The Peripheral Nerve Podcast

Peripheral Nerve Society (PNS)

Leprosy

Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

Schwann Cells

Leprosy Neuropathy

Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Mumbai, India

Brazil

Nerve Involvement

Social Determinants Of Health

Mycobacterium Leprae

Demyelination

Regeneration and Plasticity

Nerve Biopsy

Regeneration

Diagnostic Tools For Leprosy

Relapse and Treatment Failure In Leprosy

Nerve Conduction Studies

Ultrasound

SARM1

Electrophysiology

The Peripheral Nerve Podcast is the official podcast of the Peripheral Nerve Society (PNS). In each multi-episode series, we fully explore a topic, bringing in expert guests from around the world to share their insights, illuminate the subject and provide practical knowledge for clinicians and basic scientists. As an international organization, we strive to provide insight into topics from a globa... more

Publishes	Monthly	Episodes	12	Founded	a year ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	MedicineScienceHealth & Fitness

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Precision Medicine: Biomarkers and Risk Prediction in Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

Why do some patients develop severe chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) while others receiving the same treatment experience little or no nerve damage?

In this episode, Drs. Paola Alberti and Susanna Park welcome Professor Roser Velas... more

9 Jun 2026 • 24 min

Neurotoxicity and Chemotherapy - An Oncology Perspective

In this episode of the Peripheral Nerve Podcast, hosts Susanna Park and Paola Alberti are joined by Maryam Lustberg to explore the real-world impact of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). Together, they examine why CIPN remains such a ... more

12 May 2026 • 16 min

Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms of Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Pathophysiology

In this episode of the Peripheral Nerve Podcast, hosts Dr. Paola Alberti (University of Milano-Bicocca, Italy) and Professor Susanna Park (University of Sydney, Australia) are joined by Professor Guido Cavaletti (University of Milano-Bicocca, Italy),... more

14 Apr 2026 • 15 min

Treatment, Prognosis, Prevention

In this concluding episode of the Peripheral Nerve Society's Leprosy Awareness Podcast series, global experts examine the critical reality that microbiologic cure does not equal patient recovery. The discussion focuses on practical, real-world priori... more

19 Feb 2026 • 46 min

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Maryam Lustberg

Professor of Breast Medical Oncology and Director of the Center for Breast Cancer at Smilow Cancer Hospital

Yale Cancer Center

Episode: Neurotoxicity and Chemotherapy - An Oncology Perspective

Guido Cavaletti

Professor and global CIPN leader, contributor to mechanistic CIPN research

University of Milan

Episode: Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms of Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Pathophysiology

Marcelo Nogueira-Barbosa

Professor of Radiology and expert in high-resolution nerve ultrasound

Universidade de São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto

Episode: Pathology and imaging methods in leprosy neuropathy

Diogo Fernandes

Professor of Neurology, Neurologist and Clinical Neurophysiologist

Universidade Federal de Uberlândia; National Reference Center for Sanitary Dermatology and Hansenology

Episode: Pathology and imaging methods in leprosy neuropathy

Pedro Tomaselli

Professor of Neurology

University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto

Episode: Electrophysiology, Schwann Cell Biology, and the Neurophysiological Mechanisms of Leprosy Neuropathy

Einar Wilder-Smith

Professor of Neurology

University of Bern, Switzerland

Episode: Electrophysiology, Schwann Cell Biology, and the Neurophysiological Mechanisms of Leprosy Neuropathy

Osvaldo Nascimento

Professor of Neurology, Fluminense Federal University, Rio de Janeiro

Universidade Federal Fluminense

Episode: Clinical Presentations of Leprosy Neuropathy

Satish Khadilkar

Dean, Professor, and Head of Neurology, Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences

Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences

Episode: Clinical Presentations of Leprosy Neuropathy

Bruno Dornelas

Leprosy pathologist

Federal University of Uberlândia

Episode: Pathophysiology of nerve damage in leprosy, part 2

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Camila Pupe

Host of The Peripheral Nerve Podcast

Wilson Marques Jr.

Co-host introducing episode and guiding discussion/Co-host of The Peripheral Nerve Podcast

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Apple Podcasts	#236	France/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#18	Argentina/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#53	Belgium/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#103	Netherlands/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#103	Brazil/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#173	Argentina/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#178	Colombia/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#185	Ukraine/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#249	Poland/Health & Fitness/Medicine

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A Spectrum of Challenges: Understanding Classification and Immunology in Leprosy

Q: What should young clinicians focus on to make an impact in leprosy care today?

Develop a strong skill set in neurological assessment, including palpation of nerves, thermal and pain sensitivity tests, dysautonomia assessments, and ultrasound when available; pursue training that blends clinical acumen with awareness of social determinants and field-based surveillance to improve early diagnosis and patient outcomes.

A Spectrum of Challenges: Understanding Classification and Immunology in Leprosy

Q: What are the main limitations of the current operational classifications, and how could they be improved?

The WHO classification is simplistic and skin-lesion-centric, often neglecting nerves; this leads to misclassification, especially in cases with neural symptoms. Digital tools and high-frequency ultrasound show nerve involvement in determinate forms, suggesting a more nuanced system is needed that includes neural criteria and social factors.

A Spectrum of Challenges: Understanding Classification and Immunology in Leprosy

Q: Do hypersensitivity tests or markers currently help differentiate reactions from relapses, and how are these managed clinically?

Differentiation remains primarily clinical; most patients are managed based on observed activity and response to steroids, with improvements in neural signs after MDT suggesting better outcomes than earlier epidemiological indicators. Relapses may be indicated by rising anti-PGL-1 titers at multibacillary sites, but overall immunologic tests are not decisive for diagnosis.

A Spectrum of Challenges: Understanding Classification and Immunology in Leprosy

Q: Why has it been difficult to bridge the gap between immunologic advances and field application?

The debate centers on the heavy investment in tests that do not aid early diagnosis and instead emphasize exposure, leading to a neglect of teaching essential clinical diagnosis skills that are still crucial in detecting leprosy and its neural manifestations in the field.

Pathophysiology of nerve damage in leprosy, part 2

Q: What are the treatment options beyond the traditional multidrug therapy, and is there room for alternative regimens to prevent relapse?

There may be a need for more individualized approaches beyond a one-size-fits-all MDT, considering genetic programs and varying bacterial loads; though current evidence supports MDT, the discussion suggests exploring tailored regimens and adjunctive strategies to better control bacterial persistence and relapse.

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The show centers on neurological diseases affecting peripheral nerves, with a strong emphasis on leprosy neuropathy and chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). Episodes commonly feature international researchers and clinicians discussing mechanisms, diagnostics, and patient-centered management, often weaving together imaging, electrophysiology, pathology, and public health perspectives. A recurring strength is bringing together basic science and clinical practice from regions with high leprosy burden, alongside translational insights for cancer-related neuropathies, rehabilitation, and patient-reported outcomes. The format tends to highlight multidisciplinary collaboration, practical workflows, and emerging biomarkers or imaging ... more

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5. Pedro Tomaselli
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