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The
program provides extensive experience in one or more of the following
subdivisions of clinical neurophysiology: electroencephalography, evoked
potential studies, motor and sensory nerve conduction studies, diagnostic
electromyography, single-fiber electromyography, electrodiagnostic movement
disorder assessment, testing of motor and sensory reflexes, polysomnography,
and testing of the autonomic functions.
Hands on experience is provided in the performance and interpretation
of various electrodiagnostic tests. In addition, weekly didactic teaching
conferences are held by each of the two groups. The fellows are encouraged
to present and discuss interesting or complicated cases. All CN trainees
are required to participate in weekly lectures emphasizing basic and clinical
aspects of electrophysiology. A team of 17 highly experienced faculty
members, most of whom have obtained Added Qualification in Clinical Neurophysiology,
participate in this training program. The CN training program at Johns
Hopkins School of Medicine has received formal accreditation from the
Residency Review Committee for Neurology, and completion of one year of
training in CN meets the requirements for taking the examination for Added
Qualification in Clinical Neurophysiology given by the ABPN.
The CN fellows are assigned to one of two groups: (1) The EMG Group headed
by Dr. David Cornblath, and (2) the Epilepsy/EEG group, headed by Dr.
Gregory Bergey.
The CN fellow is involved in the evaluation and management of neuromuscular disorders. Training is provided in the following procedures: motor and sensory nerve conduction studies, diagnostic electromyography, single-fiber electromyography, electrodiagnostic movement disorder assessment, and testing of motor and sensory reflexes and the autonomic functions. Optional opportunity is given to train in evoked potential studies, intraoperative monitoring, and polysomnography procedures. Additionally, the CN fellow has opportunity to learn nerve and muscle histopathology and takes part in ongoing clinical research projects including clinical trials and electrophysiology-related research questions.
The CN fellow is involved in the clinical evaluation and management of seizure disorders. Extensive training is provided in electroencephalography and review of EEG and video records of patients admitted to the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. Facilities include a four bed microprocessor based EEG/video monitoring unit, linked to an active epilepsy surgery program, a 2000 record per year EEG laboratory and outpatient adult and pediatric epilepsy clinics. Optional opportunity is given to train in evoked potential studies, intraoperative monitoring, and polysomnography procedures. Members of the Center participate in a variety of ongoing research studies, including studies in cognitive neuropsychology, the neurophysiology of the central nervous system and clinical trials.
Vinay Chaudhry, MD
5072A, The Johns Hopkins Outpatient Ctr
601 N. Carloine Street
Baltimore, MD 21287
tele: 410-955-9167
Fax: 410-614-8377
e-mail: vchaudh@jhmi.edu
