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Neuro-Oncology with Dr. Eric Burton

Dr. Eric Burton explains brain tumors in this presentation about CNS tumors, common gliomas, histological classification of tumors and the epidemiolgy of primary brain and CNS tumors. He also discusses the general signs and symptoms of increased intracranial pressure as well as focal cerebral syndromes. After presenting various treatment plans, Dr. Burton talks through survival rates along with how to speak with patients about expected timelines.
 

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Eric Burton, M.D.

Dr. Eric Burton attended the University of Michigan Medical School, completed his residency at the University of Chicago Hospitals and his fellowship at the University of California in San Francisco. His clinical interest is in adult neuro-oncology and his board certifications include the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Neuro-Oncology. Click here to visit his faculty profile.


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