In this issue of Medical Clinics of North America, guest editor Dr. James G. Greene brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Approach to Urgent Neurologic Problems for the Non-neurologist. Top experts cover the changing scope of neurologic care delivery, providing updates on newer therapeutic options for acute ischemic stroke, seizure, and other neurologic emergencies. Novel approaches to common urgent neurologic problems, such as dizziness and syncope are also addressed. Coverage also includes immunologic disorders impacting the CNS, including uses and complications of immunotherapeutic agents.

Contains 14 relevant, practice-oriented topics including initial management of neuromuscular emergencies; autoimmune encephalitis; concussion; secondary risk reduction after TIA and minor stroke; evaluation and management of acute loss of consciousness; and more. Provides in-depth clinical reviews on urgent neurologic problems for the non-neurologist offering actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.