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The goal of our “Ask the Expert” podcast series is to share the latest research and information on rare neuroimmune disorders and provide an avenue for individuals diagnosed with these disorders and their family members to ask questions to experts who specialize in these disorders. The podcasts are moderated based on questions submitted by our community. We would like to hear from you. If there are topics that you would like us to address in our podcasts, you can share your thoughts by sending an email to info@wearesrna.org and please use SRNA Podcast in the subject.

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The goal of our “Ask the Expert” podcast series is to share the latest research and information on rare neuroimmune disorders and provide an avenue for individuals diagnosed with these disorders and their family members to ask questions to experts who specialize in these disorders. The podcasts are moderated based on questions submitted by our community. We would like to hear from you. If there are topics that you would like us to address in our podcasts, you can share your thoughts by sending an email to info@wearesrna.org and please use SRNA Podcast in the subject.

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Episodes

1103. Community Spotlight - Melanie Flood

3/14/2023
The “Community Spotlight” edition of the “Ask the Expert” podcast series shares the stories of our community members. For this episode, Melanie Flood joined Krissy Dilger of SRNA to talk about her experience with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) with Sjögren's syndrome. They discussed her initial symptoms and diagnosis, treatments, rehabilitation, and life today.

Duration:00:56:15

1103. Community Spotlight - Melanie Flood

3/6/2023
The Community Spotlight edition of the “Ask the Expert” podcast series shares the stories of our community members. For this episode, Melanie Flood joined Krissy Dilger of SRNA to talk about her experience with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) with Sjögren's syndrome. They discussed her initial symptoms and diagnosis, treatments, rehabilitation, and life today.

Duration:00:52:19

1102. COVID-19 and the Risk of CNS Demyelinating Diseases

2/20/2023
For this episode of “Ask the Expert: Research Edition,” Rebecca Whitney of SRNA was joined by Dr. Michael Levy. Dr. Levy gave a brief overview of one of his recent papers with colleagues that was featured in Frontiers in Neurology, “COVID-19 and the risk of CNS demyelinating diseases: A systematic review.” For this paper, the authors reviewed literature published in English on different platforms around the world where the diagnosis was confirmed usually with aquaporin-4 or MOG antibody...

Duration:00:08:18

1101. What do we know about holistic therapies to manage symptoms of rare neuroimmune disorders?

1/30/2023
Krissy Dilger of SRNA was joined by Megan Weigel, DNP, 200RYT for an “Ask the Expert” podcast titled “What do we know about holistic therapies to manage symptoms of rare neuroimmune disorders?” Megan began by introducing holistic therapies and integrative medicine. Next, she explained where medical providers can locate information regarding supplements, their interactions with medication, and evidence in medical publications. She described how holistic therapies such as nutrition,...

Duration:00:42:47

1011. Health Disparities and Rare Neuroimmune Disorders

9/15/2022
Krissy Dilger of SRNA was joined by Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams for an “Ask the Expert” podcast on "Health Disparities and Rare Neuroimmune Disorders.” Dr. Williams began by defining health disparities, individual health, and population health. Next, she explained the importance of social determinants of health. She discussed the ways in which economic, social, and environmental factors impact health and how marginalized populations are traditionally most impacted by disparities. Finally, Dr....

Duration:00:17:46

1010. Immunology of Rare Neuroimmune Disorders Part 3

8/29/2022
Dr. GG deFiebre of SRNA was joined by Dr. Benjamin Greenberg for an “Ask the Expert” podcast episode titled, “Immunology of Rare Neuroimmune Disorders Part 3.” Dr. Greenberg began by explaining repair versus recovery in the spinal cord, the brain, and the optic nerves. He discussed how the body naturally remakes myelin and current research on astrocytic scars. He also summarized how an MRI may not correlate with how much function returns. Finally, Dr. Greenberg provided information on...

Duration:00:17:57

1009. Air Travel with a Disability: Blind and Guide Dog Travel

8/26/2022
Dr. GG deFiebre of SRNA was joined by Andrea Mitchell of the MOG Project for an “Ask the Expert” podcast on "Air Travel with a Disability: Blind and Guide Dog Travel." Andrea began by providing suggestions on how to prepare for a trip and notify an airline about travel with a guide dog. She detailed how to maneuver through security while never separating from the dog, the rights of passengers who have disabilities through the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA), and resources available from TSA...

Duration:00:22:51

Bonus Track | COVID-19 Vaccines Part VII with Dr. Greenberg

8/22/2022
In Part 7 of our Q&A series, Dr. Benjamin M. Greenberg, member of SRNA’s Board of Directors and SRNA’s Medical and Scientific Council, discussed COVID-19 vaccinations and the implications for those with rare neuroimmune disorders.

Duration:00:25:23

1008. An Update on Poliomyelitis

8/11/2022
Dr. GG deFiebre of SRNA was joined by Drs. Amy Rosenfeld, Sarah Hopkins, and Katie Lockwood for an Ask the Expert podcast episode titled “An Update on Poliomyelitis.” The experts began by providing an overview of poliovirus and how it causes poliomyelitis. They also discussed the major symptoms of poliomyelitis, the two types of poliovirus vaccines, and how poliomyelitis differs from acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) and transverse myelitis (TM). Finally, the experts gave general recommendations...

Duration:00:39:36

1007. Immunology of Rare Neuroimmune Disorders Part 2

7/18/2022
Krissy Dilger of SRNA hosted this Ask the Expert podcast on "Immunology of Rare Neuroimmune Disorders Part 2" with experts Dr. Alex Simpson and Dr. Paula Barreras. The experts provided information on how the immune system interacts with the neurological system to cause rare neuroimmune disorders. They described each of these conditions and how different treatments impact the immune system. Finally, the experts talked about long-term issues related to immune-mediated diseases, including...

Duration:00:44:07

1006. Immunology of Rare Neuroimmune Disorders Part 1

6/16/2022
Dr. GG deFiebre of SRNA was joined by Dr. Philippe-Antoine Bilodeau and Dr. Anastasia Vishnevetsky for the first episode in a four part “Ask the Expert” podcast series on “Immunology of Rare Neuroimmune Disorders.” The experts began by discussing innate and acquired immunity, immune cells, and antibodies. They explained the interrelatedness and interactions between different aspects of the immune system and the nervous system. They also gave a detailed overview of how several medications...

Duration:00:59:30

1005. Community Spotlight - Ben Harris

6/6/2022
The Community Spotlight edition of the “Ask the Expert” podcast series shares the stories of our community members. For this episode, Ben Harris joined Dr. GG deFiebre of SRNA to talk about his experience with transverse myelitis (TM) as a result of neuroinvasive West Nile virus. They discussed his symptoms and diagnosis, rehabilitation, view of the healthcare system, and philosophy for day-to-day life.

Duration:00:30:30

1004. Community Spotlight - Paul Garrett

5/21/2022
The Community Spotlight edition of the "Ask the Expert" podcast series shares the stories of our community members. For this episode, a Peer Connect volunteer, Paul Garrett, joined Lydia Dubose of SRNA to talk about his experience with transverse myelitis (TM). They discussed his initial symptoms and diagnosis, treatments, rehabilitation, pain management, and life today.

Duration:00:45:31

1003. Managing Spasticity with a Baclofen Pump

3/21/2022
Dr. GG deFiebre of SRNA was joined by Dr. Miguel Escalón for an Ask the Expert podcast on "Managing Spasticity with a Baclofen Pump." Dr. Escalón began by giving an overview of spasticity, tone, and treatment options. He explained how the baclofen pump works, its advantages, and the impact on neurogenic bladder and bowel function. Next, Dr. Escalón described the initial surgical procedure, recovery process, and potential risks. Finally, he discussed long-term operation and maintenance, as...

Duration:00:48:33

1002. The Future of Diagnosing Transverse Myelitis

2/21/2022
For this episode of our Ask the Expert podcast series, "The Future of Diagnosing Transverse Myelitis," Dr. GG deFiebre of SRNA was joined by Drs. Kyle Blackburn, Stacey Clardy, Eoin P. Flanagan, Benjamin Greenberg, Michael Levy, and Carlos Pardo-Villamizar. Dr. Carlos Pardo-Villamizar began by explaining the history of transverse myelitis. The experts then talked about criteria for TM published in 2002 and how the diagnostic process has changed in the past 20 years. They discussed the...

Duration:00:58:42

1001. Study of Transverse Myelitis in Veterans Health Administration Records

2/14/2022
GG deFiebre of SRNA is joined by Drs. Jonathan Galli, Michael Sweeney, and Justin Abbatemarco for an Ask the Expert: Research Edition podcast on the "Study of Transverse Myelitis in Veterans Health Administration Records." The experts begin by explaining the purpose of this research. They also talk about methods they used to conduct this research and the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The major findings are described, as well as how these compare to previous studies. Finally, the experts...

Duration:00:27:55

913. Avoiding a Misdiagnosis: Understanding the Differences Between MOGAD, MS, and NMOSD

1/12/2022
GG deFiebre, PhD of SRNA was joined by Drs. Geoffrey Eubank and Michael Levy for an Ask the Expert podcast on "Avoiding a Misdiagnosis: Understanding the Differences Between MOGAD, MS, and NMOSD." The experts begin by providing an overview of MOG antibody disease, multiple sclerosis, and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder, including the similarities and differences between the disorders. They explain how each of the diagnoses are made, the potential consequences of misdiagnosis, and why...

Duration:00:48:30

912. MOG Antibody Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines

12/7/2021
SRNA's Krissy Dilger was joined by Drs. Eoin Flanagan and Rohini Samudralwar for an Ask the Expert podcast on "MOG Antibody Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines." The experts gave an overview of the diagnostic tests used for MOGAD and how it is differentiated from other demyelinating conditions. They explain the acute treatments used following an attack, as well as guidelines for ongoing preventative therapies. Finally, the experts discuss research into MOGAD and future considerations...

Duration:00:55:33

911. Temperature Sensitivity and Rare Neuroimmune Disorders

11/3/2021
Krissy Dilger of SRNA was joined by Dr. Gretchen Hawley for an Ask the Expert podcast on "Temperature Sensitivity and Rare Neuroimmune Disorders." Dr. Gretchen began by explaining why people with rare neuroimmune disorders may experience heat and cold sensitivity. She discussed how temperature regulation plays a role and the effects it can cause on someone with a rare neuroimmune disorder. Finally, Dr. Gretchen provided various treatment options and coping mechanisms for temperature...

Duration:00:26:59

910. Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis: Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines

10/21/2021
Krissy Dilger of SRNA was joined by Dr. Farrah Mateen and Dr. Cindy Wang for an Ask the Expert Podcast on "Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM): Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines." The experts begin by providing an overview of ADEM, including a brief definition, signs and symptoms in the acute phase, and potential causes. The physicians then discuss diagnostic tests and how other disorders are ruled out. They talk about acute treatments and long-term care for people with ADEM....

Duration:00:51:05

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