In this episode of The Endless Pursuit - Equitable Science and Medicine podcast, host Erika Ruiz speaks with Dr. Diane Chan, a physician-scientist at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), specializing in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. Dr. Chan shares her personal journey into neurology, the emotional and practical challenges faced by patients and their families, and her groundbreaking research on non-invasive brain stimulation therapies. She also discusses the importance of building supportive communities for patients, improving access to advanced treatments, and strategies for improving equitable access to care for underserved populations. Join us as Dr. Chan offers a hopeful look at the future of neurodegenerative disease treatment and the critical need for equity in healthcare.

What We Discuss:
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:19 Dr. Chan's Journey into Neurology
03:15 The Challenges of Neurodegenerative Diseases on Patients and Caregivers
06:05 Why Patients Are at the Heart of Dr. Chan's Work
07:50 Pioneering Innovations in Brain Stimulation Research
10:11 The One Thing Every Patient Should Know
11:34 The Future of Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation
12:47 Breaking Barriers to Care for Underserved Communities
14:17 Advice for Aspiring Physicians and Researchers

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