American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Epizodes

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  Lessons From the Lab: A Patient with Sudden Onset Thigh Pain 10.09.2026 46min

  Devon Rubin, MD and Christopher Lamb, MD discuss how to approach a patient with thigh pain and weakness
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  Lessons From the Lab: Burning feet: A Potpourri of Discussion Around a Seemingly Simple Problem 23.07.2026 51min

  What is the best way to approach burning feet? What is a normal sural response in a 60 year old? Are distal needle findings indicative of a radiculopathy or neuropathy? Tune in to this episode to hear a lively discussion about so many practical challenges faced every day in the EMG laboratory.
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  Azathioprine versus Mycophenolate Mofetil, Comparing Effectiveness for Treatment of Generalized Myasthenia Gravis 15.07.2026 14min

  Curious about which immunosuppressant is most efficacious for treatment of Myasthenia Gravis? In this episode, Vonda Elmer, R. EEG/EP. T, R. NCS. T, CNCT will talk with Donald Sanders, MD, professor emeritus of neurology at Duke University School of Medicine and lead author of the recently published data from The Duke MG Patient Registry comparing the effectiveness of Azathioprine and Mycophenolate Mofetil in generalized Myasthenia Gravis. Dr. Sanders will share the details and findings of this interesting retrospective single-center review.
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  AANEM Guideline on Diagnostic and Screening Tests for Small Fiber Neuropathy 01.07.2026 15min

  In this interview, Dr. Roopa Sharma, MD, interviews with Hans D. Katzberg, MD—Professor of Medicine and Head of the Division of Neurology at University Health Network and the University of Toronto—about his recent article and the AANEM guideline published in Muscle & Nerve, titled “Diagnostic and Screening Laboratory Tests in the Assessment of Patients with Small Fiber Neuropathy: An Evidence-Based Review—Report of the AANEM Small Fiber Neuropathy Task Force.
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  Ultrasound-Guided Nerve Hydrodissection for Peripheral Entrapment Neuropathies 15.06.2026 27min

  The electrodiagnostics community diagnoses many entrapment neuropathies, but fixing them is a different story. In this episode, Shawn Jorgensen, MD will interview Berdale Colorado, DO, the lead author of a recent AANEM Expert Clinical Perspective about ultrasound-guided nerve hydrodissection, who will teach us about one non-surgical options for entrapment neuropathies.
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  Webinar: Approach to Immunization in Neuromuscular Disorders 10.06.2026 34min

  Pushpa Narayanaswami, MD presents an overview of infection risks in individuals with neuromuscular disorders (NMDs), including both increased susceptibility to infections and the role of certain infections in triggering NMDs. She will also review evidence on vaccine effectiveness in patients receiving immunosuppressive therapies, and discuss the heightened risk of meningococcal disease in those treated with complement C5 inhibitors (C5ITs), along with key strategies to mitigate this risk. Sponsored by Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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  AANEM Podcast Featuring ANF: Too Young for ALS? Mikey Stone’s Story and the EMG That Changed Everything 01.06.2026 44min

  Join us as we listen to a powerful conversation between ALS patient and advocate Mikey Stone and neurologist Kelly Gwathmey, MD. In this AANEM podcast episode, they share the realities of living with ALS, the importance of compassionate care, and why continued research and awareness matter now more than ever. Listen and help us shine a light on ALS.
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  Lessons From the Lab: A patient with hand weakness–is a good clinical examination all that you need? 12.05.2026 54min

  In a patient with progressive hand weakness, is a good, careful clinical examination enough to make a diagnosis? Should we forget about EMG, ultrasound, and other testing? Maybe, maybe not. Tune in to this episode to hear an expert neuromuscular specialist perspective.
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  Multisystem Proteinopathies 05.05.2026 19min

  Hebatallah R. Rashed, MD, PhD interviews Milone, Margherita, MD, PhD on multisystem proteinopathies. They will discuss variable phenotypes associated with this rare genetically determined disorder. How it presents and how it evolves, risk of mortality, and underlying pathogenesis. We will also share an approach for diagnosis and management.
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  Lessons From the Lab: A Patient With Fasciculations Here, There, EVERYWHERE! 29.04.2026 57min

  Do you think that patients with fasciculations should always be evaluated with an EMG? Tune in to this episode to see how to approach an unusual patient with fasciculations.
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  The Impact of Hormonal Changes During Perimenopause on the Neuromusculoskeletal System - Part 2 17.03.2026 20min

  In this podcast, we will unpack the neuroprotective role of sex hormones and the profound hormonal changes that happen during perimenopause and after menopause. With our experts Ileana Howard, MD, Rebecca O'Bryan, MD, Seneca Storm, MD, and Amanda Wise DO, we will delve into common musculoskeletal symptoms associated with this transformative stage of women's life and how to reach a diagnosis and deliver optimum care.AANEM podcasts are intended for educational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of AANEM. Podcast content should not be interpreted as clinical, legal, or reimbursement advice. Contact ⁠[email protected] ⁠with any questions or concerns.
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  The Impact of Hormonal Changes During Perimenopause on the Neuromusculoskeletal System - Part 1 10.03.2026 24min

  In this podcast, we will unpack the neuroprotective role of sex hormones and the profound hormonal changes that happen during perimenopause and after menopause. With our experts Ileana Howard, MD, Rebecca O'Bryan, MD, Seneca Storm, MD, and Amanda Wise DO, we will delve into common musculoskeletal symptoms associated with this transformative stage of women's life and how to reach a diagnosis and deliver optimum care.AANEM podcasts are intended for educational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of AANEM. Podcast content should not be interpreted as clinical, legal, or reimbursement advice. Contact ⁠[email protected] ⁠with any questions or concerns.
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  Monoclonal Gammopathy Associated Myopathies 02.03.2026 18min

  In this podcast, Heba Rashed, MD, PhD will engage in a discussion with our expert Teerin Liewluck, MD on rare, yet treatable myopathies which are associated with monoclonal gammopathies. Together, we will navigate different types, presentations, histopathological features, and therapeutic options. AANEM podcasts are intended for educational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of AANEM. Podcast content should not be interpreted as clinical, legal, or reimbursement advice. Contact ⁠[email protected] ⁠with any questions or concerns.
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  AANEM Crossfire Podcast: Should Neuromuscular Ultrasound be Routinely Used in the Diagnosis of CIDP? 23.02.2026 36min

  Shawn Jorgenson, MD facilitates a debate between Dave Preston, MD and Richard Lewis, MD: Should Neuromuscular Ultrasound be Routinely Used in the Diagnosis of CIDP?AANEM podcasts are intended for educational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of AANEM. Podcast content should not be interpreted as clinical, legal, or reimbursement advice. Contact [email protected] with any questions or concerns.
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  Lessons From the Lab: Pediatric EMG Pearls on an Unusual Pediatric Case 30.01.2026 52min

  Tune in to this episode to learn important pearls about performing pediatric EMG as Drs. Rubin and Jarrar talk through an interesting case of a young patient with progressive weakness.
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  AANEM Crossfire Podcast: Should Serum Neurofilament Light Chain or NfL be Incorporated into Routine ALS Clinical Practice? 29.12.2025 19min

  Kelly Gwathmey, MD facilitates a debate between Christina Fournier, MD and Shafeeq Ladha, MD: Should Serum Neurofilament Light Chain or NfL be Incorporated into Routine ALS Clinical Practice?AANEM podcasts are intended for educational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of AANEM. Podcast content should not be interpreted as clinical, legal, or reimbursement advice. Contact ⁠[email protected] ⁠with any questions or concerns.
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  AANEM Crossfire Podcast: Should a Combined Sensory Index be Used in Every Case of Suspected Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? 22.12.2025 40min

  Shawn Jorgenson, MD facilitates a debate between Larry Robinson, MD and Jeff Strakowski, MD: Should a Combined Sensory Index be Used in Every Case of Suspected Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?AANEM podcasts are intended for educational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of AANEM. Podcast content should not be interpreted as clinical, legal, or reimbursement advice. Contact ⁠[email protected] ⁠with any questions or concerns.
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  Lessons From the Lab: A Numb Foot Could be a Numb-er of Things 17.12.2025 1h 3min

  What are you most thankful for this year? Is it listening to these educational Lessons from the Lab?  If so, you are in luck – enjoy this Thanksgiving edition of Lessons from the Lab as Drs. Rubin and Del Toro talk turkey, stuffing, and nerves!
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  AANEM Crossfire Podcast: The Balance Between Diagnostic Testing and Clinical Care 16.12.2025 37min

  Carrie Ford, CNCT specialist II facilitates a debate between Michael Andary, MD and Nassim Rad, MD on the balance between diagnostic testing and clinical care — when it’s appropriate to add an Evaluation and Management component to the EMG, and when it’s more appropriate to keep the study purely diagnostic.AANEM podcasts are intended for educational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of AANEM. Podcast content should not be interpreted as clinical, legal, or reimbursement advice. Contact ⁠[email protected] ⁠with any questions or concerns.
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  Lessons From the Lab: LIVE at AANEM – A lively discussion about a strange arm problem. 25.11.2025 1h 27min

  If you missed this engaging, Lessons at the AANEM in San Francisco, you are in luck . . . join this “replay” of the lively panel and audience discussion about a woman with sudden painless hand weakness. Does this woman’s clinical presentation, EDX findings, and image make sense? Should you always perform Babinski testing on ever patient in the EMG laboratory? Enjoy this educational discussion and debate.