Elmwood Park, NJ — Dr. Dariusz Nasiek, MD, a triple board-certified pain management and anesthesiology specialist with Allied Neurology & Interventional Pain Practice, PC, presented an educational program on traumatic brain injury (TBI) for attorneys at the Law Offices of Grosso & Sarkisian in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. The presentation, titled “Traumatic Brain Injury: An Underdiagnosed and Undertreated Serious Condition,” addressed the clinical challenges of identifying TBI after accidents and its growing importance in personal injury litigation in New Jersey.
The program focused on the high rate of missed or delayed TBI diagnoses following motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall incidents, and other traumatic events, particularly when initial imaging appears normal or symptoms develop gradually.
The Law Offices of Grosso & Sarkisian, located at 172 Market Street in Elmwood Park, is a leading Northern New Jersey personal injury law firm. Led by Certified Civil Trial Attorney Paul A. Grosso, the firm brings more than 35 years of experience representing individuals injured in auto accidents, premises liability cases, medical malpractice matters, workers’ compensation claims, and other serious injury cases. The firm is known for its personalized legal representation and close attorney–client communication.
Focus on Traumatic Brain Injury in Personal Injury Cases
During his presentation, Dr. Nasiek emphasized that traumatic brain injury is frequently underdiagnosed after accidents, especially when symptoms such as headaches, cognitive changes, mood disturbances, sleep disruption, and balance problems are subtle or delayed. He noted that these symptoms can significantly affect long-term function, employability, and quality of life, making early recognition essential.
Dr. Nasiek discussed the critical intersection of medicine and law in TBI cases, highlighting how accurate diagnosis, objective testing, and proper medical documentation are vital for both effective patient care and fair legal outcomes. Using case-based examples, he demonstrated how longitudinal neurological follow-up can help correlate clinical findings with the mechanism of injury.
Independent Medical Evaluations for Traumatic Brain Injury
Dr. Nasiek announced that Allied Neurology & Interventional Pain Practice, PC, now offers specialized Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) for patients with suspected traumatic brain injury. These evaluations are designed to provide objective, medically sound assessments suitable for both clinical and medico-legal review.
TBI IMEs may include:
- High-resolution MRI with Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI) to detect subtle white-matter and axonal injury
- Electroencephalography (EEG) to assess abnormal brain activity and functional disturbances
- Comprehensive cognitive and neuropsychological testing to evaluate memory, attention, processing speed, and executive function
Dr. Nasiek emphasized that timely, objective medical evidence plays a critical role in treatment planning and can strengthen insurance claims and legal cases involving traumatic brain injury. He encouraged attorneys to consider advanced neurological evaluation when clients report persistent post-concussive symptoms despite normal initial imaging.
About Allied Neurology & Interventional Pain Practice, PC
Allied Neurology & Interventional Pain Practice, PC, located at 185 Grand Avenue in Englewood, New Jersey, provides comprehensive care for patients with neurologic injuries, chronic pain, and accident-related conditions. The practice integrates detailed neurological evaluation with conservative therapies and advanced interventional pain procedures to help restore function and improve quality of life. Dr. Nasiek is recognized for incorporating advanced diagnostic technologies and minimally invasive treatment strategies in the care of injured patients.
