The Neurotransmitters: Clinical Neurology Education
A podcast about everything neurology, covering common clinical scenarios, the newest studies, challenging clinical cases, and more. Hosted by Michael Kentris, it aims to educate listeners on neurological topics. The show provides resources for further learning through its website and social media channels.
Episodes
Dizziness Part 2 with Dr. Anand Bery
Dr. Anand Bery joins us again as we revisit the basics on how to evaluate dizziness by using timing and triggers, and then we look at some of the ways that real life diagnoses, like migraine, chronic functional states, and other disorders overlap. We focus on key findings in the history and exam that keep us from overcalling Meniere’s, missing vestibular migraine, or mislabeling chronic dizziness
Practical Neuropathy Management with Dr. Marcus Pinto
Award winning educator Dr. Marcus Pinto joins us once again to give expert insight on neuropathy!What do you do once you've made the diagnosis of neuropathy?why clear expectation-setting is importantPractical steps to prevent falls and foot injuriesPlus an evidence-based approach to neuropathic pain that focuses on realistic improvementsSend us Fan MailSupport the showCheck out our website at
Chief Concerns 2.0 Kickoff
We kick off Chief Concerns 2.0 by moving from initial diagnosis to practical management for common neurology problems.We would love to hear from our community to shape what comes next. What are the questions you have? Write in and let us know or leave a voicemail for us on Speakpipe!We also give some updates on other projects we are working on (both neurology related and otherwise)!Neuropraxis Pod
Chief Concern Series: Dizziness
Dr. Anand Bery joins us today to talk about how to approach dizziness without making your head spin!We share a step-by-step way to approach dizziness without getting lost in vague symptoms, moving from red flags to timing, triggers, and targeted bedside exams. When should use the HINTS exam, Dix-Hallpike, and practical tips help to help you identify strokes vs causes of peripheral causes of vertig
Chief Concern Series: Assessing Cognitive Changes
We walk through a practical approach to evaluating cognitive change with Dr. Seth Gale, from fast domain-based questions and high-yield screening to when, and how, to utilized imaging and biomarkers meaningfully. We also cover reversible factors, older medications used in dementia management, lifestyle changes that can benefit, and how new Alzheimer’s treatments shift urgency in making a definitiv
Chief Concern Series: The Trouble with Tremors
Ashley Paul, MD joins us to learn more about diagnosing and treating tremors. She shares point to look for in a high‑yield history, physical exam findings, and how to think about medical management among much more.Please check out more of Dr. Paul's work here: “Parkinson’s Foundation Fundamentals of Parkinson’s Disease” CME video. Send us Fan MailSupport the showCheck out our website at www.t
Chief Concern Series: Diagnosing Neuropathy
Dr. Marcus Pinto joins us to break down how to evaluate new numbness, tingling, and foot pain with simple bedside tests that separate true neuropathy from common mimics. Practical steps, key red flags, and a high-yield lab strategy give primary care and non-neuro clinicians a clear path forward.• distinguishing positive vs negative symptoms• using location and constancy to sort causes• recognizing
Chief Concern Series: Gait Problems Made Clear
Develop a clear approach to undifferentiated gait problems, from first hallway impressions to exam maneuvers that actually change decisions. Dr. Maebe O’Hare joins us to separate neuropathy, radiculopathy, and orthopedic causes, and to show where EMG, imaging, PT, and devices fit into the management of gait disorders.• Watching the walk for rhythm, cadence, symmetry, stance and swing• Using video
Chief Concern Series: Headache Essentials For Clinicians
We map a practical path from “is this dangerous?” to “what actually helps." We also talk about some specific headache types such as: IIH, medication overuse, trigeminal neuralgia as well as the rise of CGRP therapies.• separating primary from secondary headache with SNOOP4• recognizing thunderclap, GCA, IIH, and low-pressure patterns• uncovering hidden chronic headache burden and medication
What Is Your Chief Concern?
We launch a new mini-series with Dr. Galina Gheihman that turns common neurological complaints into clear, usable frameworks for non-neurologists and neurologists alike. We talk about neurophobia, access gaps, and set the stage for earlier clinical action starting with a solid history, focused exams, and smart safety netting.• why most neuro complaints start outside neurology• neurophobia as a roo
Beyond Tired: Understanding ME/CFS
Dr. Aimee Nefcy shares how myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) affected her career as an emergency physician and how validation, pacing, and targeted sleep therapy changed her trajectory. We explore misdiagnosis, harmful advice, and practical steps that may help.• Post-exertional malaise (PEM) as the defining feature of ME/CFS• Dysautonomia management with salt, fluids, com
Unraveling Cryptogenic Stroke
Dr. Johanna Seiden joins us to talk about a challenging topic, cryptogenic stroke. What do you do when you need to look beyond the obvious causes? Dr. Seiden gives some useful recommendations and idea for further investigation in some of the toughest stroke cases.Find her online at @JohannaSeidenMDSend us Fan MailSupport the showCheck out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for
Case Report: Altered mental status with Dr. Divij Sharma
Dr. Divij Sharma presents a challenging case of altered mental status. Dr. Karlos Acurio-Ortiz tackles this mysterious presentation.Send us Fan MailSupport the showCheck out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for emails, classes, and quizzes!Would you like to be a guest or suggest a topic? Email us at contact@theneurotransmitters.comFollow our podcast channel on 𝕏 @neuro_podca
Neurology Education with Dr. Brian Hanrahan
In this episode, Dr. Brian Hanrahan, Assistant Program Director for the neurology residency at St. Luke’s and Fellowship Director of Clinical Neurophysiology, shares his journey from resident to creating NowYouKnow Neuro, an educational platform for neurology trainees. Send us Fan MailSupport the showCheck out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for emails, classes, and quizzes
Virtual Escape Rooms in Neurology Education with Drs. Vasireddy and Gorty
In this episode, we are joined by Drs. Rani Vasireddy and Dhanya Gorty to talk about virtual escape rooms in neurology education, live from the AAN Annual Meeting 2025. Through interactive puzzles and clinical problem-solving, players solve challenges in a progressive sequence to ultimately "save" the virtual patient. Their innovative approach addresses the engagement gap for today'
The Art of Communication in Neurology with Chris Cantrell
In this episode, we are joined by Christopher (Chris) Cantrell, a medical student from the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, to discuss the art of communication in medicine, especially in neurology. From provider-to-patient communication and peer-to-peer conversations to documentation and self-talk, we talk about it all! Send us Fan MailSupport the showCheck out our website at www.thene
Neuro-Ophthalmology with Dr. Manasa Gunturu
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Manasa Gunturu, a neurology-trained neuro-ophthalmologist and associate professor at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. We discuss the art of detailed history-taking and specialized examination skills, the evaluation of patients with subjective vision loss, double vision, visual field defects, and droopy eyelids – often after they've already se
Neuro-Oncology with Dr. Ashley Aaroe
Dr. Ashley Aaroe joins us today to talk all about Neuro-oncology, from brain tumor classification, to complications of chemotherapy and immunotherapy, to the importance of patient advocacy.Find her on X/Twitter. Send us Fan MailSupport the showCheck out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for emails, classes, and quizzes!Would you like to be a guest or suggest a topic? Email us
Medical Education in Neurology with Dr. Galina Gheihman
How can neurology education improve patient care? In this episode, we explore the significance of structured teaching, effective learning frameworks, and transferable skills that benefit students, trainees, and educators alike. Dr. Galina Gheihman, assistant professor of neurology at Harvard Medical School and neurologist at Mass General Brigham, shares insights on mentoring the next generation an
Neuroimmunology with Dr. Denis Balaban
Dr. Denis Balaban joins us today to talk about a very challenging topic within neurology, neuroimmunology. Send us Fan MailSupport the showCheck out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for emails, classes, and quizzes!Would you like to be a guest or suggest a topic? Email us at contact@theneurotransmitters.comFollow our podcast channel on 𝕏 @neuro_podcast for future news!Find m
Neurocritical Care Pharmacy with Dr. Andy Webb
It was a blast talking about all things neuro-ICU pharmacy with Dr. Andy Webb!Check out his very informative website NeuroWiseRx You can also find him on X/Twitter @AJWPharmSome of the resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here:Pharmacotherapy Of Neurocritical Care Series (PONS)Neurocritical Care Society Pharmacists ResourcesEditing by Avani BhadangSend us Fan MailSupport the showCheck o
IM Board Review #10 - Neuro-Oncology
And just like that, we have made it to the last episode of the IM Board Review Series! In this episode, we talk about all things neuro-oncology including:Presentation Primary CNS tumors Metastatic Brain TumorsMedical Management of Complications of CNS TumorsParaneoplastic SyndromesSend us Fan MailSupport the showCheck out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for emails, classes,
Pediatric Epilepsy with Dr. Shilpa Reddy
Dr. Shilpa Reddy is a child neurologist and epileptologist at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Join me as she shares:The process of training a pediatric epileptologistClinical pearls on dealing with childhood epilepsyTips on evaluating episodes that may or may not be seizuresI was fortunate enough to have Dr. Reddy as one of my own instructors dur
IM Board Review #9 - Neuromuscular Disorders
We continue our series targeted at people preparing for the internal medicine (IM) board and in-service exams. Today's topic: neuromuscular disorders!A challenging topic, but getting some basic frameworks down can make a huge difference!Topics covered include:Exam signs to help you localize in the peripheral nervous systemALSPeripheral neuropathyNeuromuscular junction disordersMyopathyand mor
NeurAnki with Dr. Idha Sood
Dr. Idha Sood joins us today to talk about NeurAnki.What is Anki? For the uninitiated, it is "a free and open-source flashcard program. It uses techniques from cognitive science such as active recall testing and spaced repetition to aid the user in memorization."Idha talks with us about the process of undertaking a project of this magnitude and the management challenges that came along w
Burnout with Dr. Lauren Bojarski
Dr. Lauren Bojarski joins us to talk about our current understanding of burnout in the medical field as well as some of her own experiences. We talk about symptoms such as: depersonalizationemotional exhaustionthe need for personal achievement and othersCheck out some of the resources mentioned below:ACGME Well-Being ToolsTop 10 physician specialties with the highest rates of depressionTHRIVING IN
Disability advocacy with Dr. Samantha Stallkamp Tidd
How do you overcome the obstacles in providing quality healthcare to individuals with disabilities? Dr. Samantha Stallkamp, PGY-1 at the University of Rochester Neurology, shares her journey inspired by her sister with spina bifida and her mother with multiple sclerosis. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how personal experiences fuel professional aspirations and advocacy.We discuss a shoc
Pediatric Headache Care with Dr. M. Ismail K. Yousaf
Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Yousaf on pediatric headache care. Discover how his journey from adult neurology to specializing in pediatric headaches is reshaping transition care, and the unique psychosocial and developmental factors that influence young patients. Learn about the different ways migraine can present in children and how the management varies from adults. We also ex
IM Board Review #8 - Spinal Cord
We continue our general survey of neurology with an overview of the spinal cord.Things we cover in this podcast:Signs and Symptoms of MyelopathyBreakdown of some causes of compressive versus non-compressive myelopathiesInfectionsNeoplasmsTransverse MyelitisMetabolic CausesVascular MyelopathiesGenetic DisordersSend us Fan MailSupport the showCheck out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to
An Approach to Acute Weakness with Dr. Derrick Cheng
Dr. Derrick Cheng joins us today for an approach to acute onset weakness!Join us as on our treatment journey from onset to treatment, and think about what you might do if encountering the same clinical situation.Important points we discuss in this episode:The tempo of the disease onsetWhere can we localize the symptoms?Fatigue vs weaknessTriaging patients with acute onset weaknessStabilization and
Mentorship and Virtual Networking with The Neurotransmitters team
Meet the Neurotransmitters! In this episode, we go behind the scenes with The Neurotransmitters team: Drs. Tirtha Sawant, Rida Farhan, and Ricardo Vivanco. They reflect on their personal journeys as international medical graduates (IMGs) seeking mentorship and pursuing residency in the US. Struggling to find mentors? Not sure about the dynamics between a mentor-mentee relationship? Learning to na
IM Board Review #7 - Multiple Sclerosis
Hello and welcome back to our ongoing internal medicine - neurology board review series!Today we are covering multiple sclerosis (MS).Tune in to learn more about What signs & symptoms should prompt concern for MS?What goes into the diagnosis of MS?What does the clinical course of MS look like?What kind of treatments are out there for MS?And this just scratches the surface!Send us Fan MailSuppo
CAA-related TFNEs or Amyloid Spells with Dr. Andreas Charidimou
On popular demand, we invited Dr. Andreas Charidimou once again, to discuss amyloid spells or Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy-related Transient Focal Neurological Episodes (CAA-TFNEs)What are CAA-TFNEs and its suggested pathophysiology? What are some of its differentials?Clinical features of TIA vs TFNE How many TIAs are really CAA-TFNEs? Who to start on anti-seizure meds and how long do you continue
IM Board Prep #6: Movement Disorders
Welcome back to our IM Board Prep series, that is designed to help internal medicine residents ace the neurology section of their board exams! This episode is on movement disorders, categorized into hyperkinetic and hypokinetic. In hypokinetic, we cover Parkinsonism vs Parkinson’s disease vs “Parkinson’s plus” syndromes. In hyperkinetic, we focus on tremors, dystonia, choreiform disorders, myoclon
Art and Humanity in Behavioral Neurology with Dr. Michael P.H. Stanley
Join us as Dr. Michael P.H. Stanley, our distinguished guest from Brigham and Women's Hospital, shares an intimate portrait of his fascination with cognitive and behavioral neurology. We discuss the philosophical terrains of the mind-brain dichotomy and cognitive phenomenology, revealing the profound importance of context in the evaluation of symptoms. We touch upon the challenges of managing
IM Board Prep #5: Dementia and Cognitive Decline
Join us today as we go over the basics on some of the following:What is mild cognitive impairment vs dementia?What goes into the evaluation of dementia, both at the bedside and in the labThe basics of different types of dementia like:Alzheimer DiseaseFrontotemporal DementiaDementia with Lewy bodiesVascular DementiaChronic Traumatic EncephalopathyNormal Pressure HydrocephalusWhat if the dementia se
Healing Headaches: A Physical Therapy Approach with Dr. Sam Kelokates
Join us in yet another headache podcast but this time with a doctor of physical therapy, Dr. Sam Kelokates!In this episode, we discuss the role of physical therapy in treating different headache disorders. We talk about the importance of posture, exercise, manual therapy, neuromodulation, lifestyle management, and the need for trial and error to achieve optimal results. Tune in now!Dr. Kelokates h
IM Board Prep #4: Seizures and Epilepsy
Hello and welcome to our mini-series designed to help prepare internal medicine residents get ready for the neurology section of their board exams! While it is aimed at IM residents, it is a good review for anyone feeling a little rusty on the approach to seizures and epilepsy. In this episode, we'll be talking about the evaluation of first-time seizure, seizure types, epilepsy syndromes, tre
A Case of Jerking Shoulder Movements with Dr. Japleen Kaur
Hello and welcome to our Case Presentation Series! It is a series designed to combat neurophobia in medical students and trainees from different specialties. We will discuss interesting neurology cases that medical students and trainees encounter in their rotations. Our first episode is with Dr. Japleen Kaur, an international medical graduate from India, on a fascinating case of jerking shoulder m
IM Board Prep #3: Stroke
Hello and welcome to our mini series designed to help prepare internal medicine residents get ready for the neurology section of their board exams! While it is aimed at IM residents, it is a good review for anyone feeling a little rusty on the classification and management of stroke.In this episode, we'll be talking about ischemic versus hemorrhagic strokes, the initial evaluation and differe
Cerebral Small Vessel Disease with Dr. Andreas Charidimou
Discover the intricacies of small vessel ischemic disease and cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA) with expert neurologist Dr. Andreas Charidimou. We dive into the everyday challenges faced by primary care physicians interpreting MRI results, offering expertise on distinguishing small vessel disease from migraine and demyelinating conditions, all while emphasizing the importance of correlating clinic
Artificial Intelligence in Neurology with Dr. Braydon Dymm
Discover what happens when artificial intelligence (AI) meets the complex world of neurology as we chat with Dr. Braydon Dymm, a stroke neurologist interested in the intersection of AI, neurology, and education.We examine current uses of AI in clinical workflows, from interpreting scans to summarizing patient histories, showcasing the invaluable ways AI can enhance patient care. We also explore ho
New Year's reflections with Dr. Ashley Paul
It's New Year and January is the month for reflections! That's where my conversation with Dr. Ashley Paul begins, as we navigate the importance of introspection in the field of neurology. Using New Year prompts, we reflect on some of our big takeaways from 2023. From discussing challenging patient cases to understanding our cognitive biases to highlighting the importance of humility and
IM Board Prep #2: TBI and ICH
Hello and welcome to our mini series designed to help prepare internal medicine residents get ready for the neurology section of their board exams! While it is aimed at IM residents, it is a good review for anyone feeling a little rusty on traumatic brain injury (TBI) and intracranial hemorrhage (ICH). In this session, we talk about the classification and management of mild, moderate and severe TB
Headache with Dr. Aniket Natekar
Join Dr. Aniket Natekar, a neurologist and headache specialist, for an enlightening discussion on the stigmas and complexities surrounding headache disorders. Navigating the world of migraine treatment can be as bewildering as the condition itself. Dr. Natekar lends his expertise, revealing how a well-considered medication regimen and lifestyle changes can transform patient outcomes. We also exami
IM Board Prep #1: Headache
Hello and welcome to our new mini series designed to help prepare internal medicine residents get ready for the neurology section of their board exams! While it is aimed at IM residents it is a good review for anyone feeling a little rusty on headache. In our first session we talk about diagnosing different headache disorders, red flag symptoms, and some treatment considerations for the more commo
Brain Death with Dr. Ashley Paul
This episode of The Neurotransmitters podcast offers an invaluable look into the latest updates to the American Academy of Neurology's guidelines for adult brain death, with our co-host Dr. Ashley Paul, a Movement Disorders neurologist at Johns Hopkins. We shed light on the nuances of catastrophic brain injuries, the impact of sedation on prognoses, and the rigorous prerequisites necessary b
Demystifying Neuromuscular Medicine with Dr. Anishee Undavia
Do you often forget that the peripheral nervous system is a part of neurology? Our guest, Dr. Anishee Undavia, a seasoned neuromuscular neurologist, shines a spotlight on this enigmatic field, unraveling the complexities of diseases affecting these nerves, by dividing them into "neuromuscular buckets". Tune in to hear how her personal journey through the fellowship program peeled back th
Navigating Neuropathy with Linda Petiot
Have you ever felt a pins and needles sensation that won't go away, or experienced unexplained burning or fatigue? These are just a few symptoms of neuropathy, a complex condition that affects many people worldwide. Today, we're fortunate to have Linda Petiot, president of the Calgary Neuropathy Association and a patient advocate living with Charcot-Marie Tooth Disease (CMT), a form of p
Promoting Neurophilia with Dr. Nupur Goel
Dr. Nupur Goel joins us to talk about her journey from undergraduate education to the Massachusetts General Hospital neurology residency program. We talk about the importance of creating opportunities for yourself and the power of leveraging platforms in social media to build relationships as well as creating an impact. You can find Nupur's podcast "Neurophilia" at https://neurophil
Hydrocephalus with Dr. Jamie Wright
On this episode of The Neurotransmitters, host Dr. Michael Kentris interviews Dr. Jamie Wright about hydrocephalus, a condition that affects the brain. Dr. Wright shares her personal story of being born with the condition and her journey to becoming a doctor. They discuss the two main treatment options for hydrocephalus, the shunt and endoscopic third ventriculostomy procedures. Dr. Wright also ad
Life after cardiac arrest with Dr. Samantha Fernandez
Many times neurologists are called to evaluate people who aren't waking up after a cardiac arrest. There are guidelines which help guide the medical field with respect to neurologic prognosis. But what happens to those patients who survive once they leave the hospital? Dr. Samantha Fernandez shares her unique perspective as both a survivor of a cardiac arrest and as a neurologist and talks a
Let's Learn About Apheresis!
Come and learn more about apheresis with me! Lori Harada, an experienced nurse trainer for apheresis talks about some of the many applications of this procedure and how it differs from dialysis. Check out apheresis guidelines at The American Society for Apheresishttps://www.apheresis.org/?Find out more about Lori's company at https://www.terumobct.com/Contact Lori by email at Lori.harada@teru
Intro to Spinal Cord Anatomy
Welcome back to the Neurotransmitters! Today we are talking about spinal cord anatomy. When should you be thinking about a myelopathy (or spinal cord lesion)? Isn't spinal cord anatomy complicated? Join in as we take a lean and practical look at what you need to know to localize clinically!Send us Fan MailSupport the showCheck out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for ema
Perspectives - Interview with Kristin Beale on Spinal Cord Injury
The multi-talented Kristin Beale (author, marathoner, fencer, and more) joins me to talk about life after a spinal cord injury (SCI). She discusses her journey, how her life has changed, and common misperceptions people have about those who are living with SCI. You can find Kristin's website at https://www.kristinbeale.com/Her blog posts at the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation at https
Intro to Brainstem Anatomy
It's back to basics this week with an overview of brainstem anatomy! While the brainstem is a complicated area of the nervous system some key principles can help it to be remembered more easily!Send us Fan MailSupport the showCheck out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for emails, classes, and quizzes!Would you like to be a guest or suggest a topic? Email us at contact@th
Perspectives - Functional Neurologic Disorders with FND Life
Join me as I have a discussion about Functional Neurologic Disorders with FND Life , the host of "Talking it out about..." where she discusses her life with FND. In this episode we discuss how her symptoms began, what her diagnostic journey looked like, and the treatments that have helped her the most. Find her podcast here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-it-out-about/id154
Stiff Person Syndrome
Stiff person syndrome (SPS) is a relatively rare neurologic disorder that often causes disabling muscle spasms. After Celine Dion recently announced she was diagnosed with SPS it has received significant attention in the news. What do you need to know to answer your patients' questions about this syndrome and to potentially identify it yourself? Today we'll talk about the common symptoms
Acute Ischemic Stroke
Today let's talk a little about some considerations for the patient presenting with an acute ischemic stroke. I've got a couple of references for you below as well!Guidelines for the Early Management of Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke: 2019 Updatehttps://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/STR.0000000000000211The Code Stroke Handbook: Approach to the Acute Stroke Patienthttps://www.amaz
Stroke Mimics and Chameleons
Today we talk about a common issue in hospital neurology. Is it a stroke? There are many things that can mimic a stroke, and vice versa. These stroke "chameleons" can be diagnostically challenging so it's important to keep on alert for signs and symptoms that don't fit the script!References:Distinguishing Between Stroke and Mimic at the Bedside: The Brain Attack StudyStroke. 20
Concussion with Dr. Miesty Woodburn
I'm joined in this episode by Dr. Miesty Woodburn, a neurologist with training in concussion in athletes. We discuss the signs and symptoms of concussion as well as general principles of how to manage symptoms of concussion. Find me on Twitter @DrKentris or send me an email at theneurotransmitterspodcast@gmail.comIf anyone wishes to get in touch with Dr. Woodburn please reach out to me via th
Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage with Dr. Bilal Butt
Dr. Bilal Butt, a neuro-critical care physician, joins us to discuss the diagnosis and management of aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhages. Learn common presenting features and complications that may arise during hospitalization. You can reach Dr. Butt by email at: bilal.butt@som.umaryland.eduUniversity of Maryland Website: https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/profiles/Butt-Bilal/Find me on Twitter
Physical Therapy for Functional Neurologic Disorders - Interview with Zachary Grin, DPT
Zachary Grin, a doctor of physical therapy, joins me to discuss what kinds of physical therapy treatments are available for those dealing with functional neurologic disorders or FND (functional movements/gait/seizures/etc.) and how those differ from more "traditional" approaches to physical therapy.Find Zachary Grin online:His website: https://www.rewire-pt.com/On Twitter: @ZacharyGrinDP
How to Think Like a Neurologist with Dr. Ethan Meltzer
Dr. Ethan Meltzer joins me to discuss his new book "How to Think Like a Neurologist," his thoughts on neurology education, and other musings on neurology.Find his excellent new book "How to Think Like a Neurologist" here:https://amzn.to/3drFyYDFind the artist for the cover art here:https://www.aarondegruyter.com/shop/bifurcation-v-the-beginning-is-the-endYou can find Dr. Meltz
Choosing an Antiseizure Medication
Join me as I discuss the thought process that goes in to choosing an anti-seizure medication with epileptologist Dr. Rohit Marawar! He gives us some excellent advice in particular regarding anti-seizure medication in the older population. You can find Dr. Marawar online here:Twitter: https://twitter.com/rohitmarawarhttps://neurology.med.wayne.edu/profile/gg8831Find me on Twitter @DrKentris or send
Facial Weakness
Developing facial weakness can be very disturbing. Is it a stroke, an infection, something else?!Justin Bieber reports he was recently diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome. What is it and how is it different than Bell's palsy? Tune in and find out!Find me on Twitter @DrKentris or send me an email at theneurotransmitterspodcast@gmail.com-----------------------------------------------------The v
The Neurotransmitters Trailer
A podcast about everything neurology! Join us and learn more about common clinical scenarios, the newest studies, challenging clinical cases, and more. Reach out online! You can find me on Twitter @DrKentris or send an email to theneurotransmitterspodcast@gmail.com. -----------------------------------------------------The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organi
Evaluation of New Onset Seizures
The question of what to do with new onset seizures is a very common one in neurologic practice. Here we'll go through some common questions such as:Was it a seizure? What can mimic seizures?What kind of evaluation should be done to assess for the risk of a second seizure?Did this podcast answer some of your most common questions about first time seizures? If so, great! If not, what aspects ne
Perspectives - Functional Neurologic Disorders
I'm joined for a conversation on functional neurologic disorders (FND) by the host of FND Portal, a website and twitter account which provides information about, and advocacy for, FND. We talk about the various manifestations of FND, challenges the FND community face when seeking help from the healthcare system, and various theories as to the nature of the development of FND. Find FND Portal
Hiccups and Memory Loss - A Case Report
Dr. Rishanki Jha joins me to discuss an interesting case of a man with memory loss.--------------------------------------------Find Dr. Jha on twitter @rishanki_jDr. Jha's book of poetry, "Modern Miseries and My Bottle of Cough Syrup"https://amzn.to/380EUOZ--------------------------------------------From the Wim Hof website:The Science of the Wim Hof methodhttps://www.wimhofmethod.c
The Mental Status Exam
Dr. Michael Kentris discusses the mental status portion of the neurologic examination including some tips he's found useful in his clinical assessments.The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations. The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not represent specific medical/health advice. Please consult wi
Thoughts on the Cost of Neurology Medications
Drs. Michael Kentris and Praveen Venkatachalam talk about the recent report from 46Brooklyn about the strange increase in dimethyl fumarate as well as the overall expensive nature of certain medications used in neurology practice.Wreck-fidera: How Medicare Part D has hidden the benefits of generic competition for a blockbuster Multiple Sclerosis treatmenthttps://www.46brooklyn.com/research/2021/12
Journal Roundup #1 April 2022
Join in on the virtual journal club. Links to articles and books below:Acute epileptiform abnormalities are the primary predictors of post-stroke epilepsy: a matched, case–control studyhttps://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/acn3.51534A Simple Risk Score for Predicting Neurologic Outcome in Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Patients After Targeted Temperature Managementhttps://journals.lww.c
First Principles of Clinical Neurology
Dr. Michael Kentris talks about basic first concepts in approaching a neurologic complaint for those who are new to clinical neurology.Lange Clinical Neurology and Neuroanatomy: A Localization-Based Approachhttps://amzn.to/3uzCyhwThe views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations. The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only
Thoughts On the Recent International Stroke Conference
Drs. Praveen Venkatachalam and Michael Kentris discuss some of the papers and presentations from the International Stroke Conference this year. The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations. The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not represent specific medical/health advice. Please consult with an appropr
What is Neurophobia
Drs. Ashley Paul and Michael Kentris discuss what is "neurophobia" and what we can do to help educate people about neurology to reduce its prevalence.The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations. The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not represent specific medical/health advice. Please consult
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