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A Neurosurgeon on a Mission

Dr. Mark McLaughlin is a practicing neurosurgeon, author, inspirational speaker, coach, and philanthropist with a passion for teaching and sharing. His book "Cognitive Dominance: A Brain Surgeon's Quest to Out-Think Fear" is now available.
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About

Biography of top neurosurgeon, author, coach, and speaker Dr. Mark R. McLaughlin. Sometimes described as a "wrestling coach trapped in a neurosurgeon's body", Dr. McLaughlin has a passion for sharing ideas, education and inspiration. L

Book

Now Available on Amazon: Dr. McLaughlin's book "Cognitive Dominance: A Brain Surgeon’s Quest to Out-Think Fear"                                                                                                                            

Quiz

Assess your cognitive dominance abilities. Improve stress management and decision making.                                                                                                                                                  

Featured Articles and Video
Being Human

In 2023, I traveled to Alaska and sought out a special gift for my children. On my return, I brought back 4 piles of stone created by an indigenous artist for my children. Curious? Let me explain.                                       

Assess The Patient

6 Simple Steps to assessing ANY patient. Perfect for medical professionals trying to upgrade their skills and perfect for patients wondering what to expect. Real Patients and Real Cases                                                  

Your Best Life - Spine, Brain, and Mind Health

A powerful presentation at the CentraState Healthcare Foundation Workshop in the spring of 2016. Living a full and rich life. Actionable intelligence from Dr. Mark McLaughlin.                                                            

Events
Anniversary Book Signing

Watch a replay of the October 13th book signing in Mendham, NJ - We celebrated the 5th Anniversary of the publication of Cognitive Dominance. Book signing, reading, and a Q&A.                                                            

CentraState Summer 2024

Dr. McLaughlin is featured in the Summer 2024 edition of Healthy Directions from CentraState. Learn about the "Perfect Full-Body Exercise"                                                                                                 

NeuroRounds: Virtual Case Conference

Next Event July 1, 2025 - Summer is here and tomorrow's medical leaders are here! Commit to NeuroRounds and Supercharge your future.                                                                                                      

Medicine and Neurosurgery
Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia

Glossopharyngeal neuralgia is a condition characterized by recurring episodes of severe pain in the tongue, throat, ear, and area near the tonsils. An overview from Dr. McLaughlin.                                                       

Chiari Malformation Type 1

Chiari malformation is a condition in which brain tissue protrudes into the spinal canal. Chiari Malformation Type 1 is one of the four most common types of the condition.                                                                

Fighting A Brain Tumor : Act 1 - Informing The Patient

Act One- Fighting a Brain Tumor... Informing the patient. The patient usually knows the words to come long before I sound the first syllable. Almost always, people with cancer in their lives more than look me in the eyes.              

Trigeminal Neuralgia | Tic Douloureux

Trigeminal neuralgia (also called Tic Douloureux) is a chronic pain condition characterized by recurring episodes of extreme, sporadic, sudden burning or electric shock-like face pain.                                                   

Cervical and Lumbar Radiculopathy

Princeton, New Jersey neurosurgeon Dr. Mark McLaughlin discusses spinal radiculopathy. What is it? What are the symptoms? What caused it? What treatments are available to me?                                                            

Cervical Herniated Discs

Cervical Herniated Discs in 2024: An updated perspective on state of art surgical and non-surgical treatment. Anterior Fusion? Posterier? Minimally Invasive? Arthroplasty? What you need to know.