Videos

Krzysztof Selmaj, MD, PhD, discusses the side effects of sphinogine-1-phospate (S1P) receptor modulators, highlighting particular adverse events clinicians should be aware of when treating multiple sclerosis (MS).

Krzysztof Selmaj, MD, PhD, explains the tissue selectivity of sphinogine-1-phospate (S1P) receptor modulators and the clinical considerations that arise when treating multiple sclerosis (MS).

Krzysztof Selmaj, MD, PhD, discusses the treatment landscape for relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) and where sphinogine-1-phospate (S1P) receptor modulators fit in.

The researcher in the department of neurochemistry at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden discussed bloodspot cards as a promising method for collecting blood samples in Alzheimer disease research. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

The genetic epidemiologist at the University of Pennsylvania talked about a collaboration of sites and analysis groups across the US to create a vast collection of genetic data on patients living with Alzheimer disease. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

Neurology News Network for the week ending July 22, 2023. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

The associate professor of neuroscience at Lund University in Sweden discussed findings from a study of a new blood test examining biomarkers which demonstrated a high accuracy in identifying Alzheimer disease pathology. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

The research assistant professor, pathology and laboratory medicine, University of Pennsylvania, talked about the ongoing research in her lab on understanding the mechanisms and consequences of TDP-43 aggregation in Alzheimer Disease. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

The associate professor of neurochemistry at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden talked about a pilot study that explored the potential of finger prick tests to remotely collect blood and provide reliable biomarker results for Alzheimer disease diagnosis. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

In this episode of MEDcast, expert geriatric psychiatrists explore the urgent need for effective diagnostic methods that can detect Alzheimer’s disease at an early stage. We will discuss blood-based biomarkers and other advancements that can help screen Alzheimer’s disease non-invasively and early in the disease course.

The director of research for internal medicine and geriatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine provided perspective on ways to effectively streamline cognitive screening in timely and accurate manor. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

The neurologist in the Danish Dementia Research Center at Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen, Denmark, discussed a cohort study that examined the association between opioid use and the risk of mortality in an older patient population living with dementia. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

John Kramer, PA-C, Patricia Melville, NP-C, and Amy Perrin Ross, APN identify challenges in accessing biosimilars in clinical practice.

Aliza Ben-Zacharia, PhD, DNP, ANP-BC and Amy Perrin Ross, APN discuss differences between biologic and biologic natalizumab phase 3 trials.

The professor in the department of internal medicine at RUSH Medical College talked about estimating the prevalence of Alzheimer disease to uncover the variability in disease prevalence at a micro-level and its implications for public health programs. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

The associate professor of neurology at the Indiana University School of Medicine provided insight on the distinguishable characteristics of certain cognitive screening tools and the advantages to each. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

The director of research for internal medicine and geriatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine provided perspective on navigating challenges with newly approved treatments for Alzheimer disease, and using resources efficiently. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

The postdoctoral fellow at the University of California San Diego discussed using CRISPR-based gene editing to alter the amyloid precursor protein gene in mice models with symptoms of Alzheimer disease. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

Neurology News Network for the week ending July 15, 2023. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

Daniel E. Kremens, MD, JD, discusses the current strategies for managing off episodes in Parkinson disease and reviews patient criteria that physicians should consider when choosing on-demand therapy.

Daniel E. Kremens, MD, JD, discusses best practices for speaking to patients about OFF episodes.

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society sponsored research fellow at Kessler Foundation talked about a research project that investigates the differences in brain structure and aging metrics among patients with multiple sclerosis from differing racial and ethnic backgrounds. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

The director of neurology and neuromuscular medicine at the Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters in Norfolk, Virginia, provided background on findings from the phase 4 RESPOND study, and the potential of combining therapeutic approaches in SMA. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

The director of the Neuroinformatics Program at the University of California, Irvine, discussed complexities with different machine learning algorithms in migraine research, including findings from the AMPP study. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

The social worker in the Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Clinic at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia talked about depression and suicidality rates in pediatric patients with multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

The professor of anesthesiology at Washington University in St. Louis discussed the reasons behind his presentation at the 2023 AHS Annual Meeting on engaging underserved populations in pain medicine research. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

Amy Perrin Ross, APN, Patricia Melville, NP-C, Aliza Ben-Zacharia, PhD, DNP, ANP-BC, and John Kramer, PA-C discuss natalizumab biosimilar (biosim-NTZ) PB006 phase 3 Antelope study.

Advanced practice providers discuss potential cost savings with biosimilars and biosimilar use in multiple sclerosis.

The assistant professor at Queen’s University discussed results from a pilot trial that evaluated the impact of a dyadic physical activity intervention among both caregivers and patients with multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

In this episode of MEDcast, Dr Krieger, Dr Brandstadter, and Dr Bove discuss MS care in patients who are considering pregnancy. They highlight treatment options, monitoring recommendations during and after pregnancy, as well as other crucial considerations when caring for patients with childbearing goals.