
Spotlight on Migraine®
Spotlight on Migraine® features in-depth conversations with leading experts. We discuss migraine symptoms, treatments, emerging research, and the latest advancements in care. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare provider, this podcast aims to empower you with the knowledge and resources for better migraine management.
Video versions of the Spotlight on Migraine® Podcast can be viewed on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@MigraineDisorders/podcasts
*The contents of this podcast/video are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute medical or legal advice; the content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The speaker does not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.
Latest episodes

Jul 26, 2022 • 17min
What is Spinal CSF Leak?
Spinal CSF leak may be misdiagnosed as migraine but they are very different conditions. A patient and a provider give details on what Spinal CSF leak is, what it is like to live with, and how it can be treated. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Jun 28, 2022 • 23min
Attack Based Care For Migraine
Not all migraine attacks are alike, and the way we treat them shouldn’t be either. Neurologist, Dr. Thomas Berk explains how patients can develop a plan for treating individual migraine attacks. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Jun 14, 2022 • 18min
What We Know About Exercise for Migraine
Dr. Megan Irby discusses the relationship between migraine and exercise, exploring how aerobic exercise can reduce migraine burden and the physiological pathways shared between exercise and migraine. The podcast looks at existing evidence and uncertainties surrounding exercise's impact on migraine management.

May 17, 2022 • 19min
SUNCT/SUNA: Patient and Physician Perspectives
In this episode, we hear the perspectives of both a patient and a physician about SUNCT/SUNA. First, Dr. Shivang Joshi describes what SUNCT/SUNA is and how it presents clinically. Then, we hear from patient Anna Williams about her journey with the condition. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

May 3, 2022 • 20min
Brain Donation? There Are More Benefits Than You Think
Brain research is incredibly important to prevent brain diseases, develop treatments and find cures. In this episode Spotlight on Migraine, The Brain Donor Project explains the process of brain donation, why it is important, and how you can sign up. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Apr 11, 2022 • 16min
Eptinezumab for Migraine Prevention
Vyepti or Eptinezumab is the first and only FDA approved intravenous treatment for migraine prevention. Neurologist, Dr. Stewart Tepper describes how eptinezumab works and who could benefit from it the most. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Mar 21, 2022 • 21min
Managing Migraine in the Workplace
Migraine can have a profound impact on employees and employers. Paula Dumas, the President of World Health Education Foundation explores the impact migraine can have on businesses and explains her organization's strategy for producing healthier workplaces. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Feb 14, 2022 • 20min
Self Care Tips for Facial Pain and Headache
How can we build resilience against mouth, jaw and facial pain? Orofacial pain specialist Dr. James Hawkins offers self care techniques to help manage both temporomandibular disorder and headache. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Feb 7, 2022 • 11min
Using Virtual Reality to Treat Migraine
Could virtual reality be an at home treatment for migraine? Dr. Laura Garcia with Applied VR explains how virtual reality can help adjust cognitive, emotional and physical responses to chronic pain. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Jan 25, 2022 • 22min
The Relationship Between Migraine and Sleep
Managing a healthy sleep schedule can be difficult. Adding a chronic pain condition makes it that much harder. Stay tuned as Dr. Stephen Bender explains sleep disruptions, the impact sleep can have on migraine, and strategies for improving this relationship. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.
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