Mayo Clinic Essential Neurology covers the full scope of neurology by combining a focused need-to-know format with core basics along with diagnosis and treatment guidelines. More than 75 color illustrations and numerous therapeutic tables help residents and clinicians diagnose, treat, and manage the most commonly encountered neurologic problems. Topics include: The neurologic examination Diagnostic tests Headache Spine and limb pain Dizziness Sensory loss and paresthesias Weakness Cognitive loss Spells Pain Cerebrovascular disease Movement disorders Immune and infectious diseases Neuro-oncology With coverage comprehensive enough for the practicing physician, the clear format also makes it the perfect introduction for medical students. A full-color guide to the essentials of neurology, this volume provides one of the most focused presentations in the field today.