The Neurotransmitters: Clinical Neurology Education

Dr. Anand Bery joins us again as we revisit the basics on how to evaluate dizziness by using timing and triggers, and then we look at some of the ways that real life diagnoses, like migraine, chronic functional states, and other disorders overlap.  We focus on key findings in the history and exam that keep us from overcalling Meniere’s, missing vestibular migraine, or mislabeling chronic dizziness...

Award winning educator Dr. Marcus Pinto joins us once again to give expert insight on neuropathy! What do you do once you've made the diagnosis of neuropathy? why clear expectation-setting is important Practical steps to prevent falls and foot injuries Plus an evidence-based approach to neuropathic pain that focuses on realistic improvements Send us Fan Mail Support the show Check out our web...

We kick off Chief Concerns 2.0 by moving from initial diagnosis to practical management for common neurology problems. We would love to hear from our community to shape what comes next. What are the questions you have? Write in and let us know or leave a voicemail for us on Speakpipe ! We also give some updates on other projects we are working on (both neurology related and otherwise)! Neuropraxis...

Dr. Anand Bery joins us today to talk about how to approach dizziness without making your head spin! We share a step-by-step way to approach dizziness without getting lost in vague symptoms, moving from red flags to timing, triggers, and targeted bedside exams. When should use the HINTS exam, Dix-Hallpike, and practical tips help to help you identify strokes vs causes of peripheral causes of verti...

We walk through a practical approach to evaluating cognitive change with Dr. Seth Gale , from fast domain-based questions and high-yield screening to when, and how, to utilized imaging and biomarkers meaningfully. We also cover reversible factors, older medications used in dementia management, lifestyle changes that can benefit, and how new Alzheimer’s treatments shift urgency in making a definiti...

Ashley Paul, MD joins us to learn more about diagnosing and treating tremors. She shares point to look for in a high‑yield history, physical exam findings, and how to think about medical management among much more. Please check out more of Dr. Paul's work here: “Parkinson’s Foundation Fundamentals of Parkinson’s Disease” CME video .  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Check out our website at...

Dr. Marcus Pinto joins us to break down how to evaluate new numbness, tingling, and foot pain with simple bedside tests that separate true neuropathy from common mimics. Practical steps, key red flags, and a high-yield lab strategy give primary care and non-neuro clinicians a clear path forward. • distinguishing positive vs negative symptoms • using location and constancy to sort causes • recogniz...

Develop a clear approach to undifferentiated gait problems, from first hallway impressions to exam maneuvers that actually change decisions. Dr. Maebe O’Hare joins us to separate neuropathy, radiculopathy, and orthopedic causes, and to show where EMG, imaging, PT, and devices fit into the management of gait disorders. • Watching the walk for rhythm, cadence, symmetry, stance and swing • Using vide...

We map a practical path from “is this dangerous?” to “what actually helps." We also talk about some specific headache types such as:  IIH, medication overuse, trigeminal neuralgia as well as the rise of CGRP therapies. • separating primary from secondary headache with SNOOP4 • recognizing thunderclap, GCA, IIH, and low-pressure patterns • uncovering hidden chronic headache burden and medicati...

We launch a new mini-series with Dr. Galina Gheihman that turns common neurological complaints into clear, usable frameworks for non-neurologists and neurologists alike. We talk about neurophobia, access gaps, and set the stage for earlier clinical action starting with a solid history, focused exams, and smart safety netting. • why most neuro complaints start outside neurology • neurophobia as a r...

Dr. Aimee Nefcy shares how myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) affected her career as an emergency physician and how validation, pacing, and targeted sleep therapy changed her trajectory. We explore misdiagnosis, harmful advice, and practical steps that may help. • Post-exertional malaise (PEM) as the defining feature of ME/CFS • Dysautonomia management with salt, fluids, c...

Dr. Johanna Seiden joins us to talk about a challenging topic, cryptogenic stroke. What do you do when you need to look beyond the obvious causes? Dr. Seiden gives some useful recommendations and idea for further investigation in some of the toughest stroke cases. Find her online at @JohannaSeidenMD Send us Fan Mail Support the show Check out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up...

Dr. Divij Sharma presents a challenging case of altered mental status.  Dr. Karlos Acurio-Ortiz tackles this mysterious presentation. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Check out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for emails, classes, and quizzes! Would you like to be a guest or suggest a topic? Email us at contact@theneurotransmitters.com Follow  our podcast channel on 𝕏 @neuro...

In this episode, Dr. Brian Hanrahan, Assistant Program Director for the neurology residency at St. Luke’s and  Fellowship Director of Clinical Neurophysiology, shares his journey from resident to creating NowYouKnow Neuro , an educational platform for neurology trainees.  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Check out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for emails, classes, and qui...

In this episode, we are joined by Drs. Rani Vasireddy and Dhanya Gorty to talk about virtual escape rooms in neurology education, live from the AAN Annual Meeting 2025. Through interactive puzzles and clinical problem-solving, players solve challenges in a progressive sequence to ultimately "save" the virtual patient.  Their innovative approach addresses the engagement gap for today&apos...

In this episode, we are joined by Christopher (Chris) Cantrell, a medical student from the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, to discuss the art of communication in medicine, especially in neurology.  From provider-to-patient communication and peer-to-peer conversations to documentation and self-talk, we talk about it all!  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Check out our website at www.t...

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Manasa Gunturu, a neurology-trained neuro-ophthalmologist and associate professor at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.  We discuss the art of detailed history-taking and specialized examination skills, the evaluation of patients with subjective vision loss, double vision, visual field defects, and droopy eyelids – often after they've already s...

Dr. Ashley Aaroe joins us today to talk all about Neuro-oncology, from brain tumor classification, to complications of chemotherapy and immunotherapy, to the importance of patient advocacy. Find her on X/Twitter .  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Check out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for emails, classes, and quizzes! Would you like to be a guest or suggest a topic? Ema...

How can neurology education improve patient care? In this episode, we explore the significance of structured teaching, effective learning frameworks, and transferable skills that benefit students, trainees, and educators alike. Dr. Galina Gheihman , assistant professor of neurology at Harvard Medical School and neurologist at Mass General Brigham, shares insights on mentoring the next generation a...

Dr. Denis Balaban joins us today to talk about a very challenging topic within neurology, neuroimmunology.  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Check out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for emails, classes, and quizzes! Would you like to be a guest or suggest a topic? Email us at contact@theneurotransmitters.com Follow  our podcast channel on 𝕏 @neuro_podcast for future news!...

It was a blast talking about all things neuro-ICU pharmacy with Dr. Andy Webb! Check out his very informative website NeuroWiseRx You can also find him on X/Twitter @AJWPharm Some of the resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: Pharmacotherapy Of Neurocritical Care Series (PONS) Neurocritical Care Society Pharmacists Resources Editing by Avani Bhadang Send us Fan Mail Support the show...

And just like that, we have made it to the last episode of the IM Board Review Series!  In this episode, we talk about all things neuro-oncology including: Presentation  Primary CNS tumors  Metastatic Brain Tumors Medical Management of Complications of CNS Tumors Paraneoplastic Syndromes Send us Fan Mail Support the show Check out our website at www.theneurotransmitters.com to sign up for emails,...

Dr. Shilpa Reddy is a child neurologist and epileptologist at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.  Join me as she shares: The process of training a pediatric epileptologist Clinical pearls on dealing with childhood epilepsy Tips on evaluating episodes that may or may not be seizures I was fortunate enough to have Dr. Reddy as one of my own instructor...

We continue our series targeted at people preparing for the internal medicine (IM) board and in-service exams.  Today's topic: neuromuscular disorders! A challenging topic, but getting some basic frameworks down can make a huge difference! Topics covered include: Exam signs to help you localize in the peripheral nervous system ALS Peripheral neuropathy Neuromuscular junction disorders Myopath...

Dr. Idha Sood joins us today to talk about NeurAnki. What is Anki? For the uninitiated, it is "a free and open-source flashcard program. It uses techniques from cognitive science such as active recall testing and spaced repetition to aid the user in memorization." Idha talks with us about the process of undertaking a project of this magnitude and the management challenges that came along...