Encephalopedia: A UAMS Neurology Podcast

Welcome to the official UAMS Neurology Podcast, hosted by Dr. Alqtishat and Dr. Hani. This bimonthly series brings neurology to life through engaging, case-based discussions and focused topic reviews designed to strengthen clinical reasoning and deepen understanding. 

Each episode explores common and complex neurological diseases, integrating real-world cases with evidence-based updates from the latest literature. We also feature guest speakers from neurology and related specialties to provide multidisciplinary perspectives, practical insights, and guidance on shared decision-making in patient care. 

The audience of this podcast is medical students and residents whether in neurology or a different specialty. Expect our episodes on the first and third Tuesday of every month.  

Episodes

Apr 7, 2026

23 min

In this episode, the hosts discuss how to troubleshoot common issues seen in Parkinson's disease in the the outpatient setting with Dr. Vikram Boddu, a movement disorder neurologist. 
 
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended solely as an education tool for learners, especially neurology resident. The content should not be interpreted as medical advice.

Mar 17, 2026

11 min

In this episode, the hosts and the guest speaker Dr. Krishna Nalleballe will discuss 2026 Guideline for the Early Management of Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Guideline from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association with a focus on what is new compared to the last update of 2019. 
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended solely as an education tool for learners, especially neurology resident. The content should not be interpreted as medical advice.
 

Mar 3, 2026

17 min

In today’s episode, the hosts will discuss a case about a 69-year-old man with neurogenic orthostatic hypotension, who later gets diagnosed with paraneoplastic autoimmune ganglionopathy. The case discussion will include navigating the differential diagnosis list for autonomic dysfunction and the management of orthostatic hypotension, briefly touching on neurogenic supine hypertension as well.
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended solely as an education tool for learners, especially neurology resident. The content should not be interpreted as medical advice.

Mar 2, 2026

1 min

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