Latest Conference Coverage
Machine Learning Approach Shows Strong Ability to Predict Gait Dysfunction in Parkinson Disease
August 29th 2023Previous neuroimaging studies in Parkinson disease suggest an altered interaction at a structural and functional level between cortical and subcortical areas of the brain that each contribute to gait dysfunction.
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]
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]
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]
Empowering Behavior Change in Migraine Through Motivational Interviewing: Elizabeth Seng, PhD
August 16th 2023The associate professor at Yeshiva University and Albert Einstein College of Medicine discussed the significance of motivational interviewing as a means for providers to engage with their patients and the harmful impact of societal stereotypes on individuals with migraine. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
Seeking Clarity in Patient Stratification of Parkinson Disease: Mazen Elkurd, DO
August 14th 2023The director of the Movement Disorders Center at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, a part of Baylor Scott & White Health, talked about the dilemma of stratifying patients with Parkinson disease based on various criteria and emphasized the need for a consensus on classification. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Proper Ways to Engage Underserved Populations in Pain Medicine: Burel Goodin, PhD
August 10th 2023The professor of anesthesiology at Washington University in St. Louis provided perspective on the respect and approach that comes with conducting research in underserved or impoverished communities. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
Navigating the Cognitive Screening Toolbox: Dustin Hammers, PhD
August 8th 2023The associate professor of neurology at the Indiana University School of Medicine discussed the screening paradigm for Alzheimer disease, and the reluctancy to use new digital tools over traditional methods. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]
Botulinumtoxins in the Management of Movement Disorders: Laxman Bahroo, DO
August 8th 2023The professor of neurology and residency program director at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital spoke to the evolution of the utility of botulinumtoxins in the treatment of patients with Parkinson and other movement disorders. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
Addressing Patient Hesitancy in Parkinson Treatment With Education: Mazen Elkurd, DO
August 7th 2023The director of the Movement Disorders Center at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, a part of Baylor Scott & White Health, discussed patient reluctance towards new treatments for Parkinson disease and the role of education in defining treatment expectations for patients. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
Alzheimer's Association International Conference 2023: Top Expert Interviews
August 5th 2023A group of experts in the care of patients with neurological conditions—Kumar B. Rajan, PhD; Christina Jensen-Dahm, MD, PhD; Nicole Fowler, PhD; Nicholas Ashton, PhD; Jazmyn Muhammad, BS—shared their perspectives on hot topics of treatment and management in Alzheimer disease from the 2023 Alzheimer's Association International Conference.
Innovative Epigenome Editing Adds to Precision Medicine Approach for Alzheimer Disease
August 3rd 2023Boris Kantor, PhD, associate research professor of neurobiology, and Ornit Chiba-Falek, PhD, professor in neurology, both faculty at Duke University, discussed research on an innovative epigenome therapy targeting the APOE gene, a significant genetic risk factor for Alzheimer disease.
The Promise of Gene Therapies for the Management of Parkinson Disease: Mazen Elkurd, DO
August 3rd 2023The director of the Movement Disorders Center at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, a part of Baylor Scott & White Health, discussed the current state of treatment for Parkinson disease and gene therapy as a promising treatment for the management of the disease. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
Incorporating Digital Cognitive Assessments in Real-World Practice: Nicole Fowler, PhD
August 2nd 2023The director of research for internal medicine and geriatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine discussed the advantages digital assessments bring to clinics, and what role they will play in the coming years. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Uncovering Ethnic, Racial Differences in Multiple Sclerosis Onset: Farren B. S. Briggs, PhD, ScM
August 2nd 2023The associate professor in the department of population and quantitative health sciences at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine talked about the presentation of multiple sclerosis in Latinx individuals compared with White Americans. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
Enhancing Consistency in Neuroimaging With AI and Image Harmonization: Lianrui Zuo, MSE
August 1st 2023The 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]
Ensuring Safe Pregnancy and Postpartum Care for Patients With Multiple Sclerosis: Anna Shah, MD
August 1st 2023The assistant professor of neurology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine talked about the importance of addressing family planning with patients with multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
Retrospectively Exploring De-Escalation of Multiple Sclerosis Medication: Carolyn H. Goldschmidt, DO
July 31st 2023The neurologist at NorthShore University Health System in Chicago discussed a retrospective study on patients with multiple sclerosis who switched from high or moderate efficacy disease-modifying therapies to lower efficacy ones. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
Comparing Ublituximab and Teriflunomide in Improving Fatigue in MS: Enrique Alvarez, MD, PhD
July 31st 2023The associate professor of neurology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine discussed results of phase 3 studies assessing therapeutics on the impact of fatigue experienced by patients with multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
Epigenetic Therapy Demonstrates Efficacy in APOE Reduction for Alzheimer Disease
July 30th 2023Research shows that carrying the APOE e4 variant significantly increases lifetime risk for late-onset Alzheimer disease, and additional evidence suggests that lowering the variant expression may be a promising therapeutic target for the disease.
