Pediatric Neurology Briefs: Year in Review

John J Millichap1

  • 1Division of Neurology, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, IL; and Departments of Pediatrics and Neurology, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL.

Pediatric Neurology Briefs
|February 29, 2020
PubMed

Insights

Pediatric Neurology Briefs (PNB) provides continuing education in child neurology. It expedites the review of current scientific research and advances for professionals.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Neurology
  • Child Neurology Research
  • Medical Education

Background:

  • The mission of Pediatric Neurology Briefs (PNB) is to facilitate the review of current scientific research.
  • PNB serves as a continuing education service for professionals in child neurology and related fields.

Discussion:

  • PNB aims to expedite the dissemination of new findings in pediatric neurology.
  • The journal focuses on advances relevant to child neurology and associated disciplines.

Key Insights:

  • PNB prioritizes the efficient delivery of up-to-date scientific information.
  • The service is crucial for staying abreast of developments in pediatric neurology.

Outlook:

  • Continued commitment to accelerating the review of child neurology research.
  • Ongoing support for continuing medical education in the field.

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