The Neurotransmitters: Clinical Neurology Education

Michael Kentris

A podcast about everything neurology! Join us and learn more about common clinical scenarios, the newest studies, challenging clinical cases, and more. Reach out online! Website: theneurotransmitters.comX, formerly Twitter @DrKentris or @neuro_podcastLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/the-neurotransmittersInstagram: www.instagram.com/theneurotransmittersEmail us at contact@theneurotransmitters.com

  1. 8H AGO

    Chief Concern Series: Diagnosing Neuropathy

    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 • recognizing stocking–glove vs focal patterns • bedside “eyes closed” test for persistence • neuropathic pain descriptors vs mechanical pain • autonomic clues: gastroparesis and orthostatic hypotension • gait, heel–toe walking, and reflex triage • light touch, pinprick, temperature, and vibration methods • when vibration beats proprioception • ulcers as a marker of severity and healing issues • chronicity clues: atrophy, high arches, hammered toes • targeted labs: CBC, CMP, HbA1c, lipids, B12, B1, B6, copper, zinc • when to order EMG and what to avoid • metabolic health and neuropathy progression Find our work at theneurotransmitters.com and on X at neuro_podcast Send us a text Understanding Hypophosphatemia: Recognition, Diagnosis, and TreatmentEndocrine experts distinguish Hypophosphatemia from osteoporosis & osteomalaciaListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify 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! Find me on 𝕏 @DrKentris The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations. The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not represent specific medical/health advice. Please consult with an appropriate health care professional for any medical/health advice.

    58 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Chief Concern Series: Gait Problems Made Clear

    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 video to isolate limb and phase changes • History clues that localize head versus legs • Distinguishing neuropathic pain from radicular patterns • Non-neurologic causes including osteoarthritis and deconditioning • Sensory testing that matters for gait, including proprioception • Romberg done right and when to stress it • When EMG clarifies neuropathy versus nerve root disease • Imaging for neurogenic claudication and focal deficits • PT as diagnostic and therapeutic partner • Choosing assistive devices and AFOs to reduce falls • Setting expectations for neuropathic pain meds Find all of our prior podcasts on your favorite podcast app, and you can always check out our website at theneurotransmitters.com Send us a text Understanding Hypophosphatemia: Recognition, Diagnosis, and TreatmentEndocrine experts distinguish Hypophosphatemia from osteoporosis & osteomalaciaListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify 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! Find me on 𝕏 @DrKentris The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations. The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not represent specific medical/health advice. Please consult with an appropriate health care professional for any medical/health advice.

    45 min

  3. 12/31/2025

    Chief Concern Series: Headache Essentials For Clinicians

    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 medication overuse • exam essentials including fundoscopy and neck palpation • trigeminal neuralgia in MS and targeted MRI protocols • rescue strategy with effective OTC dosing and triptan timing • antiemetic choices matched to daily function • preventives matched to sleep, anxiety, weight, and goals • carbamazepine and oxcarbazepine for trigeminal neuralgia • role of acetazolamide and topiramate in pressure states • CGRP therapies, access hurdles, and practical selection • empowering patients with education, logs, and portable plans Send us a text Understanding Hypophosphatemia: Recognition, Diagnosis, and TreatmentEndocrine experts distinguish Hypophosphatemia from osteoporosis & osteomalaciaListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify 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! Find me on 𝕏 @DrKentris The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations. The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not represent specific medical/health advice. Please consult with an appropriate health care professional for any medical/health advice.

    56 min

  4. 12/26/2025

    What Is Your Chief Concern?

    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 root-cause problem in teaching • history-first and hypothesis-driven exam over reflexive testing • common chief complaints we will cover in depth • red flags that should speed care and green flags that buy time • acting early while waiting months for specialist visits • preventing incidental imaging from derailing diagnosis • structured two-part episodes on diagnosis and treatment • learning from diverse experts to refine approaches • how to share cases and what to include Feel free to leave us five stars wherever you're listening to this podcast You can follow us @neuro_podcast, and you can also find our past work at theneurotransmitters.com You can either send those in through the fan mail button in the show notes, or you can email us at contact at the neurotransmitters.com Again, remember keep all your questions anonymized without any identifiers in them Send us a text Understanding Hypophosphatemia: Recognition, Diagnosis, and TreatmentEndocrine experts distinguish Hypophosphatemia from osteoporosis & osteomalaciaListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify 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! Find me on 𝕏 @DrKentris The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations. The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not represent specific medical/health advice. Please consult with an appropriate health care professional for any medical/health advice.

    35 min

  5. 12/20/2025

    Beyond Tired: Understanding ME/CFS

    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, compression, fludrocortisone • Why GET and simplistic “just exercise” advice can harm • Wearables as trend tools alongside formal testing • Incremental gains with low‑dose trials and supplements • Validation over dismissal in clinical encounters • Potential overlaps between Long COVID with POTS, hypermobility, MCAS • Using IOM 2015 criteria and Bateman Horne clinic resources • Pacing strategies for physical and cognitive load Please go ahead and share this episode with someone you think might benefit from it Send us a text Understanding Hypophosphatemia: Recognition, Diagnosis, and TreatmentEndocrine experts distinguish Hypophosphatemia from osteoporosis & osteomalaciaListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify 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! Find me on 𝕏 @DrKentris The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations. The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not represent specific medical/health advice. Please consult with an appropriate health care professional for any medical/health advice.

    1h 20m

  6. 12/09/2025

    Unraveling Cryptogenic Stroke

    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 a text Understanding Hypophosphatemia: Recognition, Diagnosis, and TreatmentEndocrine experts distinguish Hypophosphatemia from osteoporosis & osteomalaciaListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify 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! Find me on 𝕏 @DrKentris The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations. The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not represent specific medical/health advice. Please consult with an appropriate health care professional for any medical/health advice.

    1h 8m

  7. 08/12/2025

    Case Report: Altered mental status with Dr. Divij Sharma

    Dr. Divij Sharma presents a challenging case of altered mental status.  Dr. Karlos Acurio-Ortiz tackles this mysterious presentation. Send us a text Understanding Hypophosphatemia: Recognition, Diagnosis, and TreatmentEndocrine experts distinguish Hypophosphatemia from osteoporosis & osteomalaciaListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify 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! Find me on 𝕏 @DrKentris The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations. The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not represent specific medical/health advice. Please consult with an appropriate health care professional for any medical/health advice.

    44 min

  8. 06/20/2025

    Neurology Education with Dr. Brian Hanrahan

    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 a text Understanding Hypophosphatemia: Recognition, Diagnosis, and TreatmentEndocrine experts distinguish Hypophosphatemia from osteoporosis & osteomalaciaListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify 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! Find me on 𝕏 @DrKentris The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations. The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not represent specific medical/health advice. Please consult with an appropriate health care professional for any medical/health advice.

    53 min
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A podcast about everything neurology! Join us and learn more about common clinical scenarios, the newest studies, challenging clinical cases, and more. Reach out online! Website: theneurotransmitters.comX, formerly Twitter @DrKentris or @neuro_podcastLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/the-neurotransmittersInstagram: www.instagram.com/theneurotransmittersEmail us at contact@theneurotransmitters.com

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