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Dr. Howard Krauss: How I became a Neuro-Ophthalmologist
by Zara Jethani
Going from aerospace engineering to eye surgery, Dr. Howard R. Krauss is a surgical neuro-ophthalmologist. Hear him explain what that is and how this specialized skill can help patients with tumors affecting the eye and vision.
Brain Matters: Improving Balance to Prevent Falls Also Staves Off Memory Loss
by William Buxton
With advancing years, risk of falling increases. Falls are very common and often devastating. Fortunately, they are also often preventable. Find out how.
Aging Wisely
by Mahyar Pakizegee
Adapting to their life changes within a social and supportive structure can be one of the keys leading to older people succeeding in aging gracefully. The value of strong community programs in supporting health and wellbeing in older people cannot be underestimated.
Dr. Jose Carrillo: Orange County Physician of Excellence
by Zara Jethani
Pacific Neuroscience Institute is very pleased to announce that neuro-oncologist Jose Carrillo, MD, has been named a Physician of Excellence, by the Orange County Medical Association.
Essential Tremor Clinical Trial Opens at Pacific Neuroscience Institute
by Giselle Tamula
The Pacific Movement Disorders Center team is excited to announce that we are one of the sites participating in the PROSPECT trial from Cala Health, a three month study for people who have mild to severe essential tremor. The trial is open for patient enrollment.
Brain Matters: Pacific Neuroscience Institute – A Neighborhood Place for World-Class Brain Care
by Daniel F. Kelly
Maintaining brain health is key to living a healthier life. As we age, our brains become subject to risks associated with advancing years, but there are ways people can minimize some of these risks and enhance brain resilience. Read more.
Promising results seen from deep brain stimulation in combat Veteran with treatment-resistant PTSD
by Guest Author
Promising results seen from deep brain stimulation in combat Veteran with treatment-resistant PTSD when treated by restorative neurosurgeon Dr. JP Langevin.
The Gift Of Beauty: All Aboard The Beauty Bus!
by Guest Author
Beauty Bus Foundation, is an organization that delivers hope and dignity through free-of-charge, in-home and in-hospital beauty and grooming services to clients and their caregivers throughout the Los Angeles area. They come to Saint John's every Tuesday.
The Rise of 3D Technology in Neurosurgery
by Mahyar Pakizegee
The development of 3D printing, 3D imaging, and HD imaging, has brought the highest quality in imaging modalities to the field of neurosurgery. 3D renders and models can be used in diagnosis and planning stages of treatment and care for conditions such as brain tumors, skull base or pituitary tumors, and facial pain syndromes. Learn more.
Professional Spotlight: PNI’s Super Doctors of 2018
by Zara Jethani
Pacific Neuroscience Institute is pleased to announce that 14 of our physicians have achieved the Super Doctor designation in 2018 with many of them being multiple year recipients. Find out who they are.
Last updated: July 11th, 2025