أفضل بودكاسات Think Neuro (2025)

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Think Neuro Mini: Swallow Dysfunction Treatment and Care with Dr. Omid Mehdizadeh 3:06

5d ago3:06

3:06

Did you know that some swallowing problems can be caused by a medical condition? Dr. Omid Mehdizadeh treats both voice and swallowing dysfunction. Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) can become a chronic issue that affects anyone, but is often experienced by older adults. A voice and swallow expert, Dr. Mehdizadeh’s background in Otolaryngology and G…

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#3 Joy and Curiosity 40:40

11d ago40:40

40:40

In this episode, mentor Randy Nelson, PhD, and former mentee Staci Bilbo, PhD, reflect on their experiences in academia, sharing insights on the importance of passion in science, navigating the ups and downs of research, and the evolving landscape of academic expectations and careers. This candid conversation offers valuable lessons for both aspiri…

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Think Neuro Mini: Exergaming & the Fitness Routine Your Brain Will Love with Ryan Glatt, MS, CPT, NBC-HWC 4:12

12d ago4:12

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A PNI Minute: Exercise is very important for brain health. A multimodal approach including aerobic exercise, resistance (strength) training, and neuro-motor (skill or motor) training is ideal. To help stave off cognitive decline, Ryan and his team work with clients in the FitBrain gym using dual tasking and clinical exergaming also called serious g…

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1: A Tiny Tunnel to the Brain & Pituitary: Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery and The Origins of our Institute with Dr. Daniel Kelly – Flashback Episode 37:14

19d ago37:14

37:14

In this podcast, Dr. Kelly talks about how he was drawn to neurosurgery, his fascination with the pituitary gland, the nuances of minimally invasive pituitary and brain tumor surgery, as well as a brief history of PNI, its focus on innovation and clinical trials and its 8 centers of excellence. For more information: pacificneuro.org | pacificbraint…

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Think Neuro Mini: Treating Cushing's Disesase with Patient-Focused Care with Garni Barkhoudarian, MD 5:08

26d ago5:08

5:08

As one of the most comprehensive pituitary disorder programs in the United States, the Pacific Pituitary Disorders Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI) offers world-class expert care. Among the top ranked neurology and neurosurgery programs in the nation, our center’s compassionate multidisciplinary specialists provide advanced, personali…

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Think Neuro Mini: Precision Brain Health Factors for Successful Brain Aging with Dr. David Merrill 2:53

1M ago2:53

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Precision Brain Health at Pacific Neuroscience Institute is a program that utilizes a formalized system to comprehensively address neurodegenerative disease. It addresses at both clinical and lifestyle components impacting brain heath.Dr. David Merrill, director of the brain health center at PNI details the ReCODE Protocol (pioneered by Dr. Dale Br…

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62: Fixing Facial Paralysis with Facial Reanimation and Reconstructive Surgery | Dr. Amit Kochhar & Dr. Tessa Hadlock 53:47

1M ago53:47

53:47

This week on the Think Neuro podcast, we welcome Dr. Tessa Hadlock, a leading facial nerve surgeon, educator, and innovator. A Professor of Otolaryngology at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Hadlock shares her inspiring journey into facial nerve surgery and her commitment to helping patients regain facial control. Joining her is Dr. Amit Kochhar, Direct…

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#2 Creating a Safe Space 35:57

1M ago35:57

35:57

In this episode, mentor Dr. Ramesh Raghupathi discusses the dynamics of mentorship styles and creating a supportive environment in the lab with mentees Dr. Taylor McCorkle and PhD candidate Nishell Savory. This conversation delves into balancing shared values with independent thinking, seeking diverse perspectives, and passing on mentorship lessons…

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Think Neuro Mini: Dealing with Nose Bleeds with Dr. Michael Yong 2:29

2M ago2:29

2:29

Do you suffer from nose bleeds? Dr. Wong helps patients who have recurrent nose bleeds whether they are a few spots on a tissue to ones that may last for 20-30 minutes on most days. Learn about the causes of nose bleeds and effective methods for dealing with them. Michael Yong, MD, MPH, MBA, is board certified in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surger…

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61. Keeping the Spine Healthy, and Fixing it When Things Go Wrong | Dr. Jian Guan 48:44

2M ago48:44

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We ask a lot of our spines. They keep us upright, they bend into myriad positions, and they protect our spinal cord, a huge job by itself. And they go the distance, doing all of those things, if we’re lucky, well into our 90s. But the longer we live, the more we wear out our spines. That’s where Dr. Jian Guan comes in. He handles complicated spinal…

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Think Neuro Mini: Multidisciplinary Care for Voice Clinic with Dr. Omid Mehdizadeh 2:31

2M ago2:31

2:31

Having a healthy voice is important for everyone, whether you are a professional singer, teacher, salesperson or simply like to read aloud to your grandchildren. Similarly, our ability to swallow is an essential part of everyday life and when comprised can feel frustrating and even embarrassing in public settings. If you suffer from hoarseness or t…

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Think Neuro Mini: Meet Dr. Noa Tal 2:48

2M ago2:48

2:48

Fellowship trained, Noa Tal, MD, is a devoted endocrinologist committed to delivering exceptional care and striving for excellence in her field. With a diverse background encompassing medicine, research, teaching, and wellness, she endeavors to make significant contributions to healthcare. At the Pituitary Disorders Center at Pacific Neuroscience I…

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Alzheimer's: What You Need to Know | Scott A. Kaiser, MD - Guest Podcast 39:37

3M ago39:37

39:37

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain’s function and causes a gradual decline in cognitive function, including memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for approximately 70% of all cases of dementia. The exact cause of Alzheimer’s disease is not fully understood,…

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#1 Mutual Respect 30:36

3M ago30:36

30:36

In this inaugural episode, mentor Karina Alviña, PhD, and mentee Farhana Afroz, PhD, reflect on the importance of a combination of personal understanding and respect for one another's scientific ideas to developing a successful mentoring relationship. Their story includes the challenges of research during the COVID-19 pandemic, changing institution…

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Think Neuro Mini: Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss with Dr. Abbas Anwar 3:17

3M ago3:17

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Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SSHL), or sudden deafness, is a rapid loss of hearing. SSHL can happen to a person all at once or over a period of up to 3 days. It should be considered a medical emergency. Hearing loss affects only one ear in 9 out of 10 people who experience SSHL. Many people notice it when they wake up in the morning. Others f…

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Think Neuro Mini: Treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea with Dr. Omid Mehdizadeh 5:12

3M ago5:12

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Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common type of sleep apnea, characterized by repeated episodes of partial or complete blockage of the airway during sleep. These blockages occur when the muscles at the back of the throat relax excessively, ca…

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Think Neuro Mini: Ischemic vs Hemorrhagic Stroke with Dr. Sandra Narayanan – Flashback Episode 3:51

3M ago3:51

3:51

Sandra Narayanan, MD, Vascular Neurologist and Neurointerventional Surgeon at the Pacific Stroke and Neurovascular Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute, explains the difference between hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. The main difference between the two types of stroke is the underlying cause of the brain damage. In ischemic stroke, the damage …

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Exercise is Fertilizer for the Brain | Dr. David Merrill – Flashback Episode 37:41

4M ago37:41

37:41

For decades, people thought physical exercise benefited only the body. But every year we learn how incorrect that was, and Dr. David Merrill, director of PNI’s brain health center, is one of the people pushing our knowledge forward. It turns out that exercise builds the brain by prompting the production of brain derived neurotrophic factor, or BDNF…

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Think Neuro Mini: The MIND Diet for Parkinson's Disease with Dr. Melita Petrossian – Flashback Episode 3:33

4M ago3:33

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There are no specific diets that have been shown to reduce the progression of PD. However, there is good reason to believe that a well-balanced, nutritious diet would be best. In those without other medical conditions, the Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurogenerative Delay (MIND) diet may be of benefit in Parkinson’s as well since both are n…

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Think Neuro Mini: What is Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)? with Dr. Jean-Philippe Langevin – Flashback Episode 6:05

4M ago6:05

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In movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and dystonia, normal function can be restored to the circuitry of the brain, resulting in significant improvement in function and quality of life. The goal of deep brain stimulation surgery is to modulate the activity of a specific brain region. In DBS, thin electrodes are placed …

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Think Neuro Mini: The Gut-Brain Connection with Dr. Melita Petrossian – Flashback Episode 3:19

4M ago3:19

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You're probably hearing a lot more about the "human microbiome" these days. It's the collection of bacteria, fungi, and viruses that lives alongside us, inside and out. Some of these organisms are beneficial, and some are harmful. There is growing evidence that bad actors in our digestive tract may produce toxins that travel along the vagus nerve t…

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Think Neuro Mini: What is Palliative Care? with Dr. Akanksha Sharma – Flashback Episode 1:40

5M ago1:40

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Dr. Akanksha Sharma is a neuro-oncologist and palliative medicine specialist at the Pacific Brain Tumor Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute in Santa Monica, CA. To provide extra resources to brain cancer patients suffering from brain tumors such as glioblastoma and their care partners. Dr. Akanksha Sharma is a neuro-oncologist and palliative m…

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60. What Personalized Medicine Really Is | Santosh Kesari, MD, PhD - Guest Podcast 27:47

5M ago27:47

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Listen in as Dr. Santosh Kesari joins the Your Healthy Dose podcast with Kym Douglas. We’re at the dawn of a new era in medical care, where the ability to predict, detect, and treat disease will be based on each individual’s genetics and the interaction of the genome with many lifestyle, environmental, and other factors. Join us for “Personalized M…

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Think Neuro Mini: The Impact of Stress on Memory with Dr. Shannel Elhelou 2:17

5M ago2:17

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Stress can significantly impact the brain and body. Cortisol production in the brain increases. It is a stress hormone regulated by the hypothalamus which is responsible for our fight or flight response. This is your brain's response to danger. Chronic stress can lead to structural changes in the hippocampus, which is also our memory center. So tho…

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Think Neuro Mini: What is Bell's Palsy? with Dr. Amit Kochhar 1:46

5M ago1:46

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Bell’s palsy is a paralysis or weakness of the muscles on one side of the face. The facial nerves control muscle activity so when damaged it can cause the face to droop. Fortunately, for the majority of patients, normal to near-normal facial nerve function can be restored within 1-2 months with medications alone, especially in those who can still p…

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Think Alike?: A Neuronline Podcast 0:45

5M ago0:45

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Welcome to Think Alike?, a podcast series from Neuronline that delves into the art and science of mentorship within the neuroscience community. Join for candid conversations between mentors and mentees as they share their personal stories, challenges, and triumphs, while offering valuable insights and strategies for success at every career stage. F…

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Think Neuro Mini: Retinal Changes In The Eye As An Indicator of Cognitive Decline with Dr. Michelle Holmes 3:03

6M ago3:03

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Michelle Holmes, OD, is a full-scope optometrist at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute®. She sees patients at both the Eye, Ear and Skull Base Center as well as at the Brain Health Center. She is board certified and TLG licensed to treat and manage ocular disease. She prides herself in practicing evidence-based medicine with a genuine enthusiasm fo…

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59. Plastic Surgery for the Vocal Cords │Dr. Omid B. Mehdizadeh 36:08

6M ago36:08

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Strange though it may seem, our vocal cords are among our most vital organs. Not only do they allow us to communicate, but they make it possible to swallow without letting food or fluids into our lungs, a dangerous phenomenon that can cause pneumonia. It’s a complex action, requiring the work of 48 different muscles. Dr. Omid Mehdizadeh is an otola…

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Think Neuro Mini: Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus with Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian 3:49

6M ago3:49

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Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus is one of a few reversible causes of dementia. Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian, director of the Pacific Adult Hydrocephalus Center, briefly describes the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this condition.بقلم Pacific Neuroscience Institute

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Think Neuro Mini: What is Cervical Dystonia? with Dr. Natalie Diaz 3:09

6M ago3:09

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Cervical dystonia (sometimes called neck dystonia) is the abnormal position of the muscles of the neck, causing a twisted, turned, flexed or extended neck position. Abnormal signals coming from the deep parts of the brain cause this condition and therefore it is not muscular in nature and will not resolve with muscle massage or stretching. The main…

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Think Neuro Mini: Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy with Juliana Hudson, LCSW 6:06

6M ago6:06

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The Pacific Treatment & Research In Psychedelics (TRIP) program is dedicated to the development of psychedelic-assisted therapies and the scientific exploration of how altered states of consciousness can be harnessed to change behavior and improve brain health and quality of life. Behavioral health issues are a leading cause of disability and they …

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58. Deep Research Into the Gut Microbes That Keep Us Happy | Jennifer Bramen, PhD 58:12

7M ago58:12

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One thing that makes Pacific Neuroscience Institute an institute is research, and Jennifer Bramen spends all of her time doing just that. Dr. Bramen earned her PhD in neuroscience from UCLA. These days, she is particularly interested in the “gut biome”: all the organisms that live in our digestive system. Strange though it may seem, those bacteria …

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Think Neuro Mini: All About Acoustic Neuroma with Dr. Courtney Voelker 3:38

7M ago3:38

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Dr. Courtney Voelker explains about acoustic neuroma, a benign tumor that affects the nerve for hearing and balance. Find out about signs and symptoms, and the three treatment options that are available.بقلم Pacific Neuroscience Institute

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Think Neuro Mini: What is Cushing's Disease? with Dr. Daniel Kelly 3:10

7M ago3:10

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Cushing's disease is a pituitary adenoma that causes the production of too much adrenocorticotropic hormone resulting in excess cortisol levels in the body. Listen to Dr. Daniel Kelly, MD, founder & director of Pacific Neuroscience Institute and one of the most experienced pituitary neurosurgeons in the world talk about Cushing's disease symptoms, …

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Think Neuro Mini: Understanding Insulin Resistance with Dr. Jennifer Bramen 2:40

7M ago2:40

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It’s important to understand the connection between carbohydrates and Alzheimer's disease. Brain cells depend on insulin to use glucose effectively. When insulin resistance sets in, as it often does with older age and AD, it can lead to cognitive decline. Both AD and type 2 diabetes share common mechanisms, including impaired insulin signaling. Low…

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Choosing Your MS Disease-Modifying Therapy with Dr. Barbara Giesser 14:57

8M ago14:57

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From Episode 350 of the RealTalkMS podcast with John Strum from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. May 2024 There are more than 20 disease-modifying therapies available to treat MS today. Some are considered high-efficacy, some are considered moderately effective, and each has its own risk profile and side effects to consider. So, how do you …

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57. Dual Tasking to Keep Your Brain (and Body) Fit as You Age | Ryan Glatt, MS, CPT, NBC-HWC 42:25

8M ago42:25

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Ryan Glatt is a certified personal trainer, a national board-certified health and wellness coach, and director of FItBrain at PNI. He’s also a big believer in the idea that just getting on a treadmill isn’t enough to keep our brains and bodies in top condition as we age. We must “dual task,” Glatt says. That means finding activities that challenge …

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Think Neuro Mini: The Cancer Moonshot with Dr. Santosh Kesari 4:01

8M ago4:01

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For malignant brain cancers, such as glioblastoma, treatment options have not significantly improved. The current standard of care involves surgery followed by radiation or chemotherapy. Dr. Kesari and his team are exploring a new approach. The PNI (Precision Immunotherapy in the Neoadjuvant setting) method uses targeted treatments based on the pat…

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Think Neuro Mini: Meet Dr. Santosh Kesari 2:48

8M ago2:48

2:48

Santosh Kesari, MD, PhD, is a world-renowned neuro-oncologist at Pacific Neuroscience Institute in Santa Monica, CA. He treats patients with brain tumors including glioblastoma, glioma, meningioma, metastatic brain tumors, chordoma, and many more difficult brain cancers. He believes that in order to cure patients with brain tumors we first need to …

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Think Neuro Mini: Treatment & Management of Dural Arteriovenous Fistulas (DAVFs) with Adi Iyer, MD, MS 2:18

9M ago2:18

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Dural arteriovenous fistula (DAVF) is a rare vascular condition where abnormal connections (fistulas) form between branches of arteries and veins in the dura mater, the brain's covering. The dural arteries deliver high-pressure, oxygen-rich blood to the brain, while the dural veins return deoxygenated, low-pressure blood to the heart. DAVF causes h…

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56. Sniffing Out Solutions to Seasonal Allergies│Michael Yong, MD, MPH, MBA 38:44

9M ago38:44

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Congestion. Sneezing. Runny nose. Stuffy nose. These symptoms may be all too familiar to those with allergic rhinitis – sometimes called seasonal allergies or hay fever. An incredibly common condition, allergic rhinitis, affects about 1 in 5 people and is triggered by exposure to allergens, like pollen or pet dander. Dr. Michael Yong is a board cer…

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Think Neuro Mini: Comprehensive Stroke Center at Little Company of Mary: Dr. Christopher Putman 2:47

9M ago2:47

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Meet Dr. Christopher M. Putman, a board-certified interventional neuroradiologist with over 20 years of experience. He treats a variety of complex intracranial, head and neck, and spine vascular conditions including acute stroke, cervical and intracranial stenosis, vascular malformations, cerebral aneurysm, and venous occlusive diseases. https://ww…

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Treating Aneurysms with Dr. Christopher Putman 2:15

9M ago2:15

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A brain aneurysm is also called a cerebral aneurysm or an intracranial aneurysm and refers to the same diagnosis. Muscular-walled tubes blood vessels called arteries are part of our circulation system. These tubes are how blood is conveyed from the heart to the brain, carrying oxygen and nutrients to support the brain and its functions. A diagnosis…

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Think Neuro Mini: Treating Allergic Rhinitis with Michael Yong, MD, MPH, MBA 3:46

10M ago3:46

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Allergic rhinitis is a chronic condition, characterized by inflammation of the nasal passages and is usually triggered by exposure to allergens such as pollen or pet dander. An incredibly common condition, allergic rhinitis affects about 1 in 5 people. Symptoms include sneezing, nasal congestion, a runny nose, and allergic conjunctivitis. Over-the-…

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Think Neuro Mini: How Dual Tasking Keeps You On Your Feet with Ryan Glatt, MS, CPT, NBC-HWC 2:00

10M ago2:00

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Ryan Glatt is a Certified Personal Trainer and a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach with over a decade of experience. He focuses his exercise and health coaching strategies on brain health, personalizing lifestyle interventions for individuals with brain and cognitive health goals. Ryan is a Brain Health Coach and the Director of the …

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55. What Everyone Should Know About Strokes | Jason Tarpley, MD, PhD - Guest Podcast 27:47

10M ago27:47

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Join us as Dr. Jason Tarpley joins the Your Healthy Dose podcast with Kym Douglas. A stroke can be debilitating and even deadly. Join us for “What You Need to Know About Strokes,” when podcast host Kym Douglas talks with physician Dr. Jason Tarpley about the various kinds of strokes, the need for speed in assessing someone who may be having a strok…

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Think Neuro Mini: Meet Dr. José Morales 2:15

10M ago2:15

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José M. Morales, MD, MSc, is a vascular neurologist and neurointerventional surgeon, who specializes in minimally invasive endovascular procedures to treat conditions and diseases of the brain and spine. Dr. Morales completed his Master’s degree in Integrative Neuroscience at Imperial College London. He graduated from the University of Chicago Prit…

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Think Neuro Mini: Intracranial Meningiomas with Dr. Daniel Kelly 2:38

10M ago2:38

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Intracranial meningiomas are the most common benign brain tumor that develop or arise from any meningeal surface of the brain, and are typically attached to the dura (outer layer of the meninges) but can also occur in the cerebral ventricles. Listen to Dr. Daniel Kelly, MD, PNI founder & director, and neurosurgeon, talk about intracranial meningiom…

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Think Neuro Mini: Treating Neurodegenerative Disease with Precision Brain Health with Dr. Dale Bredesen 2:58

11M ago2:58

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April 2024 | Dale Bredesen, MD, is an internationally recognized neurologist with specialty expertise in the mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases. He is the senior director of Precision Brain Health at Pacific Neuroscience Institute®. His expertise in neurodegenerative diseases drives groundbreaking advancements in personalized treatment for Al…

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54. Using Professional Experience Beyond Medicine to Treat the Vocal Cords│Romina Huerta 41:57

11M ago41:57

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Use the term “vocal cords” and most people think of the structure that lets us talk, sing and yell. But these folds of throat tissue do much more. Among their most important functions is sealing off the trachea, or windpipe, when we eat or drink, to keep foods and liquids from getting into our lungs. Romina Huerta, a speech-language pathologist at …

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