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Feb 1, 2025 • 1h 16min

February 2025 Recall: Topics on Neurology Education

Dara Albert, a child neurology expert, discusses the need for standardized training in psychogenic non-epileptic seizures. Sarah Louise Edwards and Zachary London delve into game-based learning's potential in neuroscience education, highlighting effective design and engagement strategies. Casey Albin explores how social media can enhance neurology education, emphasizing creativity and clarity. Catherine Zixis sheds light on the role of artificial intelligence in residency recruitment, discussing both its benefits and the importance of addressing bias in the selection process.
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Jan 30, 2025 • 19min

The Brain’s Action-Mode Network

Dr. Nico Dosenbach, a neurology professor at Washington University, dives into the intricacies of the brain's action mode network and its relationship with other critical networks. He discusses how resting state functional connectivity informs our understanding of neurological disorders. Dosenbach highlights the evolutionary roles of these networks, emphasizing their significance in goal-directed behavior. The conversation also touches on innovative neuromodulation techniques that may enhance motivation and cognitive function, potentially transforming treatment for patients.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 25min

Ten Years of Neurology® Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation

Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Dr. Josep Dalmau about the evolution of Neurology: Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation over the past decade, and how it has emerged as a leading journal in clinical and translational neuroimmunology. Read the related article in Neurology: Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
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Jan 23, 2025 • 18min

Superhuman Performance of a LLM on the Reasoning Tasks of a Physician

Dr. Adam Rodman, a physician at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and expert in large language models, discusses the revolutionary impact of AI on clinical reasoning. They explore the O1 model's superior diagnostic performance compared to previous iterations like GPT-4. The conversation delves into how enhanced machine reasoning abilities could transform neurology and reduce human error. Rodman emphasizes the importance of physicians in shaping technology policy to ensure responsible integration of these tools into patient care while maintaining the human touch in medicine.
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Jan 20, 2025 • 11min

Attitudes and Perceptions on Palliative Care

Dr. Derek Stitt talks with Dr. Miranda M. Wan about improving training and public awareness to optimize palliative care for patients with neurologic conditions. Read the related article in Neurology: Clinical Practice. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
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Jan 16, 2025 • 21min

CSF Correction Factors for Traumatic Lumbar Puncture in Adults

Dr. Adrian Budhram, a neurologist known for his expertise in autoimmune encephalitis, discusses the complexities of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis after traumatic lumbar punctures. He highlights the challenges neurologists face with red and white blood cell contamination and the research gaps in correction factors for accurate diagnoses. Patient anxiety during these procedures also becomes a focal point, emphasizing the importance of effective doctor-patient communication. Ultimately, the conversation stresses the significance of clinical judgment in interpreting CSF results.
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Jan 13, 2025 • 16min

Changes in Cerebral and Hypothalamic Structure With Sleep Dysfunction in Patients With Genetic FTD

Dr. Simon Ducharme, a senior author from McGill University, dives into intriguing findings on sleep dysfunction related to genetic frontotemporal dementia (FTD). He discusses the impact of MAPT gene mutations on sleep patterns and emphasizes the role of genetic testing for early diagnosis. Ducharme highlights the association between hypothalamic structural changes and sleep issues, along with the need for effective treatment strategies. He also explores the significance of managing sleep disorders in improving care for FTD patients.
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Jan 9, 2025 • 17min

Paraneoplastic Neurologic Syndromes Associated With Merkel Cell Carcinoma

In this talk, Nicolás Lundahl Ciano-Petersen, a researcher with expertise in paraneoplastic neurological syndromes, shares fascinating insights on the rare connection between these syndromes and Merkel cell carcinoma. He discusses the intriguing clinical profiles of patients, including symptoms like Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome. Lundahl also highlights the potential for spontaneous tumor regression and emphasizes the need for multidisciplinary approaches in diagnosis and treatment, given the complexities surrounding these disorders.
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Jan 6, 2025 • 10min

Using Design Thinking to Understand the Reason for Headache Referrals

Dr. Tesha Monteith talks with Dr. Ashish D. Patel about headache referrals and the implementation of a design thinking approach to improve access to headache care. Read the related article in Neurology: Clinical Practice. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.  
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Jan 2, 2025 • 16min

Empowering Health Care Providers

Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Scott Friedenberg about the challenges faced by neurologists in balancing financial productivity with optimal patient care Read the related article in Neurology: Clinical Practice. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.

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