

eanCast: Weekly Neurology
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Official neurology podcast of the European Academy of Neurology (EAN). Expert talks on general neurology, stroke, dementia, epilepsy & many more. New episodes every Monday. For neurology residents, clinicians & researchers. A resource for continuing medical education and lifelong learning.
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Sep 3, 2023 • 25min
Ep. 61: Neurorehabilitation of brain-injured patients
Moderator: Dafin Muresanu (Cluj-Napoca, Romania)
Guest: Katrin Rauen (Chieti, Italy)
In this episode, Professor Muresanu interviews Professor Rauen about neurorehabilitation for brain injury patients. They discuss the importance of distinguishing between
Moderator: Dafin Muresanu (Cluj-Napoca, Romania)Guest: Katrin Rauen (Chieti, Italy)In this episode, Professor Muresanu interviews Professor Rauen about neurorehabilitation for brain injury patients. They discuss the importance of distinguishing between different types of brain injuries and tailoring rehabilitation programs accordingly. The conversation highlights the need for inpatient rehabilitation options, the integration of motor, cognitive, and emotional aspects in treatment, ongoing initiatives, and the prognosis and potential for recovery in brain injury patients.

Aug 13, 2023 • 17min
Ep. 60: Parkinson's and Travel
Moderator: Barbara Tettenborn (St. Gallen, Switzerland)
Guest: Yildiz Degirmenci (Istanbul, Turkey)
Join Barbara Tettenborn and Yildiz Degirmenci in this episode of eanCast: Weekly Neurology as they delve into the intricacies of traveling with Parkinson'
Moderator: Barbara Tettenborn (St. Gallen, Switzerland)Guest: Yildiz Degirmenci (Istanbul, Turkey)Join Barbara Tettenborn and Yildiz Degirmenci in this episode of eanCast: Weekly Neurology as they delve into the intricacies of traveling with Parkinson's disease. Expert insights on managing symptoms during long trips, medication schedules across time zones, and precautions against infections are provided. Discover how to maintain an adventurous spirit while staying safe and comfortable on your travels with Parkinson's.

Aug 7, 2023 • 24min
Ep. 59: Epilepsy and Travel
Episode 59: Epilepsy and Travel
Moderator: Barbara Tettenborn (St. Gallen, Switzerland)
Guests: Simona Balestrini (Florence, Italy), Marian Galovic (Zurich, Switzerland)
In the first episode of August, Barbara Tettenborn discusses epilepsy and traveli
Episode 59: Epilepsy and TravelModerator: Barbara Tettenborn (St. Gallen, Switzerland)Guests: Simona Balestrini (Florence, Italy), Marian Galovic (Zurich, Switzerland)In the first episode of August, Barbara Tettenborn discusses epilepsy and traveling with experts Simona Balestrini and Marian Galovich. They address various topics related to epilepsy and travel, including recommendations for people with epilepsy when flying, adjusting medication schedules for time zone changes, managing temperature-related challenges, dealing with infections, vaccinations, and considerations for physical activities like swimming and scuba diving.

Jul 31, 2023 • 20min
Ep. 58: EAN 2023 Review
Episode 58: EAN 2023 Review
Moderator: Barbara Tettenborn (Bern, Switzerland)
Guest: Thomas Berger (Vienna, Austria)
In this special episode, EAN moderator Prof. Barbara Tettenborn sits down with fellow moderator and chair of the scientific committee, Pro
Episode 58: EAN 2023 ReviewModerator: Barbara Tettenborn (Bern, Switzerland)Guest: Thomas Berger (Vienna, Austria)In this special episode, EAN moderator Prof. Barbara Tettenborn sits down with fellow moderator and chair of the scientific committee, Prof. Thomas Berger, to review highlights and details about the EAN congress 2023.

Jul 23, 2023 • 19min
Ep. 57: Neurology and Climate Change
Moderator: Barbara Tettenborn (Bern, Switzerland)
Guest: Miguel Silva Miranda (Cascais, Portugal)
In this episode, Prof. Tettenborn and Dr. Silva discuss the connection between neurology and climate change. They explore the growing body of evidence link
Moderator: Barbara Tettenborn (Bern, Switzerland)Guest: Miguel Silva Miranda (Cascais, Portugal)In this episode, Prof. Tettenborn and Dr. Silva discuss the connection between neurology and climate change. They explore the growing body of evidence linking climate change to neurological diseases, such as stroke, headache, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and neuroinfectious diseases. They also highlight the importance of sustainability in promoting brain health and discuss the European Academy of Neurology's commitment to implementing sustainable actions in their initiatives and events.

Jul 16, 2023 • 32min
Ep. 56: How to increase the brain health span
Moderator: Thomas Berger (Vienna, Austria)
Guest: Harris Eyre (Houston, USA)
Prof. Thomas Berger is joined by special guest, Dr. Harris Eyre to discuss brain capital, and how brain health is becoming increasingly important for modern society.
Moderator: Thomas Berger (Vienna, Austria)Guest: Harris Eyre (Houston, USA)Prof. Thomas Berger is joined by special guest, Dr. Harris Eyre to discuss brain capital, and how brain health is becoming increasingly important for modern society.

Jul 9, 2023 • 17min
Ep. 55: Presentation of the EAN mentorship programme
Moderator: Rolf Fronczek (Leiden, The Netherlands)
Guest: David Schreier (Bern, Switzerland), Matthieu Perrenoud (Lausanne, Switzerland)
The EAN mentorship programme is dedicated to helping neurologists in Europe to successfully manage these challenges
Moderator: Rolf Fronczek (Leiden, The Netherlands)Guest: David Schreier (Bern, Switzerland), Matthieu Perrenoud (Lausanne, Switzerland)The EAN mentorship programme is dedicated to helping neurologists in Europe to successfully manage these challenges by facilitating the transition of knowledge and experience across generations of neurologists. Moderator Dr. Rolf Fronczek sits down with Dr. David Schreier and Dr. Matthieu Perrenoud to discuss this programme, as well as their experiences on the Mentorship Task Force.

Jul 2, 2023 • 15min
Ep. 54: EAN Guidelines
Moderator: Rolf Fronczek (Leiden, The Netherlands)
Guest: Katina Aleksovska (Skopje, North Macedonia)
Dr. Katina Aleksovska joins Dr. Rolf Fronczek in an enlightening discussion about the fundamental aspects of guideline creation and Dr. Aleksovska’s pe
Moderator: Rolf Fronczek (Leiden, The Netherlands)Guest: Katina Aleksovska (Skopje, North Macedonia)Dr. Katina Aleksovska joins Dr. Rolf Fronczek in an enlightening discussion about the fundamental aspects of guideline creation and Dr. Aleksovska’s personal experience with the Guideline Production Group (GPG). Gain practical insights into the ins and outs of the process and discover how guideline production unfolds within EAN.

Jun 25, 2023 • 25min
Ep. 53: Prodromal DLB – a new diagnostic entity
Moderator: Dag Aarsland (London, United Kingdom)
Guest: Laura Bonanni (Chieti, Italy)
In this episode, specialist Moderator Dag Aarsland is joined by Prof. Laura Bonanni to talk about the understanding of the prodromal in dementia with Lewybodies (DLB),
Moderator: Dag Aarsland (London, United Kingdom)Guest: Laura Bonanni (Chieti, Italy)In this episode, specialist Moderator Dag Aarsland is joined by Prof. Laura Bonanni to talk about the understanding of the prodromal in dementia with Lewybodies (DLB), the role of different diagnostic methods and management of prodromal DLB.

Jun 18, 2023 • 26min
Ep. 52: The basics of diagnosing neurodegenerative dementia disorders
Moderator: Elka Stefanova (Belgrade, Serbia)
Guest: Magda Tsolaki (Thessaloniki, Greece)
Elka Stefanova is joined by Magda Tsolaki to discuss the basics of diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative dementia.
Moderator: Elka Stefanova (Belgrade, Serbia)Guest: Magda Tsolaki (Thessaloniki, Greece)Elka Stefanova is joined by Magda Tsolaki to discuss the basics of diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative dementia.