Synopsis
The Neurology podcast is introduced by Editor-in-Chief Robert A. Gross, MD, PhD, who discusses several highlighted articles in the current issue of Neurology®. The podcast regularly features content from Neurology® Clinical Practice, Neurology® Genetics, and Neurology® Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation. Opening segments include interviews with authors who summarize a current article and discuss the main findings and clinical implications for neurologists. Regular features also include the Lesson of the Week, Delayed Recall, Whats Trending, and selected content from Neurology® Today. Podcast listeners can earn 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CME Credits by answering the multiple-choice questions related to Neurology content in the online Podcast Quiz. (Delayed Recall, Neurology® Clinical Practice, Neurology® Genetics, and Neurology® Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation contents are excluded from the CME program). The exams are posted weekly on Tuesday.
Episodes
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Advancements in Neurology: A Conversation with Dr. Walter Koroshetz - Part 1
08/09/2025 Duration: 27minIn 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.
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Updates on All Things Myositis – Part 2
04/09/2025 Duration: 33minIn 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.
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Updates on All Things Myositis – Part 1
01/09/2025 Duration: 23minIn 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.
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September 2025 Recall: Topics on Epilepsy
01/09/2025 Duration: 01h20minThe 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 Readmi
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GLP-1RA–Associated Diabetic Lumbosacral Radiculoplexus and Common Fibular Neuropathies
28/08/2025 Duration: 23minDr. 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.
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Stability and Accuracy of a Diagnosis of Parkinson Disease Over 10 Years
25/08/2025 Duration: 18minDr. 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.
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FDG-PET-Based Machine Learning Framework to Support Neurologic Decision-Making
21/08/2025 Duration: 13minDr. 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.
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Optimal Timing of Anticoagulation After Ischemic Stroke and Atrial Fibrillation
18/08/2025 Duration: 18minDr. 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.
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Implications for Diagnostic Criteria for Primary Lateral Sclerosis
14/08/2025 Duration: 22minDr. 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.
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Long-Term Fatigue Following Transient Ischemic Attack
11/08/2025 Duration: 08minDr. 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.
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Time Course and Severity of Cognitive Changes as a Function of Aβ Positivity and APOE Genotype in Alzheimer Disease
07/08/2025 Duration: 09minDr. 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.
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The Effect of Epilepsy Surgery on Tonic–Clonic Seizures
04/08/2025 Duration: 19minDr. 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.
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August 2025 Recall: Topics on Dementia Diagnosis
01/08/2025 Duration: 01h43minThe 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 Cl
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Medical Student Perspectives on Stigma in FND
31/07/2025 Duration: 20minDr. 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.
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A Phase 3 Trial of Upadacitinib for Giant-Cell Arteritis
28/07/2025 Duration: 15minDr. 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.
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Clinical Approach to Dementia Risk in Patients with Parkinson Disease
24/07/2025 Duration: 23minDr. 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.
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Embolic Stroke of Undetermined Source Treated With Antiplatelet Agents or Anticoagulation
21/07/2025 Duration: 24minDr. 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.
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Diagnostic Performance of Plasma Biomarkers in the Outpatient Memory Clinic
17/07/2025 Duration: 26minDr. 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.
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Efficacy of Aerobic Exercise and Coaching on Physical Fitness in Neuromuscular Disease
14/07/2025 Duration: 15minDr. 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.
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hES Cell-Derived Dopaminergic Neurons for Parkinson Disease
10/07/2025 Duration: 31minDr. 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.