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Aristea S. Galanopoulou, MD, PhD
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EEG Abnormalities in Acutely Ill Patients With COVID-19

Preliminary findings from a retrospective sample series in the Bronx, New York.

Whitney J. Palmer
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COVID-19 Neurological Complications More Likely in Those with Hypertension, Diabetes

Two-thirds of patients with critical results were African American, demonstrating an additional need to explore associations between ethnicity and COVID-19.

Robert Sergott, MD
Jennifer S. Sun, PhD

Staff Scientist, Sanjana Lab, New York Genome Center, and NYU

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Complement Inhibition in Myasthenia Gravis

Recent advancements have the potential to significantly improve the lives of individuals with myasthenia gravis and contribute to the broader understanding of autoimmune diseases

Herbert B. Newton, MD, FAAN
Laura C. Speltz, MD
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Cyclic Vomiting, Incontinence in a Young Boy

An 8 year old boy with genetically confirmed neurofibromatosis type 1 presents with first generalized seizure.

Smitha Reddy, PhD
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Dystrophin Pathway and Treatments Offer Hope for Patients with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Gene therapy has generated excitement as a treatment or even a potential cure for inherited diseases. Among them: Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Mona Al Banna, MB BCh BAO, MSc(Res)
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ISC Post-Conference Recap: What Other Early Career Attendees Should Know

Third year neurology resident Mona Al Banna, MB BCh BAO, MSc(Res) recounts her first major medical conference experience and provides guidance on how to make the most of your attendance, especially as a resident or fellow.

Akshay S. Desai, MD, MPH
Samuel Hunter, MD, PhD
Thomas Leist, MD, PhD
Kevin Kunzmann
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FDA Approves Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine for Those Ages 16 Years and Older

The full approval for BNT162b2 (Comirnaty; Pfizer/BioNTech) will afford physicians greater prescribing capability and is expected to play a role in driving workplace vaccine mandates.

Jesus E. Pina-Garza, MD
Christina M. Ohnsman, MD
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Rare Neurologic Diseases Are Not Truly Rare

Despite being labeled as rare diseases, a number of neurologic conditions impact more patients than most would believe. The consultant with expertise in ophthalmology, gene therapy, and rare and orphan diseases, chimed in about how these diseases can often be overlooked.

Patricia K. Coyle, MD, Clyde E. Markowitz, MD
B.J. Boyle
Carlos A. Williams, MD
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Exploring the Burden of Cerebrovascular Disease in Virginia

Located in the “Stroke Belt” of the US, Virginia presents a unique perspective on the interplay of social, ethnic, and cultural implications on population health.

Tim West, MD
Peter Goadsby, MB BS
Clyde Markowitz, MD
Thomas Castles
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FDA Approves Riptide Aspiration System for Acute Ischemic Stroke

The FDA has approved the Riptide Aspiration System for thrombus retrieval via the Arc Catheter for revascularization in patients with acute ischemic stroke secondary to intracranial large vessel occlusive disease.

Kathryn A. Davis, MD, MS, FAES
Marc R. Nuwer, MD, PhD
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Marc Nuwer Explores the 2019 CPT Codes for Epilepsy

The professor and vice chair of the neurology department at UCLA discussed the new VNS, RNS and DBS CPT codes for 2019.

Clyde E. Markowitz, MD, Patricia K. Coyle, MD
Peter Goadsby, MBBS
Chris Mazzolini
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Eight Ways to Evaluate a Telehealth Vendor

A look at the questions you should be asking during the decision-making process of picking a telehealth vendor.

Leslie Humbel, BA
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Spinal Muscular Atrophy and COVID-19: Guidance and Resources for Providers

Advocacy organization Cure SMA provides guidance for health care providers caring for patients with SMA during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Jill Jarecki, PhD
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Spinal Muscular Atrophy and COVID-19: Guidance and Resources for Providers

Advocacy organization Cure SMA provides guidance for health care providers caring for patients with SMA during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Rohit Dhall, MD, MSPH
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Noninvasive Neuromodulation for Essential Tremor: An Important Tool for Maintaining Independence at Home

Noninvasive neuromodulation with TAPS is a safe and effective tool that offers particular utility in the age of COVID-19 when other treatment options may be less accessible.

Staff Writer
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Gene Therapy Shows Robust Activity for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

A novel gene therapy has demonstrated impressive early results in a small sample of 3 children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.