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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

Challenges and Opportunities in Diagnosing CRAO/BRAO - Part 2

In the second part of this two-part series, Dr. Dan Ackerman talks with Drs. Valérie Biousse and Nancy J. Newman about recent clinical trials, the need for collaboration between stroke neurologists and eye care providers, and the role of technology in improving patient outcomes. Read the article referenced in this interview in the Journal of Stroke & Cerebrovascular Diseases . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Dec 15, 202528 min

Challenges and Opportunities in Diagnosing CRAO/BRAO - Part 1

In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Dan Ackerman talks with Drs. Valérie Biousse and Nancy J. Newman about the clinical presentations, diagnostic challenges, and the importance of accurate diagnosis in managing CRAO and BRAO. Read the article referenced in this interview in the Journal of Stroke & Cerebrovascular Diseases . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Dec 11, 202522 min

Highlights From the 2025 World Stroke Congress

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Seemant Chaturvedi about the highlights from the 17th World Stroke Congress. Learn more on the World Stroke Congress website. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Dec 08, 202520 min

Traumatic Encephalopathy Syndrome in the LETBI Study Cohort

Dr. Alex Menze talks with Dr. Kristen Dams-O'Connor about traumatic encephalopathy syndrome and its relationship with traumatic brain injury. Read the related article in Neurology ® Open Access . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Dec 04, 202528 min

Targeting Self-Described Knowledge Gaps to Improve FND Education among Clinicians

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Dara Albert about the misconceptions surrounding FND, the importance of compassionate communication with patients, and the need for improved educational strategies to address knowledge gaps. Read the related article in Neurology® Education . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Dec 01, 202522 min

December 2025 Recall: Topics on Neuropalliative Care

The December 2025 recall features four previously released episodes focused on neuropalliative care. The episode begins with Dr. Stacey Clardy speaking with Dr. Janis Miyasaki about her path into neurology, the integration of palliative care into neurologic practice, and the essential role of patient-centered care. The conversation continues with Dr. Miranda Wan addressing strategies to enhance training and public awareness to optimize palliative care for patients with neurologic conditions. The...

Dec 01, 20251 hr 27 min

Executive Function Deficits in Genetic Frontotemporal Dementia

Dr. Gregg Day talks with Professor Jonathan Rohrer about the significance of studying individuals at risk of developing genetic frontotemporal dementia, focusing on how early cognitive changes before symptoms appear can inform research and future therapeutic trials. Read the related article in Neurology ®Genetics . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Nov 24, 202518 min

Dementia with Lewy Bodies and Parkinson Disease Dementia

Dr. Jason Crowell talks with Dr. YuHong Fu about the importance of differentiating between dementia with Lewy bodies and Parkinson disease dementia. Read the related article in Nature . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Nov 20, 202513 min

Outcomes After RCVS With Convexity Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

Dr. Dan Ackerman talks with Dr. Isabel Hostettler about the diagnosis, risk factors, and prognosis of RCVS, highlighting the need to recognize symptoms and distinguish it from other causes of subarachnoid hemorrhage. Read the related article in Neurology® . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Nov 17, 202525 min

Podcasting in the Age of AI

In a special episode of the Neurology Podcast, Dr. Stacey Clardy discusses how AI is shaping various aspects of our lives, including podcasts. Read the related article in Neurology ® Open Access . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Nov 13, 202513 min

Super Refractory Status Epilepticus Diagnosis, Management, and Prognostication

Dr. Alison Christy talks with Dr. Matthew Ryan Woodward about the complexities of status epilepticus, focusing on its definitions, the transition to refractory and super-refractory states, and the implications for treatment. Read the related article in Neurology ® Clinical Practice . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Nov 10, 202517 min

Sex-Related Gap in the Use of Disease-Modifying Therapies in Multiple Sclerosis

Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Sandra Vukusic about the disparities in treatment for female patients with multiple sclerosis, particularly focusing on how pregnancy influences treatment decisions and the overall lower exposure to disease-modifying therapies in women compared to men. Read the related article in Neurology ® . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Nov 06, 202520 min

November 2025 Recall: Topics on Muscle and Neuromuscular Diseases

The November 2025 Recall revisits four insightful episodes centered on muscle and neuromuscular diseases. Kicking off the episode is a two-part series on myositis, where Dr. Stacey Clardy speaks with Dr. Andrew Mammen. The episode continues with an interview featuring Dr. Eric Voorn, who discusses the effectiveness of combining personalized, home-based aerobic exercise with coaching to improve physical fitness in individuals with neuromuscular diseases. The episode wraps up with Dr. Elia Sechi d...

Nov 01, 20251 hr 30 min

Persistent Postictal Central Apnea in Focal Seizures

Dr. Katie Krulisky talks with Dr. Stefano Meletti about the incidence and characteristics of postictal central apnea in focal seizures. Read the related article in Neurology ® . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Oct 30, 202517 min

Trends in Prenatal Exposure to Antiseizure Medications

Dr. Katie Krulisky talks with Dr. Rosemary Dray-Spira about trends in prenatal exposure to antiseizure medications over the past decade, according to medication safety profiles. Read the related article in Neurology ® . Read the related North American Antiepileptic Drug Pregnancy Registry . Read the related Continuum article . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Oct 23, 202516 min

Lifestyle Interventions for Global Cognitive Function

Dr. Gregg Day talks with Drs. Laura Baker and Melissa Yu about the impact of lifestyle interventions on cognitive function in older adults. Read the related article in JAMA . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Oct 16, 202525 min

Evolving Insights into the Diagnosis, Management, and Outcomes of PRES

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Dr. Jennifer E. Fugate about posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES), focusing on its clinical presentation, diagnosis, imaging techniques, and management strategies. Read the related article in The Lancet Neurology . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Oct 13, 202515 min

Updates in Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension

Dr. Jessica Ailani talks with Dr. Kathleen Digre about the recognition of symptoms, diagnostic imaging, treatment goals, and the importance of weight loss in managing IIH. Read the related article in JAMA . Read the related article in Neurology ® . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org ....

Oct 09, 202518 min

General vs Nongeneral Anesthesia for EVT in Patients With Large Core Strokes

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Amrou Sarraj about the importance of understanding anesthesia's impact on patient outcomes, the implications for clinical practice, and future research directions in stroke treatment. Read the related article in Neurology ® . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Oct 06, 202522 min

WHO Launches New Technical Brief on Encephalitis

Dr. Kiran Thakur talks with Dr. Ava Easton about the World Health Organization's technical brief on encephalitis. Read the related article in The Lancet . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Oct 02, 202519 min

October 2025 Recall: Topics on Headache

The October 2025 Recall features four previously released episodes on topics related to headache. Dr. Jessica Ailani begins the episode with Dr. Kathleen Digre discussing the evolution of spontaneous intracranial hypotension. The episode transitions into a discussion with Dr. Tesha Monteith and Dr. Peter Goadsby about the classification of headaches. In the third episode, Dr. Jessica Ailani is joined by Dr. Francesca Puledda to discuss global recommendations for migraine. The replay concludes wi...

Oct 01, 20251 hr 37 min

2024 McDonald Criteria

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Dr. Daniel Ontaneda about the 2024 revisions of the McDonald criteria for diagnosing multiple sclerosis. Read the related article in The Lancet Neurology . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Sep 29, 202528 min

Overcoming Colonialism in Pathogen Genomics

Dr. Deanna Saylor talks with Dr. Senjuti Saha about colonialism in global health and the importance of pathogen genomics. Read the related article in The Lancet . Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org .

Sep 25, 202525 min
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