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The world is better when its people are connected. The ECTRIMS Podcast aims to be a sounding board for MS experts & advocates to discuss innovative work in MS research, treatment and care with the greater MS research community, while offering a collaborative platform for MS and healthcare experts to promote & nurture the advancement of research.

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Cognitive change is one of the most common—and most misunderstood—symptoms of multiple sclerosis. In this episode, host Brett Drummond speaks with Dr. Vicki Levitt (Columbia University) and Dr. Tom Fuchs (MS Center Amsterdam) about the state of cogni... more

At every stage of the MS journey, nurses are the steady link between patients, families, and the healthcare team.

In this episode, host Brett Drummond speaks with Amy Perrin Ross, MS Specialist Nurse and Program Coordinator at Loyola University Chi... more

While much of MS care focuses on physical symptoms, mental health challenges—like depression, anxiety, loneliness, and stigma—often go under-recognised.

In this episode, host Brett Drummond speaks with Dr. Rebecca MaGuire, psychologist and MS rese... more

Patient Community Day 2025 set a new attendance record, highlighting the growing desire among people living with MS to connect with experts leading the charge in understanding the disease and advancing effective treatments.

After the event wrapped ... more

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Recent Guests

Rebecca McGuire
Psychologist from Maynooth University in Ireland with a focus on mental health in people living with MS.
Maynooth University
Episode: Why We Need to Talk More About Mental Health in MS
Nick Cunniffe
Neurologist from the Cambridge Centre for Myelin Repair and lead investigator of the CCMR Two trial
Cambridge Centre for Myelin Repair
Episode: Positive Remyelination Trial Results: Late Breaking at ECTRIMS 2025
Dr. Barry Singer
Neurologist and director of the MS Center for Innovations in Care in St. Louis, United States
MS Center for Innovations in Care
Episode: Day 2 Highlights of ECTRIMS 2025
Maria Pia Amato
Professor of Neurology at the University of Florence
University of Florence
Episode: Day 1 Highlights of ECTRIMS 2025
Alvaro Cobo Calvo
Neurologist at the Multiple Sclerosis Center of Catalonia
Multiple Sclerosis Center of Catalonia (Cemcat)
Episode: Pre-Day Highlights of ECTRIMS 2025
Philip De Jager
Chief of Neuromynology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Episode: Genetics and MS: Recent Discoveries and Future Directions
Jan Hillert
Neurologist at Karolinska Institute
Karolinska Institute
Episode: The Expanding Role of Patient-Reported Outcomes in MS Research
Brigit de Jong
MS neurologist working at the MS Center in Amsterdam, focusing on clinical work, research, and teaching on MS.
MS Center Amsterdam
Episode: The Role of Diet in Managing MS
Dr. Jennifer Massey
Staff specialist neurologist at St. Vincent's Hospital in Sydney.
St. Vincent's Hospital
Episode: Autologous Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation for MS

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Brett Drummond
Host and co-founder, emphasizing collaboration among MS experts and advocates.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • SPMS

    I’d like to express my appreciation to all whom research ms treatments etc .

    I got my SPMS aged 18, SPMS aged 36, now I’m almost 46.

    I would like to suggest if being overweight as a child may contribute to a person getting ms ?

    Thanks heaps

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    Australia3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the expertise and insights shared by the guests, finding the discussions relevant and informative for managing MS.
The focus on patient engagement and the integration of mental health discussions is viewed as particularly valuable.
Some listeners suggest topics could further explore lifestyle factors influencing MS, reflecting a desire for a more holistic approach to care.

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Positive Remyelination Trial Results: Late Breaking at ECTRIMS 2025
Q: Do you think we will get an effective remyelination therapy?
I believe remyelination will be part of the solution for progressive MS, though we still need to establish long-term effects and study further.
Positive Remyelination Trial Results: Late Breaking at ECTRIMS 2025
Q: What do you think is now where we need to go with myelin repair and remyelination?
We need longer-term studies to capture effects on disability and to trial novel drugs that might have a larger remyelinating effect.
Positive Remyelination Trial Results: Late Breaking at ECTRIMS 2025
Q: What would your messaging be around metformin and clemastine at this stage?
Currently, we have only shown that it's possible to promote remyelination, but we still need to understand the clinical significance before recommending these drugs.
Positive Remyelination Trial Results: Late Breaking at ECTRIMS 2025
Q: Can you tell us what current research has shown us about the potential for myelin repair in people living with MS?
Current research has shown that remyelination is possible in MS, and there are promising drugs moving from the laboratory into clinical trials.
Pre-Day Highlights of ECTRIMS 2025
Q: What emerging treatment options were discussed, and how might they impact these conditions?
Emerging treatments like CAR T cells show promise, particularly in disorders like NMOSD and MOGAD, but require further clinical trials for validation.

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What is The ECTRIMS Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content largely revolves around Multiple Sclerosis (MS), featuring expert discussions on breakthroughs in treatment, patient care, and related mental health topics. The episodes highlight the critical roles that various health professionals play in MS management, including neurologists, nurses, and psychologists, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the disease. Unique elements include in-depth conversations about recent clinical trials, innovative research, and patient-reported outcomes. Additionally, there is a strong focus on community engagement, emphasizing the importance of patient involvement in research and treatment discussions. This podcast aims to educate both healthcare providers and patients about advancemen... more

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