatment and early detection procedures for mood disorders.

March 8, 2018

Brain

Dr. Marc Diamond: On The Trail Of Tau

Gaining ground on the path to a cure for many Alzheimer and neurodegenerative diseases.

March 8, 2018

Brain

A blood test for concussion? Not exactly.

A new device approved by the FDA is being portrayed as a “concussion blood test,” but that’s not exactly the case. Discover the facts about the test and how it might be used to help identify more serious or complicated traumatic brain injuries – but not concussions.

February 26, 2018

Brain

Epilepsy surgery advancements can eliminate seizures, improve patients’ memories

Recent advancements have made epilepsy surgery safer and more effective. Dr. Lega discusses when physicians who care for patients with epilepsy should consider referring them for a surgical evaluation.

February 20, 2018

Brain

No surprises along the way

“I needed a heart valve replacement,” Scott says. “And I probably would have put it off if I didn’t need the hip replacement; I’m really glad I went ahead with it.”

February 16, 2018