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Brain Fog After COVID: When to See a Neurologist

The COVID-19 pandemic changed millions of lives, but for many people in New York City, the effects didn’t end after testing negative. Months later, patients continue to experience persistent neurological symptoms such as memory problems, difficulty concentrating, fatigue, dizziness, and mental confusion commonly known as “brain fog.” If you’ve been feeling mentally slower, forgetful, or […]

Can a Minor Car Accident Cause Long-Term Brain Problems?

Many people walk away from a minor car accident believing they are completely fine, especially if there are no visible injuries. However, even low-speed collisions can sometimes cause hidden neurological injuries that may lead to long-term brain-related symptoms if left untreated. At Medical Clinics of NYC, our experienced neurological specialists frequently treat patients who develop […]

Best Neurologist Group in NYC: How to Know You’re Choosing the Right One

When people search for a neurologist, they are often dealing with symptoms that are frustrating, confusing, and sometimes frightening. Maybe it started with constant headaches.Maybe it’s dizziness that won’t go away.Maybe you’re forgetting things more often, struggling with brain fog, or recovering from a car accident. Neurological symptoms can affect every part of daily life, […]

Memory Loss vs Normal Aging: When to See a Neurologist

Forgetting a name, misplacing your phone, or needing a reminder now and then is something almost everyone experiences with age. These small lapses are often harmless. However, not all memory changes are part of normal aging and knowing the difference can be critical for long-term brain health. At Medical Clinics of NYC, our neurology team […]

Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s May Begin Long Before Symptoms Appear

Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease are often viewed as completely different neurological conditions. However, new research suggests they may share something critical in common: a hidden early stage that begins years before symptoms appear. This early, symptom-free phase could be the most important opportunity for prevention, risk reduction, and early intervention before irreversible brain damage […]

Early Signs of ADHD in Children: What NYC Parents Should Look For | ADHD Experts

Raising a child in a fast-moving city like New York comes with its own challenges, busy schedules, overstimulating environments, and constant demands on attention. So when a child struggles to focus, sit still, or follow instructions, many parents wonder: “Is this typical childhood behavior… or could it be ADHD?” Understanding the early signs of ADHD […]

A Tiny Peptide With Big Promise: A Breakthrough in Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) remains one of the most complex and difficult conditions to treat in modern neurology. From car accidents and falls to sports injuries and workplace incidents, TBIs affect millions of people worldwide every year, often leaving patients with long-term cognitive, motor, and memory challenges. Now, groundbreaking research has uncovered a tiny peptide […]

Ophthalmic Complications Associated With the Antidiabetic Drugs Semaglutide and Tirzepatide

Nearly 2% of the US population received a prescription for semaglutide in 2023. There has been a recent concern that this drug and other similar medications may be associated with ophthalmic complications. To report ophthalmic complications associated with the use of semaglutide or tirzepatide. This was a retrospective case series. All patients were initially seen […]

Anthos Stroke Drug Appears Safer Than Common Blood Thinner in Mid-stage Trial

An investigational drug aimed at preventing strokes significantly reduced the risk of bleeding compared with a commonly used blood thinner for stroke prevention, showing potential to be a safer alternative for patients. Among patients with atrial fibrillation, an abnormal heart rhythm that increases the risk of stroke, abelacimab, developed by Anthos Therapeutics, cut the overall […]

New MRI Study Reveals How Cannabis Alters Brain Activity and Weakens Memory

A massive new study sheds light on how cannabis affects the brain, particularly during cognitive tasks. Researchers analyzed over 1,000 young adults and found that both heavy lifetime use and recent cannabis consumption significantly reduced brain activity during working memory tasks. This impairment was linked to worse performance on tasks requiring focus, problem-solving, and instruction-following. Brain imaging […]

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