Utilization of nurse clinicians and physician assistants by Active members and Fellows of the American Academy of Neurology.

A study of 343 Active members and Fellows of the American Academy of Neurology revealed that among 285 responders who spent over 10 hours per week in direct patient care, 198 were in private practice, 69 worked exclusively for institutions, and 18 worked part time in each setting. Eighty-three (29%) used extenders in their practice. Institutionally based neurologists were significantly more likely to use extenders than those in private practice.