Global Burden of Headache Disorders in Older Adults (Aged ≥ 55 Years) from 1990-2021

In part one of this series, Dr. Justin Abbatemarco and Dr. Benjamin P. Trewin discuss the major findings from his work.  Read more about this abstract on the AAN website.  

In this episode, Dr. Jason Crowell discusses the Capitol Hill Report from April 20th, which provides updates on federal funding for neuroscience research in fiscal year 2027 (FY2027).  Stay updated with what's happening on the hill by visiting aan.com/chr.  Learn how you can get involved with AAN advocacy. 

Casey Kozak discusses the process of applying to neurology residency. This episode offers insights for applicants and for neurologists who guide and mentor the next generation of neurologists. 

Dr. Andy Southerland and Dr. Layne Dylla discuss the trends in head CT use in US emergency departments from 2007 to 2022, highlighting disparities, regional variations, and the potential role of AI in optimizing imaging decisions.  Show citations:  Dylla L, Krothapalli N, Tu L, et al. Trends in Head CT Use in US Emergency Department Patients From 2007 to 2022: A Nationwide Analysis. Neurology. 2025;105(12):e214347. doi:10.1212/WNL.0000000000214347

Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. Alison Christy, the recipient of the 2026 Ted Burns Humanism in Neurology Award, about her inspiring career, innovative approaches to neurology education, and how she fosters compassion and creativity in medicine. 

Dr. Tesha Monteith talks with Ayesha Sohail about her abstract titled "Global Burden of Headache Disorders in Older Adults (Aged ≥ 55 Years) from 1990-2021: An Analysis of Epidemiology, Trends, and Socioeconomic Disparities."  Read more about this abstract on the AAN website. 

In the final episode of this series, Dr. Justin Abbatemarco and Dr. Shreya Louis discuss the study results and their implications for improving clinical practice.  Read more about this abstract on the AAN website. 

In part two of this series, Dr. Justin Abbatemarco and Dr. Shreya Louis discuss how this technology was developed and how it has evolved.  Read more about this abstract on the AAN website. 

Dr. Greg Cooper talks with Dr. Walter J. Koroshetz about his advice for early neurologists.  Read more about the 2026 AAN President's Award. 

Dr. Greg Cooper and Dr. Eric Reiman discuss emerging antibody therapies for preclinical Alzheimer's disease and the clinical, regulatory, and equity considerations shaping prevention trials and future care. Show citation:  Reiman EM, Alexander RC, Langbaum JB, et al. A path to preventing cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer's disease: initiatives beginning in the USA. Lancet Neurol. 2026;25(3):268-278. doi:10.1016/S1474-4422(25)00483-1