The Effect of Epilepsy Surgery on Tonic–Clonic Seizures
Dr. Halley Alexander talks with Dr. Juan Luis Alcala-Zermeno about the outcomes of epilepsy surgery, specifically for patients with tonic-clonic seizures. Read the related article in Epilepsia. Read the additional related article in Epilepsia. Listen to the previous podcast episode mentioned in this episode. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
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August 2025 Recall: Topics on Dementia Diagnosis
The August 2025 recall spotlights four previously released episodes on topics related to dementia diagnosis. The episode begins with Dr. Amy Brodtmann discussing the complexities of diagnosing frontotemporal dementia in clinical practice. Next, Dr. Joseph Therriault delves into the use of plasma biomarkers in diagnosing Alzheimer disease. In the third episode, Dr. Trey Bateman discusses the growing significance of blood-based biomarkers in Alzheimer disease. The episode concludes with Dr. Gregg Day discussing the clinical implications of using plasma biomarkers in real-world patient care. Podcast links: Frontotemporal Dementia Differential Diagnosis in Clinical Practice Diagnosis of Alzheimer Disease Using Plasma Biomarkers Understanding Blood-Based Biomarkers in Alzheimer Disease Diagnostic Performance of Plasma Biomarkers in the Outpatient Memory Clinic Article links: Frontotemporal Dementia Differential Diagnosis in Clinical Practice Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease Using Plasma Biomarkers Adjusted to Clinical Probability Diagnostic Performance of Plasma p-tau217 and Aβ42/40 Biomarkers in the Outpatient Memory Clinic Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
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Medical Student Perspectives on Stigma in FND
Dr. Kathryn Krulisky talks with Dr. Jordan Garris about educational gaps in understanding FND, the impact of stigma on patient care, and the importance of empathy in medical training. Read the related article in Neurology® Education. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
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A Phase 3 Trial of Upadacitinib for Giant-Cell Arteritis
Dr. Shuvro Roy talks with Dr. Daniel Blockmans about the efficacy and safety of upadacitinib as a treatment option for giant-cell arteritis. Read the related article in The New England Journal of Medicine. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
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Clinical Approach to Dementia Risk in Patients with Parkinson Disease
Dr. Jason Crowell talks with Dr. Daniel Weintraub about clinical considerations and strategies for effective communication when addressing cognitive concerns in patients with Parkinson disease. Read the related article in Neurology®. Listen to the related podcast episode with Dr. Jeff Ratliff. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.
The Neurology Podcast provides practical information for neurologists and clinicians to practice the best possible medicine for patients. Examining methods and findings in peer-reviewed journals, the show provides insights that impact clinical practice and patient care. From the journal Neurology and the American Academy of Neurology, providing education and expert analysis since 2007.
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