Dr. Nancy L Childs M.D.
Neurologist | Neurology
1106 W Dittmar Rd Austin TX, 78745About
Dr. Nancy Childs is a distinguished Neurologist in Austin, TX. Dr. Childs specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system. With expertise in handling complex conditions like epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and migraines, Dr. Childs employs advanced techniques and personalized treatment plans to improve patient outcomes. As a neurologist, Dr. Childs is committed to staying abreast of the latest developments in neurological research and therapies.
Education and Training
University of Mississippi School of Medicine 1977
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Brief report: late improvement in consciousness after post-traumatic vegetative state.
- Accuracy of diagnosis of persistent vegetative state.
- Coma and vegetative states.
- Sinemet in locked-in syndrome.
- Misdiagnosing the persistent vegetative state. Misdiagnosis certainly occurs.
- Cerebrospinal fluid monoamine metabolites and glucose metabolism in posttraumatic aggression.
- Dystonia associated with sertraline.
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