Neurology Minute
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.
Latest episodes
May 20, 2025 • 2min
Body-First Lewy Body Disease Observed in Postmortem Tissue from Prediagnostic Individuals - Part 2
In part two of this two-part series, Dr. Jeff Ratliff and Dr. Per Borghammer explore the subcategories of Lewy body disease, focusing on the body-first subtype Show reference: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41593-025-01910-9
May 19, 2025 • 3min
AAN’s President’s Award Recipient for 2025 - Part 2
In the second installment of this two-part series, Dr. Stacey Clardy and Dr. Janis Miyasaki discuss how she got involved with the AAN. Show reference: https://www.aan.com/news/aan-honors-leader-volunteer-2025-presidents-award
May 16, 2025 • 2min
Body-First Lewy Body Disease Observed in Postmortem Tissue from Prediagnostic Individuals - Part 1
Dr. Jeff Ratliff and Dr. Per Borghammer delve into the intriguing world of Lewy Body Disease. They contrast the body-first and brain-first models, shedding light on how these theories affect symptoms and disease progression. The discussion uncovers vital insights into postmortem tissue research from individuals before diagnosis, revealing the complexities of this condition. Tune in for a fascinating exploration of neurological pathology and its implications for understanding Lewy Body Disease!
May 15, 2025 • 2min
AAN’s President’s Award Recipient for 2025 - Part 1
In the first installment of this two-part series, Dr. Stacey Clardy engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Janis Miyasaki, asking her to share two invaluable pieces of wisdom. Show reference: https://www.aan.com/news/aan-honors-leader-volunteer-2025-presidents-award
May 14, 2025 • 4min
Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
Dr. Jeff Lambe talks about progressive multiple sclerosis. Show references: https://journals.lww.com/co-neurology/abstract/2025/06000/re_defining_progression_in_multiple_sclerosis.4.aspx https://www.thelancet.com/journals/laneur/article/PIIS1474-4422(23)00281-8/abstract https://www.thelancet.com/journals/laneur/article/PIIS1474-4422(14)70256-X/abstract https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14737175.2022.2143265 https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0288967 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/article-abstract/2809772 https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2415988
May 13, 2025 • 3min
Neuroimmunology Update 2025: Autoimmune Encephalitis Outcomes
Dr. Justin Abbatemarco discuss autoimmune encephalitis with a focus on outcomes. Show reference: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000210109 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/laneur/article/PIIS1474-4422(23)00463-5/abstract
May 12, 2025 • 3min
Understanding Blood-Based Biomarkers in Alzheimer Disease - Part 2
In part two of this two-part series, Dr. Dan Ackerman and Dr. Trey Bateman discuss handling patient requests for blood-based biomarkers for Alzheimer disease and interpreting test results.
May 9, 2025 • 1min
Spontaneous Intracranial Hypotension Updates
Dr. Jessica Ailani and Dr. Kathleen Digre discuss the evolution of spontaneous intracranial hypotension (SIH) diagnosis and treatment over the past decade.
May 8, 2025 • 4min
Understanding Blood-Based Biomarkers in Alzheimer Disease - Part 1
In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Dan Ackerman and Dr. Trey Bateman discuss current biomarkers for Alzheimer disease and how do you use them in clinic.
May 7, 2025 • 3min
Neuroimmunology Update 2025: MOGAD Treatments
Dr. Justin Abbatemarco discusses updates around MOGAD treatments. Show references: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/article-abstract/2822964 https://jnnp.bmj.com/content/95/11/1054
