Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric neurology references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Neurology: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between pediatricians. Dr. Daniel Licht and Dr. Nicole R. Ryan have designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric neurology. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric neurology with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion. Some of the questions that are answered: When should I consider head imaging in a child with headache? CT or MRI? What is the acute management after a concussion? When can a child return to school and sports? What are the important things to consider when you see a child with the complaint of vision changes? Are there any diet changes or vitamins that may help a child with epilepsy? What are the signs of a stroke in a child? Are there other conditions that can present like a stroke? What are common causes of acute ataxia? What are the neurodevelopmental disorders leading to language delay and what work-up is needed? What are the Causes of Guillain-Barré Syndrome, How Often Does It Occur, and How Do You Treat It? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Neurology: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, family practitioners, and pediatric residents will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric neurology references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Neurology: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a curbside consultation between pediatricians. Dr. Daniel Licht and Dr. Nicole R. Ryan have designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric neurology. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric neurology with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion. Some of the questions that are answered: Are there any lifestyle changes that can help my child's migraines? Can my child die from a seizure? When can my child return to school and sports following a concussion? How do I distinguish weakness from ataxia? What are the most important components of the exam in evaluating a hypotonic baby? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Neurology: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, family practitioners, and pediatric residents will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric sleep disorder references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Sleep Disorders: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between pediatricians. Dr. Aaron Chidekel has designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric sleep disorders. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric sleep disorders with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion. Some of the questions that are answered: Why do we sleep and what is happening when children sleep? How does sleep change from infancy to adulthood? What are the latest recommendations for safe infant sleep and the prevention of SIDS? What are some pearls or strategies to manage or even better, to prevent behavioral sleep disorders in young children? What is obstructive sleep apnea syndrome? What is narcolepsy and do children actually develop this condition? Which of my patients should have a polysomnogram? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Sleep Disorders: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, family practitioners, and pediatric residents will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric ophthalmology references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Ophthalmology: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between pediatricians. Dr. Rudolph Wagner has designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric ophthalmology. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric ophthalmology with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion. Some of the questions that are answered: • How do I make the diagnosis of amblyopia? • How can I differentiate a true strabismus from a pseudo-strabismus? • How do I diagnose and treat corneal abrasions? Does patching remain an important component of therapy? • What is naso-lacrimal duct obstruction? How is it managed? When should I refer these children? • How can I determine if a “red eye” is caused by a bacterial infection, viral infection or an allergic reaction? How are they managed? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Ophthalmology: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, nurse practitioners, emergency room physicians, physician assistants and family practitioners will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.

Curbside Consultation in Neuro-Ophthalmology has been updated into a Second Edition! The Second Edition contains new questions and is completely updated! Curbside Consultation in Neuro-Ophthalmology: 49 Clinical Questions, Second Edition contains new questions and brief, practical, evidence-based answers to the most frequently asked questions that are posed during a “curbside consultation” between surgical colleagues. Dr. Andrew G. Lee and associate editors Dr. Paul W. Brazis and Dr. Lanning B. Kline have designed this unique reference in which neuro-ophthalmologists offer expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with neuro-ophthalmology. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to neuro-ophthalmology with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Images, diagrams, and references are included to enhance the text and to illustrate common clinical dilemmas. Some of the questions that are answered inside theSecond Editioninclude: What is the evaluation for papilledema? What is the work up for third nerve palsy? What is the treatment for giant cell arteritis? What is the evaluation for optic disc edema with a macular star? What is the evaluation for anisocoria? Curbside Consultation in Neuro-Ophthalmology: 49 Clinical Questions, Second Edition provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert pearls that even high-volume ophthalmologists will appreciate. Residents, fellows, and practicing physicians alike will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.

Curbside Consultation in Oculoplastics has been updated into a Second Edition! The Second Edition contains new questions and is completely updated! Curbside Consultation in Oculoplastics: 49 Clinical Questions, Second Edition contains new questions and brief, practical, evidence-based answers to the most frequently asked questions that are posed during a “curbside consultation” between surgical colleagues. Dr. Robert C. Kersten and Dr. Timothy J. McCulley have designed this unique reference in which oculoplastic specialists offer expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with ocuplastics. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to oculoplastics with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Images, diagrams, and references are included to enhance the text and to illustrate common clinical dilemmas. Some of the questions that are answered inside theSecond Editioninclude: What lasers do you prefer for facial resurfacing? When do you worry that an eyelid growth is malignant? What are the general treatment guidelines for graves ophthalmopathy? How do I know when to order and MRI or CT? What is the best approach to manage trichiasis? How do I decide whether to perform an enucleation or an evisceration? Curbside Consultation in Oculoplastics: 49 Clinical Questions, Second Edition provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert pearls that even high-volume ophthalmologists will appreciate. Residents, fellows, and practicing physicians alike will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.

This selection of carefully chosen chapters from the prestigious Handbook of Clinical Health Psychology focus on the more practical issues that are of particular relevance to the busy practitioner. It is a well-referenced but practical resource, which provides an authoritative, up-to-date guide to empirically validated psychological interventions in health care. Informative and practical: a guide to action An authoritative, critical and evidence based synthesis of knowledge that will guide best practice Easy-to-use format intended for practitioners who want to ensure their practice is state-of-the-art