Neurology® Podcast

October 2025 Recall: Topics on Headache Oct 01, 2025

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 with Dr. Jessica Ailani’s conversation with Dr. Richard B. Lipton on characterizing PRODROME in migraine.

Podcast links:

Spontaneous Intracranial Hypotension Updates

Understanding the Classification of Headaches and the Science Behind Them

Global Recommendations for Migraine

Characterizing Prodrome in Migraine

Article links:

ICHD-4 Editorial

International Headache Society Global Practice Recommendations

Characterizing Prodrome (Premonitory Phase) in Migraine

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

2024 McDonald Criteria Sep 29, 2025

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.

Overcoming Colonialism in Pathogen Genomics Sep 25, 2025

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.

Characteristics and Motivations of People With ALS Who Pursue Medical Aid in Dying - Part 2 Sep 22, 2025

In the second part of this two-part series, Dr. Robert Holloway talks with Dr. Carolyn Rennels about legal and ethical considerations, the importance of interdisciplinary support, and the emotional impact on clinicians.

Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Characteristics and Motivations of People With ALS Who Pursue Medical Aid in Dying - Part 1 Sep 18, 2025

In the first part of this two-part series, Dr. Robert Holloway talks with Dr. Carolyn Rennels about the background of the study, the definition and practice of MAID, and the main reasons that lead ALS patients to consider it.

Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Outcomes Following Acute Plasma Exchange for MOGAD Sep 15, 2025

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.

Advancements in Neurology: A Conversation with Dr. Walter Koroshetz - Part 2 Sep 11, 2025

In part two of this two-part series, Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Walter Koroshetz about overcoming funding challenges, the importance of rigor and reputation, unmet needs in neurology, and leveraging AI in neurology research.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Advancements in Neurology: A Conversation with Dr. Walter Koroshetz - Part 1 Sep 08, 2025

In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Walter Koroshetz about recent advancements in neurology, emerging genomic therapies, the evolving understanding of long COVID, and current NINDS priorities.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Updates on All Things Myositis – Part 2 Sep 04, 2025

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.

Updates on All Things Myositis – Part 1 Sep 01, 2025

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.

September 2025 Recall: Topics on Epilepsy Sep 01, 2025

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 decision to continue or discontinue anti-seizure medications at discharge for patients hospitalized with acute symptomatic seizures. The replay concludes with Dr. Katie Krulisky’s conversation with Dr. Leah Blank on how outpatient follow-up impacts readmission rates in older adults with epilepsy or seizures

Podcast links:

The Effect of Epilepsy Surgery on Tonic–Clonic Seizures

Patient Perspectives on Antiseizure Medication Discontinuation

Understanding Acute Symptomatic Seizures

Outpatient Follow-Up With 30-Day Readmission After Epilepsy or Seizure Discharge

Article links:

The Effect of Epilepsy Surgery on Tonic–Clonic Seizures

Patient Perspectives on Antiseizure Medication Discontinuation

Antiseizure Medication Use and Outcomes After Suspected or Confirmed Acute Symptomatic Seizures

Association of Outpatient Follow-Up With 30-Day Readmission After Epilepsy or Seizure Discharge in Medicare Beneficiaries Aged 65 and Older

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

GLP-1RA–Associated Diabetic Lumbosacral Radiculoplexus and Common Fibular Neuropathies Aug 28, 2025

Dr. Alex Menze talks with Dr. Christopher J. Klein about the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of diabetic lumbosacral radiculoplexus neuropathy and common fibular neuropathy in the context of GLP-1RA.

Read the related article in Neurology®.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Stability and Accuracy of a Diagnosis of Parkinson Disease Over 10 Years Aug 25, 2025

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Valtteri Kaasinen about the clinical challenges of diagnosing Parkinson disease and how that diagnosis can evolve over time.

Read the related article in Neurology®.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

FDG-PET-Based Machine Learning Framework to Support Neurologic Decision-Making Aug 21, 2025

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.

Optimal Timing of Anticoagulation After Ischemic Stroke and Atrial Fibrillation Aug 18, 2025

Dr. Dan Ackerman talks with Dr. Urs Fischer about the optimal timing of anticoagulation after ischemic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation.

Read the related article in The Lancet.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Implications for Diagnostic Criteria for Primary Lateral Sclerosis Aug 14, 2025

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.

Long-Term Fatigue Following Transient Ischemic Attack Aug 11, 2025

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.

Time Course and Severity of Cognitive Changes as a Function of Aβ Positivity and APOE Genotype in Alzheimer Disease Aug 07, 2025

Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Casey R. Vanderlip about whether the accelerated decline in episodic memory among APOE4 carriers is due to increased Aβ deposition or heightened susceptibility to Aβ-related effects.

Read the related article in Neurology®.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

The Effect of Epilepsy Surgery on Tonic–Clonic Seizures Aug 04, 2025

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.

August 2025 Recall: Topics on Dementia Diagnosis Aug 01, 2025

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 Day discussing the clinical implications of using plasma biomarkers in real-world patient care.

Podcast links:

Frontotemporal Dementia Differential Diagnosis in Clinical Practice

Diagnosis of Alzheimer Disease Using Plasma Biomarkers

Understanding Blood-Based Biomarkers in Alzheimer Disease

Diagnostic Performance of Plasma Biomarkers in the Outpatient Memory Clinic

Article links:

Frontotemporal Dementia Differential Diagnosis in Clinical Practice

Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease Using Plasma Biomarkers Adjusted to Clinical Probability

Diagnostic Performance of Plasma p-tau217 and Aβ42/40 Biomarkers in the Outpatient Memory Clinic

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Medical Student Perspectives on Stigma in FND Jul 31, 2025

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.

A Phase 3 Trial of Upadacitinib for Giant-Cell Arteritis Jul 28, 2025

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.

Clinical Approach to Dementia Risk in Patients with Parkinson Disease Jul 24, 2025

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.

Embolic Stroke of Undetermined Source Treated With Antiplatelet Agents or Anticoagulation Jul 21, 2025

Dr. Dan Ackerman talks with Dr. James Ernest Siegler about the complexities of treating ESUS and emphasizes the importance of personalized treatment approaches based on individual patient factors.

Read the related article in Neurology®.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Diagnostic Performance of Plasma Biomarkers in the Outpatient Memory Clinic Jul 17, 2025

Dr. Trey Bateman talks with Dr. Gregg Day about the study design, findings, and clinical implications of using plasma biomarkers in real-world patient care.

Read the related article in Alzheimer's & Dementia.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Efficacy of Aerobic Exercise and Coaching on Physical Fitness in Neuromuscular Disease Jul 14, 2025

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.

hES Cell-Derived Dopaminergic Neurons for Parkinson Disease Jul 10, 2025

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.

Insights from the AAN's Resident Survey Jul 07, 2025

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.

July 2025 Recall: Practice of Neurology Jul 02, 2025

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. Lidia Moura talking about the implications of large language models for neurologic care. The episode concludes with Dr. Ashish D. Patel discussing headache referrals and the implementation of a design thinking approach to improve access to headache care.

Podcast links:

Empowering Health Care Providers

Disparities in Utilization of Outpatient Telemedicine for Neurologic Care

Large Language Models for Quality and Efficiency of Neurologic Care

Using Design Thinking to Understand the Reason for Headache Referrals

Article links:

Empowering Health Care Providers: A Collaborative Approach to Enhance Financial Performance and Productivity in Clinical Practice

Disparities in Utilization of Outpatient Telemedicine for Neurologic Care

Implications of Large Language Models for Quality and Efficiency of Neurologic Care: Emerging Issues in Neurology

Using Design Thinking to Understand the Reason for Headache Referrals and Reduce Referral Rates

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Prehospital Large-Vessel Occlusion Stroke Detection Scales Jun 30, 2025

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.

2025 European Stroke Organization Conference Highlights Jun 26, 2025

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Seemant Chaturvedi about several studies presented at the 2025 European Stroke Organization Conference (ESOC).

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Role of Central Sensitization Syndrome in Patients With Autonomic Symptoms Jun 23, 2025

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.

Acute Symptomatic Seizures During CAR T-Cell Therapy for Hematologic Malignancies Jun 19, 2025

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Brin E. Freund about the evaluated incidence and risk factors for acute symptomatic seizures during CAR T-cell therapy.

Read the related article in Neurology®.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Electronic Medical Record Alert to Prevent Iatrogenic Interventions in Patients With PNES Jun 16, 2025

Dr. Halley Alexander talks with Dr. Serena Yin about the effectiveness of an electronic medical record best practice alert in preventing iatrogenic interventions for patients with a diagnosis of psychogenic nonepileptic seizures.

Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Patient Perspectives on Antiseizure Medication Discontinuation Jun 12, 2025

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.

Outpatient Follow-Up With 30-Day Readmission After Epilepsy or Seizure Discharge Jun 09, 2025

Dr. Katie Krulisky talks with Dr. Leah Blank about the impact of outpatient follow-up on readmission rates for older adults with epilepsy or seizures.

Read the related article in Neurology®.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Seizure Action Plans in Pediatric Convulsive Status Epilepticus Jun 05, 2025

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.

Clinical Reasoning Series: Intracerebral Hemorrhage and Tortuous Retinal Arterioles Jun 02, 2025

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.

June 2025 Recall: Topics on Stroke Jun 01, 2025

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 for the Primary Prevention of Stroke

Association of Smoking and Young Cryptogenic Ischemic Stroke

Vascular Risk Factor Burden Among Young Adults with Ischemic Stroke

Overview from the 2025 International Stroke Conference

Article links:

2024 Guideline for the Primary Prevention of Stroke

Association of Smoking and Young Cryptogenic Ischemic Stroke: A Case-Control Study

Temporal Trends in Vascular Risk Factor Burden Among Young Adults With Ischemic Stroke: The Florida Stroke Registry

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Biopsy-Confirmed Small Vessel Primary CNS Vasculitis May 29, 2025

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.

Clinical Criteria for LATE May 26, 2025

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.

False Positivity of Acetylcholine Receptor Autoantibodies in Clinical Practice May 22, 2025

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.

Transforming Neurology Education: Evaluating Teaching Incentive Programs May 19, 2025

Dr. Roy E. Strowd talks with Dr. Susannah Cornes about a teaching incentive initiative designed to support and reward faculty in academic neurology.

Read the related article in Neurology® Education.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Body-First Lewy Body Disease Observed in Postmortem Tissue from Prediagnostic Individuals May 15, 2025

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Per Borghammer about the classification of Lewy body disease into brain-first and body-first subtypes, with a focus on the newly identified parasympathetic and sympathetic subtypes within the body-first category.

Read the related article in Nature.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

2025 AAN President's Award Recipient - Dr. Janis Miyasaki May 12, 2025

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.

Spontaneous Intracranial Hypotension Updates May 08, 2025

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.

Understanding Blood-Based Biomarkers in Alzheimer Disease May 05, 2025

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 2025 Recall: Topics on Myasthenia Gravis May 02, 2025

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 the increase in thymectomy procedures post-MGTX trial, disparities in access to these surgeries among different demographic groups, and the rise of minimally invasive surgical techniques.

Podcast links:

Efficacy and Safety of Rituximab for New-Onset Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

Corticosteroid-Sparing Effects of Immunoglobulin in Myasthenia Gravis

Hospitalizations and Mortality from MG Hospitalizations and Mortality From Myasthenia Gravis

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

Article links:

Efficacy and Safety of Rituximab for New-Onset Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial of the Corticosteroid-Sparing Effects of Immunoglobulin in Myasthenia Gravis

Hospitalizations and Mortality From Myasthenia Gravis

Trends and Disparities in the Utilization of Thymectomy for Myasthenia Gravis in the United States

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Diagnosis of Alzheimer Disease Using Plasma Biomarkers May 01, 2025

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.

Women With Genetic Epilepsies Apr 28, 2025

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.

Understanding the Classification of Headaches and the Science Behind Them Apr 24, 2025

Dr. Tesha Monteith talks with Dr. Peter Goadsby about advances in headache science and classification.

Read the editorial about ICHD-4.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

BTK Inhibitors in Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Apr 21, 2025

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.

The Landscape of Adult Neurology Residency Didactic Curricula in the United States Apr 17, 2025

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.

Characterizing Prodrome in Migraine Apr 14, 2025

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.

Reducing Health Care Costs with Functional Seizures Clinic Referral Apr 10, 2025

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.

Neurology® Open Access Apr 07, 2025

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.

A Discussion with Dr. Gebreyohanns: 2025 Ted Burns Humanism in Neurology Award Apr 03, 2025

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Mehari Gebreyohanns, the recipient of the 2025 Ted Burns Humanism in Neurology Award, about his journey into stroke care, the BORNE initiative, and the challenges faced in global neurology.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

April 2025 Recall: Physicians as Patients Apr 02, 2025

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 ongoing battle with acute and chronic health challenges.

Podcast links:

Physician as Patient - Stroke

Physicians as Patients Series - Arteriovenous Malformation - Part 1

Physicians as Patients Series - Arteriovenous Malformation - Part 2

Physician as Patient Series - Multiple Sclerosis

Physicians as Patients Series - Inclusivity of Physicians with Disabilities

April 2022 Recall: Physician as Patient

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Trends and Disparities in the Utilization of Thymectomy for MG in the US Mar 31, 2025

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.

Ten Years of Neurology® Genetics Mar 27, 2025

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.

Global Recommendations for Migraine Mar 24, 2025

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.

Association of Smoking and Young Cryptogenic Ischemic Stroke Mar 20, 2025

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.

Revolutionizing ALS Treatment: The Tofersen Breakthrough Mar 17, 2025

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.

Frontotemporal Dementia Differential Diagnosis in Clinical Practice Mar 13, 2025

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.

The Best of Headache Medicine from 2024: A Year in Review Mar 10, 2025

Dr. Tesha Monteith talks with Dr. Patricia Pozo-Rosich about the latest advancements in headache medicine, focusing on key research findings from 2024.

Investigating Whether Dissemination in Time Is Essential to Diagnose Relapsing MS Mar 06, 2025

Dr. Alison Christy talks with Dr. Wallace J. Brownlee about whether dissemination in time (DIT) is necessary to make a diagnosis of MS in patients who fulfill a high number of dissemination in space (DIS) criteria.

Read the related article in Neurology.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Overview from the 2025 International Stroke Conference Mar 03, 2025

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Seemant Chaturvedi about the latest findings from the International Stroke Conference, focusing on advancements in stroke treatment and recovery.

Read more about the TRANSPORT2 trial.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

March 2025 Recall: Topics on Peripheral Neuropathy and Radiculopathy Mar 01, 2025

The March 2025 replay features four previously released episodes focused on peripheral neuropathy and radiculopathy. The episode begins with Dr. Anne Oaklander discussing the association between long COVID and the development of polyneuropathy affecting small-fiber axons. This is followed by another interview with Dr. Oaklander, where she shares key takeaways for clinicians regarding the management of small-fiber neuropathy. The third segment features Drs. Raymond Price and Brian Callaghan discussing practice guidelines for painful diabetic neuropathy. The episode concludes with Dr. Carmel Armon addressing the efficacy of epidural steroid injections in treating cervical and lumbar spinal stenosis and radiculopathies.

Podcast Links:

Peripheral Neuropathy and Prolonged COVID

Relapsing-Remitting Immunotherapy Responsive SFN

Practice Guidelines for Painful Diabetic Neuropathy

Epidural Steroids for Cervical and Lumbar Radicular Pain and Spinal Stenosis

Article Links:

Peripheral Neuropathy Evaluations of Patients With Prolonged Long COVID

Relapsing-Remitting Immunotherapy Responsive Small-Fiber Neuropathy

Epidural Steroids for Cervical and Lumbar Radicular Pain and Spinal Stenosis Systematic Review Summary

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Exploring GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for Neurodegeneration Feb 27, 2025

Dr. Vikram Karnik talks with Dr. Lorraine V. Kalia about the potential role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in neurodegenerative diseases, the current state of research, preclinical evidence, and future directions for GLP-1 agonists.

Read the related article in The Lancet.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Vascular Risk Factor Burden Among Young Adults with Ischemic Stroke Feb 24, 2025

Dr. BJ Hicks talks with Dr. Aaron Shoskes about the rising incidence of ischemic stroke in young adults.

Read the related article in Neurology®.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Epidural Steroids for Cervical and Lumbar Radicular Pain and Spinal Stenosis Feb 20, 2025

Dr. Alex Menze talks with Dr. Carmel Armon about the efficacy of epidural steroid injections in cervical and lumbar spinal stenosis and radiculopathies, assessing short-term and long-term improvements in pain and disability.

Read the related article in Neurology®.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

The Neurologist's Role in Promoting Brain Health Feb 17, 2025

Dr. Greg Cooper talks with Dr. Gregg Day about practical approaches for screening assessments and preventive interventions that neurologists can implement to enhance the brain health of their patients at all stages of life.

Read the related article in Neurology.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Consensus Recommendations for the Management of Neurosarcoidosis Feb 13, 2025

Dr. Shuvro Roy talks with Dr. Giovanna S. Manzano about the management of neurosarcoidosis, highlighting the challenges in diagnosis, treatment approaches, and the importance of collaboration among specialists.

Read the related article in Neurology: Clinical Practice.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Effects of Intensive Lifestyle Changes on the Progression of MCI or Early Dementia Feb 11, 2025

Dr. Greg Cooper discusses with Dr. Dean Ornish how lifestyle interventions can significantly enhance cognition and function in patients, providing hope where traditional drug treatments have fallen short.

Read the related article in Springer Nature.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

New Restless Leg Syndrome Guidance Feb 06, 2025

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. John W. Winkelman about the new clinical practice guidelines for treating restless legs syndrome and periodic limb movement disorder, covering diagnosis, treatment options, and future management insights.

Read the related article in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

New Restless Leg Syndrome Guidance Feb 06, 2025

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. John W. Winkelman about the new clinical practice guidelines for treating restless legs syndrome and periodic limb movement disorder, covering diagnosis, treatment options, and future management insights.

Read the related article in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Dementia Prevention, Intervention, and Care Feb 03, 2025

Dr. Greg Cooper talks with Prof. Gill Livingston about new hopeful evidence about dementia prevention, intervention, and care.

Read the related article in The Lancet.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

February 2025 Recall: Topics on Neurology Education Feb 01, 2025

The February 2025 replay showcases four episodes on the topic of neurology education. The episode begins with Drs. Dara V. F. Albert and Afsaneh Talai addressing the gaps in resident education on psychogenic nonepileptic seizures. This is followed by an engaging interview with Drs. Sarah Louise Edwards and Zachary London, who delve into the current state of game-based learning in neuroscience education. In the third episode, Dr. Catherine Albin discusses the essential elements of effective educational social media posts. The series concludes with Drs. Rachel Gottlieb-Smith and Kathryn Xixis examining the impact of artificial intelligence on residency recruitment.

Podcast Links:

Educating Child Neurology Residents About PNES

Game Based Learning in Neuroscience

Features of Educational Social Media Posts

Artificial Intelligence in Residency Recruitment

Article Links:

Education Research: Educating Child Neurology Residents About Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures

Game-Based Learning in Neuroscience: Key Terminology, Literature Survey, and How To Guide to Create a Serious Game

Education Research: Making a Tweetorial Fly: Features of Educational Social Media Posts Associated With High Sharing and Engagement

Artificial Intelligence in Residency Recruitment

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

The Brain’s Action-Mode Network Jan 30, 2025

Dr. Jason Crowell talks with Dr. Nico U. F. Dosenbach about the brain's action mode network, focusing on resting state functional connectivity and the significance of the action mode network in relation to other networks.

Read the related article in Nature Reviews Neuroscience.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Ten Years of Neurology® Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation Jan 27, 2025

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Dr. Josep Dalmau about the evolution of Neurology: Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation over the past decade, and how it has emerged as a leading journal in clinical and translational neuroimmunology.

Read the related article in Neurology: Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Superhuman Performance of a LLM on the Reasoning Tasks of a Physician Jan 23, 2025

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Adam Rodman about the implications of large language models in clinical reasoning and diagnostics.

Read the related article on arXiv.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Attitudes and Perceptions on Palliative Care Jan 20, 2025

Dr. Derek Stitt talks with Dr. Miranda M. Wan about improving training and public awareness to optimize palliative care for patients with neurologic conditions.

Read the related article in Neurology: Clinical Practice.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

CSF Correction Factors for Traumatic Lumbar Puncture in Adults Jan 16, 2025

Dr. Alexander Menze talks with Dr. Adrian Budhram about the common challenges faced by neurologists when interpreting cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) results, particularly in cases of traumatic lumbar punctures.

Read the related article in Neurology: Clinical Practice.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Changes in Cerebral and Hypothalamic Structure With Sleep Dysfunction in Patients With Genetic FTD Jan 13, 2025

Dr. Trey Bateman talks with Dr. Simon Ducharme and Tristin Best about changes in hypothalamic structure across the lifespan in patients with genetic FTD and whether these changes related to sleep dysfunction.

Read the related article in Neurology.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Paraneoplastic Neurologic Syndromes Associated With Merkel Cell Carcinoma Jan 09, 2025

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Dr. Nicolás Lundahl Ciano-Petersen about the clinical and immunologic profile of patients with paraneoplastic neurologic syndromes associated with Merkel cell carcinoma.

Read the related article in Neurology: Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Using Design Thinking to Understand the Reason for Headache Referrals Jan 06, 2025

Dr. Tesha Monteith talks with Dr. Ashish D. Patel about headache referrals and the implementation of a design thinking approach to improve access to headache care.

Read the related article in Neurology: Clinical Practice.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Empowering Health Care Providers Jan 02, 2025

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Scott Friedenberg about the challenges faced by neurologists in balancing financial productivity with optimal patient care

Read the related article in Neurology: Clinical Practice.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

January 2025 Recall: Rise of the Science Sleuths Jan 01, 2025

Ring in the new year with the January 2025 replay of previously released episodes discussing the rise of science sleuths. In this three-part series Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Elisabeth Bik and Dr. Matthew Schrag about critical issues surrounding research integrity and misconduct.

Podcast Links:

The Rise of the Science Sleuths - Part 1

The Rise of the Science Sleuths - Part 2

The Rise of the Science Sleuths - Part 3

Article Link:

The Rise of the Science Sleuths

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Clinical Implementation of fMRI and EEG to Detect CMD Dec 30, 2024

Dr. Neha Dangayach talks with Drs. Yelena Bodien and Brian Edlow about the concept of cognitive motor dissociation (CMD) in neurocritical care, highlighting its implications for patient assessment and treatment.

Read the related article in Neurology: Clinical Practice.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Disparities in Utilization of Outpatient Telemedicine for Neurologic Care Dec 26, 2024

Dr. Shuvro Roy talks with Dr. Marisa Patryce McGinley about outpatient telemedicine utilization for neurologic conditions and identify potential disparities.

Read the related article in Neurology: Clinical Practice.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

2024 Guideline for the Primary Prevention of Stroke Dec 23, 2024

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Cheryl Bushnell about the significance of these guidelines, essential messages for clinicians, lifestyle factors influencing stroke risk, unique considerations for women’s health, and the necessity to bridge knowledge gaps in stroke prevention.

Read the 2024 Guideline for the Primary Prevention of Stroke.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

IGLON5 Frequency in Idiopathic REM Sleep Behavior Disorder Dec 19, 2024

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Ron Postuma about the clinical features associated with IGLON5 positivity, emphasizing the implications for practitioners in diagnosing and treating sleep and movement disorders.

Read the related article in Neurology: Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Artificial Intelligence in Residency Recruitment Dec 16, 2024

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Drs. Rachel Gottlieb-Smith and Kathryn Xixis about the impact of artificial intelligence on residency recruitment in neurology, focusing on its potential benefits and pitfalls.

Read the related article in Neurology: Education.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Central Mechanisms of Cough and Their Neurologic Implications Dec 12, 2024

Dr. Derek Stitt talks with Dr. Reece Hass about the neuroanatomy of the cough reflex, the relationship between cough and pain, and specific neurological conditions that can lead to neurogenic cough.

Read the related article in Neurology.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Medical Forecasting Dec 10, 2024

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Drs. Claire J. Creutzfeldt and Robert G. Holloway about the concept of medical forecasting, its importance in clinical practice, and the skills necessary for effective prognostication.

Read the related article in JAMA.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Distinguishing Prodromal Dementia with Lewy Bodies from Prodromal Alzheimer Disease Dec 05, 2024

Dr. Vikram Karnik talks with Dr. Kate Wyman-Chick about distinguishing prodromal dementia with Lewy bodies from prodromal Alzheimer disease, the importance of early diagnosis, and the implications for clinical practice.

Read the related article in Neurology: Clinical Practice.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Uncertainties Regarding Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis Dec 02, 2024

Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Bhooma Aravamuthan about the modern definition of cerebral palsy, the philosophical implications of diagnostic labels, and the need for clarity in clinical practice.

Read the related article in Neurology: Clinical Practice.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

December 2024 Recall: Topics in Autoimmune Neurology Dec 01, 2024

The December 2024 replay wraps up the year with five previously posted episodes on autoimmune neurology. The episode begins with Drs. Michael R. Wilson and John Pluvinage discussing transcobalamin antibodies. The episode leads into an interview with Dr. Andrew McKeon, who talks about paraneoplastic CAMKV autoimmune encephalitis. In the third episode, Dr. Maarten Titulaer discusses long-term outcomes and rehab in NMDAR encephalitis. The episode continues with Prof. Zsolt Illes discussing the mortality of patients with AQP4 antibody–seropositive neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder compared with that in the general population. In the final episode, Drs. Marius Ringelstein and Ilya Ayzenberg discuss the effectiveness and safety of Eculizumab in routine clinical care.

Podcast Links:

Transcobalamin receptor Antibodies in Autoimmune Vitamin B12 Central Deficiency

Paraneoplastic CAMKV Autoimmune Encephalitis

Long-Term Outcomes and Rehabilitation in Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis

Mortality in a Danish NMO Cohort

Eculizumab Use in Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorders

Article Links:

Transcobalamin Receptor Antibodies in Autoimmune Vitamin B12 Central Deficiency

Paraneoplastic Calmodulin Kinase-Like Vesicle-Associated Protein (CAMKV) Autoimmune Encephalitis

Long-Term Cognitive, Functional, and Patient-Reported Outcomes in Patients With Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis

Mortality of the Danish Nationwide AQP4 Antibody-Seropositive Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder Patient Cohort

Eculizumab Use in Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorders: Routine Clinical Care Data From a European Cohort

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Understanding Acute Symptomatic Seizures Nov 28, 2024

Dr. Halley Alexander talks with Dr. Vineet Punia about factors influencing the decision to continue or discontinue anti-seizure medications at discharge for patients hospitalized with acute symptomatic seizures.

Read the related article in JAMA.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

Features of Educational Social Media Posts Nov 25, 2024

Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Catherine Albin about the key features of educational social media posts, strategies for creating impactful content, the importance of visual appeal, and the role of community engagement in neurology education.

Read the related article in Neurology: Education.

Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

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