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Neurology® Podcast

Neurology® Podcast

American Academy of Neurology 1356 Episodes Oct 12, 2026

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.

Episodes

Understanding the Forces Shaping US Health Care
Understanding the Forces Shaping US Health Care Oct 12, 2026 21:27 Dr. Jason Crowell talks with Dr. John McDonough about the historical and economic factors shaping the US healthcare system and why understanding these systemic forces matters for neurologists and patient care.  Read the related article in The Harvard Gazette.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.   
Prevalence of CTE at Death in National Football League Players
Prevalence of CTE at Death in National Football League Players Oct 8, 2026 25:11 Dr. Shuvro Roy talks with Dr. Daniel Daneshvar about the prevalence of CTE at death among NFL players and the association between CTE severity and the risk of dementia.  Read the related article in the BMJ.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org. 
Clinical Manifestations of Primary CNS T Cell Lymphoma
Clinical Manifestations of Primary CNS T Cell Lymphoma Oct 5, 2026 14:53 Dr. Kait Nevel talks with Dr. Katharina Schmidbauer about primary CNS T-cell lymphoma, highlighting diagnostic challenges, imaging characteristics, and treatment approaches for this rare disease.  Read the related article in Neurology®.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org. 
October 2026 Recall: Updates in Immune-Based Therapies for Neurologic Disease
October 2026 Recall: Updates in Immune-Based Therapies for Neurologic Disease Oct 2, 2026 01:04:35 The October Recall features four previously posted episodes on immune‑based therapies for neurologic disease. In the first episode, Dr. Bhaskar Roy reviews the latest treatments, comparing their efficacy and safety. The second episode, with Dr. Michael Levy, focuses on satralizumab for treating relapsing MOGAD, current management challenges, and the encouraging results of this new therapy. That co
The Future of Child Neurology Residency Training
The Future of Child Neurology Residency Training Oct 1, 2026 21:49 Dr. Dara Albert talks with Dr. Bruce Cohen about the future of child neurology residency training, exploring current models, consensus areas, and challenges in evolving the curriculum to meet future healthcare needs. Read the related article in Neurology® Education. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org. 
Pharmacologic Treatment for Migraine Prevention in Adults Practice Guideline Recommendations
Pharmacologic Treatment for Migraine Prevention in Adults Practice Guideline Recommendations Sep 28, 2026 22:28 Dr. Tesha Monteith talks with Dr. Tamara Pringsheim about the updated American Academy of Neurology (AAN) and American Headache Society (AHS) guidelines on pharmacologic treatment for migraine prevention in adults.  Read the related article in Neurology®. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.  Show transcript:  Dr. Jose Merino (00:08): This is Jose Merino, editor-in-chief of the Neurology Fam
Resolution of PML after Treatment with Virus-Specific T Cells and HCT
Resolution of PML after Treatment with Virus-Specific T Cells and HCT Sep 24, 2026 21:16 Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Dr. Irene Cortese about recent advances in the treatment of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), focusing on immune-based therapies like virus-specific T cells and immune checkpoint inhibitors.  Read the related article in The New England Journal of Medicine.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.  Show transcript:  Dr. José Merino: This is José
Primary Motor Cortex Involvement and Seizure Risk in Patients With Brain Metastases
Primary Motor Cortex Involvement and Seizure Risk in Patients With Brain Metastases Sep 21, 2026 13:28 Dr. Kait Nevel talks with Drs. Ayal Aizer and Clara Baselga-Garriga about the link between primary motor cortex involvement in brain metastases and increased seizure risk, highlighting implications for patient management and future research directions.  Read the related article in Neurology®. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org. 
Marijuana Rescheduling: What It Means for Neurology Research and Care
Marijuana Rescheduling: What It Means for Neurology Research and Care Sep 17, 2026 27:21 Dr. John Ney talks with Dr. Daniele Piomelli about the evolving role of cannabis in neurology, exploring its history, current research, and potential future applications. Read the related article in The New England Journal of Medicine.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org. 
Integrating, Educating, and Implementing Systems of Care Around Brain Health - Part 2
Integrating, Educating, and Implementing Systems of Care Around Brain Health - Part 2 Sep 14, 2026 23:02 In part two of this two-part series, recorded at this year's AAN Annual Meeting, Dr. Gregg Day talks with Drs. Joel Salinas and Sarah Song about imperfect but practical brain health metrics, patient-centered assessment strategies, and future directions in brain health assessment.  Visit the newly launched BrainHealth.com to access trusted brain health information and stay informed.  Disclosures ca
Integrating, Educating, and Implementing Systems of Care Around Brain Health - Part 1
Integrating, Educating, and Implementing Systems of Care Around Brain Health - Part 1 Sep 10, 2026 31:05 In part one of this two-part series, recorded at this year's AAN Annual Meeting, Dr. Gregg Day talks with Drs. Joel Salinas and Sarah Song about the evolving landscape of brain health, practical approaches to incorporating brain health assessments into routine care, and the importance of collaboration across specialties. Visit the newly launched BrainHealth.com to access trusted brain health infor
Bridging the Artificial Intelligence Training Gap
Bridging the Artificial Intelligence Training Gap Sep 7, 2026 23:42 Dr. Justin Abbatemarco talks with Drs. Sara Marceglia and Alberto Priori about the use of artificial intelligence in neurology training, highlighting the need for formal curricula, ethical considerations, and practical applications in clinical practice. Read the related article in Neurology® Education. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org. 

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