Stroke Alert
Negar Asdaghi, MD, MSc, FRCPC, FAHAStroke has launched a monthly podcast, Stroke Alert. Hosted by Dr. Negar Asdaghi, each episode begins by posing key takeaway questions from featured articles in the current issue of Stroke. This is followed by a brief summary and analysis of these articles, as well as an interview with the author of one of these featured articles or with one of the Stroke editors.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 64 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceHealth & FitnessLife SciencesMedicine | |||
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On Episode 61 of the Stroke Alert Podcast, host Dr. Negar Asdaghi highlights two articles from the February 2026 issue of Stroke: "Statin Use Is Not Associated With Reduced Cardio- and Cerebrovascular Hospitalizations in Older Adults With Dementia" a... more
On Episode 60 of the Stroke Alert Podcast, host Dr. Negar Asdaghi highlights two articles from the January 2026 issue of Stroke: "Impaired Perfusion and Early Ischemic Stroke Recurrence in Symptomatic Intracranial Atherosclerosis: BIORISK ICAS Study"... more
On Episode 59 of the Stroke Alert Podcast, host Dr. Negar Asdaghi is joined by Dr. Eva Mistry, Stroke Associate Editor and Vice Chair of Research and Divisional Director of Vascular Neurology at the Department of Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine... more
On Episode 58 of the Stroke Alert Podcast, host Dr. Negar Asdaghi highlights two articles from the November 2025 issue of Stroke: "Fingolimod as a Potential Cerebroprotectant Results From the Stroke Preclinical Assessment Network" and "Apixaban and R... more
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Amazing podcast! ❤️ keep up the good work.
Apple Podcasts5Parmiss M
Canadaa year ago - My favorite podcast
I started listening to this podcast early during my neurology residency and it was definitely one reason why I became passionate about stroke literature and caring for stroke patients. I think it is a must for anyone with interest in vascular neurology.
Apple Podcasts5Ahmed Albayar
United Statesa year ago - Incredible Learning
Great listen, the subject matter is presented clearly. Everyone should listen to this podcast
Apple Podcasts5Braindoc_73Canada2 years ago - Informative and engaging
Stoke Alert helps we stay up to date. The interviews are always engaging. Great listen!
Apple Podcasts5FAST_LearnerUnited States2 years ago - Absolute essential for anyone in interested in vascular neurology at all levels of learning
This is a phenomenal podcast. It contains very well curated material, very insightful author interviews and is an absolute essential for anyone interested in vascular Neurology. In every episode, Dr Asdaghi and her team choose from a wide variety of advances in stroke and break it down to a level that is very easy to understand, yet is very comprehensive. The timing of each episode is perfect - around 45 minutes that allows for a good discussion between the hosts and the authors and very informa... more
Apple Podcasts5Bhatt NiravUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #65 | United States/Science/Life Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #14 |  United Kingdom/Science/Life Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #55 | Canada/Science/Life Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #213 | United Kingdom/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #29 |  Australia/Science/Life Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #79 |  Italy/Science/Life Sciences |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stroke Alert
What is Stroke Alert about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show concentrates on the latest in cerebrovascular medicine, with recurring deep dives into new guidelines, trials, and cutting-edge therapies for acute ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. Episodes frequently pair a clinician-focused update—covering topics like thrombolysis, thrombectomy, blood pressure management, and pediatric stroke—with expert interviews that unpack trial results, real-world applicability, and disparities in treatment outcomes. A standout pattern is the emphasis on translating trial findings into practical care pathways, plus ongoing exploration of novel interventions (for example, neuroprotective strategies and late-window therapies). Listeners can expect rigorous discussions led by a neurologist host who regularly a... more
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Recent guests on Stroke Alert include:
1. Ashkan Shoamanesh
2. Fabiano Cavalcante
3. Charles Majoie
4. Eva Mistry
5. Santiago Ortega
6. Aaron Rodriguez
7. Thomas Meinel
8. Cora Nijboer
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