NEI Podcast

In Part II of this interview with Dr. Rona Hu, we discuss the most effective ways of assessing and preventing violence in the healthcare setting. Learn how to protect yourself, how to cope with such experiences, and how to support one another in the aftermath. 

In this episode, we dive into a topic that is not talked about enough, yet many clinicians experience assault by patients. Here, we address how to identify risks, how to decrease escalation from agitation to aggression, and how to cope after a violent event has occurred with a patient. Dr. Rona Hu is the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs at Stanford University School of Medicine. She is a Clinica...

In Part II of this episode, we continue to take a look back at 2019 with Dr. Andrew Cutler, as we reflect on the most FDA approvals, exciting research findings and all the important updates in psychopharmacology that could impact your practice.  Dr. Andrew Cutler is Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at the Neuroscience Education Institute (NEI). He has deeply rooted knowledge in clinical practice, acade...

In this episode, we take a look back at 2019 with Dr. Andrew Cutler, as we reflect on the most FDA approvals, exciting research findings and all the important updates in psychopharmacology that could impact your practice.  Dr. Andrew Cutler is Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at the Neuroscience Education Institute (NEI). He has deeply rooted knowledge in clinical practice, academic experience, and eme...

Join Dr. Andy Cutler through this lightning-speed review of how to manage antipsychotic medications and treat psychosis. Tune in for the latest information from this year's Congress! 

In this episode, we interview Dr. Donna Wilcock, about her cutting-edge research on the role of inflammation, vascular impairment, and cerebrovascular disease on Alzheimer's disease! Dr. Donna Wilcock is a Professor of Physiology at the University of Kentucky and the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging.

In this fascinating extended Q&A session with Dr. Rona Hu, join us as she answers important questions about her presentation on the assessment and management of agitation!

Join us for this exciting extended Q&A session with Dr. Kari Franson, as she addresses your questions from her presentation on the legislation and legalization of marijuana and protecting your patients!

In this extended Q&A session with Dr. Andrew Cutler, we discuss your most important questions from his presentation on antipsychotic treatment approaches beyond the D2 receptor!

Join us for a fascinating extended Q&A with Dr. Leslie Citrome, where he answers your most pressing questions from his presentation on the assessment and treatment of eating disorders!

In this exciting extended Q&A session, Dr. William Sauve' addresses some of your unanswered questions about his presentation on the current applications for the treatment of neuropsychiatric conditions with brain stimulation techniques!

In this episode, listen in for an extended Q&A session with Dr. Roger McIntyre as he answers some fascinating questions about his presentation on inflammation and depression: the gut-brain interaction!

Join us for this exciting extended Q&A session where Dr. Timothy Wilens addresses your most pressing questions from his presentation on transitioning from adolescence to adulthood with ADHD!

In this episode, we discuss the publishing process from the perspective of the Managing Editor of CNS Spectrums , Lisa Arrington . Learn how to avoid the most common mistakes in the submission process, and how to let your submission stand out! Lisa Arrington is Managing Editor for CNS Spectrums at Cambridge University Press. Check out the scientific poster session for CNS Abstracts at this year's...

Did you know that 20% of hospitalizations for adverse drug events are caused by drug interactions? In this episode, we talk to Dr. Patrick Finley, an expert in drug interactions and pharmacokinetics. Learn about the major factors that affect or alter the pharmacokinetic stages of drug metabolism. Explore more about cytochrome P450s and why they're important when it comes to prescribing. Learn what...

In this episode, we go behind the scenes of this year's annual American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) meeting and interview Dr. Mary Moller on a presentation she will be jointly delivering with Dr. Kate Wheeler, titled "A Third Nervous System? Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!" We discuss how to incorporate the polyvagal theory of trauma into practice and how to effectively treat patients...

Adult Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a life-long disorder that may not be diagnosed until much later in life. Symptoms of distraction, forgetfulness, and procrastination become confused with normal aging, yet may cause a significant disturbance to the quality of life in these patients. In this episode, we interview Dr. David Goodman, an expert on adult ADHD about how to effectively manag...

Should you tell a patient if they are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease? In this exciting debate listen as Dr. McIntyre and Dr. Citrome weigh in on the pros and cons!

In this episode we discuss Suicide Awareness Prevention Month with forensic psychiatrist, Dr. Ryan Wagoner! Did you know that more first responders take their own life than die in the line of duty? Dr. Wagoner shares with us what it's like being a forensic psychiatrist, how first responders struggle with trauma, and the stigma associated with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in first responders. Dr....

In this exciting debate from this year's NEI Synapse, Dr. Stephen Stahl and Dr. Roger McIntyre discuss whether the DSM-5 accurately captures criteria for different psychiatric disorders, such as Depression with Mixed Features. Who will win this one?

In this fascinating episode, we explore the status of mental health diversion today. Dr. Katherine Warburton explains how the diversion process works and many of the sensitive issues that need attention. She also shares some of the most current scientific research on this topic today. Dr. Warburton is an associate clinical professor of psychiatry at UC Davis. She is also Medical Director at the Ca...

Join us for Part II of this exciting interview with Dr. Napoleon Higgins Jr! Dr. Napoleon B. Higgins, Jr. is a psychiatrist in the Houston/Clear Lake City Area. He is also CEO and President of Bay Pointe Behavioral Health Service, Inc., and South East Houston Research Group, Inc. He also practices as the Medical Director of Hold My Hand Residential Treatment Center. Dr. Higgins has worked with and...

Dr. Napoleon B. Higgins, Jr. is a psychiatrist in the Houston/Clear Lake City Area. He is also CEO and President of Bay Pointe Behavioral Health Service, Inc., and South East Houston Research Group, Inc. He also practices as the Medical Director of Hold My Hand Residential Treatment Center. Dr. Higgins has worked with and founded many programs that help to direct inner city young men and women to...

June is Postraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month! In this episode we interview Dr. John Liebert, an expert in military-related and civilian PTSD.  Dr. Liebert is a psychiatrist in Scottsdale, Arizona. He received his medical degree from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. His special interests include complex mood, impulse and anxiety d...

Join us in this exciting debate about when side effects warrant medication change. Dr. Andrew Cutler and Dr. Roger McIntyre address some of the most important issues surrounding this topic. This podcast was recorded live at NEI's 2019 Synapse Conference in Asheville, North Carolina!