Neurology® Podcast

American Academy of Neurology

The Neurology Podcast provides practical information for neurologists and clinicians to practice the best possible medicine for patients. Examining methods and findings in peer-reviewed journals, the show provides insights that impact clinical practice and patient care. From the journal Neurology and the American Academy of Neurology, providing education and expert analysis since 2007.

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August 2026 Recall: Topics in Headache
The August 2026 recall showcases five incredible interviews highlighting recent advances in headache medicine. The episode begins with Dr. Patricia Pozo-Rosich discussing the latest advancements in headache medicine, focusing on key research findings from 2025. The episode continues with Dr. Jennifer Robblee discussing the latest consensus on refractory migraine. In the third episode of this series, Dr. Michael Eller discusses the implications of CGRP therapies in migraine treatment. The recall concludes with a two-part discussion featuring Drs. Tesha Monteith and Peter Goadsby, who highlight major developments in headache medicine presented at the 2026 AAN Annual Meeting. Podcast links: The Best of Headache Medicine from 2025: A Year in Review Refractory Headache Disorders, New Consensus, and Emergency Department Migraine Guidelines CGRP-Targeted Migraine Therapies in Patients With Vascular Risk Factors or Stroke Headache Medicine Highlights from the 2026 AAN Annual Meeting - Part 1 Headache Medicine Highlights from the 2026 AAN Annual Meeting - Part 2 Article links: Reaching International Consensus on the Definition of Refractory Migraine Using the Delphi Method 2025 Guideline Update to Acute Treatment of Migraine for Adults in the Emergency Department CGRP-Targeted Migraine Therapies in Patients With Vascular Risk Factors or Stroke Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
Yesterday · 1 hr 50 min
Updates on BTK Inhibitors and Multiple Sclerosis Trials - Part 2
In part two of this series, Dr. Shuvro Roy talks with Drs. Jiwon Oh and Amit Bar-Or about the latest developments in BTK inhibitors for MS, including safety signals, trial results, and future directions. For more information, please read about the abstract that was presented at the 2026 AAN Annual Meeting. Read more about the Fenebrutinib Trial. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
Thursday · 20 min
Updates on BTK Inhibitors and Multiple Sclerosis Trials - Part 1
In part one of this series, Dr. Shuvro Roy talks with Drs. Jiwon Oh and Amit Bar-Or about recent multiple sclerosis clinical trial data. For more information, please read about the abstract that was presented at the 2026 AAN Annual Meeting. Read more about the Fenebrutinib Trial. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
Monday · 26 min
2026 International Conference on Functional Neurological Disorder
Dr. Dara Albert talks with Dr. Jon Stone about the latest advancements in FND from the recent International Conference on Functional Neurological Disorder. Dr. Jon Stone shares insights on the field's growth, multidisciplinary care, cultural perspectives, and future directions. Check out the FNDS website for more information about FND. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
July 23 · 24 min
Exploring Military Sexual Trauma and Migraine Among US Veterans
Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. John Ney about the link between military sexual trauma and migraine among US veterans. Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
July 20 · 22 min
Preparing ALS Clinics to Provide Longitudinal Care for Individuals Carrying ALS Risk Variants
Dr. Derek Stitt talks with Dr. Jennifer Morganroth about the evolving landscape of genetic testing in ALS, the importance of longitudinal care for at-risk individuals, and the capacity challenges faced by clinics. Read the related article in Neurology® Genetics. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
July 16 · 14 min
When Drug Marketing Masquerades as Clinical Trials
Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Sukhun Kang about seeding trials and other hidden marketing tactics in clinical trials, and their implications for clinical practice and patient care. Read the related article on The Conversation. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
July 13 · 17 min
Neurology® at 75: The Evolution of the Neurology Journal
To celebrate 75 years of Neurology®, Dr. Chris Boes talks with Dr. José Merino about the journal's history, its evolution, and what lies ahead for the future of Neurology®. Read more about the first 75 years of Neurology®. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
July 9 · 30 min
Navigating the Transition From Pediatric to Adult Epilepsy Care
Dr. Dara Albert talks with Dr. Scott Perry about improving the transition from pediatric to adult epilepsy care. Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
July 6 · 22 min
Communication About Uncertainty During PD Diagnostic Consultations
Dr. Greg Cooper talks with Dr. Elisabeth Kurpershoek about how clinicians communicate uncertainty during Parkinson disease diagnosis and how this impacts patient trust and understanding. Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
July 2 · 16 min
July 2026 Recall: Updates in Epilepsy
The July 2026 Recall features four previously posted episodes related to updates in epilepsy. The episode opens with Dr. Rosemary Dray-Spira discussing trends in prenatal exposure to antiseizure medications over the past decade. The episode continues with Dr. Page Pennell discussing antiseizure medication management during pregnancy and postpartum. The episode then transitions into a conversation with Dr. Matthew Ryan Woodward on the complexities of status epilepticus, focusing on its definitions, the transition to refractory and super-refractory states, and the implications for treatment. In the final episode, Dr. Stefano Meletti discusses the incidence and characteristics of postictal central apnea in focal seizures. Podcast links: Trends in Prenatal Exposure to Antiseizure Medications Antiseizure Medication Dosing Strategy During Pregnancy and Early Postpartum in Women With Epilepsy in MONEAD Super Refractory Status Epilepticus Diagnosis, Management, and Prognostication Persistent Postictal Central Apnea in Focal Seizures Article links: Trends in Prenatal Exposure to Antiseizure Medications Over the Past Decade A Nationwide Study Antiseizure Medication Dosing Strategy During Pregnancy and Early Postpartum in Women With Epilepsy in MONEAD Super-Refractory Status Epilepticus Diagnosis, Management, and Prognostication Persistent Postictal Central Apnea in Focal Seizures Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
July 1 · 1 hr 8 min
Comparing Sensitivity of Nerve Biopsy, Skin Biopsy, and Fat Aspirate in ATTRv-PN
Dr. Katie Krulisky talks with Dr. Marcus Pinto about the diagnosis and management of hereditary ATTR amyloidosis. Read the related article in Neurology®. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
June 29 · 28 min
2026 European Stroke Organization Conference
Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Seemant Chaturvedi about recent research presented at the 2026 European Stroke Organization Conference. Read more about TAPIS trial. Read more about the ODEA-TIA trial. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
June 25 · 25 min
Safety and Efficacy of Satralizumab in Patients with Relapsing MOGAD
Dr. Shuvro Roy talks with Dr. Michael Levy about satralizumab for treating relapsing MOGAD, current management challenges, and the encouraging results of this new therapy. Read more about this abstract. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
June 22 · 12 min
The Role of Social Media in Neurology Trainees' Professional Identity Formation
Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Gabriela Figueiredo Pucci about how participation in a social media community influenced PIF and career development among neurology trainees. Read the related article in Neurology® Education. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
June 18 · 15 min
Neurology Wait Times After Primary Care or Emergency Department Visits
Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. John Ney about wait times for new neurology office visits among commercially insured persons in the United States. Read the related article in Neurology®. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
June 15 · 25 min
Comparative Accuracy of TCD, TTE, TEE, and Cardiac CT for Detecting Right-to-Left Shunt in ESUS
Dr. Dan Ackerman talks with Dr. Reza Bavarsad Shahripour about the diagnostic performance of 4 major modalities: TCD, TTE, TEE, and cardiac CT in patients with embolic stroke of undetermined source. Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
June 11 · 20 min
Miv-cel CD19 CAR T-Cell Therapy Shows Efficacy and Safety in Stiff Person Syndrome
Dr. Shuvro Roy talks with Dr. Amanda L. Piquet about the efficacy and safety of miv-cel in patients with stiff person syndrome. Read more about this abstract on the AAN website. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
June 8 · 14 min
New Resident Guide to Stroke Alerts - Part 2
In part two of this series, Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Dan Ackerman about a few rapid‑fire concepts from the 2026 guidelines, focusing on what is new and how emerging data may shape patient care. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
June 4 · 18 min
New Resident Guide to Stroke Alerts - Part 1
In part one of this series, Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Dan Ackerman about the latest guidelines for managing acute ischemic stroke, emphasizing thrombolytic therapy, imaging techniques, and decision-making regarding treatment in extended time windows. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
June 1 · 21 min

Neurology® Podcast

August 2026 Recall: Topics in Headache

Updates on BTK Inhibitors and Multiple Sclerosis Trials - Part 2

Updates on BTK Inhibitors and Multiple Sclerosis Trials - Part 1

2026 International Conference on Functional Neurological Disorder

Exploring Military Sexual Trauma and Migraine Among US Veterans

Preparing ALS Clinics to Provide Longitudinal Care for Individuals Carrying ALS Risk Variants

When Drug Marketing Masquerades as Clinical Trials

Neurology® at 75: The Evolution of the Neurology Journal

Navigating the Transition From Pediatric to Adult Epilepsy Care

Communication About Uncertainty During PD Diagnostic Consultations

July 2026 Recall: Updates in Epilepsy

Comparing Sensitivity of Nerve Biopsy, Skin Biopsy, and Fat Aspirate in ATTRv-PN

2026 European Stroke Organization Conference

Safety and Efficacy of Satralizumab in Patients with Relapsing MOGAD

The Role of Social Media in Neurology Trainees' Professional Identity Formation

Neurology Wait Times After Primary Care or Emergency Department Visits

Comparative Accuracy of TCD, TTE, TEE, and Cardiac CT for Detecting Right-to-Left Shunt in ESUS

Miv-cel CD19 CAR T-Cell Therapy Shows Efficacy and Safety in Stiff Person Syndrome

New Resident Guide to Stroke Alerts - Part 2

New Resident Guide to Stroke Alerts - Part 1