Description

Hailey Fitzgerald, a Physician Assistant at Global Neurosciences Institute, discusses her role in the diagnosis and treatment of Chiari malformation. She emphasizes the importance of patient-centered care.

The diagnostic process for Chiari malformation involves assessing symptoms, physical exams, and imaging studies. Treatment options range from conservative management to surgical interventions, depending on the severity of symptoms and the impact on the patient's quality of life. Fitzgerald also highlights the need for reliable information and comprehensive care that addresses the psychological and cognitive effects of Chiari.

This conversation explores topics related to Chiari malformation and its treatment such as:

• Patient-centered care and addressing the emotional toll are crucial in the diagnosis and treatment of Chiari.

• The diagnostic process for Chiari involves assessing symptoms, physical exams, and imaging studies.

• Treatment options for Chiari range from conservative management to surgical interventions, depending on the severity of symptoms and impact on quality of life.

• Comprehensive care should address the psychological and cognitive effects of Chiari. Surgery for Chiari malformation carries risks, and minimizing the need for surgery is preferred to avoid complications.

• Advancements in CSF flow measurement and patch materials have improved outcomes in Chiari malformation treatment.

• Conducting research in neurosurgery is challenging due to the difficulty of double-blind studies and the complexity of the procedures.

• Medical marijuana has shown promise in managing symptoms of Chiari malformation, particularly headaches.

• Healthcare providers should stay educated and seek expertise to provide the best care for patients with Chiari malformation.

• Collaboration between healthcare providers is crucial in identifying and managing Chiari patients.

• Chiropractors should be aware of diagnostic clues and consider imaging before manipulation in patients with Chiari malformation.

• Open communication and collaboration between healthcare providers leads to better patient outcomes.

• Identifying non-MSK conditions, such as Chiari malformation, is important for chiropractors to provide appropriate care.

• Advancements in research and education are improving the understanding and treatment of Chiari.

• Taking a holistic approach to patient care, considering both physical and mental health, is essential in managing Chiari.

• Building bridges across professional boundaries can enhance knowledge and improve patient care.

Chapters

03:04 Hailey Fitzgerald's Path to Global Neurosciences Institute

04:08 Conditions Treated at Global Neurosciences Institute

05:53 Role of Physician Assistants at GNI

07:20 Challenges and Rewards of Patient Care

09:33 Addressing the Emotional Toll of Patient Care

11:41 Importance of Communication and Patient-Centered Care

13:09 Diagnostic Process for Chiari Malformation

16:19 Understanding Chiari Malformation and QR Malformation

20:46 Treatment Options for Chiari Malformation

25:17 Importance of Function and Quality of Life in Treatment

28:42 Addressing Psychological and Cognitive Effects of Chiari

31:42 Impact of Chiari on Patients and Families

35:15 Importance of Providing Reliable Information

36:25 Treatment Options for Asymptomatic Chiari

39:25 Controversy in Surgical Interventions for Chiari

41:00 Risks and Complications of Surgery

42:23 Advancements in CSF Flow Measurement and Patch Materials

43:20 Challenges in Conducting Research in Neurosurgery

44:19 Exploring Medical Marijuana as a Treatment Option

45:36 The Importance of Staying Educated and Seeking Expertise

46:49 Collaboration between Healthcare Providers

48:35 Diagnostic Clues for Chiropractors

50:31 Importance of Open Communication and Collaboration

52:29 The Value of Identifying Non-Musculoskeletal Conditions

55:01 Advancements in Research and Education

56:27 Taking a Holistic Approach to Patient Care

57:40 Building Bridges Across Professional Boundaries