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Dr. James Kelly: New Military Protocol for Three or More Concussions

James Kelly, MA, MD, FAAN
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Soldiers who have sustained three concussions will receive a more detailed, mandatory evaluation before returning to combat.

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Posted on BrainLine October 20, 2010.

Produced by Noel Gunther and Brian King, BrainLine.

About the author: James Kelly, MA, MD, FAAN

James Kelly, MA, MD, FAAN, a neurologist, is one of America’s top experts on treating concussions. He currently serves as Executive Director of the Marcus Institute for Brain Health.

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