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The goal of the Neurocritical Care Society Podcast is to summarize some of the latest content and cutting edge research published in the journal, Neurocritical Care, official journal of the Neurocritical Care Society. Episodes are produced regularly and feature interviews with the top researchers ar…

Neurocritical Care Society


    • Jun 2, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Neurocritical Care Society Podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in NCC (Neurocritical Care) or critical care in general. Hosted by Dr. Al-Mufti, this podcast provides a steady stream of highly qualified experts from the Neurocritical Care world who offer their insights and expertise on a variety of topics. Whether you're a healthcare professional looking to expand your knowledge or someone with a personal interest in this field, this podcast delivers valuable information that is both educational and engaging.

    One of the best aspects of The Neurocritical Care Society Podcast is the caliber of guests that Dr. Al-Mufti brings on the show. These experts are at the forefront of their respective fields and provide deep insights into the latest research, emerging trends, and best practices in Neurocritical Care. The interviews are conducted in an engaging manner that keeps listeners hooked and eager to learn more. Each episode is well-researched and provides valuable takeaways that can be immediately applied in clinical practice.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its commitment to evidence-based medicine. Dr. Al-Mufti approaches each topic with a clear-eyed and critical perspective, ensuring that listeners receive information that is based on solid scientific evidence. This emphasis on evidence-based medicine sets this podcast apart from others in the field, as it helps to dispel misinformation and promotes informed decision-making.

    While there are not many negative aspects to highlight about The Neurocritical Care Society Podcast, one potential drawback could be its highly specialized nature. This podcast caters specifically to those interested in NCC or critical care, which means it may not have broad appeal for individuals outside these fields. However, for its target audience, it hits all the right notes and offers invaluable insights.

    In conclusion, The Neurocritical Care Society Podcast is an exceptional resource for anyone involved or interested in NCC or critical care. Dr. Al-Mufti's expert hosting skills combined with his ability to bring on top-tier guests make this podcast a wealth of knowledge and expertise. The emphasis on evidence-based medicine ensures that listeners receive accurate and up-to-date information. Overall, this podcast is a must-listen for those looking to expand their knowledge in the field of Neurocritical Care.



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    Latest episodes from Neurocritical Care Society Podcast

    CURRENTS: Story of Hope – Life After Cardiac Arrest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 32:34


    In this episode of the NCS Podcast Currents series, host Lauren Koffman, DO, MS, speaks with Tara Wall and her husband, Ron, whose journey through cardiac arrest and recovery offers a deeply personal look at the realities of critical illness, caregiving and hope. Tara, a former NICU nurse, recounts the terrifying moment her husband collapsed at home and the life-saving measures she took, while Ron shares his fragmented but remarkable memories from the event and his long road back to health. Together, they reflect on the emotional weight of medical decision making, the importance of support from health care teams and how connection, care and determination can shape recovery. Read the accompanying article: Part 1: Story of Hope – Life After Cardiac Arrest The views expressed on the NCS Podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or official positions of the Neurocritical Care Society.  

    PERSPECTIVES: Paul Vespa, MD, on Innovation and Teamwork in Neurocritical Care

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 47:39


    In this episode of the NCS Podcast Perspective series, Nicholas Morris, MD, is joined by Immediate Past-President of NCS, Paul Vespa, MD, a professor of neurology and neurosurgery at UCLA. Dr. Vespa shares his path into neurocritical care, as well as his views on the growth of neuro ICUs and advances in continuous EEG monitoring and microdialysis. He discusses the future of AI in EEG, the value of patient stories and the importance of clinician-investigators, mentorship, and teamwork. The views expressed on the NCS Podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or official positions of the Neurocritical Care Society.  

    MASTERCLASS: Brain Protective Ventilation in Severe Acute Brain Injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 30:32


    In this episode of the NCS Podcast Masterclass series, Stephan Mayer, MD, FCCM, FNCS, and Jon Rosenberg, MD, welcome renowned neurointensivist Chiara Robba, MD, Ph.D., to discuss the concept of brain protective ventilation. Drawing from her experience across both pulmonary and neurocritical care, Dr. Robba explores the physiological nuance of ventilating patients with brain injury, including how to balance positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP), tidal volume and CO₂ levels to protect both lung and brain. The trio also dives into findings from the VENTIBRAIN study and practical strategies for tailoring care using multimodal monitoring. The views expressed on the NCS Podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or official positions of the Neurocritical Care Society.

    CURRENTS: Traumatic Brain Injury in a Resource-Limited Setting: A Reflection on the Importance of Timely Interventions in Neurocritical Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 26:08


    In this episode of the NCS Podcast Currents series, host Lauren Koffman, DO, MS, speaks with Clio Rubinos, MD, MS, and Rommel Morel, MD, about the urgent need to improve pre-hospital neurocritical care in low- and middle-income countries. They explore disparities in emergency response, the reality of patients arriving via family or bystanders and community-driven solutions like Colombia's Bootstrap consensus and Uganda's MOTOR trial. The conversation highlights how global collaboration, data-driven strategies and shared passion are essential to improving outcomes and reducing inequities in neurocritical care. Read the accompanying article:Traumatic Brain Injury in a Resource-Limited Setting: A Reflection on the Importance of Timely Interventions in Neurocritical Care Have questions or interested in collaborating?Contact the authors directly: crubinos@unc.edu rommellmorel121@gmail.com The views expressed on the NCS Podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or official positions of the Neurocritical Care Society.

    PERSPECTIVES: Lessons from Neurocritical Care Fellows

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 45:50


    In this episode of Perspectives, Dr. Nicholas Morris is joined by neurocritical care fellows Dr. Diana Alsbrook, Dr. Sonja Darwish and Dr. Scott Sparks to discuss the future of the field. They share insights on choosing a fellowship, the challenges of training and what it takes to become a well-rounded neurointensivist. From clinical autonomy and mentorship to wellness and preparing for life after fellowship, this conversation provides valuable perspectives for both aspiring fellows and experienced practitioners. The views expressed on the NCS Podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or official positions of the Neurocritical Care Society.

    CURRENTS: Ray's Story of Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 33:16


    In this episode of the NCS Podcast Currents series, host Lauren Koffman, DO, welcomes Ray and his wife, Kathleen, who authored a recent Currents "Stories of Hope" feature. Ray shares his journey of recovery after sustaining a traumatic brain injury in an accident while traveling in Aruba. Kathleen offers her perspective on navigating medical care abroad, the challenges of intensive rehabilitation and the resilience that carried them forward. Tune in to hear their inspiring story of determination, love and recovery. You can read Ray's story in Currents at Part 1: Ray's Story of Hope. The views expressed on the NCS Podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or official positions of the Neurocritical Care Society.  

    HOT TOPICS: Transfusion Strategies in Acute Brain Injury – The TRAIN Trial

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 39:05


    In this episode of the NCS Podcast Hot Topic Series, host Dr. Nicholas Morris speaks with Dr. Fabio Taccone about the recently published TRAIN randomized clinical trial. The study compares restrictive versus liberal transfusion strategies in patients with acute brain injury, shedding new light on hemoglobin targets, neurological outcomes and transfusion-related risks. Dr. Taccone, a leading researcher in neuroprotection, breaks down the findings, their implications for clinical practice and how they compare to other major trials in the field. The views expressed on the NCS Podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or official positions of the Neurocritical Care Society.

    HOT TOPICS: Advancing Brain Death Determination with Dr. David Greer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 18:07


    In this episode of Hot Topics, Dr. Nicholas Morris interviews Dr. David Greer, a leading expert in brain death determination, to discuss the Neurocritical Care Society's new in-person brain death determination course. Dr. Greer highlights the importance of standardized protocols and training, the global success of the online course and the advantages of hands-on learning with mannequins and expert supervision. They also explore common errors in brain death exams and the need for rigorous certification to ensure accuracy and consistency in clinical practice. Learn more and register for the in-person Brain Death Determination Course here. Tune in to discover how this course is revolutionizing brain death determination worldwide. The views expressed on the NCS Podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or official positions of the Neurocritical Care Society.

    PERSPECTIVES: APPs and Point-Of-Care Ultrasound in Neurocritical Care With Diane McLaughlin, FNCS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 46:56


    In this episode of Perspectives, Dr. Nicholas Morris talks with Diane McLaughlin, FNCS, about her journey into neurocritical care and the vital role of postgraduate training for APPs. She highlights the importance of ultrasound, sharing how she developed her skills and discusses strategies for staff retention and career growth. She also reflects on advancements in stroke treatment and the benefits of professional society involvement.

    HOT TOPICS: The PROPHY-VAP Study

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 37:08


    In this episode of Hot Topics, Dr. Nicholas Morris interviews Claire Dahyot-Fizelier, M.D, Ph.D., a professor of anesthesia and intensive care at the University of Poitiers, to explore the groundbreaking PROPHY-VAP trial published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine. This landmark study investigates the impact of single-dose ceftriaxone prophylaxis on ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in acute brain injury patients. Dr. Dahyot-Fizelier discusses the rationale behind the study, key findings and the broader implications for ICU practices. Tune in to discover how this trial could reshape approaches to infection prevention and improve patient outcomes in neurocritical care. Show notes: https://doi.org/10.1016/S2213-2600(23)00471-X Dahyot-Fizelier C, Lasocki S, Kerforne T, Perrigault PF, Geeraerts T, Asehnoune K, Cinotti R, Launey Y, Cottenceau V, Laffon M, Gaillard T, Boisson M, Aleyrat C, Frasca D, Mimoz O, on behalf of the PROPHY-VAP Study Group and the ATLANREA Study Group. Ceftriaxone to prevent early ventilator-associated pneumonia in patients with acute brain injury: a multicentre, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, assessor-masked superiority trial. The Lancet Respiratory Medicine. 2024 May 1;12(5):375-85.

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    HOT TOPICS: The ORANGE Study

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 38:28


    In this episode of Perspectives, Dr. Nicholas Morris interviews Dr. Giuseppe Soterio, professor of anaesthesia and intensive care at Milano-Bicocca University, about the Orange study, which investigated the neurological pupil index (NPI) for prognosticating outcomes in patients with acute brain injury. The study, involving 13 centers in Europe and North America, found that repeat abnormal MPI values, including zero, were predictors of poor outcomes. The study collected data every four hours for seven days, using a sophisticated statistical model to account for longitudinal changes. Despite initial expectations, the study did not find a strong correlation between MPI and ICP, suggesting MPI should not be used as a surrogate for ICP. Future research may focus on developing a standardized response to low MPI values. Show Notes: https://doi.org/10.1016/S1474-4422(23)00271-5 Oddo M, Taccone FS, Petrosino M, Badenes R, Blandino-Ortiz A, Bouzat P, Caricato A, Chesnut RM, Feyling AC, Ben-Hamouda N, Hemphill JC. The Neurological Pupil index for outcome prognostication in people with acute brain injury (ORANGE): a prospective, observational, multicentre cohort study. The Lancet Neurology. 2023 Oct 1;22(10):925-33.

    CURRENTS: Unbroken Stride: Cameron's Story of Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 25:18


    On September 2022, Cameron Kuklick fell from a motorized rental scooter while returning to his hotel after celebrating his brother's wedding in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Cameron experienced a severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) at the age of 30. Cameron and his family hope that by sharing their story and experiences, they too can provide hope and healing for others. In this week's episode, Cameron joins Dr. Lauren Koffman and Dea Mahanes, DNP, APRN, CCNS, HEC-C, FNCS, who was on Cameron's care team, to discuss his Story of Hope. You can read Cameron's story in Currents at https://currents.neurocriticalcare.org/Stories-of-Hope/Article/unbroken-stride-camerons-story-of-hope-overcoming-brain-injury-to-cross-the-finish-line.

    PERSPECTIVES: Dr Gretchen Brophy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 50:46


    In this week's episode of Perspectives, Dr Nicholas Morris is joined by NCS Past President, Dr Gretchen Brophy, Professor of Pharmacotherapy & Outcomes Sciences and Neurosurgery with Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Pharmacy, Medical College of Virginia Campus, in Richmond.

    MASTERCLASS: Critical Care EEG Monitoring

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 34:55


    Electroencephalography (EEG) is an important and relatively inexpensive tool that allows intensivists to monitor cerebral activity of critically ill patients in real time. Seizure detection in patients with and without acute brain injury is the primary reason to obtain an EEG in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU); and in response to the increased demand for EEG, advances in quantitative EEG (qEEG) created an approach to review large amounts of data instantly. Today, rapid response EEG is now available to reduce the time to detect electrographic seizures in limited-resource settings. In this week's MasterClass, our hosts Dr Jon Rosenberg and Dr Stephan Mayer are joined by Dr Lawerence Hirsch, Co-Director of the Critical Care EEG Monitoring Program at Yale School of Medicine to discuss the evolution, value, and impact of brain monitoring with EEG in the critically ill. 

    CURRENTS: Consent for Brain Death Determination - the ends justify the means... or it does not.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 21:57


    The purpose of informed consent, as it exists now, is primarily to maintain patient autonomy, but additional benefits include the protection of patients, avoidance of fraud, and promotion of rational decisions, amongst others. It is now considered both an ethical and legal obligation which should, at a minimum, always include: 1) the nature of the procedure, 2) the risks and benefits of the procedure, 3) reasonable alternatives, and 4) risks and benefits of alternatives, with an assessment of comprehension of these elements (1). This week Dr Lauren Koffman is joined by Clotilde Balucani, MD and Julia Durrant, MD two of the authors of the recent Currents article Consent for Brain Death Determination - the ends justify the means... or it does not.

    HOT TOPICS: The SWITCH Trial

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 31:18


    It is unknown whether decompressive craniectomy improves clinical outcome for people with spontaneous severe deep intracerebral haemorrhage. The SWITCH trial aimed to assess whether decompressive craniectomy plus best medical treatment in these patients improves outcome at 6 months compared to best medical treatment alone. The SWITCH Trial has come to an end and the findings published in The Lancet and in this week's HOT TOPICS episode, Dr. Nicholas Morris is joined by two of the lead authors, Prof. Jürgen Beck, MD and Prof. Urs Fischer, MD to discuss the trial.

    HOT TOPICS - ANNEXA-I Trial

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 61:20


    Patients with acute intracerebral hemorrhage who are receiving factor Xa inhibitors have a risk of hematoma expansion. The effect of andexanet alfa, an agent that reverses the effects of factor Xa inhibitors, on hematoma volume expansion had not been well studied, until the ANNEXA-I Trial. To discuss this week's Hot Topic, Nicholas Morris, MD is joined by one of the trial's collaborators, Ashkan Shoamanesh, MD as well as clincial pharmacist Andrew Webb, PharmD, BCCCP.  Listeners can also join the NCS Journal Club which will be discussing the ANNEXA-I Trial on "X" / Twitter on Tuesday, July 16th starting at 9am CT.

    PERSPECTIVES: Dr Monisha Kumar, FNCS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 55:34


    In this week's episode of Perspectives, Dr Nicholas Morris is joined by Dr Monisha Kumar, FNCS, Professor of Neurology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania to discuss the threats to diversity, equity, and inclusion in neurocritical care.

    CURRENTS: Innovation for Health Disparities Research in Hemorrhagic Stroke

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 33:31


    As clinicians working with patients who have sustained an acute brain injury, we are naturally focused on caring for the injury itself. Until recent years, the clinical severity of brain injury was regarded as the main driver of prognosis and outcomes. However, we are beginning to understand how non-clinical factors, including the social determinants of health (SDOH), contribute to differential risk for all brain injuries including hemorrhagic stroke, and continue to impact our patients' recovery even after injury. In this week's episode Dr Lauren Koffman is joined by Dr Nirupama Yechoor and Dr Rachel Forman to discuss how understanding the complex interplay between clinical and social determinants of health is crucial for clinicians caring for hemorrhagic stroke survivors, not only for recovery and secondary prevention, but also to effectively counsel families on primary prevention. Lauren is also joined by Mike Foster, a member of Yale's Stroke Patient Advisory Board who talks about his experience as a stroke survivor. You can read the Currents article at https://currents.neurocriticalcare.org/Leading-Insights/Article/innovation-for-health-disparities-research-in-hemorrhagic-stroke.  Stroke survivors or those who care for loved ones who have had a stroke can sign-up for Dr Yechoor's study at https://rally.massgeneralbrigham.org/study/strokewellbeing. 

    HOT TOPICS: NCS Guidelines for Seizure Prophylaxis in Adults Hospitalized With Moderate–Severe Traumatic Brain Injury

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 37:29


    For the latest episode in our Hot Topics series, Dr Nicholas Morris, FCNS is joined by Dr Jennifer Frontera, FNCS to discuss the NCS Guidelines for Seizure Prophylaxis in Adults Hospitalized with Moderate-Severe Traumatic Brain Injury.  Download the guidelines at https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12028-023-01907-x. 

    PERSPECTIVES: Dr Daryl Gress

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 41:51


    In this week's PERSPECTIVES episode, Dr Nicholas Morris is joined by Dr Daryl Gress, Professor of Neurological Sciences at the University of Nebraska to discuss Dr Gress' lessons learned while building a new neurocritical care unit and training program at UCSF.

    CURRENTS: Understanding the Landscape of Post-NeuroICU Clinics

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 31:51


    Post-intensive care clinics following admission to the intensive care unit (ICU) have gained significant traction in recent years across the United States and internationally. This movement has been driven by increasing recognition of the long-term sequela related to the experience of an ICU admission. This week, Dr Lauren Koffman is joined by Dr Matthew Jaffa and Dr Julia Carlson to discuss the landscape of post-neuroICU clinics and the impetus for their development and continuation.

    CURRENTS: Elisabeth's Story of Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 26:22


    In May 2014 Elisabeth Beraquit fell through the faulty doors of an elevator into an empty shaft, landing 30 feet below on top of the elevator car. She suffered multiple traumatic brain injuries, including subarachnoid hemorrhage, intraventricular hemorrhage, and a diffuse axonal injury. 10 years on and Elisabeth is thriving, running her own business in Philadelphia and living her best life. In this week's episode she and her sister, Sarah, join Dr Lauren Koffman to discuss Elisabeth's Story of Hope. You can read Elisabeth's story in Currents at https://currents.neurocriticalcare.org/Stories-of-Hope/Article/story-of-hope-elisabeth.

    HOT TOPICS: Critical Care Management of Patients After Cardiac Arrest

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 42:57


    In this week's episode, Dr Nicholas Morris is joined by Dr. Karen Hirsch and Dr. Teresa May to discuss their paper “Critical Care Management of Patients After Cardiac Arrest: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association and Neurocritical Care Society”.  We discuss the difference between a scientific statement and a guideline, areas of uncertainty, and research priorities for the post-arrest patient. You can read the paper at https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001163. 

    HOT TOPICS: Intravenous Levothyroxine for Unstable Brain-Dead Heart Donors

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 55:18


    This week's Hot Topic is Intravenous Levothyroxine for Unstable Brain-Dead Heart Donors and Dr Nicholas Morris is joined by Dr Raj Dhar from Washington University School of Medicine to discuss his latest New England Journal of Medicine manuscript (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38048188/). 

    MASTER CLASS: Non-invasive intracranial pressure monitoring

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 29:55


    In this week's Master Class, Dr Stephan Mayer and Dr Jon Rosenberg are joined by Dr Krishna Rajajee to discuss non-invasive intracranial pressure monitoring

    HOT TOPICS: NCS Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Guidelines

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 33:25


    In this week's episode, Dr Nick Morris is joined by Dr Jose Suarez to discuss the recently updated NCS subarachnoid hemorrhage guidelines. We compare them with the recently released American Heart Association subarachnoid hemorrhage guideline; and we discuss the purpose of guidelines in general and how guidelines map out priorities for research.

    PERSPECTIVES: The Fellowship in Neurocritical Care Society Designation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 20:36


    In this week's episode, Dr. Nicholas Morris talks to Dr. Michael Rodricks (Immediate Past Chair of the NCS FNCS Credentialing Committee) and Dr. Jason Makii (NCS FNCS Credentialing Committee Chair-Elect) about the Fellowship in Neurocritical Care Society Designation.  Listeners can learn what the FNCS designation means, how to apply, and how to maximize their chances of success.

    CURRENTS: POCUS - A Call to Action

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 18:14


    Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is increasingly recognized as an essential skill for critical care providers, intended to enhance clinical assessments to improve patient care. Beyond its adaptation for procedural guidance, bedside ultrasound assessments can provide critical diagnostic information in a timely manner to guide real-time decision making for the acutely ill patient. An accumulating body of evidence has shown that POCUS can improve clinical outcomes and lower medical costs. Over the past decade, there has been widespread adaptation of bedside ultrasonography by various critical care specialties, with respective governing societies issuing guidelines and position statements encouraging the use of POCUS. However, the field of neurocritical care has yet to fully embrace this innovative field, and neurocritical care training programs vary in their efforts to provide accessible, well-structured educational programs for trainees.  This week, Dr Lauren Koffman is joined by Dr Thanujaa Subrahmaniam and Dr Judy Ch'ang to discuss the use of POCUS in neurocritical care and the opportunities to extend its application across NCC programs.  You can read Dr Ch'ang and Dr Subrahmaniam's Currents article on POCUS in NCC at https://currents.neurocriticalcare.org/Leading-Insights/Article/point-of-care-ultrasound-education-in-neurocritical-care-a-call-to-action. 

    La campaña Curing Coma: Episodio especial en Español

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 27:36


    En este episodio especial en Español, el Dr. Luis Torres conversó con el Dr. Jose Javier Provencio acerca de los inicios de la campaña Curing Coma, sus metas iniciales, los retos que la campaña ha logrado superar y algunas colaboraciones internacionales con la campaña. Tambien hablamos acerca del Día Mundial del Coma y que pueden los participantes esperar este 22 de Marzo.

    HOT TOPICS: NCS Prognostication Guidelines

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 44:18


    In this week's episode, Dr Nick Morris is joined by Dr Susanne Muehlschlegel, Dr Katja Wartenberg, and Dr Krishna Rajajee to discuss the NCS' Neuroprognostication Guidelines, including guidelines development, clinical prediction models, and the best language for family meetings.

    HOT TOPICS: The scientific aims of the Curing Coma Campaign

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 36:46


    Dr Nick Morris is joined by Dr Brian Edlow and Dr Claude Hemphill from the Curing Coma Campaign to discuss the scientific aims of the Campaign, the emerging paradigms for assessing disorders of consciousness, and the need for worldwide collaboration on curing coma.  Visit https://www.curingcoma.org to learn more about World Coma Day and the Curing Coma Campaign. 

    HOT TOPICS: OXY-TC Trial

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 41:20


    Dr Nick Morris is joined by Dr. Tobias Gauss from Grenoble Alpes University Hospital in France.  to discuss the recently published OXY-TC trial, a multisite randomized controlled trial of ICP + brain oxygenation monitoring vs. ICP monitoring alone in patients with severe traumatic brain injury.

    HOT TOPICS: Curing Coma Campaign - a nursing perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 21:51


    In the lead up to this year's World Coma Day (March 22), and in the first of three special episodes, Dr Nick Morris hosts Dr DaiWai Olson to discuss the Curing Coma Campaign and World Coma Day through the perspective of the neurocritical care nurse. Visit https://www.curingcoma.org to learn more about World Coma Day and the Curing Coma Campaign.   

    MASTER CLASS: Moberg® CNS Monitoring

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 30:10


    In this week's Master Class Dr Stephan Mayer and Dr Jon Rosenberg are joined by Dick Morberg, inventor of the Moberg® CNS Monitor, to discuss the development of the mutlimodality monitoring platform and the value and impact of time sychronized multimodal data.

    CURRENTS: Dr Jacob Yakoby

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 18:51


    The pandemic has finally been declared ‘over,' though COVID-19 continues to linger. The phenomenon of burnout has been well documented pre-pandemic, in many cases due to understaffing. This was exacerbated by the severe strain of COVID-19 placed on the healthcare system, with nurses leaving in droves post-pandemic. While nursing professional organizations and unions have long advocated for formalized standards around nurse staffing in a variety of care settings, there has traditionally been stiff opposition, particularly from hospitals, nursing homes, and certain healthcare associations. Dr Jordan Yakoby joins Dr Lauren Koffman to discuss nurse staffing - a public health crisis in the making.  Read Dr Yakoby's Currents article at https://currents.neurocriticalcare.org/Leading-Insights/Article/nurse-staffing-a-public-health-crisis-in-the-making. 

    PERSPECTIVES: Dr Nerissa Ko

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 53:48


    Dr. Ko is the Vice-Chair for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Department of Neurology at UCSF.  In this podcast, Dr Ko joins Dr Nick Morris to discuss her work in DEI, anti-racism, and the antidote to burnout.

    MASTER CLASS: Traumatic Brain Injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 32:07


    Hosted by Dr Stephan Mayer and Dr Jon Rosenberg, this week we discuss the management of traumatic brain injury with Lori Shutter, MD, FNCS, FCCM, Professor of Neurology at the University of Pittsburgh's School of Medicine. 

    PERSPECTIVES: Dr Morgan Prust & Dr Ismail Hassan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 31:59


    Leveraging pre-existing partnerships between NCS and colleagues at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital in Kano, Nigeria, in October 2023 we hosted a 2-day live ENLS training event for healthcare workers from across sub-Saharan Africa. Dr Morgan Prust and Dr Ismail Hassan join Dr Lauren Koffman to discuss the applicability and limitations of ENLS in sub-Saharan Africa. You can read the Currents article that accompanies this episode at https://currents.neurocriticalcare.org/NCS-News/Article/emergency-neurological-life-support-understanding-its-applicability-and-limitations-in-africa. 

    PERSPECTIVES: Dr Daniel Hanley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 74:25


    On this weeks' episode of Perspectives, Dr. Daniel Hanley, professor of neurology, neurosurgery, and anesthesiology/critical care medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, discusses the early days of neurocritical care at Johns Hopkins, the importance of family-centered care, and recent advances in the care of patients with intracerebral hemorrhage.

    PERSPECTIVES: Brian Gilbert & Katie Qualls

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 18:59


    The transition from alteplase (ALT) to tenecteplase (TNK) in the management of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) has been an exciting and thoroughly discussed topic within the neurocritical care community. Although debates on the clinical efficacy and safety of TNK for AIS have subsided somewhat in light of recently published data, what remains lacking is a clear “road map” for institutions on how to properly implement the transition in thrombolytics. Brian Gilbert, PharmD, and Katie Qualls, PharmD, join Dr Lauren Koffman to discuss the transition from ALT to TNK for AIS. You can read Brian and Katie's February 2023 article in Currents at https://currents.neurocriticalcare.org/Leading-Insights/Article/transitioning-alteplase-to-tenecteplase-for-acute. 

    PERSPECTIVES - Dr Matthew Fink

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 58:20


    In our final episode of 2023 our host Nick Morris is joined by Dr Matthew Fink, founding director of the Neurology-Neurosurgery Intensive Care Unit at New York Presbyterian Hospital.

    INSIGHTS - Meningitis Encephalitis

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 34:40


    Listen to the latest episode of NCS INSIGHTS series, this time on Meningitis Encephalitis. The INSIGHTS series is hosted by Casey Albin, MD and Salia Farrokh, PharmD, and covers different topics from Neurocritical Care ON CALL®, the only up-to-date, comprehensive resource to offer content exclusively dedicated to the practice of neurocritical care. Learn more about ON CALL®. This episode is sponsored by ceribell. Time is brain when it comes to seizures. Ceribell Point of Care EEG empowers the bedside team to detect or rule out seizure activity in minutes. To learn more, visit ceribell.com. The NCS Podcast is the official podcast of the Neurocritical Care Society.

    PERSPECTIVES: Dr Pravin George & Sidney Landis

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 21:59


    Join us as we follow up with Sidney Landis, who was previously featured as a Currents “Story of Hope” to hear more about her journey in recovering from a cerebral venous sinus thrombosis. The Story of Hope was written by Dr Pravin George, who was part of her neurocritical care team, and adds his perspective to hear care and journey. Hosted by Dr Lauren Koffman. You can read Dr George's article at https://currents.neurocriticalcare.org/Stories-of-Hope/Article/story-of-hope-sidneys-triumph-over-stroke.

    INSIGHTS - Pediatric Emergencies

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 41:04


    Listen to the latest episode of NCS INSIGHTS series, this time on Pediatric Emergencies with Dr Agnes Kielian (Boston Children's Hospital) and Dr Nikki Miller Ferguson (Children's Hospital of Richmond @ VCU). The INSIGHTS series is hosted by Casey Albin, MD and Salia Farrokh, PharmD, and covers different topics from Neurocritical Care ON CALL®, the only up-to-date, comprehensive resource to offer content exclusively dedicated to the practice of neurocritical care. Learn more about ON CALL®. This episode is sponsored by ceribell. Time is brain when it comes to seizures. Ceribell Point of Care EEG empowers the bedside team to detect or rule out seizure activity in minutes. To learn more, visit ceribell.com. The NCS Podcast is the official podcast of the Neurocritical Care Society.

    MASTER CLASS: Surgical Management of ICH

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 29:04


    Today we welcome Dr Christopher Kellner, Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine and pioneer in the surgical management of ICH. We discuss the evolution of surgical ICH management, including minimally invasive surgery, and hear Dr Kellner's thoughts on the future of the field. Hosted by Dr Stephan Mayer and Dr Jon Rosenberg. 

    INSIGHTS - Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Pt2.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 16:59


    Listen to the latest episode of NCS INSIGHTS series, this time on Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (part 2 of 2). The INSIGHTS series is hosted by Casey Albin, MD and Salia Farrokh, PharmD, and covers different topics from Neurocritical Care ON CALL®, the only up-to-date, comprehensive resource to offer content exclusively dedicated to the practice of neurocritical care. Learn more about ON CALL®. This episode is sponsored by ceribell. Time is brain when it comes to seizures. Ceribell Point of Care EEG empowers the bedside team to detect or rule out seizure activity in minutes. To learn more, visit ceribell.com. The NCS Podcast is the official podcast of the Neurocritical Care Society.

    HOT TOPICS: Pediatric and adult brain death/death by neurologic criteria consensus practice guideline

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 29:31


    Developed between the American Academy of Neurology, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Child Neurology Society, and the Society of Critical Care Medicine, and endorsed by the Neurocritical Care Society, this new guideline provides recommendations on the evaluation of brain death/death by neurologic criteria for both children and adults. In this episode of HOT TOPICS, Dr Alex Reynolds is joined by two of the guideline's co-authors Dr Ariene Lewis and Dr Matthew Kirschen to introduce the purpose and recommendations of the Consensus Guideline. Access the guideline at https://n.neurology.org/content/early/2023/09/13/WNL.0000000000207740. Read the AAN's press release at https://www.aan.com/PressRoom/Home/PressRelease/5119.

    HOT TOPICS: Pediatric and adult brain death/death by neurologic criteria consensus practice guideline

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 31:27


    Developed between the American Academy of Neurology, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Child Neurology Society, and the Society of Critical Care Medicine, and endorsed by the Neurocritical Care Society, this new guideline provides recommendations on the evaluation of brain death/death by neurologic criteria for both children and adults. In this episode of HOT TOPICS, Dr Alex Reynolds is joined by two of the guideline's co-authors Dr Ariene Lewis and Dr Matthew Kirschen to introduce the purpose and recommendations of the Consensus Guideline. Access the guideline at https://n.neurology.org/content/early/2023/09/13/WNL.0000000000207740. Read the AAN's press release at https://www.aan.com/PressRoom/Home/PressRelease/5119.

    INSIGHTS - Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Pt1.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 20:00


    Listen to the latest episode of NCS' INSIGHTS series on Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (part 1 of 2) The INSIGHTS series is hosted by Casey Albin, MD and Salia Farrokh, PharmD, and covers different topics from Neurocritical Care ON CALL®, the only up-to-date, comprehensive resource to offer content exclusively dedicated to the practice of neurocritical care. Learn more about ON CALL®. This episode is sponsored by Biogen. Science that transforms patient lives. Science that seeks to solve societal problems. Science that acts with purpose. Science that is inspired by the diversity and passion of our people. Discover where science meets humanity at Biogen. The NCS Podcast is the official podcast of the Neurocritical Care Society.

    HOT TOPICS: Nicardipine versus Clevidipine

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 40:08


    The efficacy of Nicardipine versus Clevidipine in treating neurocritical care patients is an ongoing debate which strongly divides opinion; and so in this week's episode, Dr Alex Reynolds is joined by Colleen Bond, PharmD, and Andy Webb, PharmD, who from a pharmacy standpoint help us to navigate the debate and further our understanding of the pros and cons of each agent.

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