Dr. Aiswarya Raj is a PGY-3 neurology resident at Westchester Medical Center / New York Medical College in Valhalla, NY, with interests in autoimmune neurology, neuro-infectious disease, and medical education. She aspires to pursue a career as a clinician-educator and is currently leading a curriculum project for both preclinical students and residents — work that has drawn her toward building digital content as a core part of how trainees learn.

Dr Andrés-Felipe Patiño is a neurology resident in Colombia. He is interested in translational neurology in neuro-oncology and stroke. He is passionate about data, and applying statistics.

Dr. Ayush Gupta is a child neurologist, specializing in neuroimmunology/multiple sclerosis. He is interested in genetic effects on neuroimmune conditions and genetic mimickers of such diseases. As a visual learner himself, he is passionate about simplifying health education through use of digital tools and technology (VR) and creation of short and interactive instructional designs.

Dr. Bhavya Jaya Venugopal is a neurology resident with prior training in internal medicine. She is interested in neurology and medical education and enjoys learning through clinical practice and patient care. She is especially interested in making medical concepts easier to understand for trainees and believes in continuous learning from patients and colleagues.

Dr. Preston is a neurologist, specializing in neuromuscular disorders, electrodiagnostics, neuromuscular ultrasound, and medical education. He is the Program Director of one of the largest Neurology programs in the US and has been so for the past 18 years. Prior to that he was the Clerkship Director at Case Western Reserve University for 10 years. He is passionate about computing and technology.

Dr. Derrick Cheng is a neurologist and neurointensivist based in San Francisco, CA. His research interests revolve around the integration of new technologies in the neurointensive care unit, with a specific focus on multimodal and non-invasive neuromonitoring.

Dr. Georgios Ntolkeras is a medical resident in the Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Program at Boston Children’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, where he also serves as Chief Resident. With a background in clinical neurophysiology and epilepsy research, he is passionate about advancing medical education and science communication in child neurology. He participates in the medical education professional development pathway of his residency program and was selected for the Palatucci Leadership and Advocacy Workshop through the American Academy of Neurology. An active member of the Child Neurology Society and the American Epilepsy Society, he has been recognized with the Young Investigator Award and the Outstanding Junior Member Award from these respective societies. He is committed to translating complex neurological science into accessible content for trainees, clinicians, and the public alike.

I am a neurologist and clinical neurophysiology research fellow from Türkiye, particularly working on EEG. I am also the moderator of the RRFS section of the Turkish Neurological Society, and I am trying to improve working conditions of Turkish neurology fellows.

I am a Colombian neurologist and a professor of medical students in my department. I want to build a framework for sharing information within this specialty to improve the quality of neurological care at the primary level for our most vulnerable populations.

Dr. Katharine Henry is a neurologist who is currently completing a fellowship in movement disorders. Outside of clinical care, she is passionate about medical education at the medical student level and wants to make neurologic education enjoyable and approachable to all learners. She believes that developing an affinity for neurology at this early stage of medical education will help to decrease neuro-phobia and improve neurologic care provided by non-neurologists.

Dr. Lauren Bojarski is a clinician-educator and cognitive neurologist at West Virginia University whose work centers on resident education, physician wellbeing, and innovative approaches to neurology training. Through leadership in graduate medical education, advocacy initiatives, and national presentations on burnout and wellness, she has developed a reputation for creating engaging, learner-focused educational experiences that bridge clinical excellence with human-centered care.

Dr. Liana Jamil is a neurology resident and chief resident at Saint Louis University. She has a strong interest in movement disorders. Her other professional passions include global health, neuropalliative care, and medical education, with a strong focus on promoting resident wellness and developing meaningful initiatives within training programs. She is particularly interested in leveraging short-form digital content as an innovative tool for resident learning, advocacy, and knowledge dissemination. In her free time she loves trying new restaurants, painting, and taking long walks in the park with her husband.

Dr. Magnus Boesen is a neurologist and medical educator at Herlev Hospital in Copenhagen, Denmark, with a special interest in neuroimmunology. He earned his MD, PhD, and Doctor of Medical Science (dr.med.) from the University of Copenhagen. His research has focused on pediatric multiple sclerosis and epilepsy. He is committed to improving patient care through neurology education and by using digital tools and AI to improve clinical processes and decision-making.

Dr. Jadoon is a neurology resident at Southern Illinois University with plans to pursue fellowship training in neuroimmunology. She is passionate about medical education and enjoys finding creative ways to blend traditional teaching methods with new technologies and innovative approaches to learning.

Megan Richie is a neurohospitalist at the University of California San Francisco who spends most of her time seeing patients on the inpatient neurology consult and primary services at UCSF Health at seven different campuses. Dr. Richie directs the neurology medical student clerkship, an outpatient lumbar puncture clinic, and recently became the Neurohospitalist division chief.

Dr. Meghana S. Kinariwala is a vascular neurologist and a current neurocritical care fellow. She is dedicated to demystifying complex neurological concepts to reach a wider audience. She is passionate about leveraging digital and simulation-based education to build confidence in residents and trainees early in their careers. She believes in the power of a strong digital medical presence to advocate for patients and provide accessible, evidence-based health information to the community.

Dr. Mohamed Elashwal is a neurology resident soon to be neuro ICU fellow who is interested in medical education and sharing his love of neurology with early learners. He believes that ending neuro-phobia will allow more providers to deliver higher quality care to patients and he hopes to end some neuro ICU phobia among neurology residents as well.

Dr. Nupur Goel is a neurology resident and incoming chief resident at Mass General Brigham in Boston, Massachusetts. She is the founder and co-host of the Neurophilia Podcast and is actively involved with several neurology journals at the national level. Dr. Goel is dedicated to making neurology engaging, accessible, and approachable for diverse audiences.

Dr. Prasanna Gangishetti is a Child Neurologist interested in leveraging digital tools to enhance neurology education for clinicians and students.

I am an academic neuro-ophthalmologist with dual training in neurology and ophthalmology, specializing in neuro-ophthalmology. My work is driven by a strong commitment to teaching and mentorship, with a particular passion for guiding residents and fellows in mastering the art and clinical nuance of neuro-ophthalmic care.

Dr. Sonya Wang is a pediatric neurologist with clinical and academic interests in epilepsy, neonatal neurology, and neurophysiology. Her research focuses on neonatal EEG, neonatal seizures, and improving neurologic outcomes through clinical research. She is passionate about medical education and enjoys developing educational experiences that make complex neurologic concepts accessible to trainees and colleagues. Her goal is to leverage digital education to expand access to high-quality, evidence-based learning and improve neurologic care for children.

Dr. Suganya Giri Ravindran is a third-year neurology resident in Canada with a strong interest in medical education. She is also a fellow in a Clinician Educator Program, where she has been expanding her skills in teaching and digital education. Her clinical and academic interests include neurology education, curriculum development, and learner-centered teaching. She is especially interested in finding innovative ways to translate clinical knowledge into engaging educational content. Through this program, she hopes to further strengthen her skills as an educator and contribute meaningfully to the field of neurology education.

Dr. Sunanjay Bajaj is academic chief resident at UTHealth Houston, Chair of the AAN’s Consortium of Residents and Fellows, and an aspiring physician-scientist interested in neurogenetics. He aspires to empower trainees to optimize resource usage for neurology education and inspire interest in peer-education. He is also keen on promoting awareness of rare genetic diseases through digital education platforms.

Experienced Board Certified Neurologist (with special qualifications in Child Neurology) and Board Certified in Epilepsy. Interests include fetal and neonatal neurology (including neonatal EEGs and prenatal CNS malformation counseling), pediatric medical ethics/end-of-life issues, continuous EEG monitoring, routine EEGs in all age groups, telemedicine/teleneurology, quality of life with epilepsy, and quality improvement in healthcare. She is also passionate about teaching parents how to be their child’s best advocate and helping epileptic teenagers own their epilepsy so they grow up to be informed, well-adjusted adults.

Medical Doctor and Surgeon graduated from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, and Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and co-founder of Nebula Medical, an AI-powered clinical software focused on improving doctor-patient interactions and optimizing healthcare system workflows and resources. During her medical training in Bogota, she actively participated in research teams and presented findings at national and international conferences. She holds a certification in animal research from Universidad de los Andes, completed a certified program in Structural and Functional Neuroscience at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, and earned a certificate in the Fundamentals of Neuroscience program from Harvard University.

I am Dr. Vishalika Gandhari from India. I’m a medical doctor and a public health graduate student with a strong interest in how clinical medicine and population health can work together to improve outcomes. My academic and professional experiences have shaped my focus on making complex health information more accessible and meaningful for diverse communities. I’ve also completed an internship in a neurocognition lab, where I explored how people process and retain information, which deepened my interest in learning, behavior, and brain health. This experience further strengthened my goal of pursuing a neurology residency. Overall, I’m passionate about integrating medicine, public health, and education to improve patient care and community awareness, especially in neurological health.

Dr. Xuan Tran is in her final year of fellowship training in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (PGY6) at Children’s National Hospital, in Washington DC. She has dedicated her professional training and career towards the care of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities. Her PhD research focused on identifying EEG biomarkers of autism. Her fellowship research involves identifying EEG biomarkers of Smith-Magenis Syndrome.