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Migraine is a complex neurological disorder that is characterized by a complex neurobiology, clinical features that may overlap with over 300 causes of headache, and an association with major medical illnesses and comorbid diseases. This books draws upon the authors' vast clinical experience and exhaustive knowledge of the science of migraine and the practice of headache medicine and provides this knowledge in a comprehensive yet digestible format. While migraine is often a subject in other textbooks on headache, it is the sole focus of this volume. The authors provide an up-to-date overview of the evidence base and combine this with their experience and expertise to help practitioners make informed treatment decisions. This book also provides a glimpse into the future describing new treatment modalities, including neurostimulation technologies and biologics that are emerging as potentially valuable treatment options. The authors also deal extensively with the unique and complex management of migraine in women throughout the reproductive life cycle. For those looking for a practical, insightful, and in-depth review on the subject of migraine, there is no other option.

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This is the most up to date text on all things related to migraine authored by 2 of the most renowned experts in the field. The authors review all aspects of migraine from pathophysiology, diagnosis to new treatment modalities and supply a plethora of references. The genetics section is one of the most comprehensive reviews I've seen. If you treat patients with migraine this book needs to be in your library. --<em>Lawrence Newman, MD, Professor of Neurology Icahn School of Medicine, Director, The Headache Institute, Mount Sinai-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY</em> Drs David Dodick and Stephen Silberstein, two of the giants in Headache Medicine, have provided a definitive and bravura textbook of Migraine. This text, brilliantly readable and impeccably referenced with close to 2,000 references, will be the standard reference for care providers at any level and in any practice setting for every fact, classification, nuance, and advice on every aspect of migraine, including subtypes, comorbidity, pathophysiology, treatment, hormonal issues, and even neuromodulation. --<em>Stewart J. Tepper, MD, FAHS, Professor of Medicine (Neurology), Cleveland Clinic Lerner</em> <em>College of Medicine, Cleveland, OH</em> In recent years, Migraine, one of the most common disorders for which patients seek medical care, has experienced increases in our understanding and treatment. Thus, a fresh authoritative Migraine text, edited by two of the world's most recognized migraine thought leaders, Drs David Dodick and Steve Silberstein, along with a group of leading experts, is most welcomed. Not only are the standard diagnosis and drug treatment chapters excellently discussed, but less frequently covered topics such as genetics, non-pharmacological treatment, and neuro-modulation are included. This book will be of value to a broad spectrum of physicians including trainees, generalists who see headache patients, and even experts in the field. I strongly recommend it. --<em>Robert B. Daroff, M.D., Professor and Chair Emeritus, Department of Neurology, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH; and</em> <em>Past-President, American Headache Society</em> [A]n excellent read not only for neurologists, but all clinicians that may come in contact with migraine sufferers. It may serve as a useful introduction, one can return to time and time again, when looking for further understanding of the condition, making it an excellent resource for trainees, as well as experienced clinicians in the field. -<em>The Australian Pain Society Newsletter</em>

This is the most up to date text on all things related to migraine authored by 2 of the most renowned experts in the field. The authors review all aspects of migraine from pathophysiology, diagnosis to new treatment modalities and supply a plethora of references. The genetics section is one of the most comprehensive reviews I've seen. If you treat patients with migraine this book needs to be in your library. --Lawrence Newman, MD, Professor of Neurology Icahn School of Medicine, Director, The Headache Institute, Mount Sinai-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY Drs David Dodick and Stephen Silberstein, two of the giants in Headache Medicine, have provided a definitive and bravura textbook of Migraine. This text, brilliantly readable and impeccably referenced with close to 2,000 references, will be the standard reference for care providers at any level and in any practice setting for every fact, classification, nuance, and advice on every aspect of migraine, including subtypes, comorbidity, pathophysiology, treatment, hormonal issues, and even neuromodulation. --Stewart J. Tepper, MD, FAHS, Professor of Medicine (Neurology), Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Cleveland, OH In recent years, Migraine, one of the most common disorders for which patients seek medical care, has experienced increases in our understanding and treatment. Thus, a fresh authoritative Migraine text, edited by two of the world's most recognized migraine thought leaders, Drs David Dodick and Steve Silberstein, along with a group of leading experts, is most welcomed. Not only are the standard diagnosis and drug treatment chapters excellently discussed, but less frequently covered topics such as genetics, non-pharmacological treatment, and neuro-modulation are included. This book will be of value to a broad spectrum of physicians including trainees, generalists who see headache patients, and even experts in the field. I strongly recommend it. --Robert B. Daroff, M.D., Professor and Chair Emeritus, Department of Neurology, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH; and Past-President, American Headache Society

An excellent read not only for neurologists, but all clinicians that may come in contact with migraine sufferers. It may serve as a useful introduction, one can return to time and time again. * Christin Bird, The Australian Pain Society Newsletter *

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David W. Dodick: Professor of Neurology Mayo Clinic in Phoenix Arizona, Director Headache Division, Director Sport Neurology Division, Director Neurology Residency Program, Director Headache Fellowship Program, President-Elect International Headache Society, Chair American Migraine Foundation, Past-President American Headache Society, Editor-in-Chief, Cephalalgia (official journal of the International Headache Society) Stephen Silberstein: Dr. Michael Silverstein is the Director of the Division of General Pediatrics and an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at BUSM, as well as the Vice Chairman for Research for the Department of Pediatrics. He attended Harvard University and Harvard Medical School and completed his medical training at the University of Washington, where he also did his fellowship in the Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholars Program. He joined the Boston University faculty in 2004.

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