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Neuro Pathways Podcast Description: A Cleveland Clinic podcast for medical professionals exploring the latest research discoveries and clinical advances in the fields of neurology and neurosurgery. Learn how the landscape for treating conditions of the brain, spine and nervous system is changing from experts in Cleveland Clinic's Neurological Institute.
Individuals who experience trauma at a young age have been shown to have a higher risk of developing alcoholism, depression and suicidality. In this episode, Tatiana Falcone, MD discusses long-term physical and behavioral health concerns, current treatment options and ways physicians can address neurological changes in patients who have experienced…
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Caring for LGBTQ+ Adolescents and Teens in Today’s Practice
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Child and adolescent health care providers are increasingly caring for patients who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or other (LGBTQ+), or who may be struggling with or questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity. In this episode, Jason Lambrese, MD discusses behavioral health concerns, clinical management and bar…
The occurrence of stroke in adults under 45 years of age is particularly problematic as these patients are often affected by physical disability, depression and loss of productivity. In this episode, Abbas Kharal, MD, MPH discusses the identification and management of vasculitis and how it plays a major role in the differential diagnosis of stroke …
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End-of-Life Care: Helping Patients Make the Hard Decisions
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A supportive physician-patient relationship provides an important foundation for end-of-life care, as it can increase patient satisfaction and quality of life. In this episode, Edward Benzel, MD discusses all aspects of end-of-life care including how to initiate the conversation with terminally ill patients and their family members.…
Dementia is a broad term which covers many conditions, including Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and others. In this episode, Marwan Sabbagh, MD provides insights around diagnostic criteria for the most common dementias, as well as their differential features.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
Spinal cord injury is a debilitating neurological condition that requires providers to address issues beyond the loss of motor and sensory function. In this episode, Gregory Nemunaitis, MD discusses the importance of early intervention, the role of stem cells and steroids for treatment options and the latest innovations in technology for patients w…
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MR Fingerprinting: A Promising New Approach
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MR fingerprinting (MRF) has emerged as an alternate imaging method that can successfully address problems associated with conventional and advanced imaging modalities. In this episode, Dan Ontaneda, MD and Irene Wang, PhD discuss the specific advantages of MRF and its use in the diagnosis and monitoring of neurological disorders.…
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Suicidality in Individuals with Neurological Disorders
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Suicidal ideation and behavior have been associated with a variety of neurological illnesses. In this episode, Tatiana Falcone, MD discusses the importance of early screening, management and the use of therapeutics for suicidality in patients with neurological disorders.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Alzheimer’s Disease: Current and New Advances in Treatment
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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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea's Impact on Comorbidities
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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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Mobile Stroke Treatment Units: Lessons Learned From an Early Adopter
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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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Functional Movement Disorders: Diagnosis & Management
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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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Teleneurological Services Unbound: Bringing Virtual Subspecialty Care to Providers and Patients
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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.…
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Ketamine Research for Treatment-Resistant Depression (Early Work Through Current State)
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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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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.…
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 a…
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Surgical Decision-Marking for Movement Disorders
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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 whe…
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Frailty and Prehabilitation in Spinal Deformity
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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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Next Frontiers in Monitoring the Progression of Multiple Sclerosis
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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…
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Neurological Manifestations of COVID-19 Infection
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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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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.…
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Indications and candidates for trigeminal neuralgia surgery
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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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Implications of Stem Cells in Multiple Sclerosis Research and Treatment
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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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Bedside-to-Bench-to-Bedside: The Keys to Successful Collaboration in Neuroscience Research
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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 …
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Bioethical Considerations in Today’s Neurology and Neurosurgery Practice
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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.…
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Novel therapies in the treatment of glioblastoma
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Neuro-oncologist Manmeet Ahluwalia, MD details precision medicine-based approaches, immunotherapies and targeted therapies – the way of the future for glioblastoma treatment.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Epilepsy Surgery: New Methods to Pinpoint the Right Candidates
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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.…
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Identification and Management of Post-ICU Syndrome
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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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Managing the Complexities of Chronic Back Pain
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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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Innovating with Clinical Intent through Tech-enabled Data Capture
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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.…
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Adoption of New Technologies for Multiple Sclerosis Rehabilitation
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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.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Use of Artificial intelligence in Spine Surgery Decision Making
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Join Tom Mroz, MD, as he discusses the use of artificial intelligence and its redefining role in value-based spine care.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Diagnosis and Management of Psychogenic Non-epileptic Seizures
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Becky Tilahun, PhD, and Jocelyn Bautista, MD, discuss the challenges of psychogenic non-epileptic seizure (PNES) diagnosis and their multi-disciplinary approach to treating and supporting patients with PNES.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Standard of care and novel therapies in the treatment of brain metastases
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Neurosurgeon Gene Barnett, MD and Neuro-oncologist Manmeet Ahluwalia, MD discuss a revolutionary shift in the treatment of brain metastases – coupling targeted and immunotherapies with radiosurgery to deliver superior outcomes.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Advent of New Spine Surgery Approaches & Technologies
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Cleveland Clinic Chairman of Neurosurgery, Mike Steinmetz, MD discusses the latest advances in minimally invasive spine surgery, including new approaches and technologies, with host Alex Rae-Grant, MD.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Latest Advances in the Treatment of Brain Aneurysms
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As endovascular alternatives become commonplace, approaches to surgical planning for brain aneurysms is evolving. Join neurosurgeon Mark Bain, MD and host Alex Rae-Grant, MD as they discuss the changing landscape of brain aneurysm treatment.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Evaluating and Managing Lewy Body Dementia
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Brain health expert Jim Leverenz, MD joins host Alex Rae-Grant, MD in a discussion that provides clarity around the diagnosis of Lewy body dementia, and how clinicians can better evaluate and manage the disease for patients and their families.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Incorporating Sleep Management Into Routine Neurological Care
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Join Nancy Foldvary-Shaefer, DO, Director of Cleveland Clinic's Sleep Disorders Center as she discusses the connections between sleep disorders and neurological conditions, and how providers can proactively screen for these conditions in their practice.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Evolution of Our Understanding of Parkinson Disease
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Parkinson disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder in the U.S. Host Alex Rae-Grant, MD engages Hubert Fernandez, MD in a discussion of how our understanding of PD has evolved and how the emergence of targeted therapies is changing the treatment landscape for clinicians.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Managing Patients in the Opioid Crisis Era
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Join David Streem, MD, as he discusses the opioid crisis, safe opioid prescribing, and overdose prevention.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Advancements in Neuromodulation for the Treatment of Epilepsy
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Epileptologist Dileep Nair, MD discusses the evolution of neuromodulation in the treatment of medically refractory epilepsy, patient selection, and how the latest option, deep brain stimulation, can be adopted into practice.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Emerging Therapies in the Treatment of Progressive MS
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Multiple sclerosis specialists Bob Fox, MD and Alex Rae-Grant, MD discuss the latest trials and emerging therapies in the treatment of progressive MS.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Complexities in Acute Stroke Treatment and Making the Best, Timely Decision for Patients
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Shazam Hussain, MD joins Alex Rae-Grant, MD in a discussion of the evolution and complexities of acute stroke treatment, and newest interventional options available to neurologists and neurosurgeons.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Emerging Therapies for Migraine - Making Sense of the Hype
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Join Zubair Ahmed, MD, as he discusses the commonality and treatment history of migraines, and addresses the practical use of the new class of CGRP monoclonal antibodies for preventing migraines.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
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Implementation And Patient Experience With Outpatient Subspecialty Teleneurology
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Marisa McGinley, DO shares the first published data on the use of telemedicine in a large-scale neurology practice, and how others can adopt this technology for their own practice.By Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute
