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Chapter 1

The neurologic method

Master the neurologic exam. In this chapter, you'll learn a step-by-step process that will help you localize disease and define a stellar differential diagnosis.
9 Lessons
41m 35s
The neurologic method intro
33s
Examining top to bottom
8m 12s
Tuning in to the fine details
3m 31s
Getting a head start—the cranial nerves
6m 16s
Examining motor and cerebellar functions
5m 9s
Assessing reflexes
7m 17s
Evaluating sensation
7m 3s
Observing gait and station
3m 34s
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Chapter 2

The cerebral hemispheres

In this chapter, learn about the division of function among the cerebral hemispheres, and glean clinical pearls for localizing pathologies that you’re likely to see in your clinic.
7 Lessons
26m 54s
The cerebral hemispheres intro
30s
Localization in the frontal lobes
3m 56s
Recognizing disorders of the temporal lobes
4m 36s
Identifying disorders of the parietal lobes
4m 4s
Pinpointing lesions to the occipital lobes
5m 3s
Assessing cerebral circulation dysfunction
8m 45s
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Chapter 3

The cerebellum and basal ganglia

Dive deep into the cerebellum and basal ganglia. You’ll review clinicoanatomic correlations so you can recognize signs of motor control dysfunction stemming from this region.
7 Lessons
25m 26s
The cerebellum and basal ganglia intro
43s
Recognizing dysfunctions of the cerebellum
5m 27s
Appreciating the ins and outs of the cerebellum
2m 28s
Identifying common cerebellar afflictions
6m 53s
Appreciating the extrapyramidal system
5m 11s
Identifying extrapyramidal disorders
4m 44s
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Chapter 4

The brainstem

Cover important anatomical relationships in the brainstem and the cranial nerves. Learn about common disorders affecting the region and how these manifest in the neurological exam.
11 Lessons
1h 4m 35s
The brainstem intro
43s
Mastering the pons and medulla
9m 3s
Revealing the mysteries of the midbrain
3m 29s
Evaluating the function of cranial nerves I and II
9m 14s
Examining extraocular movements
7m 19s
Recognizing dysconjugate gaze
4m 9s
Assessing cranial nerve V
7m 36s
Appreciating the relationship between cranial nerves VII and VIII
12m 32s
Examining cranial nerves IX and X
6m 12s
Testing cranial nerves XI and XII
4m 18s
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Chapter 5

The spinal cord

Diagnose key spinal cord syndromes and locate lesions. Here, you’ll review the anatomy of the spinal cord so you can recognize and localize a spinal cord pathology.
8 Lessons
34m 53s
The spinal cord intro
40s
Mastering spinal cord anatomy
6m 39s
Organizing by tracts and levels
6m 22s
Identifying the spinal cord level
5m 34s
Localizing lesions
5m 7s
Recognizing key spinal cord syndromes
5m 39s
Unlocking the secrets of circulation
4m 52s
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Chapter 6

The peripheral nervous system

Recognize and locate a peripheral nervous system (PNS) disorder. In this last chapter, we cover the examination process, localizing the lesion, and differential diagnoses.
10 Lessons
45m 18s
The peripheral nervous system intro
36s
Reviewing the peripheral nervous system
3m 40s
Diagnosing peripheral neuropathy
5m 21s
Identifying damage of nerve roots and plexuses
8m 10s
Performing an upper extremity exam
7m 1s
Performing a lower extremity exam
6m 48s
Recognizing common peripheral neuropathies
8m 8s
Recognizing abnormalities of the neuromuscular junction
4m 27s
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Clinical Neurology Essentials outro
1m 7s
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Robert Coni, DO EdS
Robert is Neurohospitalist, Medical Director, and Coordinator at the Grand Strand Medical Center, and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of South Carolina.
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