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  1. The Impact of Hemoglobin Transfusion Thresholds in Moderate-to-Severe Blunt Traumatic Brain Injury on 6-Month Neurologic Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    Article • Neurology International, June 2026, MDPI AG

    Thomas Varkey

  2. A Rare Case Reveals Important Consideration of the Diagnosis of Giant Cell Arteritis in Patients with Bilateral Painful Optic Perineuritis

    Article • Reports — Medical Cases Images and Videos, June 2026, MDPI AG

    Thomas Varkey

  3. “Homicide and Zonisamide”: a review of the literature and illustrative case report on second and third generation antiseizure medications and psychiatric effects

    Article • Frontiers in Psychiatry, June 2026, Frontiers

    Thomas Varkey

  4. Hitting A Nerve

    Article • The Neurologist, May 2026, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  5. Lessons from a Severe Case of Fulminant Guillain–Barré Syndrome: A Case Report

    Article • Reports — Medical Cases Images and Videos, April 2026, MDPI AG

    Thomas Varkey

  6. An evaluation of Stroke Neurology fellowship websites: Incomplete and inconsistent information

    Article • Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases, February 2026, Elsevier

    Thomas Varkey

  7. “Problem of pain”: Further questions for the utility of vitamin D for chronic pain after gastrointestinal surgery

    Article • World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery, January 2026, Baishideng Publishing Group Co., Limited (formerly WJG Press)

    Thomas Varkey

  8. AROMATIC PLANTS AS ANTIFUNGAL AGENTS AGAINST ORAL CANDIDA STRAINS

    Article • Proceedings of the Shevchenko Scientific Society Medical Sciences, December 2025, Danylo Halytskyi Lviv National Medical University

    Dr Taras Kotyk, Thomas Varkey

  9. Effects of Antiseizure Medications on Lipid Profile and Weight in Patients with Epilepsy: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis

    Article • CNS Drugs, October 2025, Springer Science + Business Media

    Thomas Varkey

  10. Trends in Online Learning for Adult Learners in Science and Medical Education

    Article • Galician Medical Journal, August 2025, Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University

    Thomas Varkey

  11. Nationwide Evaluation of U.S. Geriatric Fellowship Websites: Assessing Program Information Availability

    Article • International Journal of Medical Students, June 2025, University Library System, University of Pittsburgh

    Thomas Varkey

  12. Antiplatelet Therapy in Ischemic Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack: A Network Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials (P5-13.019)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  13. Comparative Efficacy and Safety of Atogepant as Prophylaxis for Chronic and Episodic Migraine in Adults: a Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis and Trial Sequential Analysis (P12-12.009)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  14. Demographic Trends in Hypertension Related Parkinsonism Mortality in Older Adults (Age: 65+), a Population-based Longitudinal Study of the United States (P2-5.007)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  15. Direct Oral Anticoagulant Therapy Versus Aspirin in Patients with Embolic Stroke of Undetermined Source. An Updated Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. (P2-13.009)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  16. Double Trouble: Adenylosuccinate Lyase Deficiency-a Study in Phenotypic Variation (P2-6.014)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  17. Effectiveness of Vitamin D Supplementation in Reducing Seizure Frequency: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (P12-9.008)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  18. Effects of Antiseizure Medications on Lipid Profile: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis (P9-9.008)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  19. Efficacy and Safety of Fibrinolytics in Patients with Acute Ischaemic Stroke and Transient Ischaemic Attack: A Network Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials (P7-13.010)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  20. Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Melatonin in Managing Fibromyalgia: A Systematic Review of Current Evidence (P5-7.009)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  21. Galcanezumab Efficacy in Cluster Headache: A Systematic Review with Single-Arm Meta-Analysis (P9-12.008)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  22. Hypertension and Diabetes as Risk Factors for Alzheimer’s Disease-related Mortality, a Retrospective Epidemiological Study (P11-3.018)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  23. Impact of Hypertension on Vascular Dementia-Related Mortality in Adults Aged 65 or Older, in the United States: A 15-Year Demographic Trend Analysis. (P2-3.014)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  24. The Efficacy and Safety of Liberal Transfusion Strategy Versus Restrictive Transfusion Strategy in Patients with Traumatic Head Injury: A Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials (P6-7.005)

    Article • Neurology, April 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  25. Direct oral anticoagulants compared to aspirin for embolic stroke of undetermined source: A comprehensive meta-analysis

    Article • Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases, April 2025, Elsevier

    Thomas Varkey

  26. Hepatitis due to Coxsackie A virus in an adult: a case report

    Article • Egyptian Liver Journal, February 2025, Springer Science + Business Media

    Thomas Varkey

  27. Abstract WP128: A Comparative Meta-Analysis of Functional Outcomes Following Various Exercise Intensities in Stroke Rehabilitation.

    Article • Stroke, February 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  28. Abstract DP20: An Evaluation of Stroke Literature Pamphlets For Stroke Patients

    Article • Stroke, February 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  29. Abstract TP92: An Evaluation of Vascular Neurology Fellowship Websites: How Informed an Applicant Could Be?

    Article • Stroke, February 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  30. Abstract WP302: Colchicine After Non-Cardioembolic Acute Ischemic Stroke or Transient Ischemic Attack: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

    Article • Stroke, February 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  31. Abstract WP127: Impact of High Intensity Interval Training on Neuropsychiatric Disorders and Serum BDNF Levels Post-Stroke. A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

    Article • Stroke, February 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  32. Abstract WMP98: Use of Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs) Compared to Aspirin for Secondary Prevention of Embolic Stroke of Undetermined Source (ESUS): A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

    Article • Stroke, February 2025, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  33. Venous thromboembolism prophylaxis in orthopedic surgery: a narrative review

    Article • Bleeding Thrombosis and Vascular Biology, December 2024, PAGEPress Publications

    Thomas Varkey

  34. The use of creatine and the development of deep vein thrombosis. A scoping review

    Article • Bleeding Thrombosis and Vascular Biology, November 2024, PAGEPress Publications

    Thomas Varkey

  35. Morphometrical analysis of myelinated nerve fibers: is there a room for improvement?

    Article • Anatomical Science International, September 2024, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Taras Kotyk, Thomas Varkey

  36. Bugs and Brains: The Microbiome & Dementia

    Article • Galician Medical Journal, September 2024, Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University

    Thomas Varkey

  37. Review of: "Teaching Mathematics with Creativity"

    Article • February 2024, Qeios Ltd

    Thomas Varkey

  38. Review of: "Teaching Mathematics with Creativity"

    Article • February 2024, Qeios Ltd

    Thomas Varkey

  39. Sexual Health Preparedness Among Medical Students

    Article • SSRN Electronic Journal, January 2024, Elsevier

    Thomas Varkey

  40. B2 or Not B2: A Systematic Literature Review on Migraine Headaches and Riboflavin Deficiency

    Article • Headache Medicine, December 2023, Headache Medicine

    Thomas Varkey

  41. Sexual health preparedness among medical students

    Article • Medicni perspektivi, December 2023, SE Dnipropetrovsk Medical Academy of Health Ministry of Ukraine

    Dr Taras Kotyk, Thomas Varkey

  42. Hearing or listening? Respecting the voice of the patient through six simple techniques

    Article • Yemen Journal of Medicine, December 2023, National Society for Biomedical Research Development

    Thomas Varkey

  43. Cheiro-oral-pedal syndrome of the pons and the role of imaging in diagnosis and management

    Article • Exploration of Medicine, October 2023, Open Exploration Publishing

    Thomas Varkey

  44. Cranial nerve VII on gadolinium contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging in the case of Bell’s palsy

    Article • Exploration of Medicine, October 2023, Open Exploration Publishing

    Thomas Varkey

  45. The microbiome and neurosurgery

    Article • Brain Circulation, October 2023, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  46. Multiple choice question writing and medical students: a systematic literature review

    Article • MedEdPublish, July 2023, Faculty of 1000, Ltd.

    Thomas Varkey

  47. “What IVC?”: Deep Vein Thrombosis in the Context of IVC Dysgenesis

    Article • Galician Medical Journal, May 2023, Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University

    Thomas Varkey

  48. Review of: "Online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, lessons learned and what’s next?"

    Article • May 2023, Qeios Ltd

    Thomas Varkey

  49. Evaluation of In Vivo Anti-Diarrheal Activity of Selected Medicinal Plants Traditionally Prescribed for the Management of Diarrhea

    Article • Aswan University Journal of Environmental Studies, April 2023, Egypts Presidential Specialized Council for Education and Scientific Research

    Thomas Varkey

  50. Transplant Hepatology Fellowship Websites: The Good, the Bad, and the Unhelpful

    Article • Digestive Diseases and Sciences, March 2023, Springer Science + Business Media

    Thomas Varkey

  51. Contributors

    Article • January 2023, Elsevier

    Thomas Varkey

  52. Recurrent Optic Neuritis and Perineuritis Followed by an Unexpected Discovery

    Article • Neurology Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation, January 2023, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  53. Trends in modern drug discovery and development: A glance in the present millennium

    Article • January 2023, Elsevier

    Thomas Varkey

  54. Evidence-based work up and management of non-specific neck pain in the emergency department

    Article • Emergency Care Journal, December 2022, PAGEPress Publications

    Thomas Varkey

  55. Asynchronous learning: a general review of best practices for the 21st century

    Article • Journal of Research in Innovative Teaching & Learning, December 2022, Emerald

    Thomas Varkey

  56. Dyad learning versus individual learning under medical simulation conditions: a systematic review

    Article • MedEdPublish, November 2022, Faculty of 1000, Ltd.

    Thomas Varkey

  57. The Use of Scent Within the Changing Landscape of Theatre and Its Application to Long-Term Rehabilitation

    Article • International Journal Of Medical Science And Clinical Invention, September 2022, Research and Analysis Journals

    Thomas Varkey

  58. The Microbiome and the Future of Anesthesia

    Article • Avicenna Journal of Clinical Microbiology and Infection, September 2022, MaadRayan Publishing Company

    Thomas Varkey

  59. Cotard’s Delusion with Sequelae of Adult Onset Failure to Thrive: A Case Report

    Article • European Medical Journal, September 2022, European Medical Group

    Thomas Varkey

  60. Increased Surveillance or Increased Scrutiny: Curbing Inappropriate Screening of Endometrial Cancer in Transgender Men

    Article • Journal of Family & Reproductive Health, September 2022, Knowledge E

    Thomas Varkey

  61. Utilizing Proximity for Increasing Student Knowledge Retention: A Near-Peer Tutoring Program Needs Study

    Article • Galician Medical Journal, September 2022, Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University

    Thomas Varkey

  62. Evidence-based imaging for the management of lower back pain in the emergency department: A narrative review

    Article • Emergency Care Journal, June 2022, PAGEPress Publications

    Thomas Varkey

  63. Intravenous fluid therapy: a multi-national, cross-sectional survey of common medical student resources

    Article • BMC Medical Education, June 2022, Springer Science + Business Media

    Thomas Varkey

  64. The Mongoose Phenomenon: A New Logical Heuristic

    Article • Galician Medical Journal, June 2022, Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University

    Thomas Varkey

  65. A Comparison of Australian and American Medical School Admission Experiences

    Article • International Journal of Medical Students, April 2022, University Library System, University of Pittsburgh

    Thomas Varkey

  66. Fever of Unknown Origin: The Workup and Diagnosis of Pel-Ebstein Fever

    Article • Cureus, March 2022, Springer Science + Business Media

    Thomas Varkey

  67. Learning or Memorization: Self-Directed Medical School Curriculum and the Dangers of Overemphasizing Student Selected Ancillary Resources

    Article • Galician Medical Journal, March 2022, Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University

    Thomas Varkey

  68. Fever of Unknown Origin: The Workup and Diagnosis of Pel-Ebstein Fever

    Article • Cureus, February 2022, Springer Science + Business Media

    Thomas Varkey

  69. Hearing abnormalities in multiple sclerosis: clinical semiology and pathophysiologic mechanisms

    Article • Journal of Neurology, January 2022, Springer Science + Business Media

    Thomas Varkey

  70. A Scoping Literature Review of Recall and Memory Psychometric Tools

    Article • January 2022, Bouti Publishing

    Thomas Varkey

  71. The Game's Afoot: a Patient-Centered Care Case Study on a Lower Extremity Bone Bruise without Trauma

    Article • International Journal of Medical Reviews and Case Reports, January 2022, ScopeMed International Medical Journal Management and Indexing System

    Thomas Varkey

  72. Lend Me a Hand: A Value-Based Care Case Study on Pan Plexopathy of Unknown Origin

    Article • Cureus, December 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    Thomas Varkey

  73. Schizoaffective Disorder and Concurrent Rhabdomyolysis

    Article • Cureus, November 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    Thomas Varkey

  74. Anesthetic drugs: a comprehensive overview for anesthesiologists

    Article • November 2021, ProBiologists LLC

    Thomas Varkey

  75. Encephalitis and Myelitis in a Young Woman

    Article • Neurology Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation, September 2021, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  76. Encephalitis and Myelitis in a Young Woman

    Article • Neurology Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation, September 2021, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  77. Application of an evidence-based, out-patient treatment strategy for COVID-19: Multidisciplinary medical practice principles to prevent severe disease

    Article • Journal of the Neurological Sciences, July 2021, Elsevier

    Thomas Varkey

  78. Worsening pain and muscular spasms in the context of recent spinal cord decompression

    Article • April 2021, ProBiologists LLC

    Thomas Varkey

  79. Treating MS after surviving PML: Discrete strategies for rescue, remission, and recovery patient 2

    Article • Neurology Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation, March 2021, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  80. Treating MS after surviving PML: Discrete strategies for rescue, remission, and recovery patient 1

    Article • Neurology Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation, January 2021, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  81. Treating MS after surviving PML: Discrete strategies for rescue, remission, and recovery patient 2

    Article • Neurology Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation, January 2021, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Thomas Varkey

  82. Evaluation and Treatment of a Child with Hyperactivity: A Value-Based Care Case Study

    Article • International Journal of Medical Reviews and Case Reports, January 2021, ScopeMed International Medical Journal Management and Indexing System

    Thomas Varkey

  83. Newly Diagnosed HIV in a Case of Dementia

    Article • International Journal of Medical Reviews and Case Reports, January 2021, ScopeMed International Medical Journal Management and Indexing System

    Thomas Varkey

  84. Part I. SARS-CoV-2 triggered ‘PANIC’ attack in severe COVID-19

    Article • Journal of the Neurological Sciences, August 2020, Elsevier

    Thomas Varkey

  85. Part II. high-dose methotrexate with leucovorin rescue for severe COVID-19: An immune stabilization strategy for SARS-CoV-2 induced ‘PANIC’ attack

    Article • Journal of the Neurological Sciences, August 2020, Elsevier

    Thomas Varkey