Neurology Minute

Support for Veterans with Brain Injury and PTSD

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Teshamae Monteith talks with Dr. James Kelly about how neurologists can improve traumatic brain injury outcomes. Show references: https://www.brai...

Neuro-behcet Disease

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Eoin Flanagan discusses neuro-behcet disease. 

Prophylaxis Antiseizure Drugs in Aftermath of Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Halley Alexander discusses the article, "Analysis Weighs Use of Prophylaxis Antiseizure Drugs in Aftermath of Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage...

COVID-19 Severity in Multiple Sclerosis

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Eoin Flanagan talks with Dr. Tomas Kalincik about his paper, "Associations of Disease-Modifying Therapies With COVID-19 Severity in Multiple Scler...

Chronic Meningitis

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Stacey Clardy interviews Dr. Allen J. Aksamit about his article, "Chronic Meningitis". Show references: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJM...

HIV Complications - Part 3

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In our final episode on neurologic HIV complications, Dr. Lam will focus on cryptococcal meningitis

HIV Complications - Part 2

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 2 of our 3 part series on neurologic HIV complications, today Dr. Lam will focus on distal sensory polyneuropathy, also known as DSP.

HIV Complications - Part 1

03 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 1 of a 3 part series, Dr. Keng Lam discusses neurologic complications of HIV. Today's episode will focus on HIV-associated neurocognitive diso...

Risk of Aneurysm Rupture After Thrombolysis in Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke and Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysms

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Jyri Virta about the use of thrombolysis for acute ischemic stroke in patients with unruptured intracranial aneury...

Aducanumab: What about the Patient?

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Gregg Day talks with Dr. Ron Petersen about his article, "Aducanumab: What about the Patient?" Show references: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/do...

Continuum: Neurocritical Care

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Katharina M. Busl, MD, MS, FAAN, shares what she learned as the guest editor of the October 2021 Neurocritical Care issue of Continuum. This issue is ...

Thrombosis after Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Derek Stitt discusses the rare cases of thrombosis after the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.

2021 AAN Fall Conference

27 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Stacey Clardy discusses highlights of the upcoming AAN Fall Conference, November 5-7, featuring hot topics in neurology, real-world issues in prac...

Measures of Light Sensitivity in Migraines

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jennifer Bickel talks with Dr. Eric Kaiser about the contribution of melanopsin and cone signals to light-induced reflexive eye closure in migrain...

Aducanumab and the Business of Alzheimer Disease

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jason Crowell discusses the business of Alzheimer's disease and how to approach teaching patients about aducanumab with Dr. Jason Karlawish.

Neurosyphilis - Part 3

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 1 of a 3 part series, Felicia Chow, MD, MAS, discusses her article, "Neurosyphilis" from the August Neuroinfectious Disease Continuum issue. T...

Neurosyphilis - Part 2

21 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of a 3 part series, Felicia Chow, MD, MAS, discusses her article, "Neurosyphilis" from the August Neuroinfectious Disease Continuum issue. T...

Neurosyphilis - Part 1

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 1 of a 3 part series, Felicia Chow, MD, MAS, discusses her article, "Neurosyphilis" from the August Neuroinfectious Disease Continuum issue. T...

Neurologic Safety Monitoring of COVID-19 Vaccines

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jason Crowell talks with Dr. Kiran Thakur about the importance of monitoring COVID-19 vaccines for neurologic adverse events and learning from pas...

Movement Disorders in Anti-IgLON5 Disease

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jeff Ratliff interviews Dr. Carles Gaig about the frequency and types of movement disorders in patients with anti-IgLON5 disease.

Careers in Neurology: Neuro-oncology

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Katrina Ignacio discusses the emerging subspecialty of Neuro-oncology.

Seizures, Status Epilepticus, and Continuous EEG in the Intensive Care Unit - Part 2

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of a 2 part series, Eric S. Rosenthal, MD, discusses the article, "Seizures, Status Epilepticus, and Continuous EEG in the Intensive Care Un...

Seizures, Status Epilepticus, and Continuous EEG in the Intensive Care Unit - Part 1

13 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 1 of a 2 part series, Eric S. Rosenthal, MD, discusses the article, "Seizures, Status Epilepticus, and Continuous EEG in the Intensive Care Un...

CRISPR-Cas9 In Vivo Gene Editing for Transthyretin Amyloidosis

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Alberto Espay talks with Prof. Julian Gillmore about CRISPR-Cas9 in vivo gene editing for transthyretin amyloidosis. Show references: https://www....

The Changing Face of Osmotic Demyelination Syndrome

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Pearce Korb discusses the long-term outcomes of osmotic demyelination syndrome in an updated cohort with Dr. Whitney Fitts.  

Relapsing Polychondritis

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Eoin Flanagan discusses relapsing polychondritis.

The Life-changing Impact of AAN Leadership Programs

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hope O'Brien, MD, FAAN, MBA, discusses her experience with the Diversity Leadership Program and how it helped her achieve her goals. Applications are ...

2021 Legislative Summit

06 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jimenez-Shahed provides an overview of the AAN's legislative priority issues that were the focus of congressional meetings at the recent Legislati...

AAN Position Statement: Ethical Perspectives on Costly Drugs and Health Care

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Gordon Smith talks with Dr. Amy Tsou about the updated AAN Position Statement on ethical concerns raised by high drug costs.

Peter Frampton on His Diagnosis of Inclusion Body Myositis and Rock Music Legacy

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Ted Burns interviews legendary musician Peter Frampton about his experience with inclusion body myositis and his storied career.

Syndromes of Cerebrovascular Dysregulation - Part 2

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of a 2 part series, Aneesh Singhal, MD, FAAN, FANA, FAHA, discusses the article, "Syndromes of Cerebrovascular Dysregulation" from the Octob...

Syndromes of Cerebrovascular Dysregulation - Part 1

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 1 of a 2 part series, Aneesh Singhal, MD, FAAN, FANA, FAHA, discusses the article, "Syndromes of Cerebrovascular Dysregulation" from the Octob...

Careers in Neurology: Neuro-ophthalmology

29 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Katherine Fu talks about the interesting field of neuro-ophthalmology

Data-Driven vs Consensus Diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Emily Edmonds discusses data-drive versus consensus diagnosis of MCI.

Ethical Considerations in Dementia Diagnosis and Care: AAN Position Statement

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Winston Chiong discusses the AAN position statement on ethical considerations in dementia diagnosis and care.

Reflex Epilepsy and Bathing

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Fabio Nascimento talks about two types of reflex epilepsy: hot water epilepsy and bathing epilepsy.

Neurologic Complications of Lyme Disease - Part 2

23 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of a 2 part series, Karen Roos, MD, FAAN, discusses her article, "Neurologic Complications of Lyme Disease" from the August Neuroinfectious...

Neurologic Complications of Lyme Disease - Part 1

22 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 1 of a 2 part series, Karen Roos, MD, FAAN, discusses her article, "Neurologic Complications of Lyme Disease" from the August Neuroinfectious...

Multiple Sclerosis Quality Measures

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Alex Rae Grant discusses the recent AAN update to the MS quality measurement set.

Acute and Chronic Effects of Multiple Concussions on Midline Brain Structures

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Nathan Churchill discusses the effects of multiple concussions on midline brain structures.

Nutritional Counseling and Stroke Prevention - Part 2

17 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Karima Benameur continues to talk about the role of nutrition counseling in stroke prevention.

Nutritional Counseling and Stroke Prevention - Part 1

16 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Karima Benameur talks about the role of nutrition counseling in stroke prevention.

Careers in Neurology: Pediatric Vascular Neurology

15 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Katherine Fu gives insight to the interesting field of pediatric vascular neurology.

Comparison of MRI Lesion Evolution in Different Central Nervous System Demyelinating Disorders

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Eoin Flanagan discusses MRI lesion evolution in different CNS demyelinating disorders.

Brain Processing of a Visual Self-Motion Study in Patients With Migraine: An fMRI Study

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Gabriel Carvalho discusses her recent study on the brain's processing of visual self-motion in patients with migraine.

Careers in Neurology: Headache Medicine

10 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Katherine Fu talks about the interesting field of headache medicine.

Parasitic Infections of the Peripheral Nervous System - Part 2

09 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of a 2 part series, Hector H. Garcia, MD, PhD, discusses his article, "Parasitic Infections of the Nervous System" from the August Neuroinf...

Parasitic Infections of the Peripheral Nervous System - Part 1

08 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 1 of a 2 part series, Hector H. Garcia, MD, PhD, discusses his article, "Parasitic Infections of the Nervous System" from the August Neuroinf...

Progression of Clinical Features in Lewy Body Dementia Can Be Detected Over 6 Months

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Elie Matar discusses the progression of clinical features in Lewy Body Dementia.

Neuroprosthesis for Decoding Speech in a Paralyzed Person with Anarthria

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Edward Chang discusses his paper recently published in NEJM on decoding speech in a paralyzed person with anarthria. Show reference: https://www.n...

Autoantibody Results Not Clearly Correlated with Clinical Syndrome - Part 4

03 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part four of a four-part series, Dr. Justin Abbatemarco discusses a controversy in autoimmune neurology

Autoantibody Results Not Clearly Correlated with Clinical Syndrome - Part 3

02 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part three of a four-part series, Dr. Justin Abbatemarco discusses a controversy in autoimmune neurology

Cost-Effectiveness of Aducanumab

01 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Brian Callaghan discusses the AAN's comments at a recent ICER meeting on the cost-effectiveness of aducanumab, the newly approved drug for Alzhei...

CSF α-Synuclein Real-Time Quaking-Induced Conversion Assay in Dementia With Lewy Bodies

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Simone Baiardi discusses the most important points from his recent paper on dementia with Lewy bodies.

Association of Central Hypersomnia and Fatigue in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Anne-Laure Dubessy explores the role of central hypersomnia and fatigue in patients with MS.

Approach to Adult-Onset Cerebellar Ataxia - Part 6

27 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 6 of a 6 part series, Dr. Vikram Karnik discusses the approach to adult-onset cerebellar ataxia.

Approach to Adult-Onset Cerebellar Ataxia - Part 5

26 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 5 of a 6 part series, Dr. Vikram Karnik discusses the approach to adult-onset cerebellar ataxia.

Vagus Nerve Stimulation and Stroke Recovery

25 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Halley Alexander discusses vagus nerve stimulation.

Reducing Out-of-Pocket Costs for Multiple Sclerosis Drugs

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Daniel Hartung discusses out-of-pocket costs for MS drugs.

Sex, Exercise, and Other Benign Causes of Thunderclap Headache

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jonathan Smith discusses benign causes of thunderclap headache

Autoantibodies Not Clearly Correlated with A Clinical Syndrome - Part 2

20 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part two of a four-part series, Dr. Justin Abbatemarco discusses a controversy in autoimmune neurology.

Autoantibodies Not Clearly Correlated with A Clinical Syndrome - Part 1

19 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part one of a four-part series, Dr. Justin Abbatemarco discusses a controversy in autoimmune neurology.

Reducing Persistent Disability in Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis

18 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Rae Bacharach discusses the Neurology Today article, "Robust Gains Against Persistent Disability in Pediatric MS Reported." Show reference: https...

Patient Perceptions of FDA Approval

17 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jason Crowell discusses patient perceptions of FDA approval.

Update in the Management of Cerebral Aneurysms

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Dileep Yavagal discusses the management of cerebral aneurysm.

Drug Toxicity - Part 3

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part three of a three-part series, Dr. Derek Stitt discusses drug toxicity as a cause for neurological presentation.

Drug Toxicity - Part 2

12 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part two of a three-part series, Dr. Derek Stitt discusses drug toxicity as a cause for neurological presentation.

Drug Toxicity - Part 1

11 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part one of a three-part series, Dr. Derek Stitt discusses drug toxicity as a cause for neurological presentation.

Safety and Efficacy of Coma Induction Following First-Line Treatment in Status Epilepticus: A 2-Center Study

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Pia De Stefano discusses how her study findings could impact the management of status epilepticus.

Case Presentation of RCVS and Clinical Management

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Andy Southerland discusses presentation and clinical management of reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome (RCVS).

NIH and the History of Neurology Residency in the US

06 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Chris Boes discusses the influence of the NIH on the history of neurology residency in the United States

Cardiovascular Health in People with Epilepsy

05 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Halley Alexander discusses the Neurology Today article, "Higher Risk of Cardiovascular Events in Patients with Epilepsy." Show references: https...

Disparities in Dementia Evaluations for Black, Hispanic, and Asian Patients

04 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Rae Becharach discusses the Neurology Today article, "Substantial Disparities in the Diagnosis and Comprehensiveness of Dementia Evaluations for B...

Psychiatric Disorders in Children and Adolescents With Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jon Stone discusses psychiatric disorders in children with psychogenic nonepileptic seizures.

Presentations of Thunderclap Headache

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Alexandra Cocores discusses the top causes of thunderclap headache and its presentation.

Approach to Adult-onset Cerebellar Ataxia - Part 4

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 4 of a 6 part series, Dr. Vikram Karnik discusses the approach to adult-onset cerebellar ataxia.

Approach to Adult-onset Cerebellar Ataxia - Part 3

29 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 3 of a 6 part series, Dr. Vikram Karnik discusses the approach to adult-onset cerebellar ataxia.

Continuum: Headache

28 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matthew Robbins, MD, FAAN, FAHS, shares what he learned as the guest editor of the June 2021 Headache issue of Continuum. This issue is available to ...

Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Svetlana Blitshteyn discusses the best management approach for POTS and its link with viruses like COVID-19.

Surgical Approach to Thymectomy and Remission Rates in Myasthenia Gravis

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Joseph Shrager discusses the impact of the surgical approach to thymectomy upon remission rates in myasthenia gravis.

Vaccine Response in Patients with MS

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Rae Bacharach discusses the Neurology Today article, "Study Finds Greatly Reduced Immune Response to Pfizer Vaccine in MS Patients on Ocrelizumab...

Amyloid-related Imaging Abnormalities (ARIA)

22 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco discusses a potential complication related to anti-amyloid antibody therapy called amyloid-related imaging abnormalities (ARIA...

2021 AAN Sports Concussion Conference

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Fabio Nascimento discusses the upcoming 2021 AAN Sports Concussion Conference

RCVS: Symptoms, Incidence, and Resource Utilization

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Will Rondeau discusses the symptoms, incidence, and resource utilization of reversible cerebrovascular vasoconstriction syndrome with Dr. Jessica Mag...

Ischemic Stroke and Atrial Fibrillation: When to Start Treatment

19 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Andy Southerland discusses the optimization of atrial fibrillation treatment and stroke prevention with Dr. Seemant Chaturvedi.

Other Primary Headache Disorders - Part 3

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 3 of a 3 part series, Jonathan H. Smith, MD, FAHS, discusses his article, "Other Primary Headache Disorders" from the June Headache Continuum ...

Other Primary Headache Disorders - Part 2

15 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of a 3 part series, Jonathan H. Smith, MD, FAHS, discusses his article, "Other Primary Headache Disorders" from the June Headache Continuum ...

Other Primary Headache Disorders - Part 1

14 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 1 of a 3 part series, Jonathan H. Smith, MD, FAHS, discusses his article, "Other Primary Headache Disorders" from the June Headache Continuum ...

Natural History of Afferent Baroreflex Failure in Adults

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Guillaume Lamotte. discusses the natural history of afferent baroreflex failure.

Havana Syndrome

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Clifford Saper discusses Havana Syndrome.

Neurology Residency Accreditation in the US

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Chris Boes discusses the history of neurology residency and accreditation in America.

Careers in Neurology: Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

08 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Katherine Fu discusses neurodevelopmental disabilities

MS and COVID-19

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Rae Bacharach discusses the Neurology Today article, "How Do Patients with Multiple Sclerosis Fare with COVID-19?: An MS Registry Offers Some Clue...

Neurologic Workup in New Onset Psychosis

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Josep Dalmau discusses NMDAR antibodies in patients with first episode psychosis and the utility of criteria for autoimmune psychosis.

Aducanumab in Alzheimer's Disease

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Daniel Gibbs discusses his Alzheimer's disease diagnosis and experience participating in a clinical trial for aducanumab. Show references: https...

How to Use Patients' Sleep Tracker Data

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Halley Alexander discusses the Neurology Today article, "As Consumer Sleep Trackers Gain in Popularity, Sleep Neurologists Seek More Data to Asses...

Preventative Migraine Treatment - Part 3

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 3 of a 3 part series, Rebecca Burch, MD, FAHS, discusses her article, "Preventive Migraine Treatment" from the June Headache Continuum issue. ...

Preventative Migraine Treatment - Part 2

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of a 3 part series, Rebecca Burch, MD, FAHS, discusses her article, "Preventive Migraine Treatment" from the June Headache Continuum issue....

Preventative Migraine Treatment - Part 1

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part 1 of a 3 part series, Rebecca Burch, MD, FAHS, discusses her article, "Preventive Migraine Treatment" from the June Headache Continuum issue....

A Discussion With Mary Post, the AAN CEO

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Stacey Clardy interviews Mary Post, the CEO of the AAN.