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Largest Study of Brain Tumor “Keyhole” Surgery for Meningiomas
by PNI Experts
PNI surgeons demonstrate outstanding outcomes with minimally invasive keyhole surgery for meningioma brain tumors, in groundbreaking 13-year study.
Neurology and Neurosurgery High Level Performance Recognized at Providence Hospitals
by Zara Jethani
Pacific Neuroscience Institute teams in Neurology and Neurosurgery contribute to High Performing Hospitals in US News & World Report rankings.
Robotic Pets Provide Comfort to Dementia Patients
by Amelia Garrison
A donor-funded program at PNI's Pacific Brain Health Center in Santa Monica offers robotic pet therapy for dementia patients.
Stroke Survivor Leads Stroke Support Groups
by Zara Jethani
Pacific Stroke and Neurovascular Center 's patient support group leader Dana Rivera celebrates her 13th year post-stroke and talks about her journey from devastation to success.
PNI Experts Share Brain Health Tips for 4th of July
by PNI Experts
Learn how to protect your brain health when watching fireworks, enjoy foods cooked on the grill, and avoid undue stress if you have a neurodegenerative disease.
Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, Explained by Dr. Amit Kochhar
by PNI Experts
Pacific Neuroscience Institute's facial nerve expert, Dr. Amit Kochhar, Director of the Facial Nerve Disorders Program, explains how Ramsay Hunt Syndrome - a rare virus also known to cause chickenpox and shingles - recently led to the 28-year-old pop star Justin Bieber’s facial paralysis.
VR Games Could Offer Hope for Delaying Dementia
by Guest Author
Virtual reality games that combine physical activity and brain-training may help slow cognitive decline in older adults, research at Pacific Neuroscience Institute suggests.
Walking for Brain Tumor Awareness at PNI
by Amelia Garrison
PNI experts joined the brain tumor community for a special walk around Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica on May 26th, 2022 . Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI) concluded Brain Tumor Awareness Month 2022 with a special walk around Providence Saint John’s Health Center...
A Center of Excellence Approach to Diagnosing Pituitary Disease
by Amelia Garrison
Diagnosing a pituitary disease is complex. At PNI, experts work together to provide an accurate diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.
Celebrating EMS Week | Pacific Neuroscience Institute
by Guest Author
Pacific Neuroscience Institute celebrated EMS week with events and training on advanced stroke knowledge and lifesaving care.
Last updated: December 2nd, 2022