Neurology Exam Prep Podcast

An overview of the role of some common and important vitamins in neurological disease, with Drs. Aaron Bower and Jeremy Moeller.Note: This podcast is intended solely as an educational tool for learners, especially neurology residents. The contents should not be interpreted as medical advice. 

A discussion of the role of neuropsychology in the evaluation of patients with neurological disease, focusing on the "high yield" considerations for neurology trainees. With Dr. Stephanie Towns, hosted by Dr. Jeremy Moeller.

Exploring monocular vision loss, the podcast touches on corneal disorders, chronic dry eye, cataracts, lens displacement, relative afferent pupillary defects, retinal diseases, and ophthalmoscopic features of vision loss. The discussion highlights the importance of recognizing various eye conditions and their impact on vision, providing valuable insights for neurology residents.

Exploring CNS tumors, they discuss incidence rates, challenges in treatment, and mortality. From meningiomas to gliomas, they cover radiological and pathological features, IDH mutations, and targeted therapies. They delve into grade two CNS tumors, MGMT gene impact on treatment outcomes, temozolomide toxicities, and treatment options for glioblastoma. Imaging characteristics of various CNS tumors are also explored.

Dr. Jeremy Moeller, a knowledgeable neurologist, joins the discussion on headaches, diving deep into migraine diagnosis and management. He emphasizes the importance of thorough patient assessment and the use of the International Classification of Headache Disorders. The conversation explores migraine pathophysiology, characteristics of auras, and evaluates when imaging tests are necessary. Dr. Moeller also outlines effective strategies for managing both acute and chronic migraines, showcasing how addressing triggers and patient engagement can enhance treatment outcomes.

This discussion highlights the diagnosis of headaches, focusing on the vital differences between primary and secondary types. The hosts introduce helpful mnemonics like 2-SNOP and SNOOP4 for recognizing potential red flags. Insights into intracranial pressure disorders reveal treatment options for conditions like idiopathic intracranial hypertension. The conversation also touches on the challenges posed by headaches related to intracranial masses and the importance of thorough evaluations. Finally, trigeminal neuralgia is explored, emphasizing its unique pain characteristics.

The second part of a discussion about involuntary movements, with Dr. Sara Schaefer, MD. Hosted by Charlie Zhao and Sonya Zhou.Show notes are here:https://campuspress.yale.edu/neurologycsspodcast/episode-6-involuntary-movements/

An approach to involuntary movements with Dr. Sara Schaefer. Hosted by Sonya Zhou and Charlie Zhao.Show notes here: https://campuspress.yale.edu/neurologycsspodcast/episode-6-involuntary-movements/

An overview of an approach to weakness, with Dr. Jeff Dewey and Co-Hosts Charlie Zhao and Sonya Zhou.Show notes can be found here:https://campuspress.yale.edu/neurologycsspodcast/episode-5-weakness/

An overview of an approach to cognitive dysfunction, aimed at medical students on the wards. Hosted by Charlie Zhao and Sonya Zhou, with Dr. Jeremy Moeller.Show notes are here:https://campuspress.yale.edu/neurologycsspodcast/episode-4-cognitive-complaints/