Chicago Neuroscience Institute
(847) 888-1811 Elgin, Illinois
(847) 888-1811 Elgin, Illinois
our director
David H. Durrant, BS, DC, PhD, DABCN, FACSP
Dr. Durrant currently serves as the Director of the Chicago Neuroscience Institute (CNI). He is an expert on nerve injury, neuropathology, neuroplasticity, and mechanisms of neurological recovery. He is also an expert in artificial intelligence and its clinical applications in the fields of neurology and pathology. Dr. Durrant has over 30 years of practice experience which has involved the integration of clinical neurology, vascular neurology, neuroimaging, and molecular diagnostics. He is a recognized authority in the fields of neurology, computational pathology, and spinecare. Dr. Durrant is a Board-Certified Chiropractic Neurologist, currently serving as Director of the Chicago Neuroscience Institute (CNI). He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Anatomy and Physiology prior to receiving his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Logan College, Cum Laude. He pursued post-doctoral training in neurology, completed a neurology residency, and achieved board certification, which he has maintained since 1992. Dr. Durrant completed a Ph.D. program in Health Services, with emphasis on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in neuroimaging. His doctoral research encompassed conceptual development of the virtual biopsy and advancement of the role of radiomics in computational pathology. Dr Durrant is advancing his expertise through post-doctoral participation in Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) OCW courses in biological engineering and computational biology. Dr Durrant is committed to helping those who are physically impaired due to stroke, pain or other neurological disorders. Dr. Durrant is a pioneer in biomechanics and the neurological basis of movement. He is an expert in the convergence of neuroscience and engineering and has been instrumental in the development of technology used to assess and enhance human movement. Dr. Durrant supervised the development of a world class Human Performance and Gait Lab at CNI. He served as an Advisor to the Board of the Marine Military Academy to help implement advanced technological solutions to acquire objective physical performance measures. Dr Durrant is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). He serves as a member of the IEEE Computational Intelligence Society, Engineering in Medicine & Biology Society, and the Robotics and Automation Society. Dr. Durrant serves an Advisor to Axiobionics for the development of solutions which enhance neurological and neuromuscular integrity and related function. Dr. Durrant is a founding member and officer with the American Academy of Spine Physicians (AASP) and serves on the Academy Council. Dr. Durrant holds prestigious Fellow Status with the American College of Spine Physicians (FACSP). He represents the United States on the Board of the International Spine Association (ISA). Dr. Durrant is an accomplished neuroscience author and editor having authored numerous articles and textbook chapters in the field of neurology. He is the principal author and co-editor of a benchmark publication in titled, MYELOPATHY, RADICULOPATHY AND ENTRAPMENT AND SYNDROMES. Dr. Durrant has lectured for many academic venues throughout the country. He is often invited to speak on topics related to emerging trends in neurology, neuroimaging, artificial intelligence, computational pathology, and spinecare. Dr Durrant serves as an advisor/consultant for the development of “smart” control systems for surgical implants, assistive devices, bionics, and robotics.
Dr. Durrant is Co-author of a leading neurology textbook
Textbook used in medical educational institutions, postdoctoral training and in clinical practice.
This highly acclaimed neurology textbook represents one of the most important resources in neurology and spinecare. The textbook is richly illustrated and easy to use. It presents comprehensive and up-to-date information about the etiology and clinical presentation of disorders involving the spinal cord, spinal nerve roots, and peripheral nerves. The treatise includes differential diagnostic considerations and relevant diagnostic approaches.
Myelopathy, Radiculopathy, and Peripheral Entrapment Syndromes contains over 400 concise graphics, illustrations, and tables to simplify the learning process and to serve as quick references for clinical practice. Of the many texts on clinical neurology, few discuss the musculoskeletal and orthopedic complications associated with neurological compromise. This book offers an unprecedented perspective on this topic, a necessity for the emerging fields of neurorehabiliation and neuromuscular rehabilitation.
The scope and organization of this textbook makes it a valuable resource for healthcare providers at all stages of training and clinical practice. It is an essential resource for spine specialists of all disciplines.
The textbook features:
- methods of clinical and advanced neurological assessment
- localization of neurological diagnosis by signs and symptoms
- measures of therapeutic outcome
- neuroimaging of relevant pathology
- expanded differential diagnostic considerations
- highly referenced explanatory text
- integration of diagnostic methods
- temporal patterns of disease progression
- classification of neurological disease
- mechanisms and complications of neurological injury
- time frames of neurological recovery
- measures of injury-induced disability
- illustrated neurological pathways
- diagnostic imaging and clinical correlation
The textbook is used by:
- by continuing education neurology training programs as a reference for the development of Specialty and Board Examination questions.
- the American Academy of Spine Physicians (AASP) in continuing education courses eligible for advanced credentialing.
- colleges and universities as a primary and supplementary neurology textbook.
Each section of the book includes:
- Introduction
- Relevant anatomy
- Pathophysiology and mechanisms of tissue compromise
- Clinical signs and symptoms
- Electrodiagnostic features
- Diagnostic imaging characteristics of neuropathology
- Syndromes specific to the level of neurological compromise
Release Date: January 2013
Page count: 395
Size: 8.5 x 11" softbound
ISBN-10: 0-9854987-0-6
ISBN-13: 978-0-9854987-0-2
Dr. durrant's Neurology textbook - Physician reviews
Textbook Reviews:
"The book by Dr. Durrant and True, MYELOPATHY, RADICULOPATHY, AND PERIPHERAL ENTRAPMENT SYNDROMES, is clearly written and well organized. The illustrations are nicely drawn and serve to illustrate the various points in an excellent manner. This book belongs on the bookshelf of those interested in the clinical or basic neurosciences. I give the book a strong recommendation."
George J. Dohrmann, M.D., Ph.D., Neurosurgeon at the University of Chicago, and Council Member of
the American Academy of Spine Physicians
"...I paid particular attention to the wonderful medical illustrations... in the book, which undoubtedly will make the understanding of the concepts immeasurably easier for the reader. The appendix should prove as valuable to the practitioner as the book content."...."This is another example of the incredible talent and expertise we have in our profession and your work will add to the growing volume of work that has added significantly to the credibility and advancement of the profession" .
Louis Sportelli, DC President of NCMIC
"This text represents an extensive diagnostic guide for neurological disorders from the "neck down" to the extremities" ...The illustrations, tables, and related text are excellent. They are designed so that the practitioner can move easily through them to support daily diagnosis and to develop a treatment plan. The material covered in this landmark textbook should be part of the core curriculum for all doctors and health care professionals caring for the spine.
Warren J Hammer, DC, DABCO, Chiropractic Orthopedist
"I was rather taken by this book... very well written and will serve its intended audience well. We really don't have a textbook like this within chiropractic, yet the conditions it describes are part of daily practice for most chiropractors. Its emphasis upon strong diagnosis is well earned... a very fine addition to the literature."
Dr. Dana J. Lawrence, Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics
"I finally have a text that fills in the neurological blanks that are left by Hoppenfeld, Evans, Yeomans, Liebenson, et al. Thank you very much. I will certainly take every opportunity to tout this to my colleagues around the profession."
George B. McClelland, D.C., Past Chairman of the Board of the American Chiropractic Association.
"This will be one of those books you keep close at hand in the reference section of your library....This text offers you an overwhelming amount of current clinically related neurological information. This book is definitely not a casual read, do not take it to the beach....Overall well worth the price, these authors took a very difficult topic and presented in a superior fashion.
Dr. Jeffery Kintish
"This is one of the best neurology books I have read. It is extremely detailed and full of great clinical insight. I had heard from a few chiropractic neurologists that this book should be required reading. I wholeheartedly agree 100%. If you do this kind of work, do yourself a favor and have this book in your library."
Dr. C. Valenti
To learn more about the neurology textbook visit www.scholarsconsortium.com .
Dr. Durrant: a Leader in Spinecare
Dr. David Durrant - President of the American Academy of Spine Physicians
Dr. Durrant has devoted his entire healthcare career to the fields of neurology and spinecare.
He has served as a clinician, researcher, educator, and innovator for over 30 years. Listed below are a few of Dr. Durrants accomplishments and positions in spinecare:
- Board certified chiropractic neurologist.
- PhD Candidate in Health Services with emphasis on the role of artificial intelligence in spine imaging.
- Co-author of an award winning benchmark neurology textbook titled “Myelopathy, Radiculopathy and Peripheral Entrapment Syndromes”.
- Director of the Chicago Neuroscience Institute which houses a Spinecare Center of Excellence.
- Development of a World Class Human Performance and Gait Lab.
- President of the American Academy of Spine Physicians (AASP) which represents the largest multidisciplinary spine organization in the world.
- Member of the Data Science and Scientific committees of the American Academy of Spine Physicians.
- Board member of the International Spine Association (ISA).
- Consultant to IBM on the potential role of artificial intelligence (cognitive computing) in spinecare.
- Guest lecturer in many forums and postgraduate programs involving spinecare.
- Consultant to companies developing decision-support (computational) solutions in spinecare.
Learn More
The Link below will direct you to the "Academy Council" of the American Academy of Spine Physicians.