February 2026 President Spotlight: Expanding the AAN’s Fundraising for Research Grants
Neurology Minute
In the February episode of the President's Spotlight, Dr. Jason Crowell and Dr. Natalia Rost discuss the AAN’s Research Program. Stay informed by watching the video.
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Understanding Physical Exam Findings Associated With FND - Part 4
Neurology Minute
In the final episode of this series, Casey Kozak discusses functional sensory loss. Show citation: Sonoo M. Abductor sign: a reliable new sign to detect unilateral non-organic paresis of the lower limb. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry. . Show transcript: Welcome back to Neurology Minute. My name is Casey Kozak, and today we're finishing our discussion of functional neurological disorder and physical exam findings. We're going to now turn to functional sensory loss. But first, it's important to acknowledge that the subjective nature of sensory symptoms means that our...
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How Non-Traditional Educational Formats are Reshaping Neurology Training - Part 1
Neurology Minute
In part one of this series, Dr. Justin Abbatemarco explores how to effectively reach today’s learners through podcasts and social media. Show transcript: Dr. Justin Abbatemarco: Hello and welcome. This is Justin Abbatemarco, and I just got done finishing an episode on non-traditional educational formats reshaping neurology training. I was joined by some really terrific teachers and faculty members, Roy Strowd, Jeff Ratliff and Tesha Monteith, and it was really great hearing from these different perspectives. On today's Neurology Minute, we really want to talk about how we can reach our...
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Physician as Patient Series - Stroke and Cancer Survivor
Neurology Minute
Dr. Andy Southerland and Dr. Dipika Aggarwal discuss her remarkable journey as both a physician and a patient. After overcoming stage four colon cancer, she experienced a life‑altering stroke that reshaped her perspective. Show transcript: Dr. Andy Southerland: Hello everyone. This is Andy Southerland and for this week's Neurology Minute, I've just been speaking with our colleague, Dipika Aggarwal, who's a clinical assistant professor of neurology at University of Kansas, who's been sharing her story for the Physician's Patient series from Cancer Survivorship and as a stroke survivor....
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Rethinking How We Evaluate Small Fiber Neuropathy
Neurology Minute
Dr. Aaron Zelikovich discusses recent survey findings highlighting the wide variability in how clinicians evaluate and diagnose small fiber neuropathy. Fill out the Neurology® Clinical . Show citation: Thawani S, Chan M, Ostendorf T, et al. How Well do We Evaluate Small Fiber Neuropathy?: A Survey of American Academy of Neurology Members. J Clin Neuromuscul Dis. 2025;26(4):184-195. Published 2025 Jun 2. doi: Show transcript: Dr. Aaron Zelikovich: Welcome to today's Neurology Minute. My name is Aaron Zelikovich, a neuromuscular specialist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New...
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Understanding Physical Exam Findings Associated With FND - Part 3
Neurology Minute
In part three of this four-part series, Casey Kozak discusses the hip abductor sign as an option for assessing weakness in the lower extremities. Show citation: Sonoo M. Abductor sign: a reliable new sign to detect unilateral non-organic paresis of the lower limb. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry. . Show transcript: Casey Kozak: Hello, this is Casey Kozak with Neurology Minute, and today we're returning to physical exam tests for functional neurological disorder. This episode will piggyback off our last focusing on Hoover's sign, now focusing on other signs of functional...
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US Burden of Disorders Affecting the Nervous System - Part 2
Neurology Minute
In the second episode of this two-part series, Dr. Stacey Clardy and Dr. John Ney discuss why deaths from neurologic conditions are decreasing, but disability is rising, and what this shift means for future care. Show citation: Ney JP, Steinmetz JD, Anderson-Benge E, et al. US Burden of Disorders Affecting the Nervous System: From the Global Burden of Disease 2021 Study. JAMA Neurol. 2026;83(1):20-34. doi: Show transcript: Dr. Stacey Clardy: Hi, this is Stacey Clardy from the Salt Lake City VA and the University of Utah. I've been talking with John Ney from...
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CGRP-Targeted Migraine Therapies in Patients With Vascular Risk Factors or Stroke
Neurology Minute
Dr. Tesha Monteith and Dr. Michael Eller discuss the implications of CGRP therapies in migraine treatment, particularly for patients with vascular risk factors or a history of stroke. Show citation: Eller MT, Schwarzová K, Gufler L, et al. CGRP-Targeted Migraine Therapies in Patients With Vascular Risk Factors or Stroke: A Review. Neurology. 2025;105(2):e213852. doi: Show transcript: Dr. Tesha Monteith: Hi, this is Tesha Monteith with the Neurology Minute. I've just been speaking with Michael Eller from the Department of Neurology Medical University of Innsbruck, Austria on...
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US Burden of Disorders Affecting the Nervous System - Part 1
Neurology Minute
In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Stacey Clardy and Dr. John Ney break down the key message neurologists need to understand from this update and offer guidance on how to clearly convey it to patients. Show citation: Ney JP, Steinmetz JD, Anderson-Benge E, et al. US Burden of Disorders Affecting the Nervous System: From the Global Burden of Disease 2021 Study. JAMA Neurol. 2026;83(1):20-34. doi: Show transcript: Dr. Stacey Clardy: Hi, this is Stacey Clardy from the Salt Lake City VA in the University of Utah. I've been talking with John Ney from Yale about a global...
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Understanding Physical Exam Findings Associated With FND - Part 2
Neurology Minute
In part two of this four-part series, Casey Kozak discusses Hover's sign, the most well-known test for FND. Show transcript: Casey Kozak: Welcome back to Neurology Minute. My name is Casey Kozak with Rutgers, and today we're continuing our examination of functional neurological disorder. That is physical examination. This episode is dedicated to Hoover's sign, probably the most well-known test for FND, and in my humble opinion, one of the most confusing maneuvers to learn. So today, we're going back to the origin using Dr. Charles Franklin Hoover's original description. Maybe...
info_outlineIn the January episode of the President's Spotlight, Dr. Jason Crowell and Dr. Natalia Rost discuss AAN’s plans for 2026, including a general neurology boot camp, Autoimmune Conference, and new resources for members.
Stay informed by watching the President's Spotlight video.
Show transcript:
Dr. Jason Crowell:
Hello, and welcome to today's Neurology Minute. This is the first installment of 2026 that we have with the president of the AAN, Natalia Rost. Natalia, thanks so much for joining us today, we look forward to our monthly chats to talk about things going on with the AAN. Before we start talking about the plans for 2026 with the American Academy of Neurology, what are the things that are on your mind?
Dr. Natalia Rost:
Happy new year, Jason, great to join you today. Well, first of all, I think 2026 is going to be a strong year, and as I think what's coming down our pipeline, it's our work to promote brain health and to support neuroscience research. It's the fight that we have to fulfill Medicare payments, and to protect patient access to care. Our efforts to advance physician-led neurology teams and to reduce burnout. And to always stand firmly for science and evidence-based medicine.
Dr. Jason Crowell:
Now, I know every year the AAN has new programming and content that they're putting out, what's going to be in store for 2026?
Dr. Natalia Rost:
First of all, we're launching a brand new general neurology bootcamp at the annual meeting, high impact learning, real connections, and great energy guaranteed. Also back by popular demand, the Autoimmune Conference will take place again this summer, featuring all the latest science, so I'm excited about that. For our advanced practice provider members, expect a new online toolkit to improve your neurology knowledge and patient care skills. For our residents, we are adding a new pediatric neurology option for our RITE exam lineup. And last but not least, we are fully reimagining our patient education on brainandlife.org, because as you know and as our members know, an informed public makes powerful partners in our Brain Health For All movement.
Dr. Jason Crowell:
Terrific. And so, are there any efforts from last year that will continue to be a focus for this coming year?
Dr. Natalia Rost:
Two things immediately come to mind, and our work will only grow stronger there. Number one is to continue to modernize our digital platforms and provide resources to our members to tackle AI and emerging technologies. As you know, this is a big issue. And number two is to advocate relentlessly for fair reimbursement and access to care. Our advocacy is only going to grow stronger in 2026.
Dr. Jason Crowell:
So, Natalia, most of us are still working to keep our New Year's resolutions intact, I'm a few days into my exercise program, we'll see how long that goes. But what would you say are the New Year's resolutions, if you will, for the AAN?
Dr. Natalia Rost:
Well, this year is going to be the year to fully embrace our Brain Health For All approach, I think. Neurologists are the experts in brain health, so our promise is for the AAN to continue tirelessly support our members so they can lead, care, and thrive as they do.
Dr. Jason Crowell:
Terrific, Natalia. Thanks so much. Happy New Year again.
Dr. Natalia Rost:
Happy New Year.