With the nerves in his face essentially dead, Conner's neurosurgeon referred him to Wes Heckman, MD, a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Over the next couple of years, Conner underwent a series of complex reconstructive surgeries.
In recent years, you may have heard of Alzheimer’s disease being referred to as Type 3 diabetes. So, is Alzheimer’s a form of diabetes, and what exactly does this mean?
Question: What is the difference between forgetfulness, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease? Answered by Daniel Murman, MD, Nebraska Medicine neurologist.
A stroke threatened to rob 86-year-old Pauline Johnson of her independence. However, quick treatment and a determined spirit have helped the Kearney, Nebraska, resident return to her home and routine.
A meningioma is a central nervous system tumor, or brain tumor, originating from the meninges, the covering of the brain and spinal cord called dura. Meningiomas make up 41% of newly diagnosed brain tumors, and of those, the majority are benign.
Early in her career, neurosurgeon Aviva Abosch, MD, PhD, began receiving surprising feedback from Parkinson’s patients on whom she had operated. “They would come back to my clinic and say, ‘Thanks for your help with my tremor, but I really want to thank you for helping my sleep.'"
Interest in Ozempic® and Wegovy® has skyrocketed as the drugs have helped people lose weight. However, there is increasing evidence their benefits aren’t limited to weight loss.
Question: Hello, I’m 14 years old and vaped for a year and a half. I recently quit because I heard vaping can cause brain damage and memory loss. Is this true? If so, is it possible for my memory and brain function to improve if I never vape again, start eating better and get fresh air? Answered by medical toxicologist Anthony J. Scalzo, MD, FACMT, FAAP, FAACT, AAN.
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