Neuro Pathways: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Medical Professionals

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most challenging conditions to manage due to the lack of disease-modifying treatment options. In this episode, Babak Tousi, MD discusses the developing therapies in Alzheimer’s disease management that may soon change the outlook for new and existing patients. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the episode...

Mobile stroke treatment units bring acute stroke care to a patient’s doorstep, reducing time to treatment with tPA and endovascular therapy. In this episode Andrew Russman, DO shares insights learned on collaborating across municipalities and teams to improve clinical outcomes for stroke patients. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the ep...

Mobile stroke treatment units bring acute stroke care to a patient’s doorstep, reducing time to treatment with tPA and endovascular therapy. In this episode Andrew Russman, DO shares insights learned on collaborating across municipalities and teams to improve clinical outcomes for stroke patients. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the ep...

Functional movement disorder, traditionally viewed as a psychological condition, used to be a diagnosis of exclusion. In this episode Xin Xin Yu, MD and Taylor Rush, PhD discuss diagnosing the disorder and unique challenges that physicians may face. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the episode.

7T MRI displays characteristics of the brain more precisely than 3T, which is more widely used. In this episode, Stephen Jones, MD, PhD discusses the advantages and drawback of 7T MRI and the cases that may benefit from this technology. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the episode.

The COVID-19 pandemic has fueled not only a surge in virtual outpatient visits, but also an increase in telemedicine for subspecialty neurological care. In this episode Zeshaun Khawaja, MD, shares the latest developments on how telemedicine is increasing access, improving  patient care and reducing burnout. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click...

Roughly one in 10 Americans takes an antidepressant to aid in the debilitating symptoms of clinical depression, but for some medications don’t work. In this episode, Amit Anand, MD, discusses the evolving therapies for treatment-resistant depression, including ketamine and esketamine. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the episode.

In the U.S., approximately 1.4 million adults identify as transgender and the number of transgender people accessing healthcare for gender dysphoria and related treatments is on the rise. In this episode, Murat Altinay, MD discusses the neurological underpinnings and managing care for individuals with gender dysphoria. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodca...

Multimodal monitoring (MMM) in the neurointensive care unit is increasingly utilized in patients with devastating neurologic injuries and has been advocated as an important feature of neurocritical care. In this episode, Christopher Newey, DO, discusses the challenges of integrating multiple monitoring inputs, the quest for real-time data display and the current and emerging MMM efforts in Clevela...

Surgical approaches are an important consideration in the management of many movement disorders, particularly for patients’ refractory to medications. In this episode, Head of the Deep Brain Stimulation Program and staff neurologist, Ben Walter, MD, engages in conversation regarding the underutilization of surgical interventions and he explains when surgery should be considered for patients with c...

Frailty is the most problematic expression of population ageing as it affects an estimated 7-12% of Americans age 65+. In this episode, Augusto Hsia Jr. MD, discusses proactive ways to reduce frailty in the patient population and how prehabilitation can help improve outcomes for spine surgery. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the episod...

Treatments for multiple sclerosis have increased in the last decade, making early diagnosis and patient monitoring an important piece in overall care. As a result, relying on standard MRI and checking patients’ reflexes may no longer be enough.  In this episode, Robert Bermel, MD discusses emerging technologies that meet the needs in MS patient care, such as the central vein sign and optical coher...

Growing data indicates there are neurological manifestations of COVID-19 infection. In this episode Jeffrey Cohen, MD, discusses the mounting evidence and the neurological manifestations presenting in COVID-19-positive patients. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the episode.

Six out of 10 neurologists reported at least one symptom of burnout, potentially compromising their own wellbeing, patient care, and the physician workforce. In this episode, Amy Sullivan, PsyD, ABPP discusses how mental health and resiliency are leading concerns in physician burnout even more during the current COVID-19 crisis. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/...

Section Head of Headache and Facial Pain in Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Neurological Restoration, Emad Estemalik, MD, discusses the importance of multidisciplinary care and the challenges of diagnosing and treating trigeminal neuralgia in this Neuro Pathways podcast episode. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the episode.

Director of the Experimental Therapeutics Program in Cleveland Clinic’s Mellen Center for Multiple Sclerosis, Jeffrey Cohen, MD, shares insights on how stem cell-based therapies may provide revolutionary treatment options for neurological disorders and deliver exciting prospects in modern medicine. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the e...

The development of basic science discoveries into clinical applications – often described as “bench to bedside” work – is the central goal of translational research.  In this episode, Bruce Trapp, PhD sheds light on how scientists and physicians are working together, beginning at the bedside, to turn scientific discoveries into healthcare solutions for patients with neurological disorders. For inf...

Neurologists and neurosurgeons regularly confront complex clinical situations that require the application of ethical principles to achieve a respectful and fair resolution. In this episode, Lauren Sankary, JD discusses the emerging role of bioethics and the bioethical considerations facing providers and patients in today’s practice. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic...

Neuro-oncologist Manmeet Ahluwalia, MD details precision medicine-based approaches, immunotherapies and targeted therapies – the way of the future for glioblastoma treatment. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the episode.

Epilepsy affects 3.5M people in the U.S. and although many are medically managed, an astounding number still experience seizures. In this episode, Imad Najm, MD discusses implications of medically intractable and uncontrolled seizures, and the latest methods used in epilepsy surgery candidate selection. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on...

A growing movement to identify and manage post-ICU syndrome (PICS) in patients and families is the focus of this Neuro Pathways podcast episode, featuring Joao Gomes, MD, head of Cleveland Clinic’s Neuro Intensive Care Units. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the episode.

The need for early intervention and to gain a deeper understanding of the factors contributing to each patient’s pain, within the care of a multidisciplinary team, is the focus of this Neuro Pathways podcast featuring Sara Davin, PsyD, and Kush Goyal, MD. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the episode.

Join biomedical engineer and Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute Vice Chair of Innovation, Jay Alberts, PhD, as he discusses how the future of neurological care resides in harnessing the power of big data and deep, integrated collaboration between clinicians, statistical and technical experts, and patients. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and c...

Francois Bethoux, MD, engages in a discussion with Alex Rae-Grant, MD, as he explores the evolution of multiple sclerosis rehabilitation and advent of new technologies including, exoskeletons and virtual reality platforms. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the episode.

Join Tom Mroz, MD, as he discusses the use of artificial intelligence and its redefining role in value-based spine care. For information about claiming CE credits, go to clevelandclinic.org/neuropodcast and click on the episode.