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Learning Objectives
1.Illustrate the epidemiology and economic impact of headaches.
2.Demonstrate the pathophysiology of headaches.
3.Recognize the signs and symptoms of headaches, focusing on history and physical exam, and discuss the role of an interpreter in assessing non-English proficient patients.
4.Identify the appropriate imaging modalities for headaches and their specific indications.
5.Describe the epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of migraine headaches.
6.Differentiate the signs and treatments for cluster and tension headaches.
7.Identify the secondary causes of headaches.
8.Compare and contrast the differences between acute and chronic headaches.
9.Recognize indications for specialist referral.
10.Analyze medico-legal issues surrounding headache diagnosis and management.