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Managing Your Symptoms With Ronin

Managing your symptoms with Ronin
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Diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease Versus Other Forms of Parkinsonism

Melita Petrossian, MD, Director of the Pacific Movement Disorders Center, discusses Parkinson's related disease (PD) related conditions and mimics, including idiopathic Parkinson's disease, Multiple Symptoms Atrophy (MSA), Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), Corticobasal syndrome (CBS), and other rarer conditions. Parkinsonian syndromes may overlap and appear similar in the early stages. Learn about the diagnostic criteria for Parkinson’s disease (PD), including the accuracy of a clinical diagnosis, biomarkers, and anticipated diagnostic tests. PNI’s Movement Disorders Center is here for you and your care partners throughout your journey. Pacific Movement Disorders Center: https://www.pacificneuroscienceinstit... Torrance: 424-212-5361 | Santa Monica: 310-582-7433
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Brain Tumor Webinar: Optimizing Wellness for Brain Tumors

Guest speaker L.J. Amaral MS, RD, CSO, Clinical Nutrition Coordinator at Cedars Sinai, discusses how to optimize wellness for brain tumors using nutrition and exercise. May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month. We “Go Gray in May” and celebrate our patients, their loved ones, and their important journeys. Our brain tumor patients and their loved ones often report that they feel unseen, overshadowed, and isolated. A “rare” or “uncommon” diagnosis of a brain tumor can be challenging in the extreme, but may not be externally visible in its signs or even in its treatment side effects. During Go Gray In May, we host a series of educational, informative, and fun events for our community to interact, socialize, express themselves, ask questions, learn about specific topics, and share their own experiences. For more information on brain tumors and tools for coping and resilience, contact the Pacific Neuroscience Institute today. PacificNeuro.org | PacificBrainTumor.org 310-829-8265
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Acoustic Neuroma: Surgical Approaches & Reconstruction | Drs. Courtney Voelker & Garni Barkhoudarian

In this installment of the Acoustic Neuroma Association (ANA) Support Group webinar series, Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI) experts Courtney Voelker, MD, PhD, and Garni Barkhoudarian, MD, present "Surgical Approaches and Reconstruction for Acoustic Neuroma Patients - What approach is best for you? " Learn how to decide if surgery is needed for acoustic neuroma, surgical approaches and reconstruction for acoustic neuroma patients, and cochlear implant placement to restore hearing. At PNI, our experts are focused on compassionate, state-of-the-art, multi-specialty care for patients with acoustic neuromas. We are focused on your health and our team encourages shared discussion of treatment strategies. Your treatment team considers all aspects of disease presentation to provide a comprehensive, personalized, management plan. For more information on acoustic neuromas, contact the Pacific Neuroscience Institute today. PacificNeuro.org | PacificNeuro.org/AcousticNeuroma 310-582-7450
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Brain Tumor Webinar: Cognitive Changes in Patients With Brain Tumors

Romina Huerta, MS, CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Pathologist at Pacific Neuroscience Institute, discusses cognitive changes in patients with brain tumors. May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month. We “Go Gray in May” and celebrate our patients, their loved ones, and their important journeys. Our brain tumor patients and their loved ones often report that they feel unseen, overshadowed, and isolated. A “rare” or “uncommon” diagnosis of a brain tumor can be challenging in the extreme, but may not be externally visible in its signs or even in its treatment side effects. During Go Gray In May, we host a series of educational, informative, and fun events for our community to interact, socialize, express themselves, ask questions, learn about specific topics, and share their own experiences. For more information on brain tumors and tools for coping and resilience, contact the Pacific Neuroscience Institute today. PacificNeuro.org | PacificBrainTumor.org 310-829-8265
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Brain Tumor Webinar: Frequently Used Resources in Cancer

Joseph Greenberg, MSW, LCSW, OSW-c, and Caroline Sarafin, licensed clinical social workers at Providence Saint John's Health Center, explain frequently used resources in cancer. May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month. We “Go Gray in May” and celebrate our patients, their loved ones, and their important journeys. Our brain tumor patients and their loved ones often report that they feel unseen, overshadowed, and isolated. A “rare” or “uncommon” diagnosis of a brain tumor can be challenging in the extreme, but may not be externally visible in its signs or even in its treatment side effects. During Go Gray In May, we host a series of educational, informative, and fun events for our community to interact, socialize, express themselves, ask questions, learn about specific topics, and share their own experiences. For more information on brain tumors and tools for coping and resilience, contact the Pacific Neuroscience Institute today. PacificNeuro.org | PacificBrainTumor.org 310-829-8265 Cancer Support Service Line: 310-829-8648
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Brain Tumor Webinar: Living with Optune (Tumor Treating Fields) for Glioblastoma

Guest Speaker Janice discusses what is it like to live with Optune (Tumor Treating Fields) for glioblastoma. The webinar was hosted by Akanksha Sharma, MD, Neuro-oncologist at the Pacific Brain Tumor Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute. May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month. We “Go Gray in May” and celebrate our patients, their loved ones, and their important journeys. Our brain tumor patients and their loved ones often report that they feel unseen, overshadowed, and isolated. A “rare” or “uncommon” diagnosis of a brain tumor can be challenging in the extreme, but may not be externally visible in its signs or even in its treatment side effects. During Go Gray In May, we host a series of educational, informative, and fun events for our community to interact, socialize, express themselves, ask questions, learn about specific topics, and share their own experiences. For more information on brain tumors and tools for coping and resilience, contact the Pacific Neuroscience Institute today. PacificNeuro.org | PacificBrainTumor.org 310-829-8265
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Hábitos de Vida Saludable en el Manejo de la Enfermedad de Parkinson con Natalie Diaz, MD

Natalie Díaz, MD, neuróloga certificada por la junta con capacitación en trastornos del movimiento en el Centro de Trastornos del Movimiento del Pacífico en el Instituto de Neurociencia del Pacífico (PNI) en Torrance, CA, discute hábitos de estilo de vida saludables para el manejo de la enfermedad de Parkinson.
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25. The Effects of Nerve and Muscle Problems on Balance in Parkinson’s Disease

William Buxton, MD, Director of Neuromuscular & Neurodiagnostic Medicine and Fall Prevention at the Pacific Brain Health Center, reviews how Parkinson's disease (PD) affects nerve and muscle problems, and guidance for identifying fall risks. PNI’s Movement Disorders Center is here for you and your care partners throughout your journey.
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24. Benefits of Exercise and Physical Therapy in Parkinson’s Disease

Corwin Patsis, PT, DPT, Senior Physical Therapist, at the Brain Health Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute, reviews how Parkinson’s disease (PD) affects the brain, the benefits of physical therapy and exercise, and guidance for integrating effective exercise modalities at home. PNI’s Movement Disorders Center is here for you and your care partners throughout your journey.