Monday, May 7th 2012
When Alzheimer's is suspected or has been diagnosed, both patient and family may have questions for their health care provider. Vitals.com offers a list of questions that patients and caregivers may wish to discuss with their doctor. View full resource
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Alzheimer's Disease
Tuesday, May 1st 2012
Multiple sclerosis is a disease in which the central nervous system in the body breaks down and degenerates. It affects nearly 350,000 Americans. Vitals.com offers an overview of multiple sclerosis with symptoms, frequently performed diagnostic testing procedures,... View full resource and treatment options.
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Multiple Sclerosis
A number of physicians may be involved in the diagnosis and treatment of multiple sclerosis patients. Vitals.com offers a list of physicians who can help make this diagnosis and who may be called upon for assistance in the treatment of multiple sclerosis. View full resource
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Multiple Sclerosis
Patients diagnosed with multiple sclerosis often have a number of questions about their diagnosis, symptoms, treatments, and what they can expect in the future. Vitals.com offers a list of commonly asked questions about multiple sclerosis that patients may wish... View full resource to use as a discussion guide with their physician about multiple sclerosis issues.
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Multiple Sclerosis
A number of medications may be recommended to control the symptoms of multiple sclerosis. Vitals.com offers a list of commonly prescribed multiple sclerosis treatments and gives an explanation as to how each medication works within the body. View full resource
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Multiple Sclerosis
Thursday, April 26th 2012
Epilepsy is a condition in which there is abnormal electrical activity in the brain that causes seizures. Vitals.com offers an overview of epilepsy and seizures that includes information on causes, symptoms, and treatments. View full resource
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Epilepsy
When symptoms of epilepsy are first noted, it is often a general practitioner or pediatrician who recommends additional testing and treatment by a neurological specialist. Vitals.com offers a look at various health care professionals who may be involved in epilepsy... View full resource diagnosis and treatment.
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Epilepsy
When meeting with a neurologist to discuss epilepsy, it is natural to be nervous. Vitals.com offers information about a typical first meeting and offers tips for how you can prepare for your visit. View full resource
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Epilepsy
Patients and caregivers often have a number of questions about epilepsy and the treatment of this disorder. Vitals.com offers a list of questions that you can use to start a discussion with your health care provider about epilepsy. View full resource
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Epilepsy
When epilepsy is suspected, a number of diagnostic tests may be performed to confirm or rule out this condition. Vitals.com offers an overview of the most common tests used in the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy. View full resource
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Epilepsy
Epilepsy may be treated with medication or surgery. Vitals.com offers an overview of the most commonly prescribed medications and surgical procedures performed in the treatment of epilepsy. View full resource
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Epilepsy
Wednesday, April 25th 2012
Dementia is most often caused by Alzheimer's Disease. Vitals.com offers a patient education guide for Alzheimer's patients and their family and caregivers. Learn symptoms, testing procedures, common questions, and even treatment information regarding dementia and... View full resource Alzheimer's.
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Alzheimer's Disease
A number of medications are sometimes used to help control dementia associated with Alzheimer's Disease. Vitals.com offers a list of these common Alzheimer's meds and explains how they work within the body. View full resource
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Alzheimer's Disease
Wednesday, April 18th 2012
Vitals.com offers a patient guide for those who may be suffering from migraines. If you or someone you know suffers from the debilitating pain of migraine headaches, check out Vitals patient guide. Learn about migraine symptoms, triggers, medications, and even... View full resource preventative medications.
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Headaches
A severe headache doesn't always prove to be a migraine. Vitals.com offers information in their Migraine Patient Guide regarding the different diagnostic tests that a physician may order to determine whether a patient is truly suffering from migraines. View full resource
Dr Joe Safdieh's Folders: Headaches
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