Authors


Gunter Hoglinger, MD

Latest:

Mechanistic Approach Behind AMX0035 in Progressive Supranuclear Palsy: Gunter Hoglinger, MD

The professor of neurology and translational neuroscientist at Ludwig-Maximillian’s University Munich detailed the logic behind the ORION study, a new trial assessing AMX0035, an approved therapy for ALS, in patients with progressive supranuclear palsy. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]


Lianrui Zuo, MSE

Latest:

Enhancing Consistency in Neuroimaging With AI and Image Harmonization: Lianrui Zuo, MSE

The PhD student in the department of electrical and computer engineering at Johns Hopkins University discussed the use of artificial intelligence and image harmonization techniques to address the challenges caused by multisite effects in neuroimaging. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]


Jay Alberts, PhD

Latest:

Challenges With Assessing Stages of Parkinson Disease and the Lack of Standardized Biomarkers: Jay Alberts, PhD

The Edward F. and Barbara A. Bell Endowed Chair at Cleveland Clinic discussed the complexities with identifying viable biomarkers for Parkinson disease, as well as interventions geared toward specific regions of the brain. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]


Jan Brandes, MD, MS

Latest:

Attracting More Women to Neurology: Jan Brandes, MD, MS

The assistant clinical professor at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine discussed ways of incorporating and encouraging women physicians to enter the neurology specialty. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]


Julienne Verdi

Latest:

Successes and Advances in Migraine Care Through Headache on the Hill: Julienne Verdi

The executive director of the Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy discussed some of the successes from recent Headache on the Hills, and the expansion in centers of excellence for veterans with migraine. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]


Susana Vacas, MD, PhD

Latest:

Improving Surgery Communication, Risk Factor Assessment for Older Adults: Susana Vacas, MD, PhD

Following the publication of a recent article outlining the association of the use of anesthesia during surgery and cognitive decline in older adults, the assistant professor of anesthesiology at the David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA, spoke on the need to assess risk factors. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]


Henri Ford, MD, MHA

Latest:

Driving Innovation in Aging and Neurodegenerative Research: Henri Ford, MD, MHA

The dean and chief academic officer at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine discussed the university’s investment in computational biology to advance aging and neuroscience research. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]


Shiv Saidha, MBBCh

Latest:

Reevaluating Neuroprotective Multiple Sclerosis Trial Designs Using the Visual System: Shiv Saidha, MBBCh

The professor of neurology at Johns Hopkins Medicine discussed the trial design of the phase 4 RENEW study assessing the long-term safety profile of mitoxantrone in multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 9 minutes]


Angela Genge, MD, FRCPC, eMBA

Latest:

Restoring Protein Levels With QRL-201 Has Potential to Stabilize Disease Progression in ALS: Angela Genge, MD, FRCPC, eMBA

The chief medical officer of QurAlis talked about the potential of QRL-201 in patients with ALS from her talk presented at the 2023 MDA conference. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]


Saud A. Sadiq, MD, FAAN

Latest:

Intrathecal Mesenchymal Stem Cells as a Potential Treatment for Progressive Multiple Sclerosis: Saud A. Sadiq, MD, FAAN

The director and chief research scientist at Tisch MS Research Center of New York talked about a phase 2 data study on stem cell treatment for multiple sclerosis that was presented at the 2023 AAN Annual Meeting. [WATCH TIME: 7 minutes]


Chris Berka

Latest:

NeuroVoices: Chris Berka on Advancing Early Detection of Neurodegenerative Diseases with EEG Biomarkers

The CEO and cofounder at Advanced Brain Monitoring talked about a study presented at AAIC 2024 that explored the use of EEG biomarkers to differentiate between Alzheimer disease and frontotemporal dementia.


James Beck, PhD

Latest:

Illuminating Genetic Insights in Parkinson Disease Through PD GENEration: James Beck, PhD

The chief scientific officer of the Parkinson’s Foundation talked about how broad genetic testing through PD GENEration is uncovering valuable prognostic and diagnostic insights in Parkinson disease. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]


Fracesco Saccà, MD, PhD

Latest:

Therapeutic Potential of Dimethyl Fumarate to Treat Friedreich Ataxia: Francesco Saccà, MD, PhD

The associate professor of neurology at the University of Naples provided context on the mechanism of action for dimethyl fumarate and why there’s belief it can benefit patients with Friedreich ataxia. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]


Pavel Klein, MD

Latest:

A Paradigm Shift in Preventing Drug-Resistant Epilepsy: Pavel Klein, MD

The director of the Mid-Atlantic Epilepsy & Sleep Center and adjunct associate professor of neurology at George Washington University discussed the advancements in epilepsy research, especially for drug-resistant epilepsy, to be presented at AES 2023. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]


William L. Conte, MD, MS

Latest:

Importance of Diversity and Inclusion in MS Care for the LGBTQ+ Patient Population: William L. Conte, MD, MS

The head of the MS Center at Methodist Hospitals and assistant professor of neurology at Indiana University talked about the significance of diversity and the health disparities faced by patients with multiple sclerosis in the LGBTQ+ community. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]


Christina J. Azevedo, MD

Latest:

Advancing Understanding of the Preclinical Phase of Multiple Sclerosis: Christina J. Azevedo, MD

At the 2024 ECTRIMS Congress, the associate professor of clinical neurology at Keck School of Medicine of USC talked about recent research that highlights the preclinical phase of multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 9 minutes]


Suma Shah, MD

Latest:

The Ever-Expanding Multiple Sclerosis Therapeutics

Join Ahmed Obeidat, MD, PhD; Mitchell Freedman, MD; and Suma Shah, MD, for the second program of this monthly series as they discuss the evolution of therapeutics for the treatment of multiple sclerosis.


Heidi Crayton, MD

Latest:

Conversations With Patients About Mild/Moderate Multiple Sclerosis

The expert panel examines early multiple sclerosis (MS) and patients with mild MS even in later stages of the disease, emphasizing crucial information to convey to patients throughout their journey; faculty also explore cases where disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) may not be utilized.


Italo Linfante, MD

Latest:

Raising Awareness for Brain Aneurysms in Neurological Disorders

Italo Linfante, MD, director of interventional neuroradiology at Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute, discussed the importance of brain aneurysms in the context of neurology.


Donald S. Wood, PhD

Latest:

The Expectations for the 2023 MDA Conference: Donald S. Wood, PhD; Sharon Hesterlee, PhD

The president and CEO, as well as the executive vice president and chief research officer, of MDA, together offered an in-depth overview of what to expect from the 2023 MDA Conference, which will be held from March 19-22, 2023, in Dallas, Texas. [WATCH TIME: 12 minutes]


Yanhong Shi, PhD

Latest:

Potential for Alzheimer Drug Development With Miniature Brain Models: Yanhong Shi, PhD

The director of stem cell biology research at City of Hope spoke on the newly developed brain organoid, which has the potential to help investigators identify pathological mechanisms of Alzheimer disease.


Kelly Papesh, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC

Latest:

The Importance of Open Communication in Patient Care: Kelly Papesh, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC

The executive director of the Association of Movement Disorder Advanced Practice Providers discussed how effective patient care in movement disorders can lead to better management and treatment outcomes. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]


Heather Snyder, PhD

Latest:

Pathing the Next Steps in Alzheimer Disease Research: Heather Snyder, PhD

The vice president of medical and scientific relations at the Alzheimer’s Association discussed where the organization’s efforts are currently invested and the ways to continue momentum in the Alzheimer disease field. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]


Shailee Samir Shah, MD

Latest:

Evolving Approaches to the Diagnosis and Management of Paraneoplastic Neurologic Syndromes: Ditte Primdahl, MD; Shailee Samir Shah, MD

A duo of experts from Feinberg School of Medicine discussed the growing role of clinical algorithms, risk stratification, and treatment considerations in managing paraneoplastic neurologic syndromes alongside cancer therapies. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]


Adriana Banzzatto Ortega, MD

Latest:

Key Considerations in Treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy / Considerações essenciais para o tratamento da atrofia muscular espinhal

The expert panel shares clinical pearls for treatment and management of Spinal Muscular Atrophy. O painel de especialistas compartilha recomendações valiosas para o tratamento e manejo da atrofia muscular espinhal.


Jill Ostrem, MD

Latest:

CSAI and INFUS-ON Study for Treatment of Parkinson Disease

Panelists discuss how the recently FDA-approved SPN-830 apomorphine infusion pump demonstrated significant efficacy in reducing off time and improving motor function in the INFUS-ON study, with physicians expressing optimistic views about both the US and European clinical trial results.


Ravindra Ganesh, MD, MBBS, FACP, Dip ABOM

Latest:

What We Know But Still Have to Learn About Long COVID

Despite advances in understanding and treating Long COVID, many questions about its mechanisms, susceptibility, and varied recovery patterns remain unresolved, underscoring the need for continued research.


Thomas H. Brannagan III, MD

Latest:

Future Treatment of hATTR Amyloidosis

Analysis of current and newer therapies for the treatment of hereditary ATTR amyloidosis.


Neelam Goyal, MD

Latest:

Clinical Pearls for Management of Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

Panelists discuss how a multidisciplinary approach involving various specialists is crucial in managing generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), offering final insights and recommendations for health care professionals treating gMG patients.


Dileep Yavagal, MD

Latest:

The Partnership Between MT2020+ and Medtronic: Dileep Yavagal, MD, and Dan Volz

The professor of clinical neurology at University of Miami and MT2020+ chair, and president of Medtronic's Neurovascular Business discussed the effort to improve global accessibility of mechanical thrombectomy.

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