While zopiclone is a highly effective sleep aid, there is controversy about the extent of its addiction potential. In practice, zopiclone is often used for treating insomnia, but it is not uncommon for patients with drug-seeking behaviour to request it.
A neurology doctor, or neurologist, is a healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats disorders affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. He or she can specialize in one area or work more broadly, and can also be either a primary care provider or work in consultation with other healthcare providers.
Neurotologic surgery generally refers to surgery of the inner ear or surgery that involves entering the inner ear with risk to the hearing and balance organs, including labyrinthectomy, cochlear implant surgery, and surgery for tumors of the temporal bone, such as intracanlicular acoustic neuromas.