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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

Outcomes Following Acute Plasma Exchange for MOGAD

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Drs. John Chen and Smathorn Thakolwiboon about the outcomes following plasma exchange in MOGAD and explore how the findings from this study can inform patient care. Read the related article in Neurology ® . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Sep 15, 202518 min

Updates on All Things Myositis – Part 2

In part two of this two-part series, Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Andrew Mammen about treatment options, real-world case studies, and future directions in myositis research. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Sep 04, 202533 min

Updates on All Things Myositis – Part 1

In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Andrew Mammen about the different types of myositis, approaches to diagnosis, available diagnostic tools, and the evolving roles of MRI and biopsy in clinical practice. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Sep 01, 202523 min

September 2025 Recall: Topics on Epilepsy

The September 2025 Recall replay highlights four previously released episodes focused on epilepsy. Dr. Halley Alexander begins the series with Dr. Juan Luis Alcala-Zermeno, discussing outcomes of epilepsy surgery in patients with tonic-clonic seizures. She then speaks with Dr. Samuel W. Terman about patients' perceived seizure risk, seizure risk tolerance, and approaches to risk counseling. In the third episode, Dr. Alexander is joined by Dr. Vineet Punia to explore factors influencing the decis...

Sep 01, 20251 hr 20 min

FDG-PET-Based Machine Learning Framework to Support Neurologic Decision-Making

Dr. Trey Bateman talks with Dr. David T. Jones about how the StateViewer system leverages FDG-PET imaging and machine learning to improve diagnostic accuracy and clinical decision-making for Alzheimer disease and related disorders. Read the related article in Neurology ® . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Aug 21, 202514 min

Implications for Diagnostic Criteria for Primary Lateral Sclerosis

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Drs. Michael A. Van Es and Eva de Boer about the current diagnostic criteria for PLS, the role of genetic testing, and the clinical implications for patient management. Read the related article in Neurology ® . Read the additional related article mentioned in this episode . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Aug 14, 202522 min

Long-Term Fatigue Following Transient Ischemic Attack

Dr. BJ Hicks talks with Drs. Birgitte Hede Ebbesen and Boris Modrau about the study's methodology, findings, and implications for clinical practice, emphasizing the need for better awareness and support for TIA patients. Read the related article in Neurology ®. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Aug 11, 20259 min

The Effect of Epilepsy Surgery on Tonic–Clonic Seizures

Dr. Halley Alexander talks with Dr. Juan Luis Alcala-Zermeno about the outcomes of epilepsy surgery, specifically for patients with tonic-clonic seizures. Read the related article in Epilepsia . Read the additional related article in Epilepsia . Listen to the previous podcast episode mentioned in this episode. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Aug 04, 202519 min

August 2025 Recall: Topics on Dementia Diagnosis

The August 2025 recall spotlights four previously released episodes on topics related to dementia diagnosis. The episode begins with Dr. Amy Brodtmann discussing the complexities of diagnosing frontotemporal dementia in clinical practice. Next, Dr. Joseph Therriault delves into the use of plasma biomarkers in diagnosing Alzheimer disease. In the third episode, Dr. Trey Bateman discusses the growing significance of blood-based biomarkers in Alzheimer disease. The episode concludes with Dr. Gregg ...

Aug 01, 20251 hr 44 min

Medical Student Perspectives on Stigma in FND

Dr. Kathryn Krulisky talks with Dr. Jordan Garris about educational gaps in understanding FND, the impact of stigma on patient care, and the importance of empathy in medical training. Read the related article in Neurology® Education . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Jul 31, 202521 min

A Phase 3 Trial of Upadacitinib for Giant-Cell Arteritis

Dr. Shuvro Roy talks with Dr. Daniel Blockmans about the efficacy and safety of upadacitinib as a treatment option for giant-cell arteritis. Read the related article in The New England Journal of Medicine . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Jul 28, 202516 min

Clinical Approach to Dementia Risk in Patients with Parkinson Disease

Dr. Jason Crowell talks with Dr. Daniel Weintraub about clinical considerations and strategies for effective communication when addressing cognitive concerns in patients with Parkinson disease. Read the related article in Neurology ® . Listen to the related podcast episode with Dr. Jeff Ratliff . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Jul 24, 202524 min

Efficacy of Aerobic Exercise and Coaching on Physical Fitness in Neuromuscular Disease

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Dr. Eric L. Voorn about the efficacy of combined personalized home-based aerobic exercise and coaching on physical fitness in people with neuromuscular diseases, compared with usual care. Read the related article in Neurology ® . Read the additional article that was referenced. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Jul 14, 202516 min

hES Cell-Derived Dopaminergic Neurons for Parkinson Disease

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Claire Henchcliffe about the study's key findings while emphasizing the importance of educating patients about stem cell therapies and the ongoing advancements in this field. Read the related article in Nature . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Jul 10, 202532 min

Insights from the AAN's Resident Survey

Dr. Jason Crowell talks with Dr. Brian E. Emmert about the results from the 2022 AAN Resident Survey and explore areas for future improvement. Read the related article in Neurology® Education . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Jul 07, 202512 min

July 2025 Recall: Practice of Neurology

The July 2025 recall features four episodes on systems and innovation in delivering neurologic care. The episode begins with Dr. Scott Friedenberg discussing challenges faced by neurologists in balancing financial productivity with optimal patient care. The episode leads into a conversation with Dr. Marisa Patryce McGinley discussing the utilization of telemedicine in neurology, particularly focusing on disparities in access among different demographic groups. The conversation transitions to Dr....

Jul 02, 20251 hr 11 min

Prehospital Large-Vessel Occlusion Stroke Detection Scales

Dr. Dan Ackerman talks with Drs. Luuk Dekker and Jasper D. Daems about analyzing various anterior-circulation large-vessel occlusion (aLVO) stroke detection scales to determine which one is the most useful for prehospital triage. Read the related article in Neurology ® . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Jun 30, 202517 min

Role of Central Sensitization Syndrome in Patients With Autonomic Symptoms

Dr. Elizabeth Coon talks with Dr. Peter Novak about how central sensitization plays a role in the autonomic symptoms-sings dichotomy and the importance of addressing both conditions for optimal treatment. Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Jun 23, 202515 min

Patient Perspectives on Antiseizure Medication Discontinuation

Dr. Halley Alexander talks with Dr. Samuel W. Terman about patients' perceived seizure risk, seizure risk tolerance, and risk counseling techniques. Read the related article in Neurology ® Clinical Practice . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Jun 12, 202528 min
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