Neurology Minute
American Academy of Neurology
The Neurology Minute podcast delivers a brief daily summary of what you need to know in the field of neurology, the latest science focused on the brain, and timely topics explored by leading neurologists and neuroscientists. From the American Academy of Neurology and hosted by Stacey Clardy, MD, Ph.D., FAAN, with contributions by experts from the Neurology journals, Neurology Today, Continuum, and more.
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Aug 7, 2025 • 3min
The Effect of Epilepsy Surgery on Tonic–Clonic Seizures
Dr. Halley Alexander and Dr. Juan Luis Alcala-Zermeno discuss the outcomes of epilepsy surgery, specifically for patients with tonic-clonic seizures. Show references: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/epi.18243 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/epi.17452 https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/26286819
Aug 6, 2025 • 4min
Women History Minute - Tilly Edinger
In this episode of the Neurology Minute, Dr. Alison Christy delves into another women's history minute to discuss Tilly Edinger.
Aug 5, 2025 • 3min
August 2025 President Spotlight: Strategizing to reach the AAN’s goals
In the August episode of the President's Spotlight, Dr. Jason Crowell and Dr. Natalia Rost discuss the mid-year assessment of AAN's five-year strategic plan. Show reference: https://www.aan.com/about-the-aan/presidents-spotlight
Aug 4, 2025 • 3min
July 2025 Capitol Hill Report: Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
In the third episode of this series, Dr. Andy Southerland discusses the latest Capitol Hill Report, which outlines the 2026 Medicare fee schedule proposal. Stay updated with what’s happening on the hill by visiting aan.com/chr. Learn how you can get involved with AAN advocacy.
Aug 1, 2025 • 2min
Medical Student Perspectives on Stigma in FND
Dr. Kathryn Krulisky and Dr. Jordan Garris discuss educational gaps in understanding FND, the impact of stigma on patient care, and the importance of empathy in medical training. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/NE9.0000000000200219
Jul 31, 2025 • 2min
A Phase 3 Trial of Upadacitinib for Giant-Cell Arteritis
Dr. Shuvro Roy and Dr. Daniel Blockmans discuss the efficacy and safety of upadacitinib as a treatment option for giant-cell arteritis. Show reference: https://www.nejm.org/doi/10.1056/NEJMoa2413449
Jul 30, 2025 • 4min
Updates in Neuroinfectious Diseases - Part 8
In part eight of this ten-part series, Dr. Paul Crane and Dr. Prashanth Ramachandran discuss the study findings and the potential impact on clinical practice. Show reference: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/fullarticle/2824325
Jul 29, 2025 • 3min
Updates in Neuroinfectious Diseases - Part 7
In part seven of this ten-part series, Dr. Paul Crane and Dr. Prashanth Ramachandran discuss how to counsel patients about getting care abroad. Show reference: https://academic.oup.com/cid/article/78/6/1554/7280488
Jul 28, 2025 • 3min
Updates in Neuroinfectious Diseases - Part 6
In part six of this ten-part series, Dr. Paul Crane and Dr. Prashanth Ramachandran discuss findings from a recent systematic review on pneumococcal meningitis, including the role of corticosteroid, the importance of treatment timing, and emerging adjunctive therapies that may improve patient outcomes. Show reference: https://academic.oup.com/braincomms/article/6/3/fcae131/7644484
Jul 25, 2025 • 2min
Clinical Approach to Dementia Risk in Patients with Parkinson Disease
Dr. Jason Crowell discusses clinical considerations when addressing cognitive concerns in patients with Parkinson disease. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000209699 https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/32642512
