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55. What Everyone Should Know About Strokes | Jason Tarpley, MD, PhD – Guest Podcast
by Anthony Effinger
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 stroke, what BEFAST stands for, the latest options for treatment, and the best opportunities for prevention.
9 Everyday Questions about Pituitary Tumors and Pituitary Adenomas
by Zara Jethani
Pituitary disorders caused by pituitary tumors are an under-diagnosed set of conditions that can wreak havoc on the hormonal system of the body resulting in a multitude of seemingly unrelated symptoms such as weight gain and vision loss. Find out more about these conditions.
Two Sisters, One Scary Diagnosis
by Guest Author
Is brain tumor genetic? Neurosurgeon Dr. Daniel Kelly treated the siblings for the same condition: a benign brain tumor called a meningioma. Before they found Dr. Kelly, though, each had a difficult journey to a diagnosis. Read more.
Go Gray in May: Brain Tumor Awareness Month 2024
by Zara Jethani
May is brain tumor awareness month. This year, we advocate knowledge as an empowering force. Join Pacific Neuroscience Institute for a celebratory walk on Wednesday, May 29th at Providence Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica, CA.
Questions About Vision
by Zara Jethani
166.5 million people wear glasses! Optometrist, Dr. Michelle Holmes, shares insights about what you need to know about your eyes and vision.
Using Professional Experience Beyond Medicine to Treat the Vocal Cords│Romina Huerta
by Anthony Effinger
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. Listen to find out more.
A Smile Returns After Facial Paralysis
by Guest Author
Dr. Amit Kochhar performs an advanced type of facial nerve surgery that restores movement and function in patients with facial paralysis. Learn more.
Renowned Alzheimer’s Neurologist Dale Bredesen, MD, Joins Pacific Neuroscience Institute
by Zara Jethani
Dale Bredesen, MD, joins Pacific Neuroscience Institute to lead the Precision Brain Health program. He believes that Alzheimer's is becoming optional. Learn more.
Revolutionary Robotic Spine Surgery at PNI-South Bay
by Zara Jethani
Dr. Jean-Philippe Langevin performs the first robotic + navigation-assisted spine surgery at Providence Little Company of Mary, Torrance, CA. Learn more.
Preparing for Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
by Zara Jethani
Preparation for ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) involves several key components aimed at ensuring the safety and efficacy of the treatment, as well as preparing the patient mentally and emotionally for the experience. Keep reading.
Last updated: March 16th, 2024