Who Do I Call?: Newer Models of Neurologic Care Delivery in a Resource-Limited Age?

Abstract

The demand for neurologic consultation has continued to outpace the number of neurologists available to complete in-person evaluations. As a result, different modalities have been employed to address this ever-growing need. Some of these solutions utilize communication between the referring provider and specialist via telephone consultations or electronic consultations, while others continue to utilize face-to-face interactions, either virtually with video visits, or with traditional in-person evaluations. This article outlines some of the advantages and disadvantages of each format while also providing a few examples of questions that may be answered with each type of consult.