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December 5, 2018

Chordoma: A Rare Bone Cancer of the Skull Base and Spine

by Mahyar Pakizegee

Chordomas are rare low-grade bone cancers that can occur anywhere along the spine and skull base. Learn about these slow-growing tumors and how they are treated.

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November 27, 2018

How to Deal With Aggression and Dementia

by Guest Author

Aggression is one of the worst parts of caring for a parent or senior loved one with dementia, but you’re not powerless. Having a number of strategies on hand to deploy whenever you need them gives you the means to handle a loved one’s aggression any time it rears its head.

Learn more about how to cope with aggression and dementia.

November 23, 2018

New combination therapy for stroke at Providence Little Company of Mary saves a man’s life

by Guest Author

A retired Los Angeles County lifeguard experienced a life threatening stroke while swimming. Luckily for him, the right people were there at the right time at Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance.

November 20, 2018

I Can See Clearly Now The Tumor’s Gone

by Daniel F. Kelly

Vision is arguably our most important sense. Learn about minimally invasive keyhole surgery options for brain, skull base & pituitary tumors impacting the anterior visual pathways & eye movements.

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November 17, 2018

Caregiver Chronicles: Caregiver Advocates for the Best Possible Care for Her Mother’s Glioblastoma

by Guest Author

A motivated family caregiver advocates for the best possible care for her mother’s glioblastoma. Read about how this family navigated treatment and clinical trials for better outcomes.

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November 7, 2018

Researcher Spotlight: Dr. Venkata Yenugonda, Keeping A Dream Alive

by Nikki Mena

Dr. Yenugonda is driven by his desire to better mankind by developing safe, effective and affordable drugs for difficult diseases that can be easily accessed by everyone. Utilizes a unique, two-pronged approach, he combines drug discovery tools and nanotechnology tools to circumvent existing clinical problems. Learn more.

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November 5, 2018

What is Septorhinoplasty?

by Kian Karimi

Millions of people suffer from a deviated septum, sometimes associated with narrowing of the nasal passageways. This condition leads to chronic dry mouth, increased snoring, decreased exercise tolerance, and diminished overall quality of life. A septorhinoplasty procedure is an effective way to open the nasal...

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October 30, 2018

Pacific Brain Health Center Launches New Comprehensive Website

by Zara Jethani

Find out how Pacific Neuroscience Institute’s experienced multidisciplinary Brain Health team treats psychiatric and neurological conditions including Alzheimer’s disease, memory loss, balance problems, as well as depression and anxiety. Learn more about specialty programs that focus on neuromuscular health and promote healthy brain aging.

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October 25, 2018

The Many Manifestations of Meningiomas

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.

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October 23, 2018

Finally A Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center in Your Neighborhood 

by Steven Augustine

Good news for Santa Monica! Providence Saint John’s has been certified as a Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center (TSC) by the Joint Commission. Providence Saint John's Health Center (PSJHC) is the first center to receive this level of designation in LA County, and also serves as a comprehensive stroke system for LA County EMS.

Last updated: April 1st, 2020