Think Neuro
187 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -The Think Neuro podcast from Pacific Neuroscience Institute takes you into the clinic, operating room and laboratory with doctors and surgeons who are tackling the most challenging brain diseases and disorders. You’ll go deep into the brain and beyond, exploring the neurological processes and structures that control our health, hormones, behaviors, movements, moods, and emotions. You’ll learn about new therapies that are giving hope for sufferers of the most challenging diseases, and you’ll hear about some habits you can develop to keep your brain in good working order for years to come. We’ll show you why patients from around the world are coming to Pacific Neuroscience Institute for novel treatments that are in many instances, available at few other institutions.
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Think Neuro’s host is Anthony Effinger, an award-winning journalist who is fascinated with neuroscience and the workings of the brain. Anthony spent 24 years at Bloomberg News, where he covered money and finance, with deep forays into science and health. In 2006, the Association of Health Care Journalists awarded him first prize for Playing the Odds, an in-depth piece on the changing strategies used to treat prostate cancer. These days, he is a staff writer at Willamette Week, a Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper in Portland, Oregon, where he lives with his wife and two children. He won the 2022 award for health care journalism from the Association of Alternative Newsmedia for his piece on the disproven Covid remedy ivermectin and the anti-vaxx Portland biologist who was its biggest booster.
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Think Neuro Mini: The Cancer Moonshot with Dr. Santosh Kesari
July 10, 2024 14:00 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MBFor malignant brain cancers, such as glioblastoma, treatment options have not significantly improved. The current standard of care involves surgery followed by radiation or chemotherapy. Dr. Kesari and his team are exploring a new approach. The PNI (Precision Immunotherapy in the Neoadjuvant setting) method uses targeted treatments based on the patient's tumor genetics before administering chemotherapy and radiation, when the immune system is stronger. The goal is to prime the body to reco...
Think Neuro Mini: Meet Dr. Santosh Kesari
July 03, 2024 14:00 - 2 minutes - 2.58 MBSantosh Kesari, MD, PhD, is a world-renowned neuro-oncologist at Pacific Neuroscience Institute in Santa Monica, CA. He treats patients with brain tumors including glioblastoma, glioma, meningioma, metastatic brain tumors, chordoma, and many more difficult brain cancers. He believes that in order to cure patients with brain tumors we first need to gain a better molecular and biological understanding of the disease. A physician/scientist, Kesari harnesses his experience in surgery, chemother...
Think Neuro Mini: Treatment & Management of Dural Arteriovenous Fistulas (DAVFs) with Adi Iyer, MD, MS
June 26, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 2.12 MBDural arteriovenous fistula (DAVF) is a rare vascular condition where abnormal connections (fistulas) form between branches of arteries and veins in the dura mater, the brain's covering. The dural arteries deliver high-pressure, oxygen-rich blood to the brain, while the dural veins return deoxygenated, low-pressure blood to the heart. DAVF causes high-pressure arterial blood to flow into veins or sinuses meant for low-pressure blood, which can lead to ruptures, brain hemorrhages, and other n...
56. Sniffing Out Solutions to Seasonal Allergies│Michael Yong, MD, MPH, MBA
June 19, 2024 22:30 - 38 minutes - 38.4 MBCongestion. Sneezing. Runny nose. Stuffy nose. These symptoms may be all too familiar to those with allergic rhinitis – sometimes called seasonal allergies or hay fever. An incredibly common condition, allergic rhinitis, affects about 1 in 5 people and is triggered by exposure to allergens, like pollen or pet dander. Dr. Michael Yong is a board certified otolaryngologist PNI. He provides full-service general otolaryngology care, specializing in nose, sinus and skull base disorders. Using min...
Think Neuro Mini: Comprehensive Stroke Center at Little Company of Mary: Dr. Christopher Putman
June 12, 2024 14:00 - 2 minutes - 2.56 MBMeet Dr. Christopher M. Putman, a board-certified interventional neuroradiologist with over 20 years of experience. He treats a variety of complex intracranial, head and neck, and spine vascular conditions including acute stroke, cervical and intracranial stenosis, vascular malformations, cerebral aneurysm, and venous occlusive diseases. https://www.pacificneuroscienceinstitute.org/stroke-neurovascular/our-center/
Treating Aneurysms with Dr. Christopher Putman
June 05, 2024 14:00 - 2 minutes - 2.14 MBA brain aneurysm is also called a cerebral aneurysm or an intracranial aneurysm and refers to the same diagnosis. Muscular-walled tubes blood vessels called arteries are part of our circulation system. These tubes are how blood is conveyed from the heart to the brain, carrying oxygen and nutrients to support the brain and its functions. A diagnosis of a brain aneurysm means that a bulging, weak area exists in the wall of one of the arteries that supplies blood to the brain. The most common l...
Think Neuro Mini: Treating Allergic Rhinitis with Michael Yong, MD, MPH, MBA
May 29, 2024 14:00 - 3 minutes - 3.53 MBAllergic rhinitis is a chronic condition, characterized by inflammation of the nasal passages and is usually triggered by exposure to allergens such as pollen or pet dander. An incredibly common condition, allergic rhinitis affects about 1 in 5 people. Symptoms include sneezing, nasal congestion, a runny nose, and allergic conjunctivitis. Over-the-counter medications like antihistamines and nasal sprays are a common treatment to alleviating symptoms. Michael Yong, MD, MPH, MBA, is board c...
Think Neuro Mini: How Dual Tasking Keeps You On Your Feet with Ryan Glatt, MS, CPT, NBC-HWC
May 22, 2024 14:00 - 2 minutes - 1.86 MBRyan Glatt is a Certified Personal Trainer and a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach with over a decade of experience. He focuses his exercise and health coaching strategies on brain health, personalizing lifestyle interventions for individuals with brain and cognitive health goals. Ryan is a Brain Health Coach and the Director of the FitBrain Program at Pacific Neuroscience Institute. Ryan developed and currently directs the FitBrainSM program with an expertise in combining br...
55. What Everyone Should Know About Strokes | Jason Tarpley, MD, PhD - Guest Podcast
May 15, 2024 14:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBJoin us as Dr. Jason Tarpley joins the Your Healthy Dose podcast with Kym Douglas. A stroke can be debilitating and even deadly. Join us for “What You Need to Know About Strokes,” when podcast host Kym Douglas talks with physician Dr. Jason Tarpley about the various kinds of strokes, the need for speed in assessing someone who may be having a stroke, what BEFAST stands for, the latest options for treatment, and the best opportunities for prevention.
Think Neuro Mini: Meet Dr. José Morales
May 08, 2024 14:00 - 2 minutes - 2.13 MBJosé M. Morales, MD, MSc, is a vascular neurologist and neurointerventional surgeon, who specializes in minimally invasive endovascular procedures to treat conditions and diseases of the brain and spine. Dr. Morales completed his Master’s degree in Integrative Neuroscience at Imperial College London. He graduated from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, where he served as the President of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Student Interest Group in Neurology and part...
Think Neuro Mini: Treating Neurodegenerative Disease with Precision Brain Health with Dr. Dale Bredesen
April 24, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 2.78 MBApril 2024 | Dale Bredesen, MD, is an internationally recognized neurologist with specialty expertise in the mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases. He is the senior director of Precision Brain Health at Pacific Neuroscience Institute®. His expertise in neurodegenerative diseases drives groundbreaking advancements in personalized treatment for Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. From decoding unique biomarkers to cognitive testing, Dr. Bredesen's work provides hope in tackling disease...
54. Using Professional Experience Beyond Medicine to Treat the Vocal Cords│Romina Huerta
April 17, 2024 15:00 - 41 minutes - 45.3 MBUse the term “vocal cords” and most people think of the structure that lets us talk, sing and yell. But these folds of throat tissue do much more. Among their most important functions is sealing off the trachea, or windpipe, when we eat or drink, to keep foods and liquids from getting into our lungs. Romina Huerta, a speech-language pathologist at PNI, knows all about the vocal cords. Long before her medical career began, she learned the violin and became a singer. These days, she’s a member...
Think Neuro Mini: Meet Dr. Michael Yong
April 10, 2024 14:00 - 2 minutes - 2.42 MBMichael Yong, MD, MPH, MBA, is board certified in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, and fellowship-trained in Neurorhinology – Advanced Sinus & Skull Base Surgery. At Pacific Neuroscience Institute®, Dr. Yong provides full-service general Otolaryngology care, with an expertise in sinonasal and skull base disorders. He specializes in using minimally invasive endoscopic techniques for the treatment of nasal obstruction, smell disorders, allergic and non-allergic rhinitis, facial pain, acut...
Think Neuro Mini: Meet Dr. Michelle Holmes
April 03, 2024 14:00 - 2 minutes - 2.22 MBMichelle Holmes, OD, is a full-scope optometrist at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute®. She sees patients at both the Eye, Ear and Skull Base Center as well as at the Brain Health Center. She is board certified and TLG licensed to treat and manage ocular disease. She prides herself in practicing evidence-based medicine with a genuine enthusiasm for human connection. She earned her undergraduate degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental biology from the University of Washington, Seat...
Think Neuro Mini: Understanding Pseudotumor Cerebri with Dr. Alexander Solomon
March 27, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 2.57 MBPseudotumor cerebri (PTC), also known as idiopathic intracranial hypertension, is a condition caused by elevated cerebrospinal fluid pressure in the brain. The symptoms of this condition mimic those of a brain tumor, giving it the name pseudotumor cerebri, meaning "false brain tumor." The increased pressure can cause swelling of the optic nerve and can result in loss of vision. Medications can often reduce the pressure and headache, but surgery is necessary in some cases. Alexander M. Solom...
53. Understanding the Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options for Multiple Sclerosis | Barbara Giesser, MD - Guest Podcast
March 20, 2024 15:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBMultiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that damages the nerves. It affects about a million people in the U.S., primarily women. Join us for “Multiple Sclerosis Explained” where podcast host Kym Douglas talks with Pacific Neuroscience Institute physician Dr. Barbara Giesser about MS symptoms, the importance of early diagnosis, and the medication, symptom management, and lifestyle options now available for controlling the disease.
Think Neuro Mini: What is Palliative Care? with Dr. Akanksha Sharma
March 13, 2024 15:00 - 1 minute - 1.58 MBDr. Akanksha Sharma is a neuro-oncologist and palliative medicine specialist at the Pacific Brain Tumor Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute in Santa Monica, CA. To provide extra resources to brain cancer patients suffering from brain tumors such as glioblastoma and their care partners. Dr. Akanksha Sharma is a neuro-oncologist and palliative medicine specialist at the Pacific Brain Tumor Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute in Santa Monica, CA. To provide extra resources to brain ca...
Think Neuro Mini: The Gut-Brain Connection with Dr. Melita Petrossian
March 06, 2024 16:00 - 3 minutes - 3.1 MBYou're probably hearing a lot more about the "human microbiome" these days. It's the collection of bacteria, fungi, and viruses that lives alongside us, inside and out. Some of these organisms are beneficial, and some are harmful. There is growing evidence that bad actors in our digestive tract may produce toxins that travel along the vagus nerve to the brain, where they clump and cause Parkinson's disease. Listen to this PNI Minute to understand this unexpected connection between gut health...
Treating Strabismus at PNI with Dr. Alexander M. Solomon
February 28, 2024 16:00 - 2 minutes - 2.22 MBStrabismus, commonly referred to as “crossed eyes” or “lazy eye,” is a visual condition characterized by an improper alignment of the eyes. In individuals with strabismus, the eyes do not work together as a coordinated pair, causing one eye to be misaligned relative to the other. This misalignment can be constant or intermittent and can affect one eye or both eyes. Alexander M. Solomon, MD, is a neuro-ophthalmologist and strabismus surgeon at Pacific Neuroscience Institute in Santa Monica a...
52. Navigating New Frontiers: Exploring Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy at TRIP | Micah Linton, PsyD & Juliana Hudson, LCSW
February 21, 2024 22:00 - 50 minutes - 52.4 MBIn the complex landscape of mental health, a revolution is underway: psychedelic-assisted therapy. At the forefront of this movement is the TRIP Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute. The Treatment & Research In Psychedelics Center is breaking new ground, treating patients with ketamine-assisted therapy as well as conducting rigorous clinical trials to understand the potential of psychedelics in tackling mental health issues and enhancing quality of life. Dr. Micah Linton is a seasoned li...
Essential Tremor with Dr. Natalie Diaz
February 07, 2024 16:00 - 5 minutes - 4.77 MBEssential tremor is the most common movement disorder in humans, and its causes are among the most mysterious. It’s a neurological condition that causes involuntary shaking. It can begin in one’s 20s or 30s, or much later in life. Dr. Natalie Diaz treats essential tremors. Its origins may be unknown, but there are treatments. The first step is to talk to your doctor to rule out other forms of tremor because there are many.
Minimally Invasive Neuro-ophthalmology Surgery with Dr. Howard Krauss
January 31, 2024 22:00 - 3 minutes - 2.85 MBSometimes the best surgery is no surgery. That's what Howard R. Krauss, MD believes. Dr. Krauss is one of the four founders of Pacific Neuroscience Institute, and Director of the Pacific Eye, Ear and Skull Base Center. He is a surgical neuro-ophthalmologist specializing in diagnostic neuro-ophthalmology, including visual field analysis and optical coherence tomography, as well as strabismus, orbital and anterior skull base surgery. If surgery is necessary, Dr. Krauss has the experience to ...
What Is Moyamoya Disease? with Dr. Adi Iyer
January 24, 2024 22:00 - 4 minutes - 3.89 MBMoyamoya disease is a rare neurovascular condition that can affect both children and adults and is caused by progressive narrowing or blockage of the major blood vessels supplying the brain. The result is a lack of necessary blood flow to the brain, which can cause stroke, mini-stroke (TIA – transient ischemic attack) or bleeding into the brain. Numerous tiny vessels develop around the blockage in an attempt to compensate for the lowered blood flow, leading to a smoky appearance of these ve...
51. Cochlear Implants, Once a Luxury, Are Helping More People Hear | Dr. Rebecca Lewis
January 17, 2024 15:00 - 37 minutes - 38 MBFor people with hearing loss, properly-fitted hearing aids can be a miracle, restoring sounds of life that have been lost to aging or disease. But sometimes hearing aids aren’t enough, or a patient’s hearing deteriorates beyond the devices’ capabilities. Then, it’s time to consider cochlear implants—small electronic devices that go beyond hearing aids. They bypass damaged hair cells in the ear and send electronic signals straight to the auditory nerve. Dr. Rebecca Lewis is an audiologist who...
Think Neuro Mini: Welcome to the Pituitary Disorders Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute
January 10, 2024 16:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MBOur multidisciplinary team is here to help you and your loved ones understand your condition and determine an optimal treatment plan. Because of our expertise, we treat many patients with the most challenging of pituitary and skull base tumors, including many with prior treatments (recurrent or residual tumors) and patients who have been deemed “non-operative."
Think Neuro Mini: What are Chordomas? with Santosh Kesari, MD, PhD
January 03, 2024 16:00 - 2 minutes - 2.35 MBChordomas are rare tumors of the brain and spine that have limited surgical and neuro-oncological treatments. Learn about potential new treatment from a clinical trial published in 2023.
Think Neuro Mini: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) with Dr. David Merrill
December 27, 2023 16:00 - 3 minutes - 2.99 MBTranscranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) represents an exciting non-medication and noninvasive option for treatment of some brain health conditions, specifically TMS for depression. TMS works by using magnetic therapy in the form of magnetic field pulses to stimulate the brain’s nerve cells to alleviate the symptoms associated with depression. In addition, there is growing research exploring the effectiveness of TMS in other neurological conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease and other mem...
50. Loneliness, a Panel Discussion | Drs. Gowrinathan, Kochhar, Voelker
December 20, 2023 15:00 - 46 minutes - 49.6 MBIn the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s another scourge raging in the U.S: loneliness. About 17% of Americans reported feeling lonely “a lot of the day yesterday,” when polled by Gallup earlier this year, and a staggering 41% of single people said they did. Doctors at PNI discover loneliness in their patients, often for specific causes that can be treated. Dr. Courtney Voelker, director of PNI’s Adult & Pediatric Cochlear Implant Program, sees patients with hearing so compromised that...
Think Neuro Mini: Stroke Research at Pacific Neuroscience Institute with Dr. Jason Tarpley
December 13, 2023 15:00 - 2 minutes - 2.04 MBJason W. Tarpley, MD, PhD is a board-certified neurologist with fellowship training in vascular and interventional neurology. He specializes in the clinical care of patients with neurovascular disorders and has specific interest in ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, cerebral aneurysms, and carotid artery stenosis. He is an investigator in many phase 2 and phase 3 clinical studies examining the safety and effectiveness of innovative therapies in stroke patients. He has published several papers...
Think Neuro Mini: The MIND Diet for Parkinson's Disease with Dr. Melita Petrossian
December 06, 2023 16:00 - 3 minutes - 3.35 MBThere are no specific diets that have been shown to reduce the progression of PD. However, there is good reason to believe that a well-balanced, nutritious diet would be best. In those without other medical conditions, the Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurogenerative Delay (MIND) diet may be of benefit in Parkinson’s as well since both are neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease.
Think Neuro Mini: Intracranial Aneurysms with Dr. Sandra Narayanan
November 29, 2023 15:00 - 3 minutes - 3.21 MBA brain aneurysm is also called a cerebral aneurysm or an intracranial aneurysm and refers to the same diagnosis. Muscular-walled tubes blood vessels called arteries are part of our circulation system. These tubes are how blood is conveyed from the heart to the brain, carrying oxygen and nutrients to support the brain and its functions. A diagnosis of a brain aneurysm means that a bulging, weak area exists in the wall of one of the arteries that supplies blood to the brain. Sandra Narayanan...
Think Neuro Mini: Thyroid Eye Disease with Dr. Alexander Solomon
November 22, 2023 15:00 - 1 minute - 1.86 MBThyroid eye disease, also known as Graves’ ophthalmopathy or Graves’ orbitopathy, is an autoimmune condition that primarily affects the tissues and muscles around the eyes. It is most commonly associated with an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), particularly in individuals with Graves’ disease, an autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid. Alexander M. Solomon, MD, is a neuro-ophthalmologist and strabismus surgeon at Pacific Neuroscience Institute in Santa Monica and Torrance, ...
49. Exercise is Fertilizer for the Brain | Dr. David Merrill
November 15, 2023 15:00 - 37 minutes - 38.5 MBFor decades, people thought physical exercise benefited only the body. But every year we learn how incorrect that was, and Dr. David Merrill, director of PNI’s brain health center, is one of the people pushing our knowledge forward. It turns out that exercise builds the brain by prompting the production of brain derived neurotrophic factor, or BDNF. “Trophic” compounds cause things to grow, and BDNF helps create new connections among neurons, which is how we learn. In short, BDNF is fertiliz...
Think Neuro Mini: What is Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)? with Dr. Jean-Philippe Langevin
November 01, 2023 07:00 - 6 minutes - 5.74 MBIn movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and dystonia, normal function can be restored to the circuitry of the brain, resulting in significant improvement in function and quality of life. The goal of deep brain stimulation surgery is to modulate the activity of a specific brain region. In DBS, thin electrodes are placed in the disruptive areas of the brain and small electrical pulses normalize or eliminate the irregular signals. DBS is the non-permanent suppressi...
Think Neuro Mini: Radiation Therapy for Brain Tumors with Dr. Akanksha Sharma
October 25, 2023 14:00 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MBNeuro-oncologist and palliative care specialist, Dr. Akansksha Sharma, talks about radiation treatment for brain tumors. Radiation oncology includes techniques such as external beam radiation therapy (EBRT) and brachytherapy. External beam radiation therapy involves the use of a machine, such as a linear accelerator, to deliver radiation beams from outside the body to the tumor site. The treatment is carefully planned and delivered over a series of sessions, usually on a daily basis. Brachyt...
48. Charting the Brain, in Great Detail | Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian & Josh Emerson
October 18, 2023 15:00 - 46 minutes - 48.4 MBWhen he’s not being a world-class neurosurgeon caring for patients with brain or pituitary tumors, Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian trains younger surgeons on the science and art of neurosurgery. As director of the Neuroanatomical Skills / Microdissection Anatomy Lab, he advances the procedures and technology used for minimally invasive surgery. Neurosurgeons can enter PNI’s fellowship program, and research fellows from around the world can learn these advanced techniques taking them into their pract...
Think Neuro Mini: Causes of Facial Paralysis with Dr. Amit Kochhar
October 11, 2023 15:00 - 2 minutes - 2.49 MBDr. Amit Kochhar talks about symptoms, and diagnosis of paralysis due to facial nerve syndromes. Facial paralysis is devastating to one’s identity. Patients with facial paralysis experience physical, social, and emotional changes. At PNI, our specialists treat all types of facial paralysis and related conditions. Every face is unique and our team takes a compassionate, patient-centric approach to designing a unique facial paralysis treatment for each individual. For more information: 310-82...
Think Neuro Mini: Disease Modifying Therapies (DMTs) for the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Barbara Giesser
October 04, 2023 15:00 - 2 minutes - 2.12 MBBarbara S. Giesser, MD, FAAN, FANA, is an internationally recognized clinician and award-winning educator who has specialized in the care of persons with Multiple Sclerosis since 1982. Her approach to the diagnosis and management of persons with MS combines advanced diagnostics and a personalized medication plan for each patient with an emphasis on integrating lifestyle and wellness strategies into the neurologic treatment plan. Learn about disease modifying therapies for the treatment of ...
Think Neuro Mini: Ischemic vs Hemorrhagic Stroke with Dr. Sandra Narayanan
September 27, 2023 16:00 - 3 minutes - 3.55 MBSandra Narayanan, MD, Vascular Neurologist and Neurointerventional Surgeon at the Pacific Stroke and Neurovascular Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute, explains the difference between hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. The main difference between the two types of stroke is the underlying cause of the brain damage. In ischemic stroke, the damage is caused by a lack of blood supply, while in hemorrhagic stroke, it is caused by bleeding into the brain tissue. Both types of stroke are medica...
47. Keeping Dementia at Bay, Every Day | A PNI Panel Discussion
September 20, 2023 15:00 - 45 minutes - 51.8 MBDr. David Merrill is a psychiatrist who specializes in older adults. He has a PhD in the neurobiology of aging, and he directs PNI’s Brain Health Center. His colleague Dr. Karen Miller, has a PhD in geropsychology–the psychology of older people. She is the senior director of PNI’s Brain Wellness and Lifestyle Program. Molly Rapozo is a registered dietician nutritionist. They work as a trio to help older people stave off the ravages of dementia through diet, exercise, and cognitive training. ...
Think Neuro Mini: What is Dystonia? with Dr. Natalie Diaz
September 13, 2023 15:00 - 3 minutes - 3.23 MBDystonia is a mysterious condition that causes muscles to contract involuntarily. It can strike many parts of the body, making the head turn, the eyelids close, or the hand twist. We don’t know what causes dystonia. It can arise after head trauma or a stroke, and it often appears in conjunction with Parkinson’s disease. There is no cure, but experts like Dr. Natalie Diaz, a neurologist at PNI, can ease the symptoms with medication. A treatment you may not expect: Botox. A natural toxin, Boto...
46. Psilocybin for Major Depressive Disorder | Guest Podcast
September 06, 2023 16:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBIn a study published on August 31, 2023, in the Journal of the American Medical Association, psilocybin showed promise as a treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD). JAMA Associate Editor Dr. Donald C. Goff, speaks with publication author Dr. Charles L. Raison, from the Usona Institute, about the study, as well as Dr. Rachel Yehuda from Mount Sinai School of Medicine, who wrote an accompanying editorial about the potential benefits of psychedelic therapies. Pacific Neuroscience Inst...
Think Neuro Mini: Treatment & Research In Psychedelics (TRIP) at Pacific Neuroscience Institute
August 30, 2023 15:00 - 2 minutes - 2.16 MBAt PNI’s Treatment & Research In Psychedelics (TRIP) Program, we conduct clinical trails at the forefront of innovative and transformative medicine. TRIP, spearheaded by Daniel Kelly, MD and Keith Heinzerling, MD, explores the effect of psychedelic-assisted therapy in treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, and addiction. Our wraparound program includes preparation and integration talk therapy along with one or a few doses of medicine in a safe, nurturing, clinical setting. We are f...
Think Neuro Mini: Attention as a Building Block in Cognition with Dr. Jesús O. Barreto Abrams
August 23, 2023 15:00 - 2 minutes - 2 MBClinical neuropsychologist, Dr. Barreto explains how attention is essential to our understanding. Learn about the difference between attentional issues can manifest as memory problems. For more information: 424-212-5361
45. Hearing Restoration with the Miracle of Cochlear Implants | Courtney Voelker, MD, PhD
August 16, 2023 15:00 - 41 minutes - 41.6 MBWhen people notice their vision blurring, they will frequently dash off to the eye doctor. Not so with hearing loss. It often goes ignored and undiagnosed until it becomes unbearable. Dr. Courtney Voelker is trying to change that. She’s a neurotologist, a head and neck surgeon who specializes in diseases of the ear and related structures. She spends much of her time giving the gift of hearing to her patients using cochlear implants. These near-magical devices restore hearing after an intrica...
Think Neuro Mini: What is Neuro-Ophthalmology? with Howard Krauss, MD
August 09, 2023 16:00 - 3 minutes - 2.85 MBNeuro-ophthalmology merges the fields of neurology and ophthalmology together. It often deals with diseases of the nervous system that affect the eye and vision. Howard R. Krauss, MD, is one of the four founders of Pacific Neuroscience Institute, and a Director of the Pacific Eye, Ear and Skull Base Center. He is a surgical neuro-ophthalmologist and his philosophy is to deliver the best eye care and vision solutions while considering the needs and preferences of his patients.
Think Neuro Mini: Sleep and Disease with Dr. Natalie Diaz
August 03, 2023 21:00 - 1 minute - 1.83 MBDr. Natalie Diaz is a movement disorders specialist. In this PNI Minute, she reviews the importance of sleep in a two part series.
Think Neuro Mini: The Importance of Sleep with Dr. Natalie Diaz
August 02, 2023 16:00 - 2 minutes - 2.6 MBDr. Natalie Diaz is a movement disorders specialist. In this PNI Minute, she reviews the importance of sleep in a two part series.
Think Neuro Mini: What Are Cavernomas? with Dr. Adi Iyer
July 26, 2023 16:00 - 2 minutes - 2.81 MBCavernomas are a vascular mass made up of abnormal dilated blood vessels characterized by distended blood-filled “caverns.” Vessels of a cavernoma mass have a tendency to leak and bleed because they lack the proper junctions between neighboring cells as well as the necessary structural support from smooth muscle and the stretchable material (elastin) that normally supports regular blood vessels. While a new diagnosis of brain cavernoma can produce natural anxious responses in many patients, ...
44. Preventing Stroke and Getting the Best Treatment if One Occurs | Dr. Sandra Narayanan
July 19, 2023 15:00 - 40 minutes - 40.4 MBEvery 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke. That adds up to about 800,000 Americans a year. Yet, not everyone knows what a stroke is, or what the symptoms are. Very simply, a stroke is either a blockage or a rupture in a blood vessel that deprives the brain of blood. Blockages are most common, and the symptoms include difficulty with speaking or walking, paralysis in the face, arms of legs, and headache. Dr. Sandra Narayan is a surgeon who treats strokes. The good news, she says, is ...