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• Preparing ALS Clinics to Provide Longitudinal Care for Individuals Carrying ALS Risk Variants 17.07.2026 2мин

  Dr. Derek Stitt and Dr. Jennifer Morganroth discuss why identifying carrier status is so important.  Show citation:  Morganroth J, Yasek J, Harms M. Preparing Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Clinics to Provide Longitudinal Care for Individuals Carrying ALS Risk Variants. Neurol Genet. 2026;12(4):e200406. Published 2026 Jun 24. doi:10.1212/NXG.0000000000200406  
• When Drug Marketing Masquerades as Clinical Trials 16.07.2026 2мин

  Dr. Justin Abbatemarco and Sukhun Kang discuss seeding trials and other hidden marketing tactics in clinical trials, and their implications for clinical practice and patient care.  Show citation:  Kang S, Lin I, Ekblom M, and Chang S. Clinical trials that are actually marketing ploys targeting doctors – how seeding trials put profit over patients. The Conversation. 2026;6(5). doi:10.64628/AAI.cxdfhnh9s
• The DRAIN Trial 15.07.2026 3мин

  Dr. Margarita Fedorova discusses the DRAIN trial and the efficacy of acetazolamide in idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus.  Show citation:  Virhammar J, Fasth O, Ekblom M, et al. Safety, tolerability, and efficacy of acetazolamide in idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (DRAIN) in Sweden: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 2 trial. Lancet Neurol. 2026;25(6):550-559. doi:10.1016/S1474-4422(26)00126-2 
• Diagnosis and Management of Headache 14.07.2026 2мин

  Dr. Matthew Robbins discusses the assessment and diagnosis of headache in emergency settings, emphasizing red and green flags to differentiate primary from secondary headaches. This episode provides practical tips for trainees and clinicians to improve headache management. Show citation:  Robbins MS. Diagnosis and Management of Headache: A Review. JAMA. 2021;325(18):1874-1885. doi:10.1001/jama.2021.1640  
• Navigating the Transition From Pediatric to Adult Epilepsy Care - Part 2 13.07.2026 2мин

  In the second episode of this series, Dr. Dara Albert and Dr. Scott Perry discuss common barriers to transitioning from pediatric to adult care and share practical strategies clinicians can use to support successful patient transitions. Show citation:  Perry MS, Nascimento FA, Pina-Garza JE, et al. Addressing Barriers to Transitioning Pediatric Patients With Epilepsy to Adult Health Care in the United States: A Narrative Review. Neurol Clin Pract. 2026;16(3):e200616. doi:10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200616 
• Neurology® at 75: The Evolution of the Neurology Journal 10.07.2026 2мин

  To celebrate 75 years of Neurology®, Dr. Chris Boes and Dr. José Merino discuss the journal's history, its evolution, and what lies ahead for the future of Neurology®.   Read more about the first 75 years of Neurology®.   
• Navigating the Transition From Pediatric to Adult Epilepsy Care - Part 1 09.07.2026 2мин

  In part one of this series, Dr. Dara Albert and Dr. Scott Perry discuss what every neurology resident should know about caring for young adults with epilepsy as they transition from pediatric to adult neurology. Show citation:  Perry MS, Nascimento FA, Pina-Garza JE, et al. Addressing Barriers to Transitioning Pediatric Patients With Epilepsy to Adult Health Care in the United States: A Narrative Review. Neurol Clin Pract. 2026;16(3):e200616. doi:10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200616 
• June 22, 2026 Capitol Hill Report: Huge Milestone for Prior Authorization Bill 08.07.2026 3мин

  In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Crowe reviews the Capitol Hill Report from June 22nd, discussing milestones related to the Improving Seniors' Timely Access to Care Act.  Stay updated with what's happening on the hill by visiting aan.com/chr.  Learn how you can get involved with AAN advocacy. 
• Epilepsy Fundamentals Refresher Series - Part 3 07.07.2026 2мин

  In the third part of this series, Dr. Halley Alexander explores emerging trends and recent advances in epilepsy.  Show citation:  Tolchin B, Goldstein LH, Reuber M, et al. Management of Functional Seizures Practice Guideline Executive Summary: Report of the AAN Guidelines Subcommittee. Neurology. 2026;106(1):e214466. doi:10.1212/WNL.0000000000214466  Hingray C, Popkirov S, Kozlowska K, et al. Functional/dissociative seizures: Proposal for a new diagnostic label and definition by the ILAE task force. Epilepsia. 2025;66(11):4162-4182. doi:10.1111/epi.18574 Krauss GL, Elizebath R, Wheless SSJW, et al. Phase III Trial of EpiWatch for Tonic-Clonic Seizure Detection in Children and Adults. Neurology. 2026;2 (2) e000111. doi:10.1212/WN9.0000000000000111 
• Epilepsy Fundamentals Refresher Series - Part 3 07.07.2026 2мин

  In the third part of this series, Dr. Halley Alexander explores emerging trends and recent advances in epilepsy.  Show citation:  Tolchin B, Goldstein LH, Reuber M, et al. Management of Functional Seizures Practice Guideline Executive Summary: Report of the AAN Guidelines Subcommittee. Neurology. 2026;106(1):e214466. doi:10.1212/WNL.0000000000214466  Hingray C, Popkirov S, Kozlowska K, et al. Functional/dissociative seizures: Proposal for a new diagnostic label and definition by the ILAE task force. Epilepsia. 2025;66(11):4162-4182. doi:10.1111/epi.18574 Krauss GL, Elizebath R, Wheless SSJW, et al. Phase III Trial of EpiWatch for Tonic-Clonic Seizure Detection in Children and Adults. Neurology. 2026;2 (2) e000111. doi:10.1212/WN9.0000000000000111 
• Epilepsy Fundamentals Refresher Series - Part 2 06.07.2026 3мин

  In part two of this series, Dr. Halley Alexander discusses seizure types, epilepsy types, and the etiology of epilepsy.  Show citations:  Beniczky S, Trinka E, Wirrell E, et al. Updated classification of epileptic seizures: Position paper of the International League Against Epilepsy. Epilepsia. 2025;66(6):1804-1823. doi:10.1111/epi.18338  Beniczky S, Trinka E, Wirrell E, et al. A practical guide to the updated seizure classification 2025. Epileptic Disord. 2025;27(6):1087-1104. doi:10.1002/epd2.70110 
• Communication About Uncertainty During PD Diagnostic Consultations 03.07.2026 2мин

  Dr. Greg Cooper and Dr. Elisabeth Kurpershoek discuss how clinicians communicate uncertainty during Parkinson's disease diagnosis and how this impacts patient trust and understanding.  Show citation:  Hillen MA, Kurpershoek E, Huisman MHB, et al. Clinician Communication About Uncertainty During Parkinson Disease Diagnostic Consultations. Neurol Clin Pract. 2026;16(3):e200613. doi:10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200613 
• Comparing Sensitivity of Nerve Biopsy, Skin Biopsy, and Fat Aspirate in ATTRv-PN 02.07.2026 2мин

  Dr. Katie Krulisky and Dr. Marcus Pinto discuss the diagnosis and management of hereditary ATTR amyloidosis. Show citation:  Panrudkevich AH, Jones FJS, Shouman K, et al. Sensitivity of Nerve and Skin Biopsy and Fat Aspirate for Amyloid in Symptomatic Hereditary ATTR Amyloidosis With Peripheral Neuropathy. Neurology. 2026;106(11):e218033. doi:10.1212/WNL.0000000000218033 
• Epilepsy Fundamentals Refresher Series - Part 1 01.07.2026 3мин

  In part one of this series, Dr. Halley Alexander explores epilepsy diagnosis.  Previously posted Neurology Minute episodes related to epilepsy syndromes and their diagnosis.  Show citation:  Fisher RS, Acevedo C, Arzimanoglou A, et al. ILAE official report: a practical clinical definition of epilepsy. Epilepsia. 2014;55(4):475-482. doi:10.1111/epi.12550  
• Low Prevalence and Inconsistency of LRP4-IgG Detection in Suspected MG 30.06.2026 2мин

  Dr. Aaron Zelikovich discusses the frequency of LRP4-IgG in patients with suspected MG using different cell-based assay protocols.  Show citation:  Vacchiano V, Milano DC, Ricciardiello F, et al. Low Prevalence and Inconsistency of LRP4-IgG Detection in Suspected Myasthenia Gravis: A Multicenter CBA Comparison Neurology: Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation. 2026;13(3). doi:10.1212/NXI.0000000000200554 
• 2026 European Stroke Organization Conference - Part 2 29.06.2026 3мин

  In part two of this series, Dr. Andy Southerland and Dr. Seemant Chaturvedi discuss the use of dual antiplatelet therapy with intravenous thrombolysis in patients with acute ischaemic stroke.  Read more about the TAPIS trial.  
• 2026 European Stroke Organization Conference - Part 1 26.06.2026 3мин

  In part one of this series, Dr. Andy Southerland and Dr. Seemant Chaturvedi discuss insights from the LATE-MT trial that was presented at the 2026 European Stroke Organization Conference.  Read more about LATE-MT trial.  
• Safety and Efficacy of Satralizumab in Patients with Relapsing MOGAD 25.06.2026 1мин

  Dr. Shuvro Roy and Dr. Michael Levy discuss satralizumab for treating relapsing MOGAD, current management challenges, and the encouraging results of this new therapy.  Read more about this abstract.    
• Safety and Efficacy of Adjunct Dexamethasone in Adults with Herpes Simplex Virus Encephalitis in The UK - Part 3 24.06.2026 2мин

  In part three of this series, Dr. Aaron Zelikovich discusses the clinical outcomes seen during and after the acute infection and how these findings can guide physicians in counseling their patients.  Show citation:  Solomon T, Hooper C, Easton A, et al. Safety and efficacy of adjunct dexamethasone in adults with herpes simplex virus encephalitis in the UK (DexEnceph): a multicentre, observer-blind, randomised, phase 3, controlled trial. Lancet Neurol. 2026;25(2):136-146. doi:10.1016/S1474-4422(25)00454-5 
• The Role of Social Media in Neurology Trainees' Professional Identity Formation - Part 2 23.06.2026 1мин

  In part two of this series, Dr. Jeff Ratliff and Dr. Gabriela Figueiredo Pucci discuss the lessons and experiences that happen in neurology-related social media interaction.  Show citation:  Pucci GF, Gheihman G, Albin CSW. Education Research: A Qualitative Analysis of the Role of Social Media in Neurology Trainees' Professional Identity Formation. Neurol Educ. 2026;5(2):e200307. Published 2026 Apr 22. doi:10.1212/NE9.0000000000200307