Join award-winning neurologists and researchers, Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai, for a fun, innovative and inspirational approach to brain health and all matters ... More
Join award-winning neurologists and researchers, Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai, for a fun, innovative and inspirational approach to brain health and all matters ... More
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Social Media, Mental Health & Reliable Nutrition Information with Kimberley Wilson, PhD
We’re thrilled to share our conversation with our guest on today’s episode, Kimberley Wilson, PhD. She is a highly respected psychologist, author, and expert in the field of mental health and nutrition, and in this episode, she shares her insights on how to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of social media and stay away from false information related to nutrition and mental health. Kimberey is the author of How to Build a Healthy Brain published in 2020 and Unprocessed: How the Food We Eat is Fuelling our Mental Health Crisis published this year. If you’re interested to learn more about evidence based neurology and brain health in an online community, check out our NEURO Academy platform: NEUROAcademy.com Follow Kimberley Wilson: Instagram: @foodandpsych Website: kimberleywilson.co Follow us: Join the NEURO Academy: NEUROacademy.com Follow us on social media: Instagram: The Brain Docs @thebraindocs Facebook: The Brain Docs TikTok: @thebraindocs Website: TheBrainDocs.com
6/1/2023
1:11:05
Donanemab: A New Ray of Hope in the Fight Against Alzheimer's
Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we discuss the latest breakthrough in the fight against Alzheimer's disease. In today's episode, we discussed the new monoclonal antibidy, Donanemab, that is offering hope to Alzheimer's patients and their families, and how Donanemab is different from other treatments. Donanemab is a monoclonal antibody that has shown promising results in clinical trials. It works by targeting a protein called amyloid-beta, which is believed to play a significant role in the development of Alzheimer's disease. The drug binds to the amyloid-beta protein and clears it from the brain, reducing the amount of plaque buildup that causes damage to brain cells. While the results of the clinical trials are promising, there are still many challenges to overcome. Donanemab is expensive and requires regular infusions, which may limit its accessibility. There is also a need for further research to determine the long-term effects of the drug and its efficacy in treating different stages of Alzheimer's. Follow us: Join the NEURO Academy: NEUROacademy.com Follow us on social media: Instagram: The Brain Docs @thebraindocs Facebook: The Brain Docs TikTok: @thebraindocs Website: TheBrainDocs.com
5/11/2023
48:18
The Power of Storytelling to Educate and Empower with Lisa Genova
This episode is a conversation with the New York Times bestselling author and neuroscientist, Lisa Genova. Her debut novel Still Alice about a Harvard University professor who suffers early onset Alzheimer's disease sold millions of copies and has been translated into 37 languages. The book was adapted into a film in 2014 and won the Academy Award for Best Actress for Julianne Moore's highly acclaimed performance as Alice Howland. Her first work of nonfiction, REMEMBER: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting, was published in March 2021, and was an instant New York Times bestseller. Her first TED talk, "What You Can Do To Prevent Alzheimer's" has been viewed over eight million times and her most recent TED talk, "How Memory Works--and Why Forgetting is Totally OK" was the sixth most watched TED talk of 2021. She has been recognized numerous times and has won many awards for here incredible work, including receiving The Pell Center Prize for Story in the Public Square, for "distinguished storytelling that has enriched the public dialogue." We discussed her journey of becoming a story teller, her empowering message and important work for the community. Follow Lisa: Instagram: @authorlisagenova Twitter: @lisagenova Website: LisaGenova.com Follow us: Join the NEURO Academy: NEUROacademy.com Follow us on social media: Instagram: The Brain Docs @thebraindocs Facebook: The Brain Docs TikTok: @thebraindocs Website: TheBrainDocs.com
5/4/2023
56:55
Migraine Mindset: Exploring the Science, Symptoms, and Solutions of Headaches and Migraines with Dr. Chelsea Stone, DO
This episode is a deep dive into the topic of headache with our colleague, an expert in the field of headache medicine, Dr. Chelsea Stone. We explored the definition, classification, general presentation, diagnosis and some of the latest treatments available for headaches. Dr. Stone is a board-certified neurologist with specialty in Headache Medicine. She holds a master’s degree in psychology, completed her neurology residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center and fellowship in headache medicine at University of Soutern California, where she now serves as full time faculty. Dr. Stone understands the unique challenges of chronic pain and takes a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to patient care, with special interest in treating pregnant and lactating women. In addition to patient care, Dr. Stone is very passionate about physician well-being and serves as Assistant Program Director of Wellness for the neurology residency program at LA County + USC and as the Well-being Champion for the Keck neurology department. Follow us: To participate in the weekly NEURO Science Club and join the discussions about the latest on brain health, join the NEURO Academy: NEUROacademy.com Follow us on social media: Instagram: The Brain Docs @thebraindocs Facebook: The Brain Docs TikTok: @thebraindocs Website: TheBrainDocs.com
4/27/2023
1:12:36
Mind on Fire: Exploring Seizures and The Story of Fyodor Dostoevsky
In this episode, we discuss epilepsy and describe the life of the 19th century philosopher and writer, Fyodor Dostoevsky, and how the seizures that tormented him throughout his life would become both a source of creative inspiration and an obstacle that he struggled to overcome. You can read the blog by visiting our website here. Follow us: Join the NEURO Academy: NEUROacademy.com Follow us on social media: Instagram: The Brain Docs @thebraindocs Facebook: The Brain Docs TikTok: @thebraindocs Website: TheBrainDocs.com
Join award-winning neurologists and researchers, Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai, for a fun, innovative and inspirational approach to brain health and all matters concerning the remarkable human mind. This is the century of the brain, a time when our insights into this incredible organ are exploding at an unprecedented pace. Explore ways to take control of your own brain health, avoid chronic diseases that are devastating communities worldwide, and expand your mind's capacity beyond anything you can imagine.
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