Neurology Today in 5

Small fiber neuropathy, Dr. Merit Cudkowicz, work-life balance for families of neurologists

Neurology Today in 5

Show Notes

In this episode, editor in chief Joseph E. Safdieh, MD, FAAN, highlights articles about whether small fiber neuropathy is an autoimmune disorder; Merit Cudkowicz, MD, MSc, FAAN, recipient of this year's AAN Lifetime Achievement Award for Clinically Relevant Research; and how neurologist couples pursue work-life balance.

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