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The CortiCare Podcast

The CortiCare Podcast

by CortiCare

Health & Fitness

Season 2

Inside ASET Education with Director of Education Maureen Carroll

How can neurodiagnostic professionals make the most of the educational resources available to them? Recorded live at ASET 2026, Brad Beauchamp sits down with Maureen Carroll, Director of Education at ASET, to talk about the many ways ASET supports education and career development across the neurodiagnostic community. They discuss resources for board preparation and CEUs, ASET’s EEG, LTM, IONM, and NCS curricula, support for students and educators, career pathways, and the work being done to build the next generation of qualified neurodiagnostic technologists. Whether you’re a student, working technologist, educator, or simply looking for ways to advance your career, this episode offers a closer look at the resources available to help you grow. 🎙️ Watch or listen to the full episode of The CortiCare Podcast: https://linktr.ee/CortiCare 🔔 Subscribe to The CortiCare Podcast for more conversations with leaders across EEG, epilepsy, and neurodiagnostics. #ASET #Neurodiagnostics #EEG #EEGTech #CortiCarePodcast

The Future of POLG Is Bigger Than One Breakthrough

The future of POLG is being written today. In this episode of The CortiCare Podcast, Dr. Amy Goldstein and Dr. Mary Kay Koenig explore the next generation of POLG research and why the future is more promising than ever before. They discuss: • Emerging targeted therapies entering clinical trials • The potential of gene therapy • The creation of the POLG Crisis Response Team • New physician resources designed to improve hospital care • How global collaboration is accelerating research and improving outcomes for patients As researchers, clinicians, advocacy organizations, and families work together, the field is moving toward standardized care, better treatments, and renewed hope for those living with POLG-related disorders. Whether you're a neurologist, geneticist, healthcare professional, caregiver, or someone impacted by POLG, this conversation offers an inside look at where the field is headed. Watch the newest episode here: https://linktr.ee/CortiCare #POLG #MitochondrialDisease #RareDisease #Neurology #GeneTherapy #ClinicalResearch #TheCortiCarePodcast

Recognizing POLG: Clues, Challenges, and Diagnosis

A hospital admission can be a turning point for a patient with POLG, but only if the diagnosis is right. In this episode of The CortiCare Podcast, Dr. Amy Goldstein and Dr. Mary Kay Koenig take a closer look at what happens when someone with POLG is hospitalized. From the symptoms that bring patients to the hospital and the complications that can arise during their stay, to the challenges of diagnosis and treatment, they share insights that can have a profound impact on patient care. The conversation explores what a typical hospital course may look like, how POLG is diagnosed, and why certain treatments can be beneficial while others may unintentionally cause harm. They also discuss the importance of recognizing POLG early and how the right diagnosis can help clinicians and families make informed decisions moving forward. Whether you're a clinician, caregiver, or simply interested in rare neurological and mitochondrial disorders, this episode offers valuable perspective on one of the most complex patient journeys in medicine. Interested in what else CortiCare has to offer? Email marketing@corticare.com or click here - https://linktr.ee/CortiCare - to learn more! 00:00 Intro 1:25 Premise: Hypothetical Case Study 2:25 Interpreting seizure activity by age 5:50 When to consider genetic testing 7:36 Limitations by geography 9:33 Types of genetic testing 10:38 Hospital-specific considerations for genetic testing 12:20 Genetic testing explained 14:50 Role of insurance and regulations in genetic testing 21:48 Hypothetical case study, continued 29:08 Misconceptions about palliative care 34:07 Palliative care in PolG 37:21 Nutrition’s role 38:27 PolG in adults 41:25 Identifying PolG in outpatients 45:18 Available therapies 50:14 Expanded Access Programs 53:08 Pretzel Therapeutics

POLG 101: What Patients, Families, and Clinicians Should Know

POLG is often called a rare disease, but for the families living with it, the impact is life-changing. In this episode of The CortiCare Podcast, Dr. Amy Goldstein and Dr. Mary Kay Koenig discuss how POLG affects the body's ability to produce energy, why symptoms can appear at any age, and what patients, caregivers, and clinicians should know about this complex mitochondrial disorder. At CortiCare, we know how important timely neurological insight can be for patients with rare and complex conditions. Through EEG monitoring and interpretation services, we help providers gather the information needed to support diagnosis, treatment decisions, and ongoing care. Listen to The CortiCare Podcast on: - YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbc8iIZezPT89aRJzx8UJVTSPhXMUMMtd&si=0AyqOazngiWuCwx1 - Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-corticare-podcast/id1769209300 - iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-corticare-podcast-219417392/ - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j0xF3Ss554mtH1A1bfcPp?si=306448c2a70d42e5 - RSS Feeds: ⁠https://rss.com/podcasts/the-corticare-podcast/ #POLG #MitochondrialDisease #RareDisease #Epilepsy #Neurology #EEG #Neurodiagnostics #PatientCare #TheCortiCarePodcast

Finding Joy in the Suffering - A Family’s Fight for Seizure Freedom

When you’re in survival mode, asking for help can feel harder than trying to carry everything yourself. In this episode of The CortiCare Podcast, Ty and Lisa O’Connor share their family’s journey through Charlie’s rare diagnosis, epilepsy, hospital stays, and the realities of navigating complex medical care. One of Lisa’s biggest takeaways for families walking a similar path: let people in. Allow your community to support you. Accept the meals, the check-ins, the help. You were never meant to carry every piece of the journey by yourself. Want to follow more of Charlie’s journey? Check out his Instagram (@charlies.story) and join the community supporting him along the way. Listen to The CortiCare Podcast on: - YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbc8iIZezPT89aRJzx8UJVTSPhXMUMMtd&si=0AyqOazngiWuCwx1 - Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-corticare-podcast/id1769209300 - iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-corticare-podcast-219417392/ - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j0xF3Ss554mtH1A1bfcPp?si=306448c2a70d42e5 - RSS Feeds: ⁠https://rss.com/podcasts/the-corticare-podcast/

A Family’s Fight for Seizure Freedom

Some stories stay with you long after the conversation ends. In this episode of The CortiCare Podcast, Brad Beauchamp sits down with Ty, Lisa, and Charlie O’Connor to share the reality of navigating a rare genetic epilepsy diagnosis, years of seizures, hospital stays, clinical trials, surgeries, and the constant search for answers. Charlie is one of only a handful of children in the world living with a rare GABRA2 variant. His journey has included more than 30 medications, EEG monitoring, infantile spasms, ketogenic therapy, brain surgery, VNS therapy, and breakthrough moments that gave their family hope again. But this episode is about more than medicine. It is about advocacy. Community. Choosing joy in the middle of uncertainty. And what it means to keep moving forward even when there is no clear roadmap. The conversation also gives an honest look at the role EEG played throughout Charlie’s journey and how timely neurological insight helped shape critical decisions along the way. Watch now and hear a story of resilience, persistence, and hope from a family determined to keep fighting for their son. Be sure to follow Charlie and his story at his Instagram page! @charlies.story https://www.instagram.com/charlies.story?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Listen to The CortiCare Podcast on: - YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbc8iIZezPT89aRJzx8UJVTSPhXMUMMtd&si=0AyqOazngiWuCwx1 - Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-corticare-podcast/id1769209300 - iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-corticare-podcast-219417392/ - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j0xF3Ss554mtH1A1bfcPp?si=306448c2a70d42e5 - RSS Feeds: ⁠https://rss.com/podcasts/the-corticare-podcast/ #CortiCare #PatientStory #EpilepsyAwareness #Neurodiagnostics #Healthcare #TheCortiCarePodcast

GLP-1 Drugs and Alzheimer's Disease: What Recent Studies Found

Memory loss is not necessarily a normal part of aging. What do recent Alzheimer's Disease trials really mean for patients and families? In this episode of The CortiCare Podcast, Bradley Beauchamp, BS, R. EEG T, CLTM, sits down with Dr. Katherine Coerver to break down the latest research surrounding GLP-1 medications, anti-amyloid therapies, and where treatment innovation may be headed next. They discuss: • Why GLP-1 drugs created excitement in Alzheimer’s research • What recent clinical trials actually showed • FDA-approved therapies available today • Why early evaluation matters • Healthy brain habits everyone should start now Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:33 GLP-1 Studies 03:45 GLP-1 Results 07:09 Anti-Amyloid Trials 08:44 Anti-Amyloid Results 11:33 Comparisons to Other Treatments 13:37 Managing Expectations 15:21 Combination Therapy 17:58 Final Thoughts If you or someone you love has noticed changes in memory or cognition, this is a conversation worth your time. Watch now to understand what progress in Alzheimer’s care really looks like and what it means moving forward. 👉 Subscribe to The CortiCare Podcast for more conversations on clinical expertise, innovation, and the future of brain health. Questions or topic ideas? Reach out to CortiCare at marketing@corticare.com today! For more information about CortiCare, visit www.CortiCare.com. Listen to The CortiCare Podcast on: - YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbc8iIZezPT89aRJzx8UJVTSPhXMUMMtd&si=0AyqOazngiWuCwx1 - Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-corticare-podcast/id1769209300 - iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-corticare-podcast-219417392/ - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j0xF3Ss554mtH1A1bfcPp?si=306448c2a70d42e5 - RSS Feeds: ⁠https://rss.com/podcasts/the-corticare-podcast Disclaimer: This YouTube channel and videos are provided for educational and general informational purposes only and do not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing, treating, or making decisions regarding a health problem or disease, and those seeking medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. No physician-patient relationship is created by these videos, this channel, or its use. Neither Bradley Beauchamp or Dr. Katherine Coerver make any representations, expressed or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use. The use of or reliance on any information contained in these videos is solely at your own risk.

Why Purple Day Matters: Turning Awareness Into Action

What happens when a life-changing moment becomes a turning point instead of a setback? In this episode of The CortiCare Podcast, Brigid Baffico shares her powerful journey living with epilepsy, from experiencing her first seizure at 15 to becoming a passionate advocate for awareness and education. After a deeply public moment in high school, Brigid made a choice: stay silent or take control of her story. She chose to speak up. Now, through her work with the Anita Kaufman Foundation, she’s helping break stigmas, educate communities, and empower the next generation with knowledge that can truly save lives. We were proud to attend the 2026 Purple Day Expo, standing alongside this incredible community and continuing the conversation around awareness, access, and better patient outcomes. And of course, Reggie was there too! Reggie was inspired by our R.EEG Ts and conceived by our customer facing team, he serves as a reminder that real expertise should always be on, not just when it’s available. From classroom education to global initiatives like Purple Day, this conversation dives into: • The reality of living with epilepsy • Common misconceptions and how to challenge them • Why awareness is still so critical today • The power of community and advocacy This is more than a story...it’s a reminder that education changes outcomes. 👉 Subscribe to The CortiCare Podcast for more conversations on clinical expertise, innovation, and the future of brain health. Questions or topic ideas? Reach out to CortiCare at marketing@corticare.com today! For more information about CortiCare, visit www.CortiCare.com. Listen to The CortiCare Podcast on: - YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbc8iIZezPT89aRJzx8UJVTSPhXMUMMtd&si=0AyqOazngiWuCwx1 - Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-corticare-podcast/id1769209300 - iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-corticare-podcast-219417392/ - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j0xF3Ss554mtH1A1bfcPp?si=306448c2a70d42e5 - RSS Feeds: ⁠https://rss.com/podcasts/the-corticare-podcast Disclaimer: This YouTube channel and videos are provided for educational and general informational purposes only and do not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing, treating, or making decisions regarding a health problem or disease, and those seeking medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. No physician-patient relationship is created by these videos, this channel, or its use. Neither Bradley Beauchamp or Brigid Baffico make any representations, expressed or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use. The use of or reliance on any information contained in these videos is solely at your own risk.

How Clinical Trials Actually Work

Most people think clinical trials are risky, experimental, or a last resort. The reality is, they’re how every major medical breakthrough becomes possible. CortiCare has been a part of the thousands of EEGs associated with clinical trials. In this episode of The CortiCare Podcast, Dr. Katie Coerver breaks down the structure behind clinical trials, from observational studies to interventional research and Phase 1 through Phase 3 testing. This conversation goes beyond definitions. It gets into what patients are actually weighing when they consider participation, why placebo groups are necessary, and how success is measured in diseases, like Alzheimer’s, where slowing progression can be a major win. If you’ve ever wondered how new treatments are developed, tested, and brought to patients, this is the foundation. 👉 Subscribe to The CortiCare Podcast for more conversations on clinical expertise, innovation, and the future of brain health. Questions or topic ideas? Reach out to CortiCare at marketing@corticare.com today! For more information about CortiCare, visit www.CortiCare.com. Listen to The CortiCare Podcast on: - YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbc8iIZezPT89aRJzx8UJVTSPhXMUMMtd&si=0AyqOazngiWuCwx1 - Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-corticare-podcast/id1769209300 - iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-corticare-podcast-219417392/ - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j0xF3Ss554mtH1A1bfcPp?si=306448c2a70d42e5 - RSS Feeds: ⁠https://rss.com/podcasts/the-corticare-podcast Disclaimer: This YouTube channel and videos are provided for educational and general informational purposes only and do not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing, treating, or making decisions regarding a health problem or disease, and those seeking medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. No physician-patient relationship is created by these videos, this channel, or its use. Neither Bradley Beauchamp or Dr. Katherine Coerver make any representations, expressed or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use. The use of or reliance on any information contained in these videos is solely at your own risk. Keywords: clinical trials explained, what are clinical trials, phase 1 2 3 clinical trials, observational vs interventional trials, alzheimer’s clinical trials, neurology research, clinical research basics, how clinical trials work, placebo in clinical trials, clinical trial phases explained, behavioral neurology, alzheimer’s research, medical research explained, clinical trial participation, how to join a clinical trial, clinical trials for patients, drug development process, FDA approval process, neurodegenerative disease research, clinical trials podcast, The Corticare Podcast, EEG and clinical trials, clinical research education, patient perspective clinical trials, healthcare innovation research

When Does a Newborn Need an EEG? NICU vs Outpatient Evaluation Explained

In this episode of The CortiCare Podcast, host Bradley Beauchamp, BS, R. EEG T., CLTM, sits down with Dr. Mitzi Payne, pediatric neurologist and epileptologist, to break down one of the most important distinctions in neonatal neurology: inpatient vs. outpatient EEGs. Bradley and Dr. Payne walk through the differences between babies in the NICU and those who’ve already gone home but return for evaluation. From prematurity and therapeutic hypothermia to common concerns like jerking, twitching, and febrile seizures, Dr. Payne explains what providers look for, how gestational age impacts interpretation, and why timing matters so much in the first 4 weeks. The conversation also covers: • When abnormal movements are seizures and when they’re not • How cooling therapy protects the brain after hypoxic injury • What parents should document before an evaluation • Red flags like infantile spasms that require urgent care If you work in neonatal care, pediatric neurology, or simply want a clearer understanding of how EEG guides early-life decision making, this episode delivers practical insight grounded in real clinical experience. 👉 Subscribe to The CortiCare Podcast for more conversations on clinical expertise, innovation, and the future of brain health. Questions or topic ideas? Reach out to CortiCare at marketing@corticare.com today! For more information about CortiCare, visit www.CortiCare.com. Listen to The CortiCare Podcast on: - YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbc8iIZezPT89aRJzx8UJVTSPhXMUMMtd&si=0AyqOazngiWuCwx1 - Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-corticare-podcast/id1769209300 - iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-corticare-podcast-219417392/ - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0j0xF3Ss554mtH1A1bfcPp?si=306448c2a70d42e5 - RSS Feeds: ⁠https://rss.com/podcasts/the-corticare-podcast Disclaimer: This YouTube channel and videos are provided for educational and general informational purposes only and do not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing, treating, or making decisions regarding a health problem or disease, and those seeking medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. No physician-patient relationship is created by these videos, this channel, or its use. Neither Bradley Beauchamp or Dr. Mary Payne make any representations, expressed or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use. The use of or reliance on any information contained in these videos is solely at your own risk.

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