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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

8 months

Our latest publication, Venous Sinus Stenting for IIH We concluded that venous sinus stenting is a promising, safe and effective for IIH. #IIH #Metaanalysis #systematicreview #neurology #neuroendovascular #research #clinicaltrial

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Mostafa is a PGY-2 IM resident from Egypt, I knew him since 2019 when he was an intern physician in Egypt in Tanta University Hospital. He had a serious road traffic accident, and he his in critical care with his wife. Please do your best for him.

Mostafa & Yomna, organized by Shalini Jain

Dear Colleagues, Family & Friends, The Creighton House Staff Council is fundraising for Dr. Mostafa Elga… Shalini Jain needs your support for Mostafa & Yomna

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

11 months

Check our latest paper! The summary: medical treatment was favored over intracranial stenting in the rate of 30-day ischemic stroke, 30-day intracerebral hemorrhage, one-year stroke in territory or mortality. While no significant difference between both groups for others.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 months

Groundbreaking research alert: Our latest @medrxivpreprint reveals metformin's potential as a disease-modifying therapy for Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension. This discovery could revolutionize IIH management, shifting from symptom control to underlying pathology treatment!

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@medrxivpreprint

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Safety and Efficacy of Metformin for Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension. A U.S-Based Real-World Data Retrospective Multicenter Cohort Study. #medRxiv

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

9 months

Our latest publication! We developed a machine learning model to predict DCI following aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage. Our best fitting model identified clinical vasospasm after rupture is highly predictive for DCI within 48 hours interval.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

By the end of 2022, I co-authored 33 papers (in different disciplines). Despite significant challenges during this year, 2022 was the most productive year for me to the moment! Special thanks to all my colleagues and friends who helped me in achieving this!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Our open-source AI model for brain neurotrauma imaging is live!! It stills in the early stages for research and development purposes, more features and accuracy will be targeted in future progress for the model.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Our paper evaluating RCTs comparing Carotid Artery Stenting vs Carotid Endarterectomy:

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

6 months

I have collaborated with Dr. Negida on multiple occasions, and I can attest to his competence and thorough knowledge in his field. Drawing from my personal experience with over 90 publications, I believe that 4-8 weeks are sufficient to become actively involved in the field.

Asmaa Namoos MD MPH PhD

@AsmaaNamoos

6 months

احد الاصدقاء بعتلي النهارده لنك ل ويب سايت ل الدكتور نجيدة الي بيدي محاضرات تعليمية في اساليب البحث العلمي وانا مش هقيم المحتوى العلمي لاني مفتحتش الكورسات ولا حضرتها لكن هقيم جزء الامانة وشرف المهنه وانتقال المعلومة من جيل الى اخر من دون تحميل اعباء ماديه لان ده جزء ١-٤

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

7 months

Great to see our article about venous sinus stenting for Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension featured by NeuroNews! You can read our highlights for our paper in NeuroNews:

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

The paper by @s0schen @PeterKa80460001 is a truly great example for the future of neurointervention. Endovascular Glioblastoma super-selective oncolysis is promising, wishing by 2035 craniotomy is no longer used for brain tumors!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

4 months

Thrilled to announce our latest meta-analysis on global diabetic retinopathy estimates is now published in #Nature Eye! Honored to contribute to this prestigious journal, bridging ophthalmology and neurology. #DiabetesAwareness #Neurology #Ophthalmology

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

Tried this marvelous game (Cardio Ex) by @LevelEx , it provides a realistic simulator for cardiac interventions in a smartphone application. So excited to see further simulators for neuroendovascular procedures in similar way. @WBrinjikji @AdamDmytriw @almuftifawaz @elghanemmoh

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

1 month

ثاني ورقة بحثية يتم قبولها لنا في مجلة The Lancet خلال الأسبوع و لله الحمد، تتناول الورقة البحثية مناقشة موضوع مقاومة المضادات الحيوية على مستوى العالم. للأسف، بعض دول شمال أفريقيا تحتل مركز متقدم في مستوى خطورة عالمي يلزم التدخل الفوري قد يؤدي إلى حدوث وباء بكتيري لا علاج له!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

5 months

Excited to share my improved PubMed literature search script! Now powered by the RAG framework, it delivers more accurate and relevant results with abstracts. #PubMed #LiteratureSearch #MachineLearning #RAGFramework #NaturalLanguageProcessing #Automation #Research #DataScience

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

If you didn't attend the #ISC22 , no problem! I summarized the Interventional Neurology training talk. This one is for the recommendations! @almuftifawaz @AmeerEHassan @svinsociety @SheriefGhozy @SunilAShethMD @AshuPJadhav @AHAMeetings @SVINJournal @CerebrovascLab @StrokeAHA_ASA

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

Using a novel statistical method, we analyzed the current highest evidence regarding CEA vs CAS. Providing a summarized report based on the current literature meta-analyses. @SheriefGhozy @AdamDmytriw @NestedKnowledge @JNIS_BMJ

Correspondence on “Unplanned readmission after carotid stenting versus endarterectomy: analysis of...

We read the article by Nazari et al 1 comparing carotid endarterectomy and carotid artery stenting. Most of the patients in the article were asymptomatic patients. Asymptomatic carotid stenosis is...

jnis.bmj.com

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

8 months

I am delighted to share that I have earned the degree of Master of Engineering in Software Engineering and Information Systems from TECH Universidad Tecnológica. Special thanks for @SheriefGhozy @MAEssibayi for their continous support and motivation!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

If you didn't attend the #ISC22 , no problem! I summarized the Interventional Neurology training talk. I'll start with the challenges and burdens. @almuftifawaz @AmeerEHassan @svinsociety @SheriefGhozy @SunilAShethMD @AshuPJadhav @AHAMeetings @SVINJournal @CerebrovascLab

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

@NatallyAlArabMD Not defending arrogant people, but residency is tough and usually residents don't have time to even take care about themselves. Work overload is difficult to manage with other life things.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Our paper evaluating Carotid Artery Stenting vs Carotid Endarterectomy earned the title of paper of the month from World Stroke Organization!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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Our latest #GBD work offering the world's most updated epidemiological evidence about Stroke, published in The Lancet Neurology! A landmark paper in Neurology in 2024!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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في حل ممتاز و هو: استعمال خدمة المحادثة الصوتية في ChatGPT-4 بحيث توجه له تعليمات بكيفية الأسئلة المطروحة و تعليمات التقييم المخصصة منه و تقدر تخصص أيضا لغة المحادثة و أيضا اللهجة اذا تحب ! و بيجري محاكاة كاملة معاك و يقيمك و يقولك نقاط ضعفك و طرق تحسينها @SaAlabdli_

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@SaAlabdli_

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سؤال من الخاص:

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Using a novel statistical method, we reviewed all of the current literature meta-analyses about Aspiration Thrombectomy vs Stent Retriever. Based on the current meta-analyses, the evidence is not enough to determine which modality is the superior.

Aspiration thrombectomy versus stent retriever thrombectomy alone for acute ischemic stroke:...

Background Previous studies comparing a direct aspiration first pass technique (ADAPT) and stent retrievers have inconsistent methodologies and data reporting, limiting the ability to accurately...

jnis.bmj.com

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

5 months

I would like to share a Python script I developed for lit search! Enhance PubMed searches, export results (with abstracts!) as CSV, RIS, or BibTeX. Perfect for systematic reviews and meta-analyses. Just customize your email and search query, run, and import into your ref manager.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

1 month

سؤال في طب الاعصاب مهم في اختبار الهيئة و الرخص الطبية و قد يكون مخادع للبعض في تفاصيل الحالة. بإنتظار أجوبتكم و بشرح الحالة بالتفصيل بإذن الله بعد سماع رأيكم 😁 #SMLE #USMLE #PLAB #MRCP #MRCS #Neurology

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

Major biases in clinical trials which results in higher false positive values are: • Self-selection bias • Lead-time bias • Lenght time bias

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

A short review addressing the emergence of simulatiors as an essential component in neurointerventional training. We highlighted the current most prominent three simulators. We invite all of you to read it! @SheriefGhozy @AdamDmytriw @NeurosurgeryCNS

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@AhmedYAzzam

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اخر أعمالنا البحثية بالتعاون مع معهد القياسات الصحية و التقييم بجامعة واشنطن الورقة البحثية تتناول اخر إحصائيات عالمية بخصوص مرضى السكتات الدماغية و تعد ورقة مؤثرة في مجال طب الاعصاب! تم نشر الورقة البحثية في مجلة The Lancet Neurology، من أكبر مجلات طب الاعصاب عالميا

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Preoperative surgical planning couldn't be easier with Complete Anatomy by @3D4Medical @ElsevierConnect ! P.S: I'm not an expert, the video is only for illustration and demonstration purposes!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

We discussed the potential role and expansion of robotics in neuroendovascular interventions. Highlighting a promising future, although several validations are still to be investigated. @AdamDmytriw @SheriefGhozy

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

#Elsevier invites me to celebrate my open access publications' achievement! Between 2019 and 2021, I published 8 open access articles with Elsevier, receiving a total of 20,936 downloads. 7 of my articles were linked to the United Nations SDGs.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

8 months

I would like to give special congratulations for @moh_ar_sol for matching at @UB_Neurosurgery He is of one of the most hardworking neurosurgeons I have ever seen reflecting his high quality research and clinical work! Really good job! God bless you!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

7 months

Read our latest results: Groundbreaking CAR T-Cell therapy shows a 48% remission rate in AML treatment, signaling a potential revolution in care standards! #cancer #oncology #leukemia #ClinicalTrials #systematicreview #metaanalysis #medicine

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

1 month

عمل جديد بفكرة ابتكارية مختلفة تماما و اول مرة يتم اطلاقها في الشرق الأوسط 😁🔥

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@ASSZ00

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عمل جديد ومختلف يجمع بين الأبحاث والAI، لكافة المستويات وبشكل مفصل! انتظرونا في @Myscriptmark 🤌🏻🤩

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

8 months

Global, National and Regional Burden of Neck Pain Our latest paper conclusions are although age-standardised rates of neck pain have remained stable over the past three decades, by 2050 the projected case numbers are expected to rise.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

Done! @almuftifawaz

YoungNIR

@YoungNIR

3 years

🍾WEBNIR Tutorials are Back!!!🍾 @svinsociety has brought back this great series for residents , fellows and NIR faculty! Join 3/1/22 @ 4PM EST HERE➡️ to learn about Cerebral Vasospasm Until then get caught up with last years recordings!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Anatomical Illustration for Percutaneous Transpedicular Screw Fixation by @3D4Medical @ElsevierConnect !

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

5 months

Our latest study findings: No significant difference in adjacent-level fracture risk post-intervention for osteoporotic VCFs. Vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty match natural disease course, offering safety reassurance. #Osteoporosis #RCT #Kyphoplasty #Spine #Vertebroplasty

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

I'd like to announce that I've been selected to be onboard of SVIN Wellness Committee! Looking forward for advancements and significant contributions in this great committee! @svinsociety @SVINJournal @AliciaCastongu2 @almuftifawaz @elghanemmoh @Michael3Abraham @SheriefGhozy

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

5 months

My latest ML model analyzes PubMed data to uncover non-obvious disease connections, shared clinical pictures, treatments, and outcomes. Utilizes NLP, feature extraction, and contextual embeddings. Potential for automated literature review and discovery.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Our latest paper discussing the importance of funding and its effect on systematic reviews of Mechanical Thrombectomy, an important paper to read!

Mohamed Elfil, MD

@MohamedElfilMD

2 years

Read our latest paper entitled "The impact of funding on the quality and interpretation of systematic reviews of mechanical thrombectomy in stroke patients" @SheriefGhozy @AhmedYAzzam @almuftifawaz

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

For Interventional Radiologists and Interventional Neuroradiologists, based on your experience in teaching and training; what's the most important factor to train new fellows in the field to develop their skills (mental and psychomotor skills) to maximum within 1-2 years?

Watching Live Cases Daily

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

@nkagetsu @DrLongissimus Similar to someone who rushes into the bathroom, then runs to get out of it 😂 @nkagetsu

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

4 months

متحمس للانضمام إلى المتحدثين في @Myscriptmark مقدر الدعوة الخاصة و سعيد بالمشاركة مع نخبة من الباحثين المتميزين متطلع لمشاركة خبراتي البحثية في المدرسة البحثية القادمة! #ScriptMark

ScriptMark

@Myscriptmark

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تعرفوا معنا على متحدثينا المميزين في مدرسة #ScriptMark البحثية الصيفية بنسختها الثانية 🤩🎙️

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

Blessed to find this view in nature. @almuftifawaz @AshuPJadhav @AdamDmytriw @AlmekhlafiMa @elghanemmoh

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Editor comments: Reject. Research topic lacks novelty, doesn't fit the journal aims.

Peter Ueda

@PeterUeda1

2 years

Assistant professor vs Editor

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

7 months

Read our latest work from Global Burden of Disease: Our study highlights a significant demographic shift: the elderly population is increasing globally, especially in 188 countries, signaling challenges and the need for adaptive health systems post-COVID-19.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

8 months

الحالات العشر التي سجلت أعلى معدلات لسنوات العمر بحسب الإعاقة في عام 2021 هي السكتة الدماغية، التهاب الدماغ الوليدي، الصداع النصفي، مرض الزهايمر وأمراض الخرف الأخرى، الاعتلال العصبي السكري، التهاب السحايا، الصرع، المضاعفات العصبية بسبب الولادة المبكرة، وسرطان الجهاز العصبي.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

Something I learned from @LevelEx CardioEx mobile game. Securing distal branches with accessory stents is indicated for side branches for two reasons: securing the patency of collateral arteries after major stent deploying and avoiding side branch occlusion or shifts.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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تحتل بكتيريا: E. Coli ثم Mycobacterium Tuberculosis المراكز الأولى عالميا في احصائيات مقاومة البكتيريا للمضادات الحيوية، يشمل ذلك مجموعة ال fluoroquinolones !! مما يشكل خطر حقيقي في احتمالية حدوث جائحة بكتيرية لا علاج لها في حال عدم التدخل الجذري قبل عام ٢٠٣٠!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Our most recent publication published in The Lancet. Discussing surgical preparedness across 1632 hospitals in 119 countries during COVID-19 pandemic.

Elective surgery system strengthening: development, measurement, and validation of the surgical...

National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Global Health Research Unit on Global Surgery, NIHR Academy, Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland, Bowel Research UK, British...

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

7 months

Read our latest work! Our work indicated that global End TB milestones were not met, but 15 countries (of 204) achieved a 20% decrease in all-age TB incidence, 8 of which were in Western sub-Saharan Africa. #tuberculosis #clinicalresearch #clinicalstudies #systematicreview #WHO

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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Our latest paper reveals neurological conditions in MENA linked to aging population. Stroke, dementia are top disabilities. Urgent need for preventive, multi-sectoral strategies to mitigate risks and improve health outcomes. #Neurology #GlobalHealth #PublicHealth #Medicine

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

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3 years

I'm attracted to the idea of EYMINT e-fellowship. What if a similar fellowship is coordinated by SVIN? I think it is going to be revolutionary! @almuftifawaz @elghanemmoh @oozaidat @AmeerEHassan @AshuPJadhav @SVINJournal @svinsociety #Stroke #Vascular

EYMINT e-fellowship | ESMINT

ESMINT is offering e-fellowships to European ESMINT members who are accredited to independently perform neuro-interventional procedures. Apply now!

www.esmint.eu

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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Everyday, I have come to understand that success is not solely determined by one's hard work. God's blessings are essential and contribute a major role in helping someone reach their full potential.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Deadline Monday! Early Bird registration rates for #ASNR23 end Monday, March 27, and then registration costs increase by $100. Get the details and register now! We'll see you in Chicago (or virtually), April 29-May 3. #Neurorad #RadRes #MedEd

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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قريبا...... الجواب ؟ في الصورة ! 😉😁

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عمل جديد ومختلف يجمع بين الأبحاث والAI، لكافة المستويات وبشكل مفصل! انتظرونا في @Myscriptmark 🤌🏻🤩

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Read our study: An increase is attributed to the global health community's efforts in combating major causes of death, such as diarrhea, lower respiratory infections, stroke, and ischemic heart disease. These findings are highlighted in our latest Global Burden of Disease study

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@AhmedYAzzam

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Attending worths every single minute of your time, I advice you all to attend this event! @almuftifawaz

New York Medical College

@nymedcollege

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[VIRTUAL EVENT] Join the 26th Annual Medical Student Research Forum with keynote speaker Prof. Fawaz Al-Mufti, M.D. Check your nymc emails for access details. #NYMC #NYMCSOM #meded

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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A volunteer one-year research fellow position at the Department of Neurosurgery, Albert Einstein College of Medicine is available. Ones with good neurosurgery research experience, please email me Ahmedyazzam @gmail .com Email subject: “Research Fellow” please.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

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Our latest study forecasts global health impacts of smoking: Eliminating tobacco use by 2050 could increase life expectancy by 1.5 years for males, prevent 876 million years of life lost. Crucial implications for public health policy. #TobaccoControl #GlobalHealth

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@almuftifawaz @elghanemmoh @AlmekhlafiMa @AshuPJadhav @SVINJournal @UCSF_NIR @YNIScommittee @JDelgadoNIR @rwregen @AliciaCastongu2 @GNakiri

Sherief Ghozy, MD

@SheriefGhozy

3 years

Our work will be presented in #ASNR22 / #SNRXXII ! It is one of the largest animal studies for WEB devices so far! @MCNeurovasc @MayoRadiology @JLarco8 @SavastanoLuisMD @WBrinjikji @TheASNR

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@AlawamiHoriya @DrMostapha @docskalski سيكون في اطار مساعد فقط و اختصار للمهام المتكررة لكن في لن يتم الاستغناء عن طبيب الأشعة ابدا في المستقبل القريب. للعلم يوجد حاليا خوارزميات ذكاء اصطناعي تقوم بالمساعدة في القراءة لبعض الحالات؛ لكن لا يمكن الاعتماد عليها بشكل كامل.

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A very interesting review article summarising the advances in Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, a must to read paper!

“Idiopathic” intracranial hypertension: An update from neurointerventional research for clinicians...

Background The recognition of venous sinus stenosis as a contributing factor in the majority of patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension coupled with ...

journals.sagepub.com

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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Read our latest work! We concluded that the number of people blind and with MSVI due to cataract has risen over the past 30 years, despite a decrease in the age-standardized prevalence of cataract. Cataract is becoming a global health issue.

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Our second acceptance for this week! A landmark paper about global antimicrobial resistance (AMR) status. Unfortunately, the global dominance of AMR was observed in some North African and West African countries with major burden risk needing immediate action! #GlobalHealth

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

It's important to maintain a humble attitude and acknowledge that there will always be others who are more skilled or accomplished than you. Instead of just showcasing your achievements, it's important to use your skills and experiences to assist and support others.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Check out our latest paper discussing efficacy of Mechanical Thrombectomy in pediatric patients.

Sherief Ghozy, MD

@SheriefGhozy

2 years

Wondering how safe/effective MT is in the pediatric population? You can now read our paper: In our meta-analysis, MT demonstrated promising safety and efficacy, with low complication rates.

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@AhmedYAzzam

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The ten conditions with the highest age-standardised DALYs in 2021 were stroke, neonatal encephalopathy, migraine, Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, diabetic neuropathy, meningitis, epilepsy, neurological complications due to preterm birth, autism spectrum disorder.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Thinking loudly, Thinking about the future possibility of establishing remote virtual training for neurointervention as a global health goal, aka "Remote Fellowship". Not just to watch, but also to interact through a specific simulator connected between both two centers.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

An interesting case report demonstrating the correlation between intra abdominal pressure and intracranial pressure!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

I'm seeking an answer based on all of your experience either clinical or research. Does Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) worsen with pregnancy in long-term controlled cases? Controlled means: 1. Underweight BMI. 2. No symptoms attack for more than 5 years.

Yes It worsen

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

@MarkHeadache @BJOGTweets @PracticalNeurol I read this paper yesterday, I significantly liked this review; its' comprehension and the way of literature discussing is really appreciable! Thank you for this great updated evidence!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

For anyone who is interested: @NegidaMD is going for a Summer School of Clinical Research by the next months. I suggest anyone who is interested to start a career in clinical research to give it a look, it deserves! Wishing you the best my friend!

2022 Summer School of Clinical Research [Arabic]

This is the comprehensive clinical research training of Dr. Negida, including 5 courses, to prepare clinical researchers from "zero" to "hero"! The training starts from the beginner level to the...

academy.negida.com

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

7 months

NOSMOKE Campaign: As a public health and global researcher, it is essential to raise awareness about the dangers of smoking and its hazardous effects. The harms of smoking are universally acknowledged!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

❌ Calling the gastroenterologist to get a consult. ✅ Calling the gastroenterologist to get free snacks.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

In the last day of 2021, I co-authored in JAMA Oncology! Linking to another study in 2019 cancer was secondary to cardiovascular/cerebrovascular diseases among 22 groups of participants. @AdamDmytriw @almuftifawaz @_AdnanSiddiqui @AlmekhlafiMa @elghanemmoh

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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@SaAlabdli_

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

• Choroid Plexus. Functions: 1. CSF Production. 2. Forming Blood-CSF Barrier.

Basic Neurosurgery

@BasicNeurosurge

2 years

Daily #Neurosurgery Quiz Question 187: What is the name and main function of structure 4? Comment with your answer!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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Our latest GBD 2021 study reveals shifts in global health challenges. Metabolic risks on the rise, while behavioral and environmental risks decline. Urgent action needed to address obesity and metabolic syndrome. #GBD2021 #PublicHealth #Epidemiology #Biostatistics

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Hmmm.... maybe we should do a meta-analysis for lavender oils and stroke!

Richard Choi, DO, FNCS

@rkchoi

2 years

Which one of you did this??? 😂🤪🙃

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

What do you think about the future of customized stents for cerebral aneurysms, is it feasible or not? The model of customized stent grafts is currently used for aortic aneurysms. I'm happy with all comments and discussion!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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دراستنا الجديدة تتنبأ بالآثار الصحية العالمية للتدخين: القضاء على استخدام التبغ بحلول عام 2050 قد يزيد متوسط العمر المتوقع بمقدار 1.5 سنة للذكور، ويمنع فقدان 876 مليون سنة من متوسط اعمار الاشخاص عالميا ! #مكافحة_التبغ #الصحة_العالمية

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

@QurashiAbdula الإرادة، الهدف و التخطيط له، المنفعة، العامل الزمني اربعة اعمدة أساسية لأي شيء في العالم في اي فترة توافرت الاربع عوامل أصبحت النتيجة ممكنة الخلل يكون بعد العودة من الابتعاث هو تغير الهدف و المنفعة المستنتجة من عمل أبحاث جديدة (الشغل البرايفت يصبح الهدف و الشغل الشاغل)

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

I guess it would be amazing to introduce a fellowship in Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension for physicians and researchers who are interested in IIH! @IIHDrBirmingham @IihAwareness @IIHUK @iih_hub

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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@BX90man @DrMostapha 1. USMLE step 1, step 2 and OET. 2. Apply for ECFMG Certificate. 3. Apply for residency.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

An excellent opportunity! Virtual elective/clinical rotation in Interventional Radiology!

Ariana C Mills

@arianacmills

2 years

. @MountSinaiIR will host another year of its Introduction to IR and Minimally Invasive Procedures course. This virtual elective is free and open to ANY student interested in IR. Lectures are designed for MS1/MS2s. Scan the QR code or register at

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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An open discussion. Do you think that neurointerventional surgery in the near future is going to take an essential role in non-vascular skull base procedures? @AdamDmytriw @PascalJabbourMD @SVINJournal @almuftifawaz @AshuPJadhav @elghanemmoh @SheriefGhozy @BernardBendokMD

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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@MAEssibayi Thanks so much my friend! Thank you for your continous support!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

3 years

@almuftifawaz @elghanemmoh @svinsociety @oozaidat @AshuPJadhav @AliciaCastongu2 @NguyenThanhMD @AmuluruKrishna @AlmekhlafiMa @rwregen @UCSF_NIR @BRAIN_RESUS @NaifMA1 @YNIScommittee @CerebrovascLab @sohum_md @PascalJabbourMD @KareemNaamaniMD

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

2 years

Staph Epidermidis Reference:

Basic Neurosurgery

@BasicNeurosurge

2 years

Daily #Neurosurgery Quiz Question 175 Comment with your answers!

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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#MetforminIIH #IIH #IIHPathophysiology #NeuroinflammationTx #CSFDynamics #MetabolicNeurology #IIHBiomarkers #IntracranialPressure #NeuroMetabolism #TranslationalIIH #PapilledemaRx #Headache #Blindness #Neurology #Ophthalmology #medicine

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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Forecasting the effects of smoking prevalence scenarios on years of life lost and life expectancy...

Existing tobacco policies must be maintained if smoking prevalence is to continue to decline as forecast by the reference scenario. In addition, substantial smoking-attributable burden can be avoided...

www.thelancet.com

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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@ibrahemalbalkhi Good job! But AUC sometimes maybe misleading for model performance evaluation, consider measuring accuracy, sensitivity, precision and F1 score next to AUC if the model is a classification model

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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The model is developed based on state-of-the-art residual neural network (RNN), ResNet50-V2. The model was export as Tensorflow Javascript format and integrated with a React Native web application and deployed on a public GitHub repository.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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@GeovannyCanar @Cuneatos @NeuroGoddess24 @SheriefGhozy مطلعش لوحدك اهو 😂

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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Not sharing and caring for others can make all of your success feel insignificant. Ultimately, we will all pass away one day and no one will remember our personal accomplishments, but people will remember the ways in which we helped and served them, even hundreds of years later.

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Ahmed Y. Azzam, MD

@AhmedYAzzam

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Stakeholders Mapping: A strategy for building up a successful plan for projects by listing the contributing factors to the projects, the power of factors and the interest. Applying a successful strategy is composed of four essential steps: • Credits for @ImperialSPH

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