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Christian Meisel, MD, PhD: Treatment Landscape for Seizure Forecasting DevicesThe neurologist from Universitätsmedizin Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health provided his insight on the reasons for the limited number of FDA-approved seizure forecasting devices.
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Addressing the Current State of Care, Pipeline in NMOSD: Melanie Truong-Le, DO, ODThe neuro-ophthalmologist at UT Southwestern further discussed the high cost of treatment for patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder and the need to improve access to care.
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The Science of Sleep Health and Romantic Relationships: Wendy Troxel, PhDFor Valentine’s Day, the senior behavioral scientist at the RAND Corporation talked about the significance of sleep health and romantic relationships [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
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Choosing Therapies for Patients With MS: Devon Conway, MDThe staff neurologist in the Neurological Institute’s Mellen Center for Multiple Sclerosis Treatment and Research at Cleveland Clinic outlined the process of choosing a therapy for patients with multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
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Transforming the Landscape of Parkinson Disease Care Through Patient-Centric FocusMichael Soileau, MD, FAAN, talked about a panel of specialists who discussed the evolution and multidisciplinary treatment of Parkinson disease, emphasizing patient-centered care and advanced therapeutic options.
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AUPN Leading Edge Episode 2: So You Want to Be a Dean? Pros, Cons, Joys and TribulationsAUPN Leading Edge Episode 2 features Clifton Gooch, MD, and Charles Lockwood, MD, who explore making the leap from chair to dean. [LISTEN TIME: 25 minutes]
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New Horizons in Multiple SclerosisExperts share insights on the latest innovations in multiple sclerosis research, in highlights from a recent State of the Science SummitTM, presented by Neurology Live®.
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AUPN 2022 Spring Chairs Session: Simulations for Training in NeurologyDavid G. Standaert, MD, PhD; Wolfgang Muhlhofer, MD; and Latisha Sharma, MD, share their experience in applying simulation-based learning in Neurology and will discuss the current state and future potential of this approach. [WATCH TIME: 1 hour, 25 minutes]
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Insights on Seizure Therapy and Future Plans in Epilepsy Research: Iryna Leunikava, MScThe European evidence generation strategy lead for epilepsy and rare syndromes at UCB described some details about further epilepsy research and other explorations in the next few years. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
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Challenges With Identifying Convulsive Events to Prevent Sudden Death in Toddlers: Orrin Devinsky, MDThe director of NYU Langone’s Comprehensive Epilepsy Center discussed the infrequent prevalence of febrile seizures in toddlers prior to sudden death and the difficulty with toeing the line on being overly cautious and reasonable. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
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Clinical Pearls for the Management of MSExpert neurologists emphasize the importance of conversations around patient lifestyle, mental health, and comorbid conditions as keys to improve care for MS.
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Use of Long-term NMOSD Data in Clinical PracticeSean Pittock, MD, discusses how he utilizes long-term data in his clinical practice for treating neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder and offers advice for physicians on incorporating these insights into patient care.
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Newborn Screening Awareness Month: Understanding the Impact of Newborn Screening for SMAAdvocacy organization Cure SMA provides insight on the importance of continuing to push for standardized newborn screening and how it can positively impact outcomes in SMA.
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AUPN Leadership Minute Episode 40: Funding Resident and Fellow PositionsEpisode 40 of the AUPN Leadership Minute features Clifton L. Gooch, MD, of the University of South Florida; and Tom Frontera, MD, of the University of South Florida. [WATCH TIME: 9 minutes]
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Changes in Themes Across Neurology Over the Years: Rebecca Gottesman, MD, PhD, FANA; Frances E. Jensen, MD, FACPThe president of the ANA and the chair of the annual meeting programming committee provided commentary on the advances in neurology and the shift in how clinicians approach and treat diseases once thought to be fatal. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]
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SARS-CoV-2 May Alter Blood-Brain Barrier FunctionThere is no evidence yet that SARS-CoV-2 can pass the blood-brain barrier, though its effects on the barrier may be intensified in those with dementia.
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Future Research Objectives and Questions for Radiologically Isolated Syndrome: Darin Okuda, MD, FAAN, FANAThe director of Neuroinnovation and Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology Imaging Program at UT Southwestern Medical Center discussed ways to build off the ARISE study and the unanswered questions regarding radiologically isolated syndrome. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
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Advice for Clinicians Treating SpasticityExperts on spasticity provide advice for practicing clinicians to optimize patient outcomes.
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Applying the Innovation Biodesign Framework to Promote Equity and Green Activity in Dementia CareLassell et al present a use case demonstrating the process of moving an unmet need to the “solution space” of the Innovation Biodesign Framework for addressing a healthcare challenge in a specific at-risk population: Alzheimer disease and AD-related dementias.
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The Endocannabinoid System and its Relationship to Migraine: Tally Largent-Milnes, PhDThe assistant professor of pharmacology at the University of Arizona College of Medicine Tucson shared her insight into the endocannabinoid system and its therapeutic potential in treating migraine. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
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Lessons Learned and Future Possibilities in ALS Collaborations: Edritz Javelosa, PhDAt the 2023 MDA conference, the scientific research portfolio director at Muscular Dystrophy Association detailed a session on collaborative research in ALS and ongoing efforts in the field. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
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Prescribing Psychical Activity Regimens in Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Jacqueline Montes, PT, EdDThe associate professor of rehabilitation and regenerative medicine at Columbia University Medical Center discussed the ways clinicians go about properly prescribing exercise regimens for patients with spinal muscular atrophy. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
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The Evolving Impact of Biosimilars and Pharmacists When Treating Multiple Sclerosis: Ryan Haumschild, PharmD, MS, MBAThe director of pharmacy at Emory Healthcare and Winship Cancer Institute talked about the role of pharmacists in multiple sclerosis patient care and collaborating with providers as biosimilars become available. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
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Redefining the Understanding of Alzheimer Disease and Its Pathology: Ralph Nixon, MD, PhDThe professor of psychiatry and cell biology at NYU Langone provided commentary on new findings which challenge traditional theories on the root of Alzheimer disease and how it is targeted. [WATCH TIME: 17 minutes]
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A Call to Action to Address Disparities in Multiple Sclerosis Care: Jaime Imitola, MDThe chief of the Division of MS and Neuroimmunology at UConn Health talked about the challenges with access to care in multiple sclerosis, particularly for marginalized communities, despite significant progress made in the field over the past decades. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
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Advanced Imaging for Extended Stroke TreatmentWith many patients presenting with an unknown time of last known well, establishing a tissue window using advanced imaging techniques may allow for more effective intervention and better outcomes.
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How Surgical Interventions Improve Survival Rate in Pediatric Epilepsy: Sandi K. Lam, MD, MBAThe division chief of pediatric neurosurgery at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago talked about findings from a recently published study on long-term survival of pediatric patients with drug-resistant epilepsy which was presented at AES 2023. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]
