In this episode, editor-in-chief Joseph E. Safdieh, MD, FAAN, highlights articles studies showing persistent fatigue after TIA, the neurologic complications of measles, and the impact of the dismantling of a CDC surveillance program of epilepsy.
Jun 19, 2025•4 min
In this episode, editor-in-chief Joseph E. Safdieh, MD, FAAN, highlights articles studies showing persistent fatigue after TIA, the neurologic complications of measles, and the impact of the dismantling of a CDC surveillance program of epilepsy.
Jun 05, 2025•4 min
In this episode, editor-in-chief Joseph E. Safdieh, MD, FAAN, highlights articles about early studies finding dopamine cellular therapies were safe and tolerable for patients with Parkinson’s, use of GLP-1 agonists were associated with reduced dementia risks, and the FDA use of accelerated approvals for several neurology drugs are under scrutiny.
May 15, 2025•4 min
In this episode, editor-in-chief Joseph E. Safdieh, MD, FAAN, highlights articles finding microplastics in the brain postmortem linked to dementia, the salary gap between men and women neurologies, and neurologists studying the impact of microgravity on the brain.
May 01, 2025•4 min
In this episodeof Neurology Today in 5, Neurology Today editor-in-chief Joseph E. Safdieh, MD, FAAN, discusses a large trial that found high-dose Vitamin D reduced MRI evidence of disease activity in patients with clinically isolated syndrome or early relapsing MS; an animal brain map, revealing changes in inflammation, immune activity, and cell repair that preceded the appearance of MS lesions; and a discussion of the challenges and opportunities of using AI in neurology education.
Apr 17, 2025•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on the newly approved drug for neurofibromatosis 1 with plexiform neuromas in adults, how neurology practices are integrating with multiple subspecialties, and the impact of federal cuts to DEI grants and research.
Apr 03, 2025•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on the impact of NIH cuts to indirect research costs, response to a new guideline on migraine prevention from ACP, and an updated position statement from the AAN on seizures, driver licensures, and medical reporting.
Mar 20, 2025•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on the larger lifetime burden of dementia than projected, an AI-fueled program that detects hidden features in EEGs for epilepsy detection, and neurology-trained pharmacists who are working with neurology departments.
Mar 06, 2025•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on new data on IVF safety for women with MS, an elevated protein associated with loneliness, social isolation and brain function, and the role of community-based neurologists in drug development.
Feb 20, 2025•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on the pros and cons of virtual neurology education, the FDA approval of tirzepatide for obesity-related obstructive sleep apnea, and the promise of AI for glioma assessment.
Feb 06, 2025•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on the safety of middle meningeal artery embolization for chronic subdural hematoma, the processed red meat and risk for dementia, and editors’ picks for the best advances of 2024.
Jan 16, 2025•4 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on the latest Cochrane review of magnesium sulfate to prevent cerebral palsy; a novel mRNA system for gene therapy for muscular dystrophies, and the perception of CTE and suicidality risk in retired NFL players.
Jan 02, 2025•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on proposed updated criteria for diagnosing MS before symptoms manifest, the use of large language models to address administrative burden with electronic medical records, and the growth of training programs in neonatal neurocritical care.
Dec 19, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on a study highlighting three-year outcomes for patients with anti-NMDAR encephalitis, an analysis comparing the diagnostic efficacy of skin biopsies vs. CSF tests for human prion diseases, and the ways in which a graduate degree in public health and/or business administration can shape career pathways for neurologists.
Dec 05, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on the higher risk for cardiovascular effects with certain antiseizure therapies on adults with epilepsy, the impact of social determinants of health on children with MS, and the status of coverage for blood-based tests for Alzheimer’s disease.
Nov 21, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on fever prevention and stroke outcomes, the impact of air pollution and other environmental toxins on Parkinson’s, and the role of cholesterol overload in ALS progression and disease risk.
Nov 07, 2024•4 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on the potential of a new blood biomarker for ALS, a PACP-targeted migraine therapy, and a real-world review of data on eculizumab for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder. This Podcast is being Sponsored by LocumTenens.com
Oct 17, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights articles on Eastern equine encephalitis relief, systems developed to meet demand for anti-amyloid therapies, and a new protocol for timely diagnosis and treatment for eye stroke in the emergency department. This Podcast is being Sponsored by LocumTenens.com
Oct 03, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief highlights new findings on brain pathways in placebo pain relief, that Parkinson’s gene variants are more common than thought, and why there is momentum behind new blood biomarker tests for Alzheimer’s.
Sep 19, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today’s editor-in-chief highlights a new workgroup’s recommendations on biomarkers for diagnosing Alzheimer’s, AI’s ability to track Parkinson’s severity from brief videos, and the latest research on how racism leads to neural changes and accelerated aging.
Sep 05, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief discusses data on the association between weight loss drugs and a rare type of optic neuropathy, ethical issues around normothermic regional perfusion, and how neurologists are onboarding and training advanced practice practitioners in comorbid cancer and stroke.
Aug 15, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief discusses data on the complex interaction between body composition, vascular health, and neurodegenerative disease, Tenecteplase in an extended treatment window and stroke-related disability, and gene expression in cormorbid cancer and stroke.
Jul 31, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief discusses data on an angiotensin receptor for blocker for hypertension associated with reduced risk for epilepsy, a study finding first responders to 9-11 clean-up sites had an increased risk for early dementia, and dementia experts comment on approval of donanemab.
Jul 18, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief discusses data on the effectiveness of rescue therapies when endovascular thrombectomy fails, how first-seizure clinics reduce hospitalizations, and AI’s use in sleep neurology.
Jul 04, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief discusses a paper advising against prematurely withdrawing life support for severe TBI, data showing those with the highest composite score of inflammatory markers had a greater risk for stroke, original reporting stressing that residency programs and applicants need to adopt more strategic approaches to managing the overwhelming volume of applications. This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit www.vyvgarthcp.com for more information....
Jun 20, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief discusses a push among neurocritical care experts to develop a code procedure for intracerebral hemorrhage, new findings showing people with Havana syndrome have functional neurologic disorder, and a study reporting distal symmetric polyneuropathy is more prevalent but less diagnosed in primary care clinics in low-income areas. This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit www.vyvgarthcp.com for more information....
Jun 06, 2024•5 min
In this week’s podcast, Neurology Today ’s editor-in-chief discusses a new study reporting better outcomes with surgical removal of hematoma in intracerebral hemorrhage, disparities in access to diagnosis and care for epilepsy, and the challenges that remain for women in neurology research.
May 16, 2024•5 min
Neurology Today Editor-in-Chief Joseph E. Safdieh, MD, FAAN, highlights new articles that discuss program directors’ response to the use of generative AI for personal statements, the good news for neurology based on the 2024 Match Day, and the AHS statement on CGRP-targeting therapies as a game changer for migraine treatment.
May 02, 2024•5 min
Neurology Today Editor-in-Chief Joseph E. Safdieh,MD, FAAN, highlights new research that explores an association between myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue and long COVID; negative phase 3 findings on AMX0035 for ALS, and the pending approval of donanemab for Alzheimer’s disease.
Apr 18, 2024•5 min
Neurology Today Editor-in-Chief Joseph E. Safdieh,MD, FAAN, highlights new research that casts doubt on the future of BTK inhibitors for MS, an assessment of the cost-effectiveness of lecanemab, and findings that COVID vaccines are not significantly associated with adverse neurologic events.
Apr 04, 2024•4 min