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Session 03 In this episode, Ryan talks with a neurologist, Dr. Allison Gray, as they discuss all things about neurology. Notice that Ryan follows a standard regimen of questions in his episodes so you can compare each of the answers to hopefully help enlighten you in choosing your residency. Allison is working as a neurologist at a large medical group in a community setting in Colorado. Here are the highlights of the conversation with Allison: When Allison knew she wanted to pursue Neurology: Getting fascinated at neuroscience Her father being a neuropsychologist Why community versus academic: Being drawn more to clinical practice Types of patients: Of all ages - teenagers and up (Pediatric Neurology is a separate specialty with a separate board of accreditation) Fairly healthy and dealing with chronic conditions like migraine People very debilitated by acute neurologic problem like stroke or chronic problem like ALS A typical day in the life of Allison: 8am - 5pm Sees 10 patients a day (This is