neurology

/njuə'rɔlədʤi/
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neurology

A doctor studies a brain scan in a neurology clinic.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The scientific study of the nervous system: Neurology is the branch of medical science concerned with the structure, function, and development of the nervous system (including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves).
    • The medical specialty dealing with disorders of the nervous system: Neurology is the branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats diseases affecting the nervous system.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • She decided to specialize in neurology after being fascinated by the complexity of the brain.
    • The hospital has a renowned department of neurology for treating conditions like epilepsy and stroke.
Advanced Usage
  • "Clinical neurology": The practical application of neurology in diagnosing and treating patients.
    • His research in clinical neurology focuses on new therapies for multiple sclerosis.
  • "Cognitive neurology": A subfield that studies the neural basis of cognitive processes like memory and language.
    • The conference will feature several talks on advances in cognitive neurology.
Variants and Related Words
  • Neurological (adj): Pertaining to neurology or the nervous system.
    • The patient underwent a series of neurological tests.
  • Neurologist (n): A medical doctor who specializes in neurology.
    • You should see a neurologist about those persistent headaches.
Synonyms
  • Neuroscience: The scientific study of the nervous system (often used in a broader, more research-oriented context than "neurology," which is typically clinical).
  • Nervous system medicine: A descriptive synonym for the medical specialty (less common).
Related Phrases
  • "Practice neurology": To work as a neurologist.
    • After her residency, she began to practice neurology at a city hospital.
  • "Advancements in neurology": Progress or new discoveries in the field.
    • The journal publishes articles on the latest advancements in neurology.
Related Idioms

(Note: There are no common idioms that use the specific word "neurology." Idioms related to the brain or mind, such as "pick someone's brain," are not direct idioms of the word "neurology.")

neurology

A doctor studies a brain scan in a neurology clinic.

Noun
  1. (neurology) the branch of medicine that deals with the nervous system and its disorders
  2. the branch of medical science that deals with the nervous system

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