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Neurology® Podcast

American Academy of Neurology·Hosted by Justin Abbatemarco, Stacey Clardy, Greg Cooper and Jeff Ratliff·1000 episodes

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The Neurology Podcast provides practical information for neurologists and clinicians to practice the best possible medicine for patients. Examining methods and findings in peer-reviewed journals, the show provides insights that impact clinical practice and patient care. From the journal Neurology and the American Academy of Neurology, providing education and expert analysis since 2007.

Why listen

Neurology® Podcast turns current neurology research into concise clinical conversations with rotating physician hosts including Dr. Justin Abbatemarco, Dr. Stacey Clardy, Dr. Greg Cooper, and Dr. Jeff Ratliff. Each episode pairs a clinician host with a researcher or specialist to unpack journal findings, guidelines, complex cases, and practice implications. It is best for neurologists, trainees, and medically curious listeners who want evidence-focused updates without a long lecture format.

Series(8)

Episodes

22 min
Jul 20, 2026
Exploring Military Sexual Trauma and Migraine Among US Veterans

Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. John Ney about the link between military sexual trauma and migraine among US veterans.  Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

14 min
Jul 16, 2026
Preparing ALS Clinics to Provide Longitudinal Care for Individuals Carrying ALS Risk Variants

Dr. Derek Stitt talks with Dr. Jennifer Morganroth about the evolving landscape of genetic testing in ALS, the importance of longitudinal care for at-risk individuals, and the capacity challenges faced by clinics.  Read the related article in Neurology® Genetics.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

17 min
Jul 13, 2026
When Drug Marketing Masquerades as Clinical Trials

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Sukhun Kang about seeding trials and other hidden marketing tactics in clinical trials, and their implications for clinical practice and patient care.  Read the related article on The Conversation.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

30 min
Jul 9, 2026
Neurology® at 75: The Evolution of the Neurology Journal

To celebrate 75 years of Neurology®, Dr. Chris Boes talks with Dr. José Merino about the journal's history, its evolution, and what lies ahead for the future of Neurology®.  Read more about the first 75 years of Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

22 min
Jul 6, 2026
Navigating the Transition From Pediatric to Adult Epilepsy Care

Dr. Dara Albert talks with Dr. Scott Perry about improving the transition from pediatric to adult epilepsy care.  Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice.   Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

16 min
Jul 2, 2026
Communication About Uncertainty During PD Diagnostic Consultations

Dr. Greg Cooper talks with Dr. Elisabeth Kurpershoek about how clinicians communicate uncertainty during Parkinson disease diagnosis and how this impacts patient trust and understanding.  Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

1 hr 8 min
Jul 1, 2026
July 2026 Recall: Updates in Epilepsy

The July 2026 Recall features four previously posted episodes related to updates in epilepsy. The episode opens with Dr. Rosemary Dray-Spira discussing trends in prenatal exposure to antiseizure medications over the past decade. The episode continues with Dr. Page Pennell discussing antiseizure medication management during pregnancy and postpartum. The episode then transitions into a conversation with Dr. Matthew Ryan Woodward on the complexities of status epilepticus, focusing on its definitions, the transition to refractory and super-refractory states, and the implications for treatment. In the final episode, Dr. Stefano Meletti discusses the incidence and characteristics of postictal central apnea in focal seizures.  Podcast links:  Trends in Prenatal Exposure to Antiseizure Medications  Antiseizure Medication Dosing Strategy During Pregnancy and Early Postpartum in Women With Epilepsy in MONEAD  Super Refractory Status Epilepticus Diagnosis, Management, and Prognostication  Persistent Postictal Central Apnea in Focal Seizures  Article links:  Trends in Prenatal Exposure to Antiseizure Medications Over the Past Decade A Nationwide Study  Antiseizure Medication Dosing Strategy During Pregnancy and Early Postpartum in Women With Epilepsy in MONEAD   Super-Refractory Status Epilepticus Diagnosis, Management, and Prognostication  Persistent Postictal Central Apnea in Focal Seizures  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

28 min
Jun 29, 2026
Comparing Sensitivity of Nerve Biopsy, Skin Biopsy, and Fat Aspirate in ATTRv-PN

Dr. Katie Krulisky talks with Dr. Marcus Pinto about the diagnosis and management of hereditary ATTR amyloidosis.  Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

25 min
Jun 25, 2026
2026 European Stroke Organization Conference

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Seemant Chaturvedi about recent research presented at the 2026 European Stroke Organization Conference.  Read more about TAPIS trial.  Read more about the ODEA-TIA trial.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

12 min
Jun 22, 2026
Safety and Efficacy of Satralizumab in Patients with Relapsing MOGAD

Dr. Shuvro Roy talks with Dr. Michael Levy about satralizumab for treating relapsing MOGAD, current management challenges, and the encouraging results of this new therapy.  Read more about this abstract.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

15 min
Jun 18, 2026
The Role of Social Media in Neurology Trainees' Professional Identity Formation

Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Gabriela Figueiredo Pucci about how participation in a social media community influenced PIF and career development among neurology trainees.  Read the related article in Neurology® Education.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

25 min
Jun 15, 2026
Neurology Wait Times After Primary Care or Emergency Department Visits

Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. John Ney about wait times for new neurology office visits among commercially insured persons in the United States.  Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

20 min
Jun 11, 2026
Comparative Accuracy of TCD, TTE, TEE, and Cardiac CT for Detecting Right-to-Left Shunt in ESUS

Dr. Dan Ackerman talks with Dr. Reza Bavarsad Shahripour about the diagnostic performance of 4 major modalities: TCD, TTE, TEE, and cardiac CT in patients with embolic stroke of undetermined source.  Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

14 min
Jun 8, 2026
Miv-cel CD19 CAR T-Cell Therapy Shows Efficacy and Safety in Stiff Person Syndrome

Dr. Shuvro Roy talks with Dr. Amanda L. Piquet about the efficacy and safety of miv-cel in patients with stiff person syndrome.  Read more about this abstract on the AAN website.   Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

18 min
Jun 4, 2026
New Resident Guide to Stroke Alerts - Part 2

In part two of this series, Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Dan Ackerman about a few rapid‑fire concepts from the 2026 guidelines, focusing on what is new and how emerging data may shape patient care. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

21 min
Jun 1, 2026
New Resident Guide to Stroke Alerts - Part 1

In part one of this series, Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Dan Ackerman about the latest guidelines for managing acute ischemic stroke, emphasizing thrombolytic therapy, imaging techniques, and decision-making regarding treatment in extended time windows. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

1 hr 4 min
Jun 1, 2026
June 2026 Recall: Topics on Parkinsonian Disorders

The June 2026 Recall highlights four previously posted episodes on parkinsonian disorders. The episode begins with Dr. Valtteri Kaasinen discussing the clinical challenges of diagnosing Parkinson disease and how that diagnosis can evolve over time. The discussion continues with Dr. YuHong Fu, who addresses the importance of differentiating between dementia with Lewy bodies and Parkinson disease dementia. The third episode features Dr. Daniel Weintraub discussing clinical considerations and strategies for effective communication when addressing cognitive concerns in patients with Parkinson disease. The episode concludes with Prof. Franziska Hopfner discussing the frequency and disease trajectory of MSA patients who do not experience dysautonomia, compared with those who have autonomic involvement. Podcast links:  Stability and Accuracy of a Diagnosis of Parkinson Disease Over 10 Years  Dementia with Lewy Bodies and Parkinson Disease Dementia Clinical Approach to Dementia Risk in Patients with Parkinson Disease  Multiple System Atrophy Without Dysautonomia  Article links:  Stability and Accuracy of a Diagnosis of Parkinson Disease Over 10 Years  Dementia with Lewy bodies and Parkinson Disease Dementia — The Same or Different and is it Important?  Long-Term Dementia Risk in Parkinson Disease  Multiple System Atrophy Without Dysautonomia: An Autopsy-Confirmed Study Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

26 min
May 28, 2026
Prion Disease Clinical Trial NN112

Dr. Gregg Day talks with Drs. Sonia Vallabh and Eric Minikel about scientific insights and the future of prion disease treatment, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis, personalized medicine, and hope for affected families.  Learn about the clinical trial.   Learn more about the Prion Alliance.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

17 min
May 25, 2026
Headache Medicine Highlights from the 2026 AAN Annual Meeting - Part 2

In the second episode of this series, Dr. Tesha Monteith and Dr. Peter Goadsby continue their conversation on advances in headache medicine, including brain health, migraine as a risk factor for dementia, and future directions in neurology.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

20 min
May 21, 2026
Headache Medicine Highlights from the 2026 AAN Annual Meeting - Part 1

In the first part of this series, Dr. Tesha Monteith talks with Dr. Peter Goadsby about some major themes that emerged from the AAN Annual Meeting regarding headache medicine.   Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

27 min
May 18, 2026
Inflammation, Limbic White Matter, and Symptoms After Repetitive Head Impacts in Retired Football Players

Dr. Alex Menze talks with Dr. Breton Asken about the long-term impacts of repetitive head impacts in football players, focusing on inflammation, brain microstructure, and cognitive decline. Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

19 min
May 14, 2026
Updates Regarding Radiation Necrosis

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Dr. Kait Nevel about radiation necrosis following radiation therapy, with a closer look at Boswellia serrata supplement findings.  Please read the related article mentioned in this episode.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

12 min
May 11, 2026
Association of Changes in Activity Patterns With Brain Atrophy and Disability Progression in People With MS

Dr. Alex Menze talks with Dr. Kathryn C. Fitzgerald about using accelerometry to detect subtle, longitudinal changes in disability in people with multiple sclerosis and how these changes relate to brain atrophy and disability progression.  Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

19 min
May 7, 2026
Clinical Heterogeneity and Candidate Biomarkers in POLG-Related Mitochondrial Disease

Dr. Katie Krulisky talks with Dr. Cristina Domínguez-González about the complexities of mitochondrial disease, including diagnosis, biomarkers, and recent research on POLG-related disorders.  Read the related article in Neurology® Genetics.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

29 min
May 4, 2026
Workplace Lactation in Neurology: Barriers and Opportunities

Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Drs. Deborah Hall and Deborah Setter about the current situation for lactating individuals in neurology and the opportunities for improvement in the workplace.  Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

1 hr 33 min
May 1, 2026
May 2026 Recall: Clinical Approach to Monocular Vision Loss

The May 2026 Recall highlights four in‑depth conversations focused on the clinical approach to monocular vision loss. The episode opens with Dr. Dan Ackerman leading a two-part series with Drs. Valérie Biousse and Nancy J. Newman on the challenges and opportunities in diagnosing CRAO and BRAO. The episode continues with a second, two‑part series in which Dr. Justin Abbatemarco speaks with Drs. Valérie Biousse and Nancy J. Newman about updates in non‑arteritic ischemic optic neuropathy. Podcast links: Challenges and Opportunities in Diagnosing CRAO/BRAO - Part 1 Challenges and Opportunities in Diagnosing CRAO/BRAO - Part 2 Updates in Non-Arteritic Ischemic Optic Neuropathy - Part 1  Updates in Non-Arteritic Ischemic Optic Neuropathy - Part 2  Related article: Eye Stroke Protocol in the Emergency Department  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

20 min
Apr 30, 2026
Clinical Reasoning Series: A 70-Year-Old Man With Systemic Illness Related Strokes Refractory to Medical Treatment Managed With Intracranial Stent

Dr. Zohaib Siddiqi talks with Dr. Laurence Poirier about a complex stroke case associated with systemic vasculitis, highlighting diagnostic challenges and management strategies, including the role of endovascular therapy.  Read the related Resident & Fellow Section article in Neurology®. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

16 min
Apr 27, 2026
Epstein-Barr Virus Antibodies to Differentiate MS From Other Neuroinflammatory Diseases

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Dr. Paulus Rommer about the evolving understanding of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and its role in multiple sclerosis (MS), including recent research on EBV antibodies as diagnostic markers and potential therapeutic targets.  Read the related article in JAMA Neurology.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

10 min
Apr 23, 2026
Trends in Head CT Use in US Emergency Department Patients

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Layne Dylla about the trends in head CT use in US emergency departments from 2007 to 2022, highlighting disparities, regional variations, and the potential role of AI in optimizing imaging decisions.  Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

31 min
Apr 20, 2026
A Discussion with Dr. Alison Christy: 2026 Ted Burns Humanism in Neurology Award Winner

Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Alison Christy, the recipient of the 2026 Ted Burns Humanism in Neurology Award, about her inspiring career, innovative approaches to neurology education, and how she fosters compassion and creativity in medicine.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

26 min
Apr 16, 2026
2026 AAN President's Award Recipient - Dr. Walter J. Koroshetz

Dr. Greg Cooper talks with Dr. Walter J. Koroshetz about his journey from a childhood fascination with the brain to leading the NINDS and his enduring commitment to advocacy, scientific rigor, and patient care.  Read more about the 2026 AAN President's Award.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

28 min
Apr 13, 2026
A Path to Preventing Cognitive Impairment Due to Alzheimer Disease

Dr. Greg Cooper talks with Dr. Eric Reiman about emerging antibody therapies for preclinical Alzheimer disease and the clinical, regulatory, and equity considerations shaping prevention trials and future care. Read the related article in The Lancet Neurology.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

20 min
Apr 9, 2026
History of Letters to the Editor

As we celebrate the 75th anniversary of Neurology®, Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Drs. Steven Galetta and Robert Griggs about the history and evolution of the Letters to the Editor section. Join the conversation by visiting the Letters to the Editor section.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

12 min
Apr 6, 2026
Landmark Clinical Trials Shaping Patient Care

Dr. H.E. Hinson talks with Dr. Vijay Ramanan about the upcoming Clinical Trials Plenary Session at the AAN Annual Meeting and the landmark studies shaping neurologic care. For more information about this event, visit the AAN website.   Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

19 min
Apr 2, 2026
Antiseizure Medication Dosing Strategy During Pregnancy and Early Postpartum in Women With Epilepsy in MONEAD

Dr. Derek Stitt talks with Dr. Page B. Pennell about antiseizure medication management during pregnancy and postpartum, based on the MONEAD study.  Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

1 hr 30 min
Apr 1, 2026
April 2026 Recall: Topics on Vascular Neurology

The April 2026 recall features four previously posted episodes on vascular neurology. The episode begins with Dr. Shyam Prabhakaran discussing the 2026 AHA/ASA guidelines for the early management of acute ischemic stroke. The episode continues with Dr. Seemant Chaturvedi discussing the latest findings from the 2026 International Stroke Conference. In the third episode, Dr. Amrou Sarraj discusses the importance of understanding anesthesia's impact on patient outcomes, the implications for clinical practice, and future research directions in stroke treatment. The episode concludes with Dr. Urs Fischer discussing the optimal timing of anticoagulation after ischemic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation.  Podcast links:  2026 Guideline for the Early Management of Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke Overview from the 2026 International Stroke Conference General vs Nongeneral Anesthesia for EVT in Patients With Large Core Strokes  Optimal Timing of Anticoagulation After Ischemic Stroke and Atrial Fibrillation  Article links: 2026 Guideline for the Early Management of Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke  General vs Nongeneral Anesthesia for Endovascular Thrombectomy in Patients With Large Core Strokes: A Prespecified Secondary Analysis of SELECT2 Trial  Collaboration on The Optimal Timing of Anticoagulation After Ischaemic Stroke and Atrial Fibrillation Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

14 min
Mar 31, 2026
FDA Revises Trial Requirements for Drug and Medical Product Approval

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Lizzy Lawrence about the FDA's shift toward single-trial drug approvals and its implications for neurology, rare diseases, and broader effects on drug approval standards and healthcare access.  Read the related article on STAT News.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

14 min
Mar 26, 2026
Periprocedural Brain Health

Dr. Greg Cooper talks with Dr. Sara Hassani about periprocedural brain health and calls on neurologists to engage in multidisciplinary efforts to improve periprocedural outcomes. Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

17 min
Mar 23, 2026
Neurologic Sequelae After Ebola Virus Disease in Children in Liberia

Dr. Paul Crane talks with Dr. Hanalise Huff about neurologic and neurocognitive sequelae in pediatric survivors of the 2015 Ebola outbreak in Liberia.  Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

11 min
Mar 19, 2026
Treating Hearing Loss With Hearing Aids for the Prevention of Cognitive Decline and Dementia

Dr. Greg Cooper talks with Dr. Kerry Sheets about how hearing aid use affects cognition and the risk of dementia in older adults with hearing impairment. Read the related article in Neurology®. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

28 min
Mar 16, 2026
Migraine Clinical Trials from 2025

Dr. Jessica Ailani talks with Dr. Richard Lipton about future advancements in headache medicine.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

12 min
Mar 12, 2026
Seizures and Epilepsy in Patients With Untreated Cerebral Cavernous Malformations

Dr. Halley Alexander talks with Dr. Abel Sandmann about seizure rates and risk factors in patients with cerebral cavernous malformations (CCMs) during long-term follow-up without CCM intervention.  Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

28 min
Mar 9, 2026
Refractory Headache Disorders, New Consensus, and Emergency Department Migraine Guidelines

Dr. Tesha Monteith talks with Dr. Jennifer Robblee about the latest consensus on refractory migraine, its definition, and management strategies, including new guidelines for emergency treatment.  Read the related article in Cephalalgia.  Read the related article in Headache. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

30 min
Mar 5, 2026
The Best of Headache Medicine from 2025: A Year in Review

Dr. Tesha Monteith talks with Dr. Patricia Pozo-Rosich about the latest advancements in headache medicine, focusing on key research findings from 2025.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

22 min
Mar 2, 2026
Overview from the 2026 International Stroke Conference

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Seemant Chaturvedi about the latest findings from the 2026 International Stroke Conference.  Read more about the CHOICE-2 trial. Read more about the OCEANIC-STROKE trial.  Read more about the FASTEST trial.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

1 hr 10 min
Mar 1, 2026
March 2026 Recall: Topics in Hospital Neurology

The March 2026 recall showcases four previously posted episodes focused on clinical issues relevant to hospital-based neurologists. The episode opens with Dr. Jennifer E. Fugate discussing PRES, focusing on clinical presentation, diagnostic criteria, neuroimaging findings, and management strategies. The episode continues with Dr. Ava Easton discussing the World Health Organization's technical brief on encephalitis. In the third episode, Dr. Matthew Ryan Woodward discusses the complexities of status epilepticus, from definition through refractory and super-refractory stages. The episode concludes with Dr. Adrian Budhram discussing common challenges neurologists face when interpreting CSF results.  Podcast links: Evolving Insights into the Diagnosis, Management, and Outcomes of  PRES WHO Launches Technical Brief for Encephalitis Super Refractory Status Epilepticus Diagnosis, Management, and Prognostication CSF Correction Factors for Traumatic Lumbar Puncture in Adults  Article links:  Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome: Evolving Insights in Diagnosis, Management, and Outcomes WHO Launches Technical Brief for Encephalitis  Super Refractory Status Epilepticus Diagnosis, Management, and Prognostication Clinical Utility of CSF Correction Factors for Traumatic Lumbar Puncture in Adults  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

28 min
Feb 26, 2026
2026 Guideline for the Early Management of Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Shyam Prabhakaran about the 2026 AHA/ASA guidelines for the early management of acute ischemic stroke, highlighting key recommendations, the role of advanced imaging, and the importance of thrombolysis and thrombectomy.  Read the related article in the journal Stroke.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

19 min
Feb 23, 2026
Consensus Recommendations for Diagnosis and Management of Vanishing White Matter

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Dr. Marjo S. van der Knaap and Romy J. van Voorst about expert consensus recommendations for the diagnosis and management of vanishing white matter and the importance of standardizing care worldwide. Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

21 min
Feb 19, 2026
Clinical Insights Into CASPR1 and CASPR1/Contactin-1 Complex Autoimmune Nodopathies

Dr. Alex Menze talks with Dr. Divyanshu Dubey about the clinical insights into autoimmune nodopathies, particularly focusing on CASPR1 and CASPR1/CNTN1-complex-IgG.  Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

21 min
Feb 16, 2026
Diagnostic Yield of Reanalysis After Nondiagnostic Genome Sequencing in Infants With Unexplained Epilepsy

Dr. Halley Alexander talks with Dr. Alissa M. D'Gama about genetic testing for infantile epilepsies.  Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

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