Neurocritical Care Society

10/29/2025

We've selected 3 Currents articles for you to read today on World Stroke Day. Take 5-10 minutes to read perspectives from colleagues and learn something new.
1️⃣ When the Algorithm (And Education) Aren’t Enough: Clinical Judgment in the Neuro ICU - https://bit.ly/4mmmNEe
2️⃣ Virtual Reality for Neurorehabilitation: Mechanisms, Modalities, and Clinical Applications - https://bit.ly/457BPaL
3️⃣ Embolization of the Middle Meningeal Artery for Subdural Hematoma - https://bit.ly/3WXZIfT

Imagine you are a stroke clinician on call alone at night. Your pager goes off.  Somehow, the jarring ringtone never fails to startle you. Code stroke. You sit bolt upright and quickly walk to the ER. You rush to get a NIHSS score between triage and the CT scanner. It’s at least a 21 for a left M...

10/27/2025

In this episode of POCUS Bytes, Dr. Diana Alsbrook reviews POCUS parasternal long axis view pathology.

Tags: neurocritical care, pocus, critical care medicine, point of care ultrasound

10/27/2025

Catch up on the latest NCS podcast episodes wherever you listen to podcasts to hear the latest scientific findings, perspectives from experts in the field and conversations on hot topics in ncc: https://bit.ly/4gU1tCr

10/26/2025

Gain hands-on experience demonstrating the recommended evaluation for determining brain death, learn communication approaches for family and more in NCS' Brain Death Determination Course. Register for an upcoming course today: https://t.co/sKMrAd7W6U https://t.co/17Zwc6iYiV

10/25/2025

NCS endorses the Cleveland Clinic's Future of Stroke Care: Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases Conference. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nEzOJV

10/24/2025

A four-wheeler accident left Ray with severe TBI, on a ventilator and a cooling system, but after several weeks, he was able to begin his journey to recovery. Ray scored a 3 on the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) and was a participant in a University of Miami study, Electrophysiologic Biomarkers of Consciousness Recovery After Acute Brain Injury. Read his Story of Hope on Currents: https://bit.ly/41t5I3u

10/24/2025

An NCS membership helps you stay current with the latest science, guidelines and practice tools. Members access the Neurocritical Care journal, contribute to guidelines, discounts on education and online communities of colleagues. Renew or join by Dec. 31 to access benefits through 2026: https://bit.ly/4lLoxGu

10/23/2025

Join the NCS Pharmacy Section for tomorrow! Catch up on the latest findings and join the discussion with colleagues.

Log in to your NCS account to access the articles and Zoom link: https://bit.ly/49gQBhG

10/23/2025

Are you studying for the UCNS Neurocritical Care Certification exam this November? The NCS Board Review Question Bank can help you prepare with questions based on UCNS blueprints. This study resource includes:
1️⃣ 200 high-yield questions & practice tests
2️⃣ Immediate feedback
3️⃣ Extended access through Nov. 2026

Purchase access now: https://bit.ly/42N3uMw

10/22/2025

Ready to awaken hope with us? World Coma Day is an all-day global online event featuring stories of remarkable recovery, scientific talks and shout-out videos to spread awareness. Participation is free, but your voice and donations can make all the difference in advancing our mission.

10/22/2025

In this study, patients with symptomatic chronic SDH had a lower incidence of treatment failure when randomized to endovascular MMA embolization using Squid, without an increased incidence of peri-procedural complications. Read the latest news article by Preethi Ramchand: https://currents.neurocriticalcare.org/NCS-News/Article/antibiotic-treatment-for-7-versus-14-days-in-patients-with-bloodstream-infections-1

10/21/2025

Register to attend these upcoming webinars, including a virtual poster hall with Annual Meeting posters today! View all webinars and events in the NCS event calendar: https://bit.ly/47gEWNd