Red Flags in Headache

1.0 continuing education credit

Course Description

Red flags in headache: An overview of the causes of secondary headache, what to ask, when to refer, and additional testing considerations

Learning Objectives:

  • Distinguish between primary and secondary headache disorders.
  • Identify red flags in headache diagnosis.
  • List common tests to evaluate for red flags.

Presenter Bio

Dr. Ashhar Ali is a neurologist in Detroit, Michigan. He received his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and has been in practice between 11-20 years. Dr. Ashhar Ali has expertise in treating sleep apnea, neck pain and spine problems, dementia, among other conditions.
Specialties:
Neurology
Board Certifications:
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology – Neurology
Education:
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic M, MI, 2012
Residencies & Internships:
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Neurology, OH, 2016
Fellowship:
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Headache Medicine, OH, 2017
Awards & Honors:
Wayne State University School of Medicine Excellence in Teaching, 2017-2018

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Quiz - Red Flags in Headache


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A 50 year old patient with new onset headaches does not need additional testing.

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CT scans of the head are preferred over MRI of the brain in non-emergent evaluations of headache.

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Which of the following clinical findings warrants additional testing?

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