44 episodes

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

The Neurotransmitters: Clinical Neurology Education Michael Kentris

    • Education
    • 5.0 • 11 Ratings

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

    Amyloid Spells with Dr. Andreas Charidimou

    Amyloid Spells with Dr. Andreas Charidimou

    On popular demand, we invited Dr. Andreas Charidimou once again, to discuss amyloid spells or Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy-related Transient Focal Neurological Episodes (CAA-TFNEs)
    What are amyloid spells and its suggested pathophysiology? What are  some of its differentials?Clinical features of TIA vs TFNE How many TIAs are really CAA-TFNEs? Who to start on anti-seizure meds and how long do you continue?Neuroimaging findings and when to repeat imaging?Possible relationship with Amyloid-related imaging abnormalities (ARIA) All this and more! Tune in now!

    You can find Dr. Charidimou on Twitter/X at @a_charidimou or email him at antreas.charidimou@bmc.org 
    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 for The Neurotransmitters @neuro_podcast for future news! Find me on Twitter @DrKentris (https://twitter.com/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.

    • 49 min
    IM Board Prep #6: Movement Disorders

    IM Board Prep #6: Movement Disorders

    Welcome back to our IM Board Prep series, that is designed to help internal medicine residents ace the neurology section of their board exams! 

    This episode is on movement disorders, categorized into hyperkinetic and hypokinetic. In hypokinetic, we cover Parkinsonism vs Parkinson’s disease vs “Parkinson’s plus” syndromes. In hyperkinetic, we focus on tremors, dystonia, choreiform disorders, myoclonus, sleep-related disorders, tardive dyskinesia and neuroleptic malignant syndrome. 
    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 for The Neurotransmitters @neuro_podcast for future news! Find me on Twitter @DrKentris (https://twitter.com/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.

    • 30 min
    Art and Humanity in Behavioral Neurology with Dr. Michael P.H. Stanley

    Art and Humanity in Behavioral Neurology with Dr. Michael P.H. Stanley

    Join us as Dr. Michael P.H. Stanley, our distinguished guest from Brigham and Women's Hospital, shares an intimate portrait of his fascination with cognitive and behavioral neurology. 

    We discuss the philosophical terrains of the mind-brain dichotomy and cognitive phenomenology, revealing the profound importance of context in the evaluation of symptoms. We touch upon the challenges of managing cognitive impairment and the need for compassionate care.

    Finally, we celebrate the fusion of behavioral neurology with the humanities, highlighting the unexpected insights gained from this interdisciplinary inquiry. We reflect on the influence of literature and non-medical fields on neurological innovation, underscoring the importance of compiling diverse perspectives. 

    You can find Dr. Michael P.H. Stanley on Twitter/X at @MphStanley
    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 for The Neurotransmitters @neuro_podcast for future news! Find me on Twitter @DrKentris (https://twitter.com/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.

    • 2 hr 6 min
    IM Board Prep #5: Dementia and Cognitive Decline

    IM Board Prep #5: Dementia and Cognitive Decline

    Join us today as we go over the basics on some of the following:


    What is mild cognitive impairment vs dementia?What goes into the evaluation of dementia, both at the bedside and in the labThe basics of different types of dementia like:Alzheimer DiseaseFrontotemporal DementiaDementia with Lewy bodiesVascular DementiaChronic Traumatic EncephalopathyNormal Pressure HydrocephalusWhat if the dementia seems atypical or is faster than usual?How is delirium different than dementia?For most on this check out Psychiatry Boot Camp's great episode on delirium https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/psychbootcamp/episodes/2-4-Delirium-e2chn9q/a-aalv1eg 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 for The Neurotransmitters @neuro_podcast for future news! Find me on Twitter @DrKentris (https://twitter.com/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.

    • 31 min
    Healing Headaches: A Physical Therapy Approach with Dr. Sam Kelokates

    Healing Headaches: A Physical Therapy Approach with Dr. Sam Kelokates

    Join us in yet another headache podcast but this time with a doctor of physical therapy, Dr. Sam Kelokates!

    In this episode, we discuss the role of physical therapy in treating different headache disorders. We talk about the importance of posture, exercise, manual therapy, neuromodulation, lifestyle management, and the need for trial and error to achieve optimal results. Tune in now!

    Dr. Kelokates has a private practice located in Philadelphia, PA. You can find him on his website https://www.kelosphysicaltherapy.com/ or on Twitter/X at @TheHeadachePT
    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 for The Neurotransmitters @neuro_podcast for future news! Find me on Twitter @DrKentris (https://twitter.com/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.

    • 29 min
    IM Board Prep #4: Seizures and Epilepsy

    IM Board Prep #4: Seizures and Epilepsy

    Hello and welcome to our mini-series designed to help prepare internal medicine residents get ready for the neurology section of their board exams! 

    While it is aimed at IM residents, it is a good review for anyone feeling a little rusty on the approach to seizures and epilepsy. 

    In this episode, we'll be talking about the evaluation of first-time seizure, seizure types, epilepsy syndromes, treatment of epilepsy, as well as management of status epilepticus.
    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 for The Neurotransmitters @neuro_podcast for future news! Find me on Twitter @DrKentris (https://twitter.com/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.

    • 43 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings

M.Goo. ,

Delivered in an Accessible and Digestible Way

The episode lengths are perfect for keeping things concise while still getting in the clinical pearls you need. The Neurotransmitters makes neuro review approachable.

Love every episode! ,

Digestible episodes that are packed with knowledge

This podcast is great. As a lay person I learn a lot. Dr Kentris does a great job breaking things down in a way that’s easy to understand. Thank you!

neuromoose ,

Kentris is a neuro beast

Amazing to hear one of the best mentors continue to teach you some neuro pearls!

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