In this episode, Dr. Audrey Nath speaks with Dr. Evan Noch, a neuro-oncologist and assistant professor of neurology at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian. Dr. Noch shares his unique perspective as a physician who sees patients and researches treatments for brain tumors as someone who was also diagnosed with his own brain tumor, called an acoustic neuroma. Dr. Noch discusses his hearing loss that alerted him to see a doctor and then talks about his experience of surgery and recovery.

Additional Resources:

https://www.newser.com/story/323364/when-a-brain-cancer-doctor-finds-out-he-has-a-brain-tumor.html

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/brain-tumor/

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/lawyer-model-survived-brain-tumors-and-gives-back

Social Media:

Guest: Dr. Evan Noch @EvanNoch (Twitter)

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Audrey Nath @AudreyNathMDPhD

This week, Drs. Daniel Correa and Audrey Nath hear from three podcast listeners as part of a recurring 'Listener Questions' series that delves into the questions that you, our listeners, want to learn more about. In this episode, Drs. Correa and Nath answer questions about neurologic conditions like restless legs syndrome and potential treatment options to relieve symptoms, the connection between traumatic brain injury and dementia, and more.

Do you have a question you would like to be answered by the Brain & Life podcast hosts? Email [email protected] or call in and leave a question at 612-928-6206 for a chance to have it included in future episodes.

Additional Resources:

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/disorders/restless-legs-syndrome

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/traumatic-brain-injury/

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/disorders/dementia

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/epilepsy/

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/how-sleep-protects-the-brain

Social Media:

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Audrey Nath @AudreyNathMDPhD

In this episode Dr. Audrey Nath speaks with Dr. BJ Miller, a palliative care physician at Mettle Health in Mill Valley, Calif. Dr. Miller shares how an accident that resulted in the loss of three of his limbs challenged him to look at life and death in a new and positive perspective. Dr. Miller also talks about participating in the series Limitless with Chris Hemsworth, a series that explores overcoming the challenges of aging, featured in an article in Brain & Life.

Additional Resources:

https://www.mettlehealth.com/

https://www.abgtte.com/

https://disneyplusoriginals.disney.com/show/limitless-with-chris-hemsworth

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/the-power-of-accepting-aging

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/chris-hemsworth-pushes-limits-learn-how-brain-body-age

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/when-is-palliative-care-appropriate https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/the-411-on-palliative-and-hospice-care

Social Media:

Guest: Dr. BJ Miller @bjmillermd (Twitter) Mettle Health @Mettle_Health (Twitter and Instagram)

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Audrey Nath @AudreyNathMDPhD

During this holiday week, Drs. Daniel Correa and Audrey Nath look back on 2022 and share clips from episodes that highlight the importance of elevating the voices of individuals whose lives have been impacted by neurologic conditions. Dr. Nath first shares a conversation she had with actor RJ Mitte who discusses his journey in finding confidence despite the bullying he endured in childhood as someone with cerebral palsy. Dr. Correa brings back a conversation with Greg O'Brien, a journalist diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, who shares how navigating the holidays can be especially trying while living with a neurologic condition. We hear more clips from past episodes including author/podcaster Nora McInerny, former NBA player Brian Grant, and more. Happy holidays (Felices fiestas) to you and yours!

Additional Resources:

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/cerebral-palsy/

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/brain-tumor/

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/alzheimers-disease/

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/parkinsons-disease/

https://www.brainandlife.org/editorials/a-season-for-giving

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/healthy-holiday-side-dish-recipes

Social Media:

Guest: RJ Mitte @RJMitte (Twitter); Nora McInerny @noraborealis (Instagram); Brian Grant @bwgrant (Twitter) @briangrant44 (Instagram)

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Audrey Nath @AudreyNathMDPhD

In this episode Dr. Daniel Correa speaks to the winner of Season 3 MasterChef and James Beard Award semi-finalist, Christine Ha, about her neuromyelitis optica (NMO) diagnosis that caused her to lose her vision. Christine shares how she has adapted and excelled as a chef despite the challenges that accompany an NMO diagnosis. Next, Dr. Correa talks with Dr. Fiona Costello, neurologist and professor of neurology at the University of Calgary and clinician scientist with the Hotchkiss Brain Institute. Dr. Costello discusses NMO, a rare inflammatory autoimmune disorder of the central nervous system, and how it is treated and managed for people who are diagnosed with this rare condition.

Additional Resources:

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/when-cookbook-author-and-masterchef-winner-christine-ha-lost-her

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/disorders/neuromyelitis-optica

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/neuromyelitis-optica-whats-in-a-name

https://www.brainandlife.org/the-magazine/online-exclusives/what-is-neuromyelitis-optica/

https://www.theblindgoat.com/

https://www.theblindcook.com/

Social Media:

Guest: Christine Ha @theblindcook (Twitter); Dr. Fiona Costello @FionaCostello5 (Twitter)

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Audrey Nath @AudreyNathMDPhD

In this episode Dr. Daniel Correa speaks with John Driskell Hopkins, musician and founding member of the Zac Brown Band. John shares his story of being diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in 2021 and what he is doing to spread awareness about this rare disease. Next, Dr. Correa talks with Dr. Stephen Goutman, a neurologist and associate professor in the Department of Neurology and Director of the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Clinic and ALS Center of Excellence at the University of Michigan Medicine. Dr. Goutman discusses the complexities of an ALS diagnosis, future treatment, and research initiatives.

A special thank you to John Driskell Hopkins for permission to feature the title track "Daylight" from his album in this week's episode. Available on Spotify and Soundcloud.

Additional Resources:

https://www.hoponacure.org/

https://johndriskellhopkins.com/

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/amyotrophic-lateral-sclerosis-als/

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/ady-barkan-bradley-whitford-health-care-reform

Social Media:

Guest: @JohnDriskellHopkins (Twitter) @JohnDriskellHopkins (Instagram) @UMNeurosciences (Twitter)

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Audrey Nath @AudreyNathMDPhD

In this episode Dr. Daniel Correa speaks with musician and composer Julia Easterlin. Julia shares how her migraine condition has impacted her life and music career and highlights the difficulty she has had both accessing and affording necessary treatment. Next, Dr. Correa talks with Dr. Cynthia Armand, a neurologist from the Montefiore Headache Center at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Armand discusses the various types of migraine and the symptoms that are associated with them.

A special thank you to Julia Easterlin for permission to feature her song "Little Things" from her album Touristes in this week's episode. Available on Bandcamp and Spotify.

Additional Resources:

http://www.juliaeasterlin.net/

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/migraine/

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/7-ways-reduce-migraine-attacks

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/busting-myths-about-migraine

https://americanmigrainefoundation.org/

Social Media:

Guest: Julia Easterlin @juliaeasterlin (Instagram) Dr. Armand @cynarmandmd (Twitter)

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Audrey Nath @AudreyNathMDPhD

In this episode, Dr. Audrey Nath speaks with writer, producer, and dystonia advocate Rogers Hartmann. Rogers describes her struggles with generalized dystonia that caused her head to tilt below her waist and the treatments she received to allow her to stand straight again. Next, Dr. Nath is joined by Dr. Marta San Luciano, associate professor of Neurology at University of California, San Francisco. Dr. San Luciano discusses dystonia and the various treatments and therapies that are available for someone who is diagnosed with a movement disorder.

Additional Resources:

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/dystonias/

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/how-accepting-my-dystonia-improved-my-health

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/5-lessons-nature-has-taught-me-about-living-with-dystonia

Social Media:

Guests: Beat Dystonia @beatdystonia (Twitter) and Beat Dystonia (Facebook); Rogers Hartmann @auntrogers (Twitter); Dr. Marta San Luciano @MartaSanLucian1 (Twitter)

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Audrey Nath @AudreyNathMDPhD

During this Thanksgiving week as we reflect on gratitude and family, we revisit one of our listener favorites from earlier this year. Drs. Daniel Correa and Audrey Nath reflect again on their conversation with actress, producer, and Alzheimer's advocate Lauren Miller Rogen. In this interview, Lauren shares her mother's journey with the condition and how her caretaker experience inspired her to found HFC, a foundation with the mission to provide care and resources for families affected by Alzheimer's. Then, Dr. Nath speaks with Dr. Irina Skylar-Scott, a behavioral neurologist at Stanford University. Dr. Skylar-Scott provides listeners with additional information on the condition and tips on maintaining a healthy brain.

Additional Resources:

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/alzheimers-disease/

https://wearehfc.org/

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/seth-rogen-lauren-miller-rogen-alzheimers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOycpxNyIUg

Social Media:

Guest: Lauren Miller Rogen @iamlaurenmiller (Twitter), @laurenmillerrogen (Instagram)

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Audrey Nath @AudreyNathMDPhD

This week, in the second of two episodes discussing brain health for women, Drs. Daniel Correa and Audrey Nath speak with neurologist Dr. Amy Hessler about brain fog and its various causes in women. Dr. Hessler also explores topics related to specific neurologic conditions, such as how multiple sclerosis presents at various stages of a woman's life and navigating pregnancy with epilepsy.

Additional Resources:

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/epilepsy/

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/disorders/multiple-sclerosis

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/8-ways-to-manage-epilepsy

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/multiple-sclerosis-101-what-patients-need-to-know

Social Media:

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Audrey Nath @AudreyNathMDPhD