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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.

Janna was 21 when her college journey took an unexpected detour. After experiencing hearing loss, An MRI scan revealed a rare brain tumor.

Randy's life drastically changed after a jet ski accident left him with complete paralysis from the neck down. Join him on his remarkable path to recovery, guided by the expertise of Dr. Sivakumar at Pacific Neuroscience Institute.

Follow five-month-old Sienna's inspiring journey, from profound bilateral hearing loss to transformative cochlear implantation at Pacific Neuroscience Institute® (PNI®). Explore the passion and expertise behind PNI's Cochlear Implant Program.

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.

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.

Ronnie overcame severe ear pain and hearing loss with the help of Courtney Voelker, MD, PhD, at Pacific Head and Neck . Follow his journey through two successful surgeries, including a tympanoplasty and stapes bone reconstruction.

Learn about the life-changing Bonebridge device for hearing loss through Ayslyn's inspiring journey. Find out how Pacific Neuroscience Institute’s Dr. Voelker and Dr. Lewis can help with comprehensive hearing diagnostics and rehabilitative support.

A grateful patient tells her story of meningioma surgery and care with Dr. Daniel Kelly at Pacific Neuroscience Institute®. The growing benign brain tumor was dismissed by other providers until it started causing severe problems. Read Brenda's story.

Read the inspiring story of Ashley, who faced a brain cancer diagnosis after a sudden seizure. Learn how her customized treatment plan at Pacific Neuroscience Institute® helped her manage the tumor and recover her health.