NEI Podcast
The Neuroscience Education Institute (NEI) is committed to help raise the standard of mental health by providing imaginative medical education that focuses on the highest level of learning. Each episode offers an opportunity to learn about current issues in psychiatry from key opinion leaders in the medical field. NEI's Podcast would be of value to anyone with an interest in mental health, neuropsychiatric diseases, and psychopharmacology. Accreditation: NEI is accredited with commendation by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
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E262 - Psychiatric and Neurological Symptoms of Long COVID with Dr. Roger McIntyre
08/27/2025
E262 - Psychiatric and Neurological Symptoms of Long COVID with Dr. Roger McIntyre
In this episode, Dr. Andy Cutler interviews Dr. Roger McIntyre about the growing recognition of Long COVID and its wide-ranging neuropsychiatric manifestations. They discuss the role of neuroinflammation in its pathophysiology, the impact of these symptoms on patients’ daily functioning, and both current and emerging treatment approaches. Dr. Roger McIntyre is a globally recognized psychiatrist and psychopharmacologist who holds pivotal roles in academia, research, and leadership. His research primarily focuses on the phenomenology, neurobiology, and development of novel therapeutics for mood disorders. Dr. McIntyre is currently a Professor of Psychiatry and Pharmacology at the University of Toronto. Andrew J. Cutler, MD, is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E261 - When Trauma Compounds: Clinical Strategies for PTSD and mTBI in Veterans with Dr. Pamela Wall
08/13/2025
E261 - When Trauma Compounds: Clinical Strategies for PTSD and mTBI in Veterans with Dr. Pamela Wall
In this episode, Dr. Andy Cutler interviews Dr. Pamela Wall about the complex intersection of PTSD and mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) in veterans. They explore how military culture influences the experience and treatment of trauma, the challenges of distinguishing overlapping symptoms, and evidence-based strategies for assessment and intervention. Tune in for practical insights, clinical pearls, and resource recommendations for improving care in this uniquely vulnerable population. Pamela Wall, PhD, PMHNP-BC is an associate professor in the College of Nursing at Rosalind Franklin University and maintains a clinical practice at a neuropsychiatric clinic in Fairfax, VA. She has extensive experience working with adult psychiatric mental health populations, and her research has focused on PTSD, mTBI, and sleep disorders in deployed military service members. Dr. Wall served 20 years on active duty as a Nurse Corps Officer in the United States Navy. Andrew J. Cutler, MD, is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. Resources Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E260 - How AI and Chatbots Are Shaping Mental Health Care with Dr. Steven Chan
07/30/2025
E260 - How AI and Chatbots Are Shaping Mental Health Care with Dr. Steven Chan
In this episode, Dr. Andy Cutler interviews Dr. Steven Chan about the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in psychiatry. They explore practical, real-world applications of AI in clinical settings, highlighting both the benefits and limitations of current technologies. The conversation also looks ahead to the future of AI in mental health care as advancements continue to accelerate. , is a clinical informaticist and psychiatrist, as well as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Stanford University School of Medicine. He is also the Chief Technology Officer and co-founder of AsyncHealth. Dr. Chan’s research focuses on telepsychiatry and digital mental health. Andrew J. Cutler, MD, is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. Resources Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E259 - Why Clinicians Keep Coming Back to NEI Congress: A Behind-the-Scenes Chat
07/16/2025
E259 - Why Clinicians Keep Coming Back to NEI Congress: A Behind-the-Scenes Chat
In this episode, Dr. Andy Cutler sits down with Dr. Debbi Morrissette, Senior Director of Educational Development at NEI, to explore the magic behind NEI Congress. Tune in as they talk about the unique elements of NEI Congress that bring the visual language of psychopharmacology to life! Are you ready to step up your clinical game? Join us at the 2025 NEI Fall Congress, Nov. 6–9 in Colorado Springs (or online via simulcast)! Explore a comprehensive program of psychopharmacology essentials: treatments, side effects, drug interactions, and more — all taught by top-tier faculty. Special Offer for NEI Podcast Listeners: Register now and save $50 off your registration with code POD25FALL Register today at Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E258 - The OCD Puzzle: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Innovation in Practice with Dr. Jeffrey Strawn
07/02/2025
E258 - The OCD Puzzle: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Innovation in Practice with Dr. Jeffrey Strawn
In this episode, Dr. Andy Cutler and Dr. Jeffrey Strawn explore the complexities of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Join the conversation as they discuss how OCD presents across different patients, evidence-based treatment approaches, and the critical role clinicians play in helping individuals manage symptoms and work toward remission. Jeffrey R. Strawn, MD, FAACAP is a Professor of Psychiatry, Pediatrics, and Clinical & Translational Pharmacology at the University of Cincinnati (UC) in Cincinnati, Ohio. He is the Director of the UC Anxiety Disorders Research Program and the Associate Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Neuroscience at UC. Andrew J. Cutler, MD is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E257 - (CME) Stimulating Solutions: Advances in Treating Stimulant Use Disorders
06/18/2025
E257 - (CME) Stimulating Solutions: Advances in Treating Stimulant Use Disorders
In this CME podcast episode, Dr. Andrew Cutler interviews Dr. Phillip Coffin, Director of the Center on Substance Use and Health in San Francisco, CA, about the management of stimulant use disorders. They explore the challenges of treatment and highlight the importance of harm reduction strategies to enhance patients’ quality of life.  NEI Members can earn CME/CE by participating in this activity here: Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E256 - Distorted Reflections: Identifying and Treating Body Dysmorphic Disorder with Dr. Katharine Phillips
06/04/2025
E256 - Distorted Reflections: Identifying and Treating Body Dysmorphic Disorder with Dr. Katharine Phillips
Today, Dr. Andy Cutler interviews Dr. Katharine Phillips about identifying and treating body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). Join the discussion as they talk about how BDD presents, the treatments available for this debilitating disorder, and how clinicians can help their patients reach remission. Katharine Phillips, MD is a renowned psychiatrist and leading authority on body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). She serves as Professor of Psychiatry and DeWitt Wallace Senior Scholar at Weill Cornell Medical College and is an attending psychiatrist at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Andrew J. Cutler, MD is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. Resources International OCD Foundation - Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E255 - 2025 NEI Spring Congress Extended Q&A with Dr. Andrew Cutler, Desiree Matthews, Dr. Raj Mago, and Hara Oyedeji
05/21/2025
E255 - 2025 NEI Spring Congress Extended Q&A with Dr. Andrew Cutler, Desiree Matthews, Dr. Raj Mago, and Hara Oyedeji
This episode includes extended Q&A sessions that address your unanswered questions from the following presentations delivered at the 2025 Spring Congress in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: (00:20) All the Tea on ADHD: Guidance for Developing Effective Treatment Strategies for Patients With ADHD by Andrew Cutler, MD (20:20) You and I and an LAI: Benefits, Early Adoption, and Options for Patients With Serious Mental Illness Desiree Matthews, MSN, PMHNP-BC and Jonathan Meyer, MD (Q&A with Desiree Matthews) (38:53) A Practical Guide to Ordering and Interpreting Kidney Function Tests by Rajnish Mago, MD (59:13) Preventing the Progression From Casual to Casualty: An Update on Interventions for Substance Use Disorders by Hara Oyedeji, APRN, PMHNP-BC, MSN, MSEd and Andrew Cutler, MD (Q&A with Hara Oyedeji) Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E254 - Breaking the Cycle: Medication Approaches to Hormonal Mood Disorders Across the Lifespan with Dr. Jennifer Payne
05/07/2025
E254 - Breaking the Cycle: Medication Approaches to Hormonal Mood Disorders Across the Lifespan with Dr. Jennifer Payne
In this episode, Dr. Andy Cutler is joined by Dr. Jennifer Payne to discuss management of mood disorders influenced by fluctuations in reproductive hormones, particularly in women. They explore medication management during the perinatal period, emphasizing the risks associated with inadequately treated mood disorders. The conversation also addresses strategies for managing hormone-related mood disorders across reproductive stages, including premenstrual dysphoric disorder, premenstrual exacerbation, and perimenopausal depression. Jennifer L. Payne, MD is a psychiatrist specializing in reproductive psychiatry and mood disorders in women. She serves as Vice Chair of Research and Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences at the University of Virginia, directing the Reproductive Psychiatry Research Program. Andrew J. Cutler, MD is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. 🌟Save $100 on registration for 2025 NEI Spring Congress with code NEIPOD25 Register today at Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E253 - Strategies to Identify and Treat Binge Eating Disorder with Dr. Cynthia Bulik
04/23/2025
E253 - Strategies to Identify and Treat Binge Eating Disorder with Dr. Cynthia Bulik
Join Dr. Andy Cutler and Dr. Cynthia Bulik as they discuss the challenges of diagnosing and treating binge eating disorder (BED). They explore the genetics, neurobiology, and clinical course of BED that inform treatment decisions, and examine how advances in genetic research and emerging pharmacological options may improve outcomes for individuals with BED. Cynthia Bulik, PhD, FAED is a Distinguished Professor of Eating Disorders in the Department of Psychiatry, a Professor of Nutrition in the Gillings School of Global Public Health and the Founding Director of the Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Andrew J. Cutler, MD is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. Resources Eating Disorders Genetics Initiative (EDGI) 2 - National Eating Disorders Association - Families Empowered and Supporting the Treatment of Eating Disorders (FEAST) - 🌟Save $100 on registration for 2025 NEI Spring Congress with code NEIPOD25 Register today at  Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E252 - The Latest in Diagnosing and Treating Borderline Personality Disorder with Dr. Carla Sharp
04/09/2025
E252 - The Latest in Diagnosing and Treating Borderline Personality Disorder with Dr. Carla Sharp
Join Dr. Andy Cutler and Dr. Carla Sharp as they discuss the current conceptualization of borderline personality disorder (BPD), including diagnostic challenges, evidence-based treatments, and strategies to reduce stigma by framing BPD as a treatable condition. The conversation also covers recent updates to the APA’s BPD guidelines. Carla Sharp, PhD is a distinguished clinical psychologist specializing in developmental psychopathology, particularly borderline personality disorder (BPD). She is a professor in the Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program and serves as the Associate Dean for Faculty and Research at the University of Houston. Additionally, she directs both the Adolescent Diagnosis, Assessment, Prevention, and Treatment Center and the Developmental Psychopathology Lab at the university. Andrew J. Cutler, MD is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. 🌟Save $100 on registration for 2025 NEI Spring Congress with code NEIPOD25 Register today at Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with email alerts and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E251 - (CME) Prescribing Potentially Unsafe Drug Combinations in Treatment-Resistant Cases
03/26/2025
E251 - (CME) Prescribing Potentially Unsafe Drug Combinations in Treatment-Resistant Cases
In this CME podcast, Dr. Andrew Cutler and Dr. Roger McIntyre discuss the use of potentially unsafe drug combinations in patients with treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions. They review situations where complex medication regimens may be necessary and how clinicians may proceed in these instances. By addressing these topics, the podcast offers guidance on balancing the potential benefits of combination therapies with the risks associated with polypharmacy in psychiatric care. NEI Members can earn CME/CE by participating in this activity here: Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E250 - Sexual Dysfunction: The Least Talked about Side Effect with Anita Clayton, MD
03/12/2025
E250 - Sexual Dysfunction: The Least Talked about Side Effect with Anita Clayton, MD
Join Dr. Andy Cutler as he speaks with Dr. Anita Clayton about one of the most common yet least discussed side effects of psychotropic medications—sexual dysfunction. They explore the different aspects of sexual dysfunction that may arise as a side effect, how to distinguish these from symptoms of psychiatric or medical disorders, and how to collaborate with patients to effectively address this challenging issue. Anita H. Clayton, MD, Wilford W. Spradlin Professor and Chair of Psychiatry & Neurobehavioral Sciences, and Professor of Clinical Obstetrics & Gynecology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, has focused her research on major depressive disorder, mood disorders associated with reproductive-life events in women (reproductive psychiatry), sexual dysfunction related to illness and medications, and the assessment and treatment of primary sexual disorders. Andrew J. Cutler, MD is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. Resources 🌟Save $100 on registration for 2025 NEI Spring Congress with code NEIPOD25 Register today at  Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E249 - Unintended Effects of FDA Pediatric Antidepressant Boxed Warnings with Christine Moutier, MD
02/26/2025
E249 - Unintended Effects of FDA Pediatric Antidepressant Boxed Warnings with Christine Moutier, MD
Join Dr. Andy Cutler as he speaks with Dr. Christine Moutier about the unintended effects of the FDA boxed warnings on antidepressant use in pediatric patients—specifically, the underdiagnosis and undertreatment of depression. Their conversation highlights the importance of effectively treating depression to reduce suicide across the lifespan. Christine Yu Moutier, MD is a leading psychiatrist and the Chief Medical Officer at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). Since joining AFSP in 2013, Dr. Moutier has led a nationwide movement combining scientific research and grassroots efforts to reduce suicide rates. She has testified before Congress, presented at the White House, and frequently contributes to major media outlets on mental health issues. Andrew J. Cutler, MD is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. Resources American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Save $100 on registration for 2025 NEI Spring Congress with code NEIPOD25 Register today at  Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E248 - Benzodiazepine Tapering and Deprescribing with Dr. Jeffrey Strawn
02/12/2025
E248 - Benzodiazepine Tapering and Deprescribing with Dr. Jeffrey Strawn
Join Dr. Andy Cutler as he talks with Dr. Jeffrey Strawn about how clinicians can determine the appropriate scenarios for benzodiazepine deprescribing, best practices for benzodiazepine tapering, and how to balance patient preferences to ensure best outcomes. Jeffrey R. Strawn, MD is a Professor and Associate Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Cincinnati (UC) College of Medicine, the Assistant Director of Clinical and Translational Research in the Center for Clinical & Translational Science and Training at UC, and an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at UC and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.  Andrew J. Cutler, MD is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. Save $100 on registration for 2025 NEI Spring Congress with code NEIPOD25 Register today at  Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E247 - Pediatric Psychopharmacology Series: Incorporating CBT in the Med Check with Dr. Katherine Dahlsgaard
01/29/2025
E247 - Pediatric Psychopharmacology Series: Incorporating CBT in the Med Check with Dr. Katherine Dahlsgaard
In this episode of our special pediatric psychopharmacology series, Dr. Jeffrey Strawn and Dr. Katherine Dahlsgaard review how psychiatric prescribers can incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) practices into medication checks with pediatric patients who have anxiety disorders. Specifically, they discuss the importance of using exposures to reduce avoidance behaviors that are characteristic of and feed anxiety disorders. Jeffrey R. Strawn, MD is a Professor and Associate Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Cincinnati (UC) College of Medicine, the Assistant Director of Clinical and Translational Research in the Center for Clinical & Translational Science and Training at UC, and an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at UC and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Katherine Dahlsgaard, PhD, ABPP is a licensed clinical psychologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with expertise in CBT for children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Dahlsgaard specializes in evidence-based assessment and treatment of anxiety and related disorders. Save $100 on registration for 2025 NEI Spring Congress with code NEIPOD25 Register today at  Never miss an episode!🎙 SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E246 - ECT Unveiled: Modern Perspectives in Psychiatric Treatment with Dr. Descartes Li
01/15/2025
E246 - ECT Unveiled: Modern Perspectives in Psychiatric Treatment with Dr. Descartes Li
Join Dr. Andy Cutler as he talks with Dr. Descartes Li about the facts and fiction of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). They discuss the efficacy and potential side effects of ECT, as well as the importance of educating patients and clinicians on ECT in order to overcome stigma associated with this life-saving treatment. Descartes Li, MD is a psychiatrist who specializes in caring for patients with bipolar disorder and patients receiving electroconvulsive therapy. He directs the UCSF Bipolar Disorders Program and the UCSF Electroconvulsive Therapy Program. Dr. Li's research interests include bipolar disorder, electroconvulsive therapy and medical education. Resources Save $100 on registration for 2025 NEI Spring Congress with code NEIPOD25 Register today at  Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E245 - The Best of the PsychopharmaStahlogy Show
01/01/2025
E245 - The Best of the PsychopharmaStahlogy Show
In this special episode, we present highlights from the PsychopharmaStahlogy Show, hosted by Dr. Andy Cutler and featuring Dr. Stephen Stahl. Join us as we share clips from the most popular episodes of the series, showcasing some of the most though-provoking moments. (01:13) Clip from (16:16) Clip from (29:31) Clip from (42:50) Clip from Save $100 on registration for 2025 NEI Spring Congress with code NEIPOD25 Register today at Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E244 - Pediatric Psychopharmacology Series: Pharmacological Management Strategies in Autism with Dr. Robyn Thom
12/18/2024
E244 - Pediatric Psychopharmacology Series: Pharmacological Management Strategies in Autism with Dr. Robyn Thom
In this episode of our special pediatric psychopharmacology series, Dr. Jeffrey Strawn and Dr. Robyn Thom discuss the situations in which psychotropic medications are appropriate for children with autism spectrum disorder. They also explore strategies for managing side effects of these medications, including cases involving polypharmacy in this population. Jeffrey R. Strawn, MD is a Professor and Associate Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Cincinnati (UC) College of Medicine, the Assistant Director of Clinical and Translational Research in the Center for Clinical & Translational Science and Training at UC, and an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at UC and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Robyn Thom, MD is an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School and a staff psychiatrist at the Massachusetts General Hospital Lurie Center for Autism. Dr. Thom specializes in treating children and adults with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental disorders, anxiety disorders, and mood disorders. Save $100 on registration for 2025 NEI Spring Congress with code NEIPOD25 Register today at Never miss an episode!🎙 SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology?  Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program:    Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on:  YouTube:   Instagram:   LinkedIn:   Facebook:   X:  
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E243 - A Look Back at This Year in Psychopharmacology with Dr. Roger McIntyre
12/04/2024
E243 - A Look Back at This Year in Psychopharmacology with Dr. Roger McIntyre
Join Drs. Andy Cutler and Roger McIntyre as they discuss the most significant advancements in psychopharmacology over the past year. Their conversation highlights groundbreaking developments and innovations in the field of psychiatry. Resources Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E242- (CME) Past, Present, and Future: Muscarinic-Targeting Treatments for Schizophrenia
11/27/2024
E242- (CME) Past, Present, and Future: Muscarinic-Targeting Treatments for Schizophrenia
In this CME podcast, Dr. Andrew Cutler interviews Dr. Jonathan Meyer about the history of muscarinic receptor science in schizophrenia and how that informs the mechanisms of action of novel muscarinic-targeting drugs for this disorder. They also discuss the efficacy and safety of these drugs and provide practical strategies for prescribing xanomeline-trospium.  Create a free NEI guest account and obtain CME/CE by participating in this activity here: Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E241 - Pediatric Psychopharmacology Series: Using Lithium in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry with Dr. Adelaide Robb
11/20/2024
E241 - Pediatric Psychopharmacology Series: Using Lithium in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry with Dr. Adelaide Robb
In this episode of our special pediatric psychopharmacology series, Dr. Jeffrey Strawn and Dr. Adelaide Robb explore the nuanced use of lithium in treating bipolar disorder among children and adolescents. Their discussion delves into critical aspects of lithium treatment, including carefully calibrated dosing regimens, comprehensive side effect management, and the essential role of parental involvement in treatment decisions. Jeffrey R. Strawn, MD is a Professor and Associate Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Cincinnati (UC) College of Medicine, the Assistant Director of Clinical and Translational Research in the Center for Clinical & Translational Science and Training at UC, and an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at UC and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Adelaide S. Robb, MD is a psychopharmacologist who specializes in mood disorders, anxiety, and attention deficit disorder. She is Chief of the Division of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC. Never miss an episode!🎙 SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms:   Interested in Psychopharmacology?  Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program:    Stay updated with email alerts and join our conversations on social. Follow us on:  YouTube: Instagram:   LinkedIn: Facebook:   X:  
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E240 - 2024 NEI Congress Extended Q&A with Dr. Katherine Dahlsgaard, Dr. Roger McIntyre, Dr. Thomas Schwartz, and Lisa Tremayne
11/13/2024
E240 - 2024 NEI Congress Extended Q&A with Dr. Katherine Dahlsgaard, Dr. Roger McIntyre, Dr. Thomas Schwartz, and Lisa Tremayne
This episode includes extended Q&A sessions that address your unanswered questions from the following presentations delivered at the 2024 Congress in Colorado Springs, Colorado: (00:23) Panic On the Playground! Managing Social Anxiety in Pediatric Patients by Katherine Dahlsgaard, PhD, ABPP and Jeffrey Strawn, MD (Q&A with Dr. Dahlsgaard) (15:12) Inflammatory Remarks: Our Evolving Understanding of the Role of Inflammation in Mental Health by Roger McIntyre, MD, FRCPC and Vladimir Maletic, MD, MS (Q&A with Dr. McIntyre) (35:33) Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go: Strategies for Improving Sleep-Wake Issues by Thomas Schwartz, MD (51:32) Beyond the Blues: Risk, Recognition, and Relief from Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders by Lisa Tremayne, RN, PMH-C, CBC ([email protected]) Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E239 - NEI Congress 20th Anniversary: Ask Me Anything with Dr. Stephen Stahl
11/06/2024
E239 - NEI Congress 20th Anniversary: Ask Me Anything with Dr. Stephen Stahl
In this special episode of the NEI Podcast, Dr. Andy Cutler interviews the founder of NEI, Dr. Stephen Stahl about the origins of NEI and the NEI Congress. They also field personal and clinical questions submitted my podcast listeners and NEI members across social media! Tune in for an insightful and fun conversation celebrating 20 years of NEI Congress! Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E238 - (CME) From Treatment Plans to Patient Plans: Patients as Partners in Bipolar Disorder Treatment
11/01/2024
E238 - (CME) From Treatment Plans to Patient Plans: Patients as Partners in Bipolar Disorder Treatment
In this CME episode, Drs. Andrew Cutler and Roger McIntyre discuss the challenges and importance of diagnosing bipolar disorder as early as possible in the course of the illness. They also review strategies to achieve a correct diagnosis to provide the most efficacious and tolerable treatments available for bipolar disorder. Create a free NEI guest account and obtain CME/CE by participating in this activity here: Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E237 - (CME) TD Realities: Patient Quality of Life with Tardive Dyskinesia
10/23/2024
E237 - (CME) TD Realities: Patient Quality of Life with Tardive Dyskinesia
In this CME episode, Dr. Andy Cutler interviews Dr. Leslie Citrome about the impact of tardive dyskinesia on patient-reported outcomes and quality of life. They discuss how to correctly assess and diagnose tardive dyskinesia, as well as effective management strategies that incorporate the individual needs of patients. Create a free NEI guest account and obtain CME/CE by participating in this activity here: Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E236 - Pediatric Psychopharmacology Series: Deprescribing in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry with Dr. John Walkup
10/16/2024
E236 - Pediatric Psychopharmacology Series: Deprescribing in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry with Dr. John Walkup
In the first episode of a special pediatric psychopharmacology series hosted by Dr. Jeffrey Strawn, Dr. John Walkup joins the podcast to discuss deprescribing in pediatric patients. The conversation delves into the situations that warrant deprescribing from antidepressants, selecting the right time to do so, and dealing with relapse, as well as much more! Jeffrey R. Strawn, MD is a Professor and Associate Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Cincinnati (UC) College of Medicine, the Assistant Director of Clinical and Translational Research in the Center for Clinical & Translational Science and Training at UC, and an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at UC and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. John T. Walkup, MD is Head of the Pritzker Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and a Margaret C. Osterman Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science. He also serves as Director of the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Never miss an episode!🎙 SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology?  Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program:   Stay updated with email alerts and join our conversations on social. Follow us on:  YouTube:   Instagram:   LinkedIn:   Facebook: X:  
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E235 - Re-release: Traumatic Brain Injury in Victims of Intimate Partner Violence
10/02/2024
E235 - Re-release: Traumatic Brain Injury in Victims of Intimate Partner Violence
This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we're revisiting an important topic: the often overlooked risk of traumatic brain injury (TBI) among victims of intimate partner violence. Our goal is to shed light on this highly vulnerable group that frequently goes unnoticed in discussions about TBI. By reexamining a previous episode released in March 2020, we aim to raise awareness about the significant dangers faced by those experiencing domestic abuse, particularly the risk of brain injuries resulting from physical violence in intimate relationships. Deb York, MSN, PMHNP-BC, APRN, CCRA is a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner practicing in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She completed her research certification as a Certified Clinical Research Associate at the Association of Clinical Research Professionals, and is the Director of Clinical Research at Mountain Mind. Her research focuses on conducting clinical trials to identify and evaluate novel psychopharmacological and neuroradiological interventions for traumatic brain injury, mood disorders, and pediatric psychiatric illnesses. Deb has over 25 years in the clinical trials industry conducting clinical research in pharmaceuticals & biologics, with a specialty in Women’s Health, CNS & psychiatric clinical trials. Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E234 - Diagnosis, Treatment, and Pathophysiology of Catatonia with Dr. Joan Striebel
09/18/2024
E234 - Diagnosis, Treatment, and Pathophysiology of Catatonia with Dr. Joan Striebel
Join Dr. Andy Cutler as he talks with Dr. Joan Striebel about the syndrome of catatonia, including its dynamic presentation, treating the underlying disorder, and why clinicians must raise their index of suspicion when evaluating symptoms that could indicate catatonia is present. Dr. Joan Striebel is a psychiatrist at the California Department of State Hospitals, which is the largest forensic mental health hospital system in the nation. Resources: Never miss an episode!🎙 SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with email alerts and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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E233 - (CME) Detecting and Treating Bipolar Disorder in Primary Care
09/04/2024
E233 - (CME) Detecting and Treating Bipolar Disorder in Primary Care
In this CME episode, Dr. Andrew Cutler interviews Dr. Charles Vega about the challenges of identifying bipolar disorder in primary care and how to overcome them. They also discuss strategies for initiating and managing pharmacological treatment long term in collaboration with patients and psychiatric specialists. Create a free NEI guest account and obtain CME/CE by participating in this activity here: Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: Stay updated with and join our conversations on social. Follow us on: YouTube: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: X:
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