The NeurologyLive® headache and migraine clinical focus page offers information, podcasts, videos, and news and interviews with physicians related to the care of patients with headache disorders such as chronic and episodic migraine, cluster headache, tension-type headache, and more. The page includes updates on the latest FDA actions, clinical guidelines, and study and clinical trial findings.
August 16th 2025
A recent study reassured that triptans may be safe for migraine treatment, emphasizing the need for individualized assessments of cardiovascular risks.
Capabilities of Allegheny Health Network’s Expansive Headache Registry: Andrea Synowiec, DO
February 16th 2022The assistant director of the Allegheny Headache Center explained the origins of the recently launched headache registry, which keeps data about patients’ responses to medications. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]
Outline of New Cleveland Clinic Brain Study: Imad Najm, MD
February 10th 2022The director of Cleveland Clinic’s Epilepsy Center provided insight on a new 20-year initiative to uncover more about the origins of neurological diseases and how they occur prior to symptom onset. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Challenges in Pediatric Neurocritical Care, Clinician Demographics Identified in Survey
February 4th 2022Most child neurologist respondents were generally early in their career, had diverse subspeciality training, and tended to work at large, resource-rich centers capable of multimodal neuromonitoring.
People Helping People: Fostering, Supporting, and Empowering Women Leaders in Neurology
February 3rd 2022Although research illustrates the persistence of inequities between women and men in neurology, 3 women leaders shared encouraging thoughts and experiences highlighting the progress made in recent years.
Evolving Roles of Women in Neurology: Jan Brandes, MD, MS
February 3rd 2022In light of National Women Physicians Day, the assistant clinical professor at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine commented on the roles women have played historically, and her perspective on where they stand now. [WATCH TIME: 12 minutes]
Importance of National Women Physicians Day and Valuing Women in Neurology: Jan Brandes, MD, MS
February 3rd 2022The assistant clinical professor at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine shared what National Women Physicians Day means to her, and the history behind its celebration. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]
Alternative Career Paths: Clinical Care Through Clinical Research
February 3rd 2022For women, the decision to opt for an unconventional career path can be inspired by conflicting responsibilities and balancing life with work. But, as Sana Syed, MD, MPH, explains, following your passion is still an achievable dream despite these challenges.