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Neurology® Podcast

American Academy of Neurologywww.neurology.org
The Neurology Podcast provides practical information for neurologists and clinicians to practice the best possible medicine for patients. Examining methods and findings in peer-reviewed journals, the show provides insights that impact clinical practice and patient care. From the journal Neurology and the American Academy of Neurology, providing education and expert analysis since 2007.
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Episodes

Seizure Action Plans in Pediatric Convulsive Status Epilepticus

Dr. Halley Alexander talks with Dr. Coral M. Stredny about the management of pediatric convulsive status epilepticus, focusing on the importance of seizure action plans and adherence to treatment protocols. Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Jun 05, 202517 min

Clinical Reasoning Series: Intracerebral Hemorrhage and Tortuous Retinal Arterioles

Dr. Nadia Khalil talks with Dr. Jean Bouchart about the diagnostic approach to intracerebral hemorrhage, the causes of cerebral small vessel disease, and the interpretation of biomolecular tests. Read the related article in Neurology® Resident & Fellow Section . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Jun 02, 202514 min

June 2025 Recall: Topics on Stroke

The June 2025 replay features four previously released stroke episodes. It begins with Dr. Cheryl Bushnell discussing the 2024 primary stroke prevention guidelines, followed by an interview with Dr. Phillip Ferdinand on the connection between smoking and young cryptogenic stroke. Next, Dr. Aaron Shoskes addresses the vascular risk burden in young adults with stroke. The replay concludes with Dr. Seemant Chaturvedi's overview from the International Stroke Conference. Podcast links: 2024 Guideline...

Jun 01, 20251 hr 4 min

Biopsy-Confirmed Small Vessel Primary CNS Vasculitis

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Drs. Sumanth Reddy and Jeffrey Gelfand about the complexities of small vessel predominant primary CNS vasculitis, clinical features, and the impact of early intensive immunosuppressive therapy on remission. Read the related article in Neurology® Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

May 29, 202519 min

Clinical Criteria for LATE

Dr. Greg Cooper talks with Dr. David A. Wolk about limbic predominant age-related TDP-43 encephalopathy (LATE) discussing its clinical features, diagnostic criteria, and the importance of recognizing this condition in the context of Alzheimer disease. Read the related article . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

May 26, 202521 min

False Positivity of Acetylcholine Receptor Autoantibodies in Clinical Practice

Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Elia Sechi about the importance of understanding lab test results, the performance characteristics of assays, and the real-world implications of false positives in myasthenia gravis testing. Read the related article in Neurology® . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

May 22, 202518 min

2025 AAN President's Award Recipient - Dr. Janis Miyasaki

Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Janis Miyasaki about her journey into neurology, the integration of palliative care into neurologic practice, and the critical importance of patient-centered care. Read more about the 2025 AAN President's Award . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

May 12, 202529 min

Spontaneous Intracranial Hypotension Updates

Dr. Jessica Ailani talks with Dr. Kathleen Digre about the evolution of spontaneous intracranial hypotension (SIH) diagnosis and treatment over the past decade. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

May 08, 202524 min

Understanding Blood-Based Biomarkers in Alzheimer Disease

Dr. Dan Ackerman talks with Dr. Trey Bateman about the significance of blood-based biomarkers in Alzheimer disease. Purchase Annual Meeting On Demand to get access to the recordings and the ability to claim CME through March 1, 2026. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

May 05, 202526 min

May 2025 Recall: Topics on Myasthenia Gravis

The May 2025 recall features four previously posted episodes on myasthenia gravis. The first episode has Dr. Fredrik Piehl discussing rituximab for new-onset generalized MG. In the second episode, Dr. Vera Bril explores the potential use of immunoglobulin as a corticosteroid-sparing agent in MG patients. The third episode features Dr. Ali A. Habib discussing trends in hospital admissions and in-hospital mortality for adult MG patients. The series concludes with Dr. Jennifer Morganroth addressing...

May 02, 202558 min

Diagnosis of Alzheimer Disease Using Plasma Biomarkers

Dr. Greg Cooper talks with Dr. Joseph Therriault about the use of plasma biomarkers in diagnosing Alzheimer disease, emphasizing the importance of interpreting these biomarkers within the clinical context of the patient. Read the related article in Nature . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

May 01, 202522 min

Women With Genetic Epilepsies

Dr. Halley Alexander talks with Dr. Paula Marques about sex differences in genetically determined epilepsies. Read the related article in Neurology ® Genetics . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Apr 28, 202528 min

BTK Inhibitors in Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Dr. Jiwon Oh about Bruton Tyrosine Kinase (BTK) Inhibitors and the recent data on tolebrutinib in multiple sclerosis. Read the related article on Tolebrutinib versus Teriflunomide in The New England Journal of Medicine . Read the related article on Tolebrutinib in Nonrelapsing Secondary Progressive MS in The New England Journal of Medicine . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Apr 21, 202521 min

The Landscape of Adult Neurology Residency Didactic Curricula in the United States

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Harry W. Sutherland about diversity in teaching methods, the balance between clinical responsibilities and educational opportunities, and innovative models like the academic half day. Read the related article in Neurology ® Education . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Apr 17, 202520 min

Characterizing Prodrome in Migraine

Dr. Jessica Ailani talks with Dr. Richard B. Lipton about the significance of recognizing prodromal symptoms, the findings from the PRODROME trial, and the implications for clinical practice. Read the related article with Neurology® Clinical Practice . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Apr 14, 202518 min

Reducing Health Care Costs with Functional Seizures Clinic Referral

Prof. Jon Stone talks with Dr. Laura Strom and Meagan Watson about changes in total emergency department and inpatient visits and costs before and after referral to a specialized, comprehensive functional seizure treatment clinic. Read the related article with Neurology ® Clinical Practice . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Apr 10, 202519 min

Neurology® Open Access

Neurology ® Open Access has officially launched. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Ratliff and NOA Editor, Dr. Amy C. Kunchok share insights about Neurology ® Open Access (NOA). Read more about Neurology® Open Access in this editorial, and visit the Neurology® Open Access website. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Apr 07, 202513 min

April 2025 Recall: Physicians as Patients

The April 2025 replay showcases five compelling physician-as-patient stories. The episode begins with Dr. Franzi Herpich sharing her personal experience of suffering a stroke. It then transitions into a two-part series on arteriovenous malformation, featuring stories from Dr. Joe Sirven and Dr. Amy Hessler. The fourth episode highlights Dr. Eric Seachrist's journey with multiple sclerosis. In the final episode, Dr. Andrea Lendaris discusses her experience with Usher syndrome type 2A and her ongo...

Apr 02, 20251 hr 25 min

Trends and Disparities in the Utilization of Thymectomy for MG in the US

Dr. Gordon Smith talks with Dr. Jennifer Morganroth about the increase in thymectomy procedures following the MGTX trial, the differences in access to these surgeries among various demographic groups, and the growing role of minimally invasive surgical techniques. Read the related article in Neurology ® Clinical Practice . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Mar 31, 202512 min

Ten Years of Neurology® Genetics

Dr. Andrea Gropman talks with Dr. Stefan Pulst about the significant advancements in Neurology ® Genetics over the past decade. Read the related article in Neurology ® Genetics . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Mar 27, 202515 min

Global Recommendations for Migraine

Dr. Jessica Ailani talks with Dr. Francesca Puledda about the International Headache Society's global practice recommendations for the acute and preventive treatment of migraine. Read the related recommendations for the acute pharmacological treatment of migraine in Sage Journals . Read the related recommendations for pharmacological treatment of migraine in Sage Journals . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Mar 24, 202526 min

Association of Smoking and Young Cryptogenic Ischemic Stroke

Dr. Dan Ackerman talks with Dr. Phillip Ferdinand about the association between smoking and young cryptogenic ischemic stroke. Read the related article in Neurology® Open Access . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Mar 20, 202515 min

Revolutionizing ALS Treatment: The Tofersen Breakthrough

Dr. Gordon Smith talks with Dr. Timothy Miller about compelling patient stories and clinical data that highlight the potential for recovery in ALS patients, emphasizing the importance of early intervention and understanding the disease mechanisms. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Mar 17, 202518 min

Frontotemporal Dementia Differential Diagnosis in Clinical Practice

Dr. Trey Bateman talks with Dr. Amy Brodtmann about the complexities of diagnosing FTD and related disorders, emphasizing the need to understand frontal network impairments and the importance of behavioral assessments and psychiatric history in clinical practice. Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Mar 13, 202528 min
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