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Neurology Minute

Neurology Minute

American Academy of Neurology 1 937 episodes Nov 9, 2026

The Neurology Minute podcast delivers a brief daily summary of what you need to know in the field of neurology, the latest science focused on the brain, and timely topics explored by leading neurologists and neuroscientists. From the American Academy of Neurology and hosted by Stacey Clardy, MD, Ph.D., FAAN, with contributions by experts from the Neurology journals, Neurology Today, Continuum, and more.

Episodes

Facial Pain Series - Part 1
Facial Pain Series - Part 1 Nov 9, 2026 03:37 In part one of this series, Dr. Derek Stitt discusses trigeminal neuralgia and, more specifically, how to make sure that's actually the diagnosis.   
October 26, 2026 Capitol Hill Report: Conrad 30
October 26, 2026 Capitol Hill Report: Conrad 30 Nov 6, 2026 02:04 In this episode, Dr. Jose Posas reviews the Capitol Hill Report from October 26th, discussing international medical graduates, the Conrad 30 program, and the AAN's efforts to strengthen visa pathways for physicians serving communities across the US.  Stay updated with what's happening on the hill by visiting aan.com/chr.  Learn how you can get involved with AAN advocacy. 
Youth Football and the Epidemic of Pediatric Brain Injury - Part 2
Youth Football and the Epidemic of Pediatric Brain Injury - Part 2 Nov 5, 2026 02:22 In part two of this series, Dr. Dara Albert and Isaac Thorman discuss guidance for parents weighing whether to let their children play tackle football.  Show citation:  Thorman IB, Feldstein E, Sacknovitz A, et al. Youth Football and the Epidemic of Pediatric Brain Injury: Neurologic and Psychiatric Outcomes in a Cohort of 72,025 Concussions. Neurol Clin Pract. 2026;16(6):e200656. doi:10.1212/CPJ.
Youth Football and the Epidemic of Pediatric Brain Injury - Part 1
Youth Football and the Epidemic of Pediatric Brain Injury - Part 1 Nov 4, 2026 01:53 In part one of this series, Dr. Dara Albert and Isaac Thorman discuss football as a major contributor to pediatric traumatic brain injury and its association with subsequent head injuries.  Show citation:  Thorman IB, Feldstein E, Sacknovitz A, et al. Youth Football and the Epidemic of Pediatric Brain Injury: Neurologic and Psychiatric Outcomes in a Cohort of 72,025 Concussions. Neurol Clin Pract.
Acute Optic Neuropathy in Older Adults
Acute Optic Neuropathy in Older Adults Nov 3, 2026 03:59 Dr. Justin Abbatemarco discusses an article that helps us distinguish between the causes of acute optic neuropathy.  Show citation:  Tisavipat N, Stiebel-Kalish H, Palevski D, et al. Acute Optic Neuropathy in Older Adults: Differentiating Between MOGAD Optic Neuritis and Nonarteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy. Neurol Neuroimmunol Neuroinflamm. 2024;11(3):e200214. doi:10.1212/NXI.000000000
Efficacy and Safety of Gefurulimab in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis
Efficacy and Safety of Gefurulimab in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis Nov 2, 2026 03:35 Dr. Aaron Zelikovich discusses how gefurulimab may offer an effective and convenient treatment option for adults with generalized myasthenia gravis. Show citation: Gwathmey KG, Saccà F, Howard JF Jr, et al. Efficacy and Safety of Gefurulimab in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis: The PREVAIL Phase 3 Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Neurol. 2026;83(9):841-850. doi:10.1001/jamaneurol.2026.2333 
Trends in Emergent Interfacility Ischemic Stroke Transfers
Trends in Emergent Interfacility Ischemic Stroke Transfers Oct 30, 2026 02:18 Dr. Andy Southerland and Dr. Matthew Gusler discuss how emergent interfacility transfers for ischemic stroke have changed and the factors associated with which patients are transferred.  Show citation: Gusler MT, Deligkaris C, Zha AM, Burke JF. Trends in Emergent Interfacility Ischemic Stroke Transfers, 2016-2022. Neurology. 2026;107(7):e218499. doi:10.1212/WNL.0000000000218499
Clinical Reasoning: Rapidly Progressive Cranial Neuropathies, Weakness, and Ataxia in a Patient With MS
Clinical Reasoning: Rapidly Progressive Cranial Neuropathies, Weakness, and Ataxia in a Patient With MS Oct 29, 2026 03:23 Dr. Zohaib Siddiqi and Dr. Michel Toledano discuss the diagnosis and management of infectious rhombencephalitis in patients receiving immunomodulatory therapy. Show citation: Trentadue T, Martinez Sosa S, Itoh CY, et al. Clinical Reasoning: A 30-Year-Old Female Patient With Multiple Sclerosis Presenting With Rapidly Progressive Cranial Neuropathies, Weakness, and Ataxia. Neurology. 2025;105(12):e2
Optimizing Management of Episodic Cluster Headache
Optimizing Management of Episodic Cluster Headache Oct 28, 2026 02:02 Dr. Tesha Monteith shares practical tips for improving outcomes for patients with episodic cluster headache.
Tolerability, Safety, and Efficacy of Atogepant Versus Topiramate in Adults with Migraine
Tolerability, Safety, and Efficacy of Atogepant Versus Topiramate in Adults with Migraine Oct 27, 2026 02:18 Dr. Tesha Monteith discusses growing evidence supporting CGRP-targeted therapies as first-line preventive treatment options for people with migraine. Show citation:  Reuter U, Dycke AV, Versijpt J, et al. Tolerability, safety, and efficacy of atogepant versus topiramate in adults with migraine (TEMPLE): a randomised, head-to-head, phase 3b trial. Lancet Neurol. 2026;25(9):806-817. doi:10.1016/S1
Rethinking Seronegative NMOSD
Rethinking Seronegative NMOSD Oct 26, 2026 02:36 Dr. Casey Kozak discusses why most patients referred with seronegative NMOSD ultimately receive alternative diagnoses, underscoring the challenges of accurate diagnosis in antibody-negative cases.  Show citation: Lang MV, Welk GM, Tajfirouz DA, et al. Unveiling Misdiagnosis: Rethinking Seronegative NMOSD. Mult Scler. 2025;31(11):1381-1384. doi:10.1177/13524585251360648 
The Menopause Transition and Epilepsy
The Menopause Transition and Epilepsy Oct 22, 2026 01:39 Dr. Katie Krulisky and Dr. Kelsey Smith discuss the impact of menopause on women with epilepsy, including therapeutics and clinical management during midlife. Show citation:  Smith KM, Faubion SS, Vadlamudi L, et al. The Menopause Transition and Epilepsy: A Focus on Therapeutics. Neurol Clin Pract. 2026;16(5):e200650. doi:10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200650

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