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Removing colloid cysts endoscopically

Colloid cysts are rare and potentially deadly, but with special training, endoscopic resection can be done swiftly and easily.
[ Pankaj Gore, M.D., neurosurgeon, Providence Cranial Services ]

Treating diabetic neuropathy pain

Recent guidelines provide evidence-based recommendations on the best – and worst – pain medications.
[ Joshua Johnson, M.D., neurologist, Providence Newberg Medical Center ]

“Movement Disorders for the Non-Neurologist” This medical grand rounds presentation focuses on testing for Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders. [ Brooke Walter, M.D., neurologist, Providence Center for Parkinson’s Disease ]

Providence welcomes new specialists

Neurosurgeon Martin Baggenstos, M.D., and stroke neurologist Amandeep Kaur Dhillon, M.D., join Providence Brain Institute.

Focus on: Providence Acute Rehabilitation Center

Inpatient therapy serves people with new stroke; brain injury; Guillain-Barre syndrome; exacerbation of multiple sclerosis; and other brain, spinal cord or nerve injuries.
[ Molly Hoeflich, M.D., medical director, Providence Acute Rehabilitation Center ]

Telestroke continues to grow Providence Telestroke Network has expanded throughout the state. See an interactive map of locations and watch a video of a remote neurologic exam.

Foreign accent syndrome draws interest

Neurologist Ted Lowenkopf, M.D., medical director of Providence Stroke Center, appeared as a physician expert on “Today,” “Good Morning America,” NPR and other media outlets to talk about why an Oregon woman awoke from dental surgery speaking with a British accent. See other physician media appearances.

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