Clinical – Neurology

Occupational and environmental exposures can cause acute and chronic effects on the central and peripheral nervous systems. The OEM physician has the skills and knowledge to evaluate, diagnose, and prevent exposure-related neurologic conditions and to facilitate the placement of workers with neurologic disorders.

1. Perform focused neurological and mental status examinations in the evaluation of occupational/ environmental injuries or illnesses.
2. When indicated, select and utilize the results of neurological and mental status examination procedures or consultations in the evaluation of occupational or environmental injuries or illnesses.

• Such studies may include magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, central nervous system (CNS) electrodiagnostic studies (e.g., electroencephalogram, evoked potentials), peripheral nerve electrophysiologic studies (e.g., nerve-conduction studies; electromyography), or neuropsychological batteries.