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Vital 6: Research-Supported Ways to Build Your Brain Health
by Jennifer Bramen
At Pacific Neuroscience Institute, our Brain Wellness & Lifestyle Program emphasizes six core areas known as the Vital 6. Our clinical trial (called PREVENTION) shows that coaching support for making these lifestyle choices matters to individuals with cognitive decline, including Alzheimer’s disease.
PNI Doctors Receive 2026 Awards from Castle Connolly
by Guest Author
Pacific Neuroscience Institute® celebrates significant healthcare milestones in 2026! Numerous esteemed PNI physicians were honored with Castle Connolly Top Doctor awards, showcasing their dedication to clinical excellence and professional achievement. Learn more.
Intracranial Meningioma: Understanding the Most Common Type of Brain Tumor
by Daniel F. Kelly
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.
New Spine Clinic in Santa Monica
by Zara Jethani
Pacific Neuroscience Institute's new Spine Clinic in Santa Monica provides expert spine care by Dr. Marcus Mazur.
Combining Exercise and Gaming for Better Brain Health
by Dan Fost
In this episode, learn how Ryan Glatt, MS, CPT, NBC-HWC, combines cognitive training with lifestyle factors like exercise, nutrition, and social engagement to help people preserve and improve their brain health.
Ten Ideas to Jump Start Your Brain Health in the New Year
by Karen Miller
Jump start your brain health in the New Year with these 10 fun and effective ideas. Learn more from our brain wellness & lifestyle experts.
Alzheimer’s PREVENTION Mid-Trial Results Published
by PNI Experts
Lifestyle and Medical Management Boosts Brain Blood Flow and Reduces Diabetes Risk in Early Alzheimer’s Disease, PREVENTION Mid-Trial Findings Reveal.
Brain Health Diet: How Nutrition Supports Cognitive Aging
by Molly Rapozo
The MIND diet aims to reduce dementia and the decline in brain health that often occurs as people age. It combines aspects of two well-researched diets, the Mediterranean Diet and Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH).
Life-Saving Care for Brain Hemorrhage: Jia’s Story
by PNI Experts
A brain hemorrhage is a medical emergency caused by bleeding inside or around the brain, often leading to sudden symptoms such as dizziness, vision loss, or loss of consciousness. This patient story shares how advanced minimally invasive techniques, saved her at Pacific Neuroscience Institute and Providence Saint John’s Health Center.
Understanding Meningioma Symptoms and Treatment Options
by Daniel F. Kelly
Meningiomas, the most common primary brain tumor, can arise literally anywhere in the intracranial dura - the thick membrane that surrounds the brain - and even inside the fluid filled chambers of the brain. Neurosurgeons need to have a full surgical armamentarium for their removal, ideally using keyhole techniques that maximize tumor removal and minimize risk of collateral damage and complications. Read about Pacific Neuroscience Institute's extensive meningioma experience.
Last updated: December 30th, 2025