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September 12, 2023

The Unexpected Benefits of Music Therapy for Dementia Patients, According to a Geriatrician

by Guest Author

Discover the unexpected benefits of music for dementia patients from Scott Kaiser, MD. Learn how music therapy can help individuals express themselves, preserve memories, and enhance overall brain health in Alzheimer's and dementia patients, along with best practices for using music in caregiving.

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August 1, 2023

14 “Polite” Ways You’re Talking About Aging That Are Actually Rude

by Guest Author

Director of Geriatric Cognitive Health at Pacific Neuroscience Institute®(PNI®), Scott Kaiser, MD, discusses the "polite" respectful language and attitudes towards aging, combatting ageism and stereotypes, and promoting inclusive and respectful communication for aging experiences.

June 28, 2023

Care Partner Series: 7 Ways to Prevent Falls in Your Home

by Guest Author

At the Pacific Brain Health Center, our experts work with our patients to address key factors associated with balance disorders and fall risk. Discover techniques to prevent falls and safely assist loved ones with limited mobility. This is a segment of our "How To" series designed for our families, with a special emphasis on care partners.

May 25, 2023

Care Partner Series: Incontinence Management

by Guest Author

Mariah Mohotz, BSN, RN, OCN, Nurse Navigator at the Pacific Brain Tumor Center, reviews methods of incontinence management, safe handling if a family member is taking chemotherapy, and more. This is part of a "How To" video series for our families, specifically focused on care partners.

January 1, 2023

PNI Founders’ Message 2023

by Daniel F. Kelly

At Pacific Neuroscience Institute® (PNI) we achieved many milestones in 2022 and continue to make positive impacts in neuroscience clinical care, research, and education.

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August 9, 2022

Foods That May Prevent Dementia

by Guest Author

Pacific Brain Health's Director of Geriatric Cognitive Health, Scott Kaiser, MD, discusses the foods that may prevent dementia and cognitive decline.

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January 26, 2022

Caring for the Caregiver: 5 Self-Care Tips to Thrive

by Claudia Wong

Caregiving is a demanding role, one that is often overlooked. Claudia Wong, MSN, FNP-BC, explains how to recognize the signs of caregiver stress, and the 5 self-care tips to thrive as a caregiver.

January 1, 2022

PNI Founders’ Message 2022

by Daniel F. Kelly

At Pacific Neuroscience Institute, we are looking forward to what lies ahead with fresh excitement. Neurological diseases do not stop and neither have we.

December 9, 2021

Elaine’s Story: How Giving Back Is Helping Me Heal After the Death of My Husband

by Amelia Garrison

Elaine Lipworth, Senior Content Writer at Thrive Global, writes about her donation to Dr. Santosh Kesari's Neuroscience Research at Pacific Neuroscience Institute after the death of her husband.

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January 1, 2021

PNI Founders’ Message 2021

by Guest Author

Although our medical community continues to strain under the burden of COVID-19, there has been hope, determination and progress. Neurological diseases do not stop and neither have we at Pacific Neuroscience Institute.

Last updated: April 19th, 2021