

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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Jan 15, 2025 • 4min
Women History Minute - Maria Mikhaĭlovna Manàsseina
Dr. Alison Christy delves into another women's history minute to discuss Maria Mikhaĭlovna Manàsseina.

Jan 14, 2025 • 3min
Women History Minute - Ana Judith Roman Garcia
Dr. Alison Christy delves into another women's history minute to discuss the first female neurologist in Puerto Rico - Ana Judith Roman Garcia.

Jan 13, 2025 • 3min
Paraneoplastic Neurologic Syndromes Associated With Merkel Cell Carcinoma - Part 2
In part two of a two-part series, Dr. Justin Abbatemarco and Dr. Nicolás Lundahl Ciano-Petersen discuss the associated paraneoplastic syndromes they saw from a neurologic perspective. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/NXI.0000000000200260

Jan 10, 2025 • 2min
Paraneoplastic Neurologic Syndromes Associated With Merkel Cell Carcinoma - Part 1
In part one of a two-part series, Dr. Justin Abbatemarco and Dr. Nicolás Lundahl Ciano-Petersen break down Merkel cell carcinoma and discuss what all neurologists need to know about it. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/NXI.0000000000200260

Jan 9, 2025 • 2min
Using Design Thinking to Understand the Reason for Headache Referrals
Dr. Tesha Monteith and Dr. Ashish D. Patel discuss headache referrals and the implementation of a design thinking approach to improve access to headache care. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/full/10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200336

Jan 8, 2025 • 3min
Lab Minutes - Paraneoplastic Lab
Dr. Stacey Clardy dives into the complex world of paraneoplastic panels. She urges caution, highlighting how routine panel use often overlooks non-cancer-associated antibodies. For a more effective neurological assessment, she advocates incorporating autoimmune encephalopathy panels. This shift could lead to better evaluations and outcomes for patients.

Jan 7, 2025 • 3min
Lab Minutes - Myasthenia Gravis Lab
Dr. Stacey Clardy delves into the complexities of diagnosing myasthenia gravis. The discussion focuses on its symptoms that often mimic other conditions, making diagnosis challenging. She highlights the critical role of thorough antibody testing. Additionally, strategies for effectively using reflexive testing panels are shared to enhance diagnostic accuracy. It's a deep dive into the intricacies of neurological assessment!

Jan 6, 2025 • 4min
Lab Minutes - IgG vs. IgM
Dr. Stacey Clardy discusses the fundamentals of the immune response to infection and explains how to accurately distinguish between past and current or recent infections.

Jan 2, 2025 • 5min
Clinical Implementation of fMRI and EEG to Detect CMD
Dr. Neha Dangayach and Drs. Yelena Bodien and Brian Edlow discuss the concept of cognitive motor dissociation (CMD) in neurocritical care, highlighting its implications for patient assessment and treatment. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200390

Jan 1, 2025 • 2min
2024 Guideline for the Primary Prevention of Stroke - Part 5
In the final episode of this dynamic five-part series, Dr. Hunter Hewitt and Dr. Cheryl Bushnell discuss major takeaways from the new guidelines for the primary prevention of stroke. Show reference: https://www.aan.com/Guidelines/Home/GuidelineDetail/1119