Let's Talk Tech: The Role of Technology in Neurology Education

Authors

• Catherine S. Albin, Division of Neurocritical Care, Department of Neurology, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
• Jaclyn M. Martindale, Division of Pediatric Neurology, Department of Neurology, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States.
• Rohit Marawar, Division of Epilepsy, Department of Neurology, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan, United States.
• Rachel Gottlieb-Smith, Division of Pediatric Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Michigan School of Medicine, Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States.
• Ashley Paul, Division of Movement Disorders, Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, United States.
• Jeffrey Strelzik, Department of Pediatric Neurology, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Children's National Hospital, Washington, District of Columbia, United States.
• Alison Christy, Pediatric Neurology, Providence Health and Services, Portland, Oregon, United States.
• Kathryn Xixis, Division of Pediatric Neurology, Department of Neurology, University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States.
• Jessica Goldstein, Division of Pediatric Neurology, Department of Neurology, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.

Document Type

Journal Article

Publication Date

2-20-2026

Journal

Seminars in neurology

DOI

10.1055/a-2795-8556

Abstract

As a field, neurology can seem complicated, overwhelming, and at times ambiguous and uncertain. However, novel technological developments-including artificial intelligence-can be used to decrease "neurophobia," foster enthusiasm about our specialty, and increase curiosity and motivation while decreasing the educator's time in preparation. This review discusses the technology-enhanced teaching landscape and how neurology integrates into known conceptual frameworks and learning theories in medical education. We provide detailed guidance for technology-focused curriculum design in all realms of neurologic teaching: at the bedside, in small groups, and in larger presentations. Finally, we identify ways technological scholarship can be leveraged toward academic promotion for neurology education.

APA Citation

Albin, Catherine S.; Martindale, Jaclyn M.; Marawar, Rohit; Gottlieb-Smith, Rachel; Paul, Ashley; Strelzik, Jeffrey; Christy, Alison; Xixis, Kathryn; and Goldstein, Jessica, "Let's Talk Tech: The Role of Technology in Neurology Education" (2026). GW Authored Works. Paper 8686.
https://hsrc.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/gwhpubs/8686

Department

Neurology