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Overcoming the Challenges of Ultra Rare Diseases, Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy: Peter Kang, MDAt the 2023 MDA conference, the professor of neurology at the University of Minnesota talked about the current understanding and challenges of Limb Girdle muscular dystrophy from a clinical perspective. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
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Shifting Focus From Relapses to Neurodegeneration in MS: Michael Levin, MD, FAAN, FANAThe professor of neurology at the University of Saskatchewan discussed the need to improve therapeutics aimed at improving neurodegeneration in patients with multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
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Analyzing Specific Pathways in Cells to Prevent Relapse in NMOSD: Shuhei Nishiyama, MD, PhDThe research fellow at the Neuroimmunology Clinic and Research Laboratory, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, talked about his research of cell function in NMOSD to be presented at the upcoming AAN annual meeting. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]
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Clinical Research in ALS, the Potential of CNM-Au8 in the Care Landscape: James Berry, MD, MPHThe director of the Massachusetts General Hospital ALS Care Center discussed the importance of effective disease-modifying therapies for ALS and the potential of CNM-Au8 in the management of the disease. [WATCH TIME: 2 minutes]
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Factors Influencing Time Delays in Initiating High-Efficacy Treatment in Multiple Sclerosis: Valentin Krüger, MDThe neurology resident at the University Hospital Frankfurt in Germany talked about a study presented at ECTRIMS 2024 that analyzed time delays in initiating high-efficacy treatments in patients with multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
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Implementing Headache Training in ResidencyDespite a tremendous burden regarding migraine-related disability and expenditure, headache disorders remain underdiagnosed and undertreated, and only a small percentage of patients report satisfaction with the treatment received.
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EEG TalkEEG Talk is a series dedicated to teaching electroencephalogram (EEG) reading skills in neurology in a way that is both digestible and fun. New episodes featuring special guests in the field are posted regularly on Mondays.
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Expanding Diversity in Neurology, Inclusive Communication and Accessibility: Diana M. Cejas, MD, MPHThe assistant professor of neurology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill discussed the importance of recognizing disability as part of diversity in neurology, emphasizing the need for inclusive communication and accessibility for disabled patients. [WATCH TIME: 10 minutes]
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TSC Roundtable Discussion: Transforming the Future of TSC Care, ResearchPeter Crino, MD, and Steven Roberds, PhD, join NeurologyLive to discuss several topics regarding the state of care for tuberous sclerosis complex, and the future of and advances in research.
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Need for a Multifactoral Approach to Treat Alzheimer Disease: Nicolas Villain, MDThe cognitive and behavioral neurology fellow at Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital in Paris, France, provided perspective on the reasons to not solely rely on anti-amyloid treatments to treat Alzheimer disease. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
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Integrating Advanced Practice Clinicians Into Neurology: Calli L. Cook, NP, DNPThe nurse practitioner at the Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University detailed why a cultural shift is needed to incorporate APCs into the neurology space and thus improve multidisciplinary care.
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CAR-T Cell Therapy: Firing Up the Engines as a Possible B-Cell Directed Treatment for MSKnown for his expertise in stem cell transplantation, Cleveland Clinic researcher Jeffrey Cohen, MD, shifted gears to discuss other cell-based therapies in his Whitaker Lecture at the CMSC Annual Meeting.
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Determining DMT Timing in Radiologically Isolated Syndrome: Ilena George, MDThe neurologist from Massachusetts General Hospital discussed when to prescribe disease-modifying therapy and some challenges in caring for patients with RIS.
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A Doctor Celebrates the Role of Nurse Practitioners in Providing the Highest Caliber CareHeidi Schwarz, MD, offers her perspective on the role of advanced practice providers in clinical neurological care and the benefit that they provide to practices.
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Complexities With Management of Insomnia in Children and Adolescents: Judith Owens, MDThe professor of neurology in the Division of Sleep Medicine at Harvard Medical School provided insight on current management of insomnia for children and adolescents, and where improvements could be made. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
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Unmet Needs in the Treatment of Spinal Muscular AtrophyA panel of experts considers current unmet needs in SMA by emphasizing the need for further study of combination therapy, more comprehensive newborn screening, and more effective early diagnosis and treatment.
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Managing MS in the Community: Advice and ResourcesAdvice and resources for colleagues, including community practitioners and neurologists, to encourage collaboration and best support for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).
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Long-Term Goals of Guidelines for Painful Diabetic Neuropathy: Brian Callaghan, MD, MSThe associate professor at the University of Michigan described the ways recently published guidelines on diabetic neuropathies will change how conditions like Guillain-Barré syndrome and CIDP are managed. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
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Health Risks of Daylight Savings for the Medical and Patient Community: Jocelyn Y. Cheng, MDOne of the members of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Public Safety Committee talked about the adverse events of daylight savings among both the clinical and patient community. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
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Evolution of Multiple Sclerosis Diagnostic Criteria and the Role of Spinal Taps: David A. Hafler, MD, FANAThe William S. and Lois Stiles Edgerly Professor of Neurology at Yale School of Medicine talked about the ongoing evolution of multiple sclerosis diagnostic criteria and the importance of comprehensive testing to guide early intervention and improve outcomes. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
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Digital Health Tool Offers Innovative Quantitative Fall Assessment Solution for Older AdultsFalls cost the US more than $50 billion annually, but platforms like CatchU, a transformative digital health tool, provide quantitative fall assessment that might significantly enhance the current standard of care for predicting falls.
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The Practical Impact of Seizure Rescue Medication in the Landscape of Epilepsy Care: Kamil Detyniecki, MDThe associate professor of clinical neurology at University of Miami Miller School of Medicine discussed the implications of findings from a recent post hoc analysis on midazolam and the need for inclusive research in assessing the efficacy of seizure rescue treatments. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
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Emerging Approaches to the Treatment of 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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Diagnostic Delays and the Importance of the Physician-Patient Relationship: Amy ShinnemanThe 2022 MDA National Ambassador and patient with Bethlem myopathy spoke to the critical need to improve diagnosis delays in neuromuscular disorders and effective communication between patients and their physicians. [WATCH TIME: 2 minutes]
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Predicting Clinical Needs and Potential for Genetic Therapies in ALS: Jennifer Morganroth, MD, MBAAt the 2023 MDA’s Clinical and Scientific conference, the neurology resident at Penn Medicine talked about the challenges of delivering intrathecal therapies and the importance of planning clinical resources for patients with ALS. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
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Ensuring Safe Pregnancy and Postpartum Care for Patients With Multiple Sclerosis: Anna Shah, MDThe assistant professor of neurology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine talked about the importance of addressing family planning with patients with multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
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Assessing Treatment Decisions for Myasthenia Gravis: George Small, MDThe adult neurologist at Allegheny Health Network provided insight on the steps taken to ensure a patient with myasthenia gravis is on an effective and safe therapy. [WATCH TIME: 7 minutes]
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A Melting Pot of Strategies and Collaboration at the 2025 MDA Conference: Sharon Hesterlee, PhDThe chief research officer of the Muscular Dystrophy Association talked about what is to be expected at the 2025 MDA Conference, held March 16-19, in Dallas, Texas. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
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Adding to the Literature of KIF5A in ALS Pathogensis: Devesh Pant, PhDThe instructor in the department of cell biology at Emory University provided context on a presentation at MDA 2024 regarding mutations in Kif5a in familial forms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
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Dual-Orexin Receptor Antagonists for Treatment of InsomniaIn an upcoming Peer Exchange program entitled “Dual-Orexin Receptor Antagonists for Treatment of Insomnia” Dr Paul Doghramji will moderate a conversation with physicians about this class of agents for treatment of insomnia and discuss other therapeutic advancements in the field.
