# Neurology * **Definition:** The branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. * **Taxonomy:** Specialties / Neurology ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Neurology**, for healthcare technology leaders * 12.9K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/20/2025 | [**Siddharth Srivastava - The Lancet Neurology**](https://www.thelancet.com/journals/laneur/article/PIIS1474-4422(25)00169-3/fulltext?rss=yes) | [[The Lancet]] | | 5/14/2025 | [**Renovaro Launches Augusta, an AI-Powered Precision Neurology Platform - Yahoo Finance**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/renovaro-launches-augusta-ai-powered-131500893.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 5/8/2025 | [**OMNY Health Enriches Real-World Data Ecosystem with Over 300 New Clinical Assessment Measures**](https://hitconsultant.net/2025/05/08/omny-health-enriches-rwd-ecosystem/) | [[HIT Consultant]] | | 5/8/2025 | [**Program Trains Neurology Residents in Guideline Development**](https://www.physiciansweekly.com/program-trains-neurology-residents-in-guideline-development/) | [[Physicians Weekly]] | | 4/15/2025 | [**Hyperfine Enrolls Initial Patients in NEURO PMR Study to Evaluate Use of AI-Powered ...**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/hyperfine-enrolls-initial-patients-neuro-200000494.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 4/9/2025 | [**AAN 2025: Precision Medicine and Pharmacogenomics in Neurological Care**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/aan-2025-precision-medicine-and-pharmacogenomics-in-neurological-care) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 4/7/2025 | [**AAN 2025: Enhanced Care, Economic Value Tied to Specialty Pharmacist Integration in Neurology Clinics**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/aan-2025-enhanced-care-economic-value-tied-to-specialty-pharmacist-integration-in-neurology-clinics) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 3/12/2025 | [**Enhancing Palliative Care Education in Child Neurology Training**](https://www.physiciansweekly.com/enhancing-palliative-care-education-in-child-neurology-training/) | [[Physicians Weekly]] | | 3/11/2025 | [**Equipping Healthcare Professionals for the AI-Powered Healthcare Revolution: Lessons ... - Medium**](https://medium.com/@alexglee/equipping-healthcare-professionals-for-the-ai-powered-healthcare-revolution-lessons-from-harvard-e8f83dd3df8b) | [[Medium]] | | 2/27/2025 | [**Largest Neurology Practice in the Nation Selects healow Genie, AI-Powered Contact Center Solution to Transform Patient Experience**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/largest-neurology-practice-nation-selects-150000612.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 2/13/2025 | [**Systemic racism may play a role in genetic testing disparities, study suggests**](https://www.news-medical.net/news/20250213/Systemic-racism-may-play-a-role-in-genetic-testing-disparities-study-suggests.aspx) | [[News Medical Net]] | | 2/13/2025 | [**Remote Patient Monitoring Market to Hit USD 56.94 Billion by 2030 with 12.7AGR - MarketsandMarkets™**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/remote-patient-monitoring-market-to-hit-usd-56-94-billion-by-2030-with-12-7-cagr--marketsandmarkets-302375648.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 1/31/2025 | [**Interventional Neurology Market , Key Technologies, Applications, and Regional Outlook till 2034**](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/interventional-neurology-market-key-technologies-applications-dips-p-o5z4f) | [[Linkedin]] | | 11/25/2024 | [**Neurology Clinical Trials Market Size Is Expected To Reach a Revenue Of USD 9,231.1 Mn By 2033, at 5.8AGR: Dimension Market Research**](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/11/25/2986785/0/en/Neurology-Clinical-Trials-Market-Size-Is-Expected-To-Reach-a-Revenue-Of-USD-9-231-1-Mn-By-2033-at-5-8-CAGR-Dimension-Market-Research.html) | [[Globe Newswire]] | | 11/14/2024 | [**New study emphasizes the importance of arts and humanities in neurology training**](https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-11-emphasizes-importance-arts-humanities-neurology.html) | [[MedicalXpress]] | | 11/6/2024 | [**C-Path announces important leadership appointments in neurology and Alzheimer's research**](https://www.news-medical.net/news/20241107/C-Path-announces-important-leadership-appointments-in-neurology-and-Alzheimers-research.aspx) | [[News Medical Net]] | | 10/8/2024 | [**Sevaro Partners with Rosman Search to Elevate Neurology Services in Hospitals Nationwide**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sevaro-partners-rosman-search-elevate-140000249.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 10/8/2024 | [**Sevaro Partners with Rosman Search to Elevate Neurology Services in Hospitals Nationwide**](https://www.morningstar.com/news/globe-newswire/9251138/sevaro-partners-with-rosman-search-to-elevate-neurology-services-in-hospitals-nationwide) | [[Morningstar]] | | 9/23/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2823929) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 9/2/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2823031) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 8/26/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2822727) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 8/12/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2822114) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 8/12/2024 | [**Audio Highlights**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2822137) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 8/6/2024 | [**FDA releases roster of digital health advisory committee, chaired by American College of Cardiology innovation officer**](https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/digital-health/fda-releases-roster-digital-health-advisory-committee-chaired-american-college) | [[FierceHealthcare]] | | 6/24/2024 | [**Study examines acceptability of teleneurology across neurological conditions**](https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-06-teleneurology-neurological-conditions.html) | [[MedicalXpress]] | ## Specialty Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **First Choice Neurology**: Florida's largest neurology center, implementing AI solutions to enhance patient engagement and streamline operations. - **American Academy of Neurology (AAN)**: An organization providing educational resources and updates on neurology practices. - **NeuroNet**: A network representing over 1,000 neurology providers, partnering with Jaan Health to enhance chronic care management. - **Dr. Suzanne C. Crandall**: A recognized neurologist specializing in various neurological conditions and advancing neurology care and education. - **World Federation of Neurology (WFN)**: An organization focused on promoting brain health and awareness of neurological disorders globally. - **Neurology Consultants of Dallas (NCD)**: A healthcare provider collaborating with Firefly to enhance patient management protocols using BNA technology. - **NeuroSense Therapeutics**: A biotechnology company focused on neurodegenerative diseases, developing therapies like PrimeC for ALS. - **NeuroKaire**: A biotechnology company focused on precision medicine in psychiatry and neurology, offering pharmacogenetic assays to customize treatment plans. - **Damian Fiore, PharmD**: Vice President of US Medical Affairs Neurology at Lundbeck, with extensive experience in drug development related to neurology. - **Dr. Said M. Ibrahimi**: A leading neurologist with extensive experience in general neurology, stroke, brain injury medicine, and neurodiagnostics, recognized for his contributions in the field. - **Actio Biosciences**: A biotechnology company focused on developing innovative treatments for neurological disorders, particularly in pediatric neurology. - **Abbott Laboratories**: A key player in the neuromodulation market, focusing on innovative treatments for neurological conditions. - **Dr. Martin L. Kutscher**: A pediatric neurologist with over 25 years of experience in diagnosing and treating neurobehavioral disorders. - **Dr. Amaal Starling**: Associate Professor of Neurology at Mayo Clinic, involved in headache medicine and advocacy. - **Diane Stephenson, Ph.D.**: Vice President of Neurology at C-Path, with over 30 years of experience in neuroscience and drug development. - **Medtronic Plc**: A leading player in the neuromodulation market, providing advanced medical technologies for neurological conditions. - **Environmental Neurology Specialty Group (ENSG)**: A group established by the World Federation of Neurology to research environmental risk factors affecting neurodegenerative disorders. - **Baylor Genetics**: Offers genetic testing for neurological disorders and partners with organizations to improve access to testing. - **Boston Scientific Corp.**: A major company in the neuromodulation market, developing devices for neurological disorders. - **Firefly Neuroscience, Inc.**: A company specializing in Brain Network Analytics (BNA) technology for early detection and management of cognitive decline. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **Baylor Genetics and Child Neurology Society**: Collaborating to enhance access to genetic testing for children with neurological disorders. - **NeuroSense Therapeutics and Scientific Advisory Board**: Engaging experts to present clinical data on ALS therapies at major neurology meetings. - **PlatformQ Health**: Established the Medlive Advisory Board with experts in neurology to enhance medical education. - **NeuroKaire and Pharmaceutical Companies**: NeuroKaire aims to foster partnerships with pharmaceutical companies to drive innovation in drug discovery. - **Jaan Health and NeuroNet**: This partnership aims to enhance chronic care management in neurology practices through the Phamily platform. - **Firefly Neuroscience and NCD**: A strategic partnership aimed at integrating BNA technology into NCD's patient management protocols to improve cognitive health outcomes. - **Renovaro Biosciences and BioSymetrics**: Merger aimed at enhancing AI-driven drug development in neurology. - **C-Path Initiatives**: Focus on collaborative approaches for drug development in neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. - **St. Jude Lab and PreCheck Health Services**: Hosting a webinar to educate healthcare providers on advancements in genetic testing relevant to neurology. - **Sangamo and Genentech**: A partnership focusing on neurology, valued at nearly $2 billion, to develop therapies targeting tau proteins. - **MVHC and AndHealth**: A partnership to provide Whole-Person Specialty Care and specialty pharmacy services in rural Ohio, addressing access to neurology care. - **Sevaro and Rosman Search**: A strategic partnership to improve virtual neurology services and staffing solutions for hospitals. - **Portal Innovations and the University of Chicago**: Partnership to open a new science incubator to support early-stage companies in various fields, including neurology. - **UTHealth Houston Project**: Funded by $2.9 million from the NIH, this project aims to improve neurological outcomes for underserved populations through community-engaged research. - **First Choice Neurology and eClinicalWorks**: Collaboration to implement healow Genie, an AI-powered contact center solution to manage patient inquiries and improve engagement. - **CBC Group and Mubadala Investment Company**: Collaborated on the acquisition of UCB's neurology and allergy business in China, aiming to establish a market-leading neurology company. - **Avania and Anagram**: Avania acquired Anagram, enhancing its clinical research capabilities in neurology and other therapeutic areas. - **FDA's Digital Health Advisory Committee**: The FDA formed a committee to discuss the implications of generative AI in medical devices, including neurology applications. - **Viz.ai and Softek Illuminate, Inc.**: An expanded partnership to enhance AI-powered disease detection and care coordination for patients with cerebral aneurysms. - **Zeto and Firefly Neuroscience**: A partnership to enhance the distribution of Zeto's EEG headsets and integrate Firefly's analytics technology. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Teleneurology**: Increasing acceptance among patients, including older demographics, for remote consultations in managing neurological conditions. - **Focus on Preventive Care**: There is a growing emphasis in neurology to shift from disease-centered metrics to preventive care and lifelong brain health. - **Neuromodulation Market Growth**: Projected growth driven by an aging population and increased investments in neurology research. - **Next-Generation Sequencing**: Advancements in genetic testing are enabling personalized treatment approaches in neurology. - **Telemedicine Resources**: The American Academy of Neurology is enhancing telemedicine resources to improve access to neurological care. - **AI in Neurology**: Artificial intelligence is transforming diagnosis and treatment in neurology, with applications in stroke care and personalized medicine. - **Telemedicine Growth**: The telemedicine market is projected to grow significantly, improving access to neurological care. - **AI in Precision Medicine**: The neurology segment is projected to experience significant growth due to rising prevalence of neurological disorders and advancements in AI technologies for drug discovery. - **Machine Learning for FND**: A study using machine learning to differentiate brain structures in functional neurological disorder patients. - **AI in Medical Diagnostics**: The market is expected to grow significantly, with machine learning leading the technology segment, enhancing diagnostic accuracy in neurology. - **Environmental Neurology**: The ENSG emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration to address the neurological impacts of climate change. - **Hereditary Genetic Testing**: Technological advancements in genetic testing are enabling personalized treatment plans in neurology, contributing to market growth. - **Openwater's Technology**: Combines high-resolution infrared imaging, precision-tuned ultrasound, and targeted electromagnetic fields for enhanced visualization and treatment in neurology. - **Pharmacogenetic Assays**: NeuroKaire's comprehensive pharmacogenetic assay analyzes genetic variants to customize treatment for mental health and neurological diseases. - **Advanced Practice Provider Models**: Enhancing patient care by addressing access and equity in neurology through tailored services. - **World Brain Day 2024**: Focusing on 'Brain Health and Prevention' to raise awareness about neurological disorders and promote early detection. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Shortage of Neurology Professionals**: Projected decline in the number of neurologists in the U.S. raises concerns about meeting the growing demand for care. - **Access to Neurological Care**: Patients often face long wait times to see neurologists, highlighting the need for improved access and referral strategies. - **Workforce Shortages**: Europe faces significant shortages in general neurology, impacting patient care and highlighting the need for better support for neurologists. - **Pharmaceutical Investment Dissatisfaction**: Neurology patient groups express concerns over insufficient investment in treatments for nervous system disorders, particularly in dementia and neuromuscular conditions. - **Access to Neurology Care**: There are significant challenges in accessing specialty care, particularly in rural areas, necessitating innovative solutions. - **Health Disparities**: Disparities in diagnosis and treatment access for minority groups in neurology highlight the need for equitable healthcare solutions. - **Financial Burden on Patients**: Out-of-pocket expenses for branded drugs treating neurological diseases are increasing, creating financial strain on patients. - **Dementia Risks**: Long-term use of certain cardiovascular drugs has been linked to dementia, raising concerns about medication management in neurology. - **Algorithmic Bias and Data Security**: Challenges in AI integration in neurology, including ethical considerations and the need for secure data handling. - **Data Privacy in Neurotechnology**: Concerns regarding the protection of neural data privacy as wearable neurotechnologies develop. - **Shortage of Pediatric Neurologists in Ukraine**: The ongoing conflict has led to a significant decrease in pediatric neurologists, impacting care for children with neurological conditions. - **Climate Change Impact**: Research indicates that climate change exacerbates neurological conditions, raising concerns about public health. - **AI Integration**: While AI presents opportunities for advancements in neurology, there are concerns regarding data privacy and the accuracy of AI-driven diagnostics. - **Racial Disparities in Genetic Testing**: A study found that Black children with neurologic disorders are less likely to complete genetic testing compared to White children, highlighting systemic barriers. - **Insurance Denials for Genetic Testing**: Public insurance linked to lower likelihood of completing genetic tests for neurologic disorders, indicating broader issues in healthcare access. - **Systemic Inequities in Genetic Testing**: Disparities in completion rates of genetic testing for neurological conditions between Black and white children due to insurance denials. - **Cognitive-Motor Dissociation**: Challenges in assessing consciousness in unresponsive brain injury patients highlight the need for better evaluation methods. - **Health Disparities in LGBTQ+ Populations**: Research highlighting the increased risk of adverse brain health outcomes among LGBTQ+ individuals, necessitating inclusive care. - **High Costs of Neuromodulation Devices**: Challenges in market growth due to the high costs associated with neuromodulation technologies. - **Social Determinants of Health**: Factors such as race, neighborhood, and insurance status may influence treatment accessibility for stroke patients. ## Related Topics [[Neurotology]]; [[Child Neurology]]; [[Clinical Neurophysiology]]; [[Neuro-Ophthalmology]]; [[Neurosurgery]]; [[Vascular Neurology]]; [[Neuropathology]]; [[Neurocritical Care]]; [[Neuroradiology]]