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Physicians as Patients Series - Arteriovenous Malformation Part 1
As part of our "Physician as Patient" series, Drs. Andy Southerland and Joe Sirven discuss his experience with a ruptured arteriovenous malformation. If you're attending the AAN Annual Meeting in Denver, you can catch this conversation and more in a live Q&A session on April 16th at 2:30 pm MT at the publication stage.
Evaluation of the Diagnostic Utility of Caveolae-associated Protein 4 (cavin-4) Epitope-based ELISA in Identification of Immune Mediated Rippling Muscle Disease
Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Reghann LaFrance-Corey to discuss her paper "Evaluation of the diagnostic utility of caveolae-associated protein 4 (cavin-4) epitope-based ELISA in identification of immune mediated rippling muscle disease." Show reference: https://index.mirasmart.com/AAN2024/PDFfiles/AAN2024-003093.html
Educating Child Neurology Residents About PNES
Drs. Jeff Ratliff, Dara V. F. Albert, and Afsaneh Talai discuss understanding the gaps in resident education on psychogenic nonepileptic seizures. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/NE9.0000000000200111 This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit www.vyvgarthcp.com for more information.
Intraventricular CARv3-TEAM-E T Cells in Recurrent Glioblastoma
Dr. Kait Nevel and Dr. Elizabeth Gerstner discuss the use of CAR-T cells in the treatment of glioblastoma. Show reference: https://www.nejm.org/doi/10.1056/NEJMoa2314390 This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit www.vyvgarthcp.com for more information.
Defining the CSF Cytokine and Chemokine Signature of Neurosarcoidosis
Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Georgios Mangioris to discuss his paper "Defining the CSF Cytokine and Chemokine Signature of Neurosarcoidosis." Show reference: https://index.mirasmart.com/AAN2024/PDFfiles/AAN2024-005404.html This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit www.vyvgarthcp.com for more information.
A Discussion with Dr. Avindra Nath: Ted Burns Humanism Award Winner - Part 2
In part two of this series, Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Avindra Nathin, the 2024 Ted Burns Humanism in Neurology Award winner about what he strives to do in every patient visit. Show Reference: https://www.aan.com/research/ted-burns-humanism-neurology-award This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit www.vyvgarthcp.com for more information.
Randomized Controlled Trial of iSTAND
Dr. Halley Alexander talks with Dr. Steven Vernino to discuss his paper "Randomized Controlled Trial of Intravenous Immunoblobulin for Autoimmune Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (iSTAND)." Show reference: https://index.mirasmart.com/AAN2024/PDFfiles/AAN2024-002916.html This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit www.vyvgarthcp.com for more information.
Impact of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
Drs. Justin Abbatemarco and Géraldine Androdias discuss the impact of immune checkpoint inhibitors on the course of multiple sclerosis. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/NXI.0000000000200202 This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit www.vyvgarthcp.com for more information.
Space Headaches Experienced by Astronauts
Drs. Jessica Ailani and Willebrordus Petrus Johannes Van Oosterhout discuss the occurrence, characteristics, and evolution of space headaches during long-duration flights. Show Reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000209224 This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit www.vyvgarthcp.com for more information.
IGE Introduction - Part 1
In the first episode of this five-part series, Dr. Irfan Sheikh talks about Idiopathic generalized epilepsy. In this episode, he gives a brief overview of Idiopathic generalized epilepsy. This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit www.vyvgarthcp.com for more information.
Disability in NMOSD vs MOGAD
Dr. Rae Bacharach discusses the Neurology Today article, "How Long-Term Disability Progression Is Different in Neuromyelitis Optica and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein-antibody Associated Disease" by Susan Kreimer, available in the March 7th issue of Neurology Today or at neurologytoday.com. Show References: https://journals.lww.com/neurotodayonline/fulltext/2024/03070/how_long_term_disability_progression_is_different.3.aspx?WT.mc_id=HPxADx20100319xMP https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ana.26858 This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit www.vyvgarthcp.com for more information.
Updates on the NAEC Guidelines
Dr. Halley Alexander goes more in-depth on the new NAEC Guidelines. Show References: https://journals.lww.com/neurotodayonline/fulltext/2024/03070/new_evidence_based_guidelines_for_in__and.6.aspx https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000208087 This podcast is sponsored by argenx. Visit www.vyvgarthcp.com for more information.
Multiple Sclerosis, Rituximab, Hypogammaglobulinemia and Risk of Infections
Dr. Shuvro Roy and Dr. Annette Langer-Gould discuss the effective dose of rituximab and other B-cell depleting therapies in patients with multiple sclerosis, as well as important comorbidities to prevent infection risks. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/NXI.0000000000200211
A Discussion with Dr. Avindra Nath: Ted Burns Humanism Award Winner - Part 1
Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Avindra Nath, the 2024 Ted Burns Humanism in Neurology Award winner. Show Reference: https://www.aan.com/research/ted-burns-humanism-neurology-award
The Role EEG Plays in the Clinical Practice
Naomi Kass discusses the impact EEG plays in clinical practice for neurologists. Show references: https://www.neurology.org/practice-current https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7579192/how-does-eeg-impact-how-you-care-for-patients-with-a-possible-first-seizure
Early Identification of Candidates for Epilepsy Surgery
Dr. Halley Alexander talks about the use of machine learning models to identify candidates for resective epilepsy surgery earlier in the disease course. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000208048
Brain Iron Accumulation in Participants with Acute Post-traumatic Headache
Dr. Tesha Monteith talks with Dr. Simona Nikolova to discuss her paper "Brain Iron Accumulation in Participants with Acute Post-traumatic Headache." Show reference: https://index.mirasmart.com/AAN2024/SearchResults.php?clear=&pg=1&Author=Nikolova%2C+Simona
Effectiveness of Seizure Dogs
Dr. Halley Alexander and Dr. Valérie van Hezik-Wester discuss whether people living with severe medically refractory epilepsy (PSRE) benefit from a seizure dog. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000209178
Neurodevelopmental and Functional Outcomes Following In Utero Exposure to Anti-Seizure Medication
Dr. Halley Alexander, Dr. Genevieve Rayner, and Eliza Honybun discuss the relationship between prenatal antiseizure medication exposure and adverse postnatal neurodevelopmental outcomes. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000209175
Disclosing the Risk Associated with Isolated REM Behavior Disorder
Dr. Jeff Ratliff delves into a conversation around REM sleep behavior disorder and the risks of developing Parkinson disease or parkinsonism disorders. Show reference: https://movementdisorders.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/mdc3.13998?af=R
Cutaneous Phosphorylated Alpha-Synuclein Deposition in Dementia
Dr. Jason Crowell talks with Dr. Christopher Gibbons to discuss his paper "Cutaneous Phosphorylated Alpha-Synuclein Deposition in Dementia with Lewy Bodies and Mild Cognitive Impairment." Show reference: https://index.mirasmart.com/AAN2024/SearchResults.php?Program_Number=PL4.004
Lecanemab in Alzheimer Disease
Dr. Jason Crowell talks with Dr. Anelyssa D' Abreu about her recently posted NeuroByte on key features in Lecanemab. Watch the NeuroByte now!
Clinical Assessment of Anti-IgLON5 Disease
Drs. Jason Crowell and Carles Gaig discuss developing a composite score to assess the severity of the multiple symptoms present in anti-IgLON5 disease. Show Reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000208101
Disparities in Genetic Testing for Neurologic Disorders
Dr. Stacey Clardy and Aaron Baldwin discuss how access to genetic testing may vary based on various factors such as race, ethnicity, sex, socioeconomic status, and insurance status. Reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000209161
Seizure Dogs Reduce Frequency of Seizures, but Discontinuations are Common
Dr. Rae Bacharach discusses the Neurology Today article, "Seizure Dogs Reduce Frequency of Seizures, but Discontinuations Are Common," by Thomas R. Collins, available in the February 28th issue of Neurology or at neurologytoday.com. Show reference: https://journals.lww.com/neurotodayonline/fulltext/2024/03070/seizure_dogs_reduce_frequency_of_seizures,_but.4.aspx
Distinguish Parkinson Disease from Functional Parkinsonism
Dr. Jeff Ratliff discusses how arm swings can help distinguish Parkinson disease from functional Parkinsonism. Show Reference: https://movementdisorders.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/mdc3.13952
Support Medical Research and Funding
In the concluding segment of this four-part series, Dr. Shuvro Roy and Max Goldman recap this year's Neurology on the Hill event. In this last installment, they discuss funding for neurologic research and how the US government is supporting research along with areas of opportunity to expand funding. Read more about the Neurology on the Hill: Issues and Resources.
The Perils and Pitfalls of Global Engagement
Drs. Deanna Saylor, Gretchen Birbeck, and Melody Asukile discuss ways to improve global collaboration among neurologists. Reference: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/article-abstract/2813062
National Association of Epilepsy Centers Updated Guidelines
Dr. Howard Goodkin and Dr. Fred Lado discuss the recently published guidelines by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC) for specialized epilepsy centers. In this interview, they explain why these guidelines are relevant to everyone, not just epileptologists. Read the related guideline piece in Neurology.
Medicare Physician Reimbursement
In the third part of this four-part series, Dr. Shuvro Roy and Max Goldman recap this year's Neurology on the Hill event. In this segment, they discuss Medicare physician reimbursement and the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act. Read more about the Neurology on the Hill: Issues and Resources.
Step Therapy Reform and the Safe Step Act
In the second part of this four-part series, Dr. Shuvro Roy and Max Goldman recap this year's Neurology on the Hill event. In this segment, they highlight one of the important issues discussed at this year's NOH, which is the Safe Step Act. Read more about the Neurology on the Hill: Issues and Resources.
What is Neurology on the Hill?
In the first part of this four-part series, Dr. Shuvro Roy and Max Goldman provide a brief overview of Neurology on the Hill (NOH) for those who may not be familiar with it. Read more about the 2024 Neurology on the Hill event.
Migraine-Related Stigma - Part 2
Drs. Tesha Monteith and Robert Shapiro discuss how neurologist can reduce or mitigate stigma in clinic. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000208074
Migraine-Related Stigma - Part 1
Drs. Tesha Monteith and Robert Shapiro discuss the different types of stigma and how they relate to his paper. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000208074
Multiple Sclerosis and Family Planning
Drs. Shuvro Roy and Riley Bove talk about managing patients with multiple sclerosis as they navigate family planning and pregnancy. Show Reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200222
Multiple Sclerosis and Family Planning
Drs. Shuvro Roy and Riley Bove talk about managing patients with multiple sclerosis as they navigate family planning and pregnancy. Show Reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200222
Women History Minute - Mary Broadfoot Walker
Dr. Alison Christy delves into another women's history minute to discuss Mary Broadfoot Walker.
5-Year Neurology Minute Anniversary
Dr. Stacey Clardy recaps the Neurology Minute over the past five years in this special episode. Our top 5 most listened to episodes: Seizures and Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) Approach to Adult-Onset Cerebellar Ataxia - Part 1 Vagus Nerve Stimulation and Stroke Recovery Small Fiber Neuropathy
Serine-129 Phosphorylation of α-Synuclein
Drs. Jason Crowell and Subhojit Roy discuss evidence that suggests phosphorylated α-synuclein might actually have a role in normal brain cell function. Show Reference: https://www.cell.com/neuron/fulltext/S0896-6273(23)00894-2?_returnURL=https%3A%2F%2Flinkinghub.elsevier.com%2Fretrieve%2Fpii%2FS0896627323008942%3Fshowall%3Dtrue
Neuropathologic Burden and Dementia in Nonagenarians and Centenarians
Drs. Gregg Day, Thomas Montine, and Brenna Cholerton discuss whether the association between neuropathologic burden and dementia in these older groups differs substantially from those seen in younger-old adults. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000208060
American Brain Foundation - Robert C. Griggs, MD, FAAN Fund
Dr. Gordon Smith discusses the remarkable contributions made by Dr. Griggs to the field of neurology. He emphasizes the significance of the Robert C. Griggs, MD, FAAN Endowment Fund in promoting research and innovation in the area of brain disease. Click the link to learn more about the Robert C. Griggs, MD, FAAN Fund.
Women History Minute - Kinuko Suzuki
Dr. Alison Christy delves into another women's history minute to discuss Kinuko Suzuki.
Women History Minute - Florence Rena Sabin
Dr. Alison Christy delves into another women's history minute to discuss Florence Rena Sabin.
Idiopathic Hypersomnia in the Wisconsin Sleep Cohort Study
Drs. Derek Stitt and David T. Plante discuss the Wisconsin Sleep Cohort study to estimate the prevalence of idiopathic hypersomnia. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/abs/10.1212/WNL.0000000000207994
Neurologic Clinical Features of Patients With CTLA4 Deficiency
Dr. Justin Abbatemarco and Prof. Xavier Ayrignac discuss the importance of considering alternative diagnoses for CTLA4 deficiencies. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/wnl.0000000000207609
Lab Minute - CMP
In part 3 of a 3-part series, Dr. Stacey Clardy continues her series on neurology lab tests. Today's Minute focuses on the CMP (comprehensive metabolic panel) test.
Lab Minute - ANCA
In part 2 of a 3-part series, Dr. Stacey Clardy continues her series on neurology lab tests. Today's Minute focuses on the ANCA (antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies) test.
Neurology Lab Minute - ANA
Dr. Stacey Clardy begins a 3-part series on neurology lab tests. Today's Minute focuses on the ANA (antinuclear antibody) test.
UnitedHealth Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Algorithmic Care Denials
Dr. Stacey Clardy and Bob Herman discuss the class action lawsuit that was filed against UnitedHealth Group and its subsidiary, NaviHealth, for using a computer algorithm to "systematically deny claims" of Medicare beneficiaries struggling to recover from debilitating illnesses in nursing homes. Show reference: https://www.statnews.com/2023/11/14/unitedhealth-class-action-lawsuit-algorithm-medicare-advantage/
Blepharoclonus in Parkinsonism - Part 2
In part two of this two-part series, Dr. Jeff Ratliff and Dr. Jason Margolesky discuss what his team found when they looked for the presence or absence of blepharoclonus in patients with Parkinson disease or other Parkinsonian disorders. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/abs/10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200240