Videos
Restoring Dystrophin Protein Production in DMD With Exon Skipping AOC Therapy: Steve Hughes, MD
September 5th 2023The chief medical officer at Avidity Biosciences talked about how its exon skipping AOC therapies are designed to address the lack of functional dystrophin protein among patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy to improve muscle function. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
Addressing Misdiagnosis and Delayed Diagnosis in Multiple Sclerosis: Andrew Solomon, MD
September 1st 2023The associate professor of neurological sciences at the University of Vermont in Burlington discussed the persistent issue of delayed and misdiagnoses among patients with multiple sclerosis, highlighting the need to improve accurate diagnosis. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Creating Efficient, Well-Rounded Neurology Departments
August 31st 2023A panel of former AUPN presidents detailed how advances in neurology have changed the way the clinical specialty is taught, and why collaboration among leadership remains vital to creating an effective neurology department. [WATCH TIME: 7 minutes]
The Road Ahead for BTK Inhibitors in Multiple Sclerosis: Amit Bar-Or, MD, FRCPC, FAAN, FANA
August 31st 2023The Melissa and Paul Anderson President’s Distinguished Professor of Neurology, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, talked about the promising potential of BTK inhibitors in treating both relapsing and progressive forms of multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]
EXPLORE44's Approach to Rare Disease Treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Steve Hughes, MD
August 30th 2023The chief medical officer at Avidity Biosciences discussed the phase 1/2 EXPLORE44 trial, assessing an investigational treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and highlighted the potential of the treatment based on the recent FDA orphan drug and fast track designations. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
Capabilities of Deep Brain Stimulation to Modulate Late-Stage Neuroplasticity: Kenneth Baker, PhD
August 30th 2023The associate staff member in the department of neurology at Cleveland Clinic discussed the major take-home points and post-hoc findings from a positive study of deep brain stimulation in poststroke patients. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Shifting to a Collaborative Approach to Conquer Challenges in Progressive MS: Anne H. Cross, MD
August 29th 2023The professor of neurology at Washington University School of Medicine discussed the growing sense of hope among patients with progressive multiple sclerosis as providers gain an understanding in treating this form of the disease. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Exploring Potential Therapeutic Opportunities for GammaTile in Neurosurgery: Matthew Shepard, MD
August 28th 2023The neurosurgeon at Allegheny Health Network discussed the current uses of GammaTile following tumor removal, and the research needed to unlock greater potential. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Potential Avenues for Remyelination in Multiple Sclerosis: Bruce Bebo, PhD
August 23rd 2023The executive vice president of the National MS Society provided perspective on the challenges with remyelinating strategies for patients with MS, and the progress that’s been made thus far. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
Clinical Pearls for Navigating Neurological Diagnoses: Aliza Ben-Zacharia, PhD, DNP, ANP-BC, FAAN
August 23rd 2023The assistant professor at Hunter College talked about the importance of prioritizing accurate localization, appropriate diagnostic tests, and patient communication for effective neurological diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Exploring the Potential of Deep Brain Stimulation in Poststroke Recovery: Kenneth Baker, PhD
August 22nd 2023The associate staff member in the department of neurology at Cleveland Clinic provided background on a recently published phase 1 trial showing benefits of DBS for chonic poststroke motor rehabilitation. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
A 3-Step Strategy for Enhancing Migraine Patient Care: Bert B. Vargas, MD, FAHS, FAAN
August 21st 2023The associate vice president of neuroscience, US Medical Affairs at Eli Lilly talked about the "Think Talk Treat Migraine" program and the 3 vital actions for providers take to improve migraine care for their patients. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Retinal Vasculature Changes in Migraine With Aura: Katherine Podraza, MD, PhD
August 18th 2023The headache specialist at the Hartford Healthcare Headache Center discussed findings from a study that revealed altered retinal vasculature in individuals with migraine with aura, indicating potential retinal biomarkers for disease progression. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
