Best AVM Podcasts (2025)

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US Burden of Disorders Affecting the Nervous System 23:33

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11d ago23:33

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Interview with John P. Ney, MD, MPH, author of US Burden of Disorders Affecting the Nervous System: From the Global Burden of Disease 2021 Study. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: US Burden of Disorders Affecting the Nervous System

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Dealing with Difficult People 38:51

20d ago38:51

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If you feel like there's more rudeness in the world, you're not alone. According to John O'Brien, psychologist and author of "Rudeness Rehab," there's a pandemic of incivility. O'Brien says we're seeing bad behavior everywhere, from the streets to the workplace to even the operating room. As part of our Osher Author Talk series, host Henry DeVries …

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Hemorrhage and Risk Factors in Unruptured Brain AVM 16:38

2M ago16:38

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Interview with Helen Kim, PhD, author of Risk of Future Hemorrhage From Unruptured Brain Arteriovenous Malformations: The Multicenter Arteriovenous Malformation Research Study (MARS). Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Risk of Future Hemorrhage From Unruptured Brain Arteriovenous Malformations…

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Scientists Find the BEST Lighting Color for Emotional Well-Being 3:36

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Why does amber light ease stress and anxiety? One theory is that it’s similar to the natural orange light experienced in nature, like sunsets and campfires. Thanks to interest and funding in color psychology research, discoveries like this will improve emotional and mental health for everyone, especially those who need it most like hospital patient…

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Intravenous Argatroban or Eptifibatide and Mechanical Thrombectomy 19:09

4M ago19:09

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Interview with Colin P. Derdeyn, MD, author of Intravenous Argatroban or Eptifibatide in Patients Undergoing Mechanical Thrombectomy: A Subgroup Analysis of the MOST Randomized Clinical Trial. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Intravenous Argatroban or Eptifibatide in Patients Undergoing Mechanical Thrombectomy…

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A Guided Meditation Exercise with Fadel Zeidan 9:26

5M ago9:26

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Join Fadel Zeidan, Ph.D. for a guided meditation. Follow along as he teaches simple breathing techniques and short practices designed to build focus and calm the nervous system. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40783]By UCTV: UC San Diego

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GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension 22:03

5M ago22:03

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Interview with Dennis J. Rivet II, MD, author of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension

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Prognostic Factors for Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms in Radiologically Isolated Syndrome 14:19

6M ago14:19

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Interview with Manuel Comabella, MD, author of Prognostic Factors for Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms in Radiologically Isolated Syndrome. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Prognostic Factors for Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms in Radiologically Isolated Syndrome

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Mindfulness-Based Mental Training to Enhance Well-Being and Healthy Aging 53:48

7M ago53:48

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Fadel Zeidan, Ph.D., discusses the science of mindfulness and how meditation can change the brain. He explains what happens in the brain during stress, how mindfulness helps us become more self-aware, and why it's important to pay attention on purpose. Zeidan shares easy ways to bring mindfulness into daily life, even in small moments. The video in…

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Fremanezumab for the Treatment of Migraine and Major Depressive Disorder 21:13

7M ago21:13

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Interview with Richard B. Lipton, MD, author of Fremanezumab for the Treatment of Patients With Migraine and Comorbid Major Depressive Disorder. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Fremanezumab for the Treatment of Patients With Migraine and Comorbid Major Depressive Disorder

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Optimal Delay Time to Initiate Anticoagulation After AF-Associated Ischemic Stroke 16:54

8M ago16:54

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Interview with Steven J. Warach, MD, PhD, author of Optimal Delay Time to Initiate Anticoagulation After Ischemic Stroke in Atrial Fibrillation: A Pragmatic, Response-Adaptive Randomized Clinical Trial. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Optimal Delay Time to Initiate Anticoagulation After Ischemic Stroke in Atrial Fibrillation…

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4 Steps To Behavioral Change 16:38

9M ago16:38

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Anthony Lim, M.D., J.D., explores how small, intentional steps can lead to lasting behavioral change. Lim breaks down a simple, four-step framework to help people achieve their goals, whether it's improving health, forming better habits, or making positive life changes. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID:…

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Location and Timing of Recurrent, Nontraumatic Intracerebral Hemorrhage 15:57

9M ago15:57

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Interview with David J. Seiffge, MD, author of Location and Timing of Recurrent, Nontraumatic Intracerebral Hemorrhage. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Location and Timing of Recurrent, Nontraumatic Intracerebral Hemorrhage

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Body Health = Brain Health 9:00

10M ago9:00

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What's the secret to supporting a sharp mind at any age? In this program, Dr. Nancy Isenberg discusses the latest science-based practices to promote brain health and resiliency as we age. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40508]By UCTV: UC San Francisco

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Cardiovascular Safety of Anti-CGRP Monoclonal Antibodies in Older Adults or Adults With Disability With Migraine 18:09

11M ago18:09

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Interview with Wei-Hsuan Lo-Ciganic, PhD, author of Cardiovascular Safety of Anti-CGRP Monoclonal Antibodies in Older Adults or Adults With Disability With Migraine. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Cardiovascular Safety of Anti-CGRP Monoclonal Antibodies in Older Adults or Adults With Disability With Migraine…

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Transferring Knowledge into Transformation: Building Lasting Personal Change through Awareness Intention and Action with Anthony Lim 29:56

12M ago29:56

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Anthony Lim, M.D., J.D., explores how small, intentional steps can lead to lasting behavioral change. Lim breaks down a simple, four-step framework—awareness, intention, action, and reflection—to help people achieve their goals, whether it's improving health, forming better habits, or making positive life changes. Through real-life examples and ins…

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β-Blocker Use and Delayed Onset and Progression of Huntington Disease 18:33

1y ago18:33

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Interview with Jordan L. Schultz, PharmD, author of β-Blocker Use and Delayed Onset and Progression of Huntington Disease. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: β-Blocker Use and Delayed Onset and Progression of Huntington Disease

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Alzheimer Disease as a Clinical-Biological Construct 22:01

1y ago22:01

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Interview with Giovanni B. Frisoni, MD, author of Alzheimer Disease as a Clinical-Biological Construct—An International Working Group Recommendation. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Alzheimer Disease as a Clinical-Biological Construct—An International Working Group Recommendation

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Surgical Treatment Options for Brain Aneurysms 6:34

1y ago6:34

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UCSF Neurosurgeon Ethan Winkler, MD, PhD, summarizes the surgical treatment options for patients with brain aneurysms and describes the decision-making process for choosing the best treatment for each individual. Series: "UC San Francisco News" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40238]By UCTV: UC San Francisco

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Mind-Body Medicine to Build Stress Resilience 1:23:19

1y ago1:23:19

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Mind-body medicine (MBM) is an integrative approach that helps people build awareness and develop tools for stress resilience. MBM focuses on the interactions between the mind, body, and behavior to promote health and well-being. Dr. Kavita K. Mishra discusses how MBM interventions have shown beneficial short and long-term impact on physical, menta…

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Arteriovenous Malformations (AVMs) - Surgical Treatment Options at UCSF 5:33

1y ago5:33

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UCSF neurosurgeon Ethan Winkler, MD, PhD, summarizes the surgical treatment options for patients with arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) and describes the decision-making process for choosing the best treatment for each individual. Series: "UC San Francisco News" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40237]…

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Large-scale Single Neuron Encoding of Speech Sounds Across the Depth of Human Cortex 2:12

1y ago2:12

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Researchers in the lab of Edward Chang, MD, at UCSF recorded activity from hundreds of individual neurons across all layers of the cortex while participants listened to spoken sentences. In a study published in Nature on December 13, 2023, the researchers showed that neurons responded to different speech sounds like parts of consonants and vowels, …

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A Neuroprosthesis for Speech Decoding and Avatar Control 1:41

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A Neuroprosthesis for Speech Decoding and Avatar Control Series: "UC San Francisco News" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40235]By UCTV: UC San Francisco

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New DBS Brain Pacemaker Improves Movement for People with Parkinson's 3:00

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UCSF researchers have conducted successful trials of an experimental adaptive deep brain stimulation (aDBS) device that responds to a person with Parkinson’s symptoms in real time. Using data techniques and custom algorithms, the device picks up on brain signals that indicate a symptom is developing and delivers just the right amount of electrical …

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Perceived CTE in Former Professional Football Players 17:09

1y ago17:09

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Interview with Rachel Grashow, PhD, MS, and Aaron L. Baggish, MD, authors of Perceived Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy and Suicidality in Former Professional Football Players. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. In the US, you can call, text, or chat 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Related Content: Perceived Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy and…

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Localized Nicardipine Release Implants for Prevention of Vasospasm 15:20

1+ y ago15:20

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Interview with Peter Vajkoczy, MD, author of Localized Nicardipine Release Implants for Prevention of Vasospasm After Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Localized Nicardipine Release Implants for Prevention of Vasospasm After Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage…

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Direct-Acting OACs and Antiseizure Medications for AF and Epilepsy and Risk of Thromboembolic Events 19:32

1+ y ago19:32

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Interview with Allison W. Willis, MD, MS, author of Direct-Acting Oral Anticoagulants and Antiseizure Medications for Atrial Fibrillation and Epilepsy and Risk of Thromboembolic Events. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Direct-Acting Oral Anticoagulants and Antiseizure Medications for Atrial Fibrillation and Epilepsy and Risk of Thr…

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Early vs Late Anticoagulation in Minor, Moderate, and Major Ischemic Stroke With Atrial Fibrillation 18:13

1+ y ago18:13

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Interview with Urs Fischer, MD, MSc, author of Early vs Late Anticoagulation in Minor, Moderate, and Major Ischemic Stroke With Atrial Fibrillation: Post Hoc Analysis of the ELAN Randomized Clinical Trial. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Early vs Late Anticoagulation in Minor, Moderate, and Major Ischemic Stroke With Atrial Fibril…

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Association of New-Onset Seizures With SARS-CoV-2 Vaccines 16:43

1+ y ago16:43

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Interview with Churl-Su Kwon, MD, MPH, author of Association of New-Onset Seizures With SARS-CoV-2 Vaccines: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Association of New-Onset Seizures With SARS-CoV-2 Vaccines

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The Therapy Trifecta 21:54

1+ y ago21:54

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Welcome to AVM Alliance, where we delve into the world of pediatric stroke and brain disorders with honest conversations and valuable insights for our community. In this episode, host Raylene Lewis shares her experiences from the International Pediatric Stroke Organization 2024 Congress and exciting updates from our AVM Alliance community events. J…

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High-Efficacy Therapy Discontinuation vs Continuation in Patients 50 Years and Older With Nonactive MS 14:08

1+ y ago14:08

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Interview with Anne Kerbrat, MD, PhD, author of High-Efficacy Therapy Discontinuation vs Continuation in Patients 50 Years and Older With Nonactive MS. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: High-Efficacy Therapy Discontinuation vs Continuation in Patients 50 Years and Older With Nonactive MS…

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Posttraumatic Epilepsy and Dementia Risk 13:01

2y ago13:01

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Interview with Andrea L. C. Schneider, MD, PhD, author of Posttraumatic Epilepsy and Dementia Risk. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Posttraumatic Epilepsy and Dementia Risk

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Risk of Stroke and Myocardial Infarction Among Initiators of Triptans 10:52

2y ago10:52

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Interview with Jesper Hallas, MD, DMSc, author of Risk of Stroke and Myocardial Infarction Among Initiators of Triptans. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Risk of Stroke and Myocardial Infarction Among Initiators of Triptans

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Creed's Story & What Will Never Be: Anticipatory Grief 20:32

2y ago20:32

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Creed is missing the majority of his brain. He essentially only has his brain stem and all of his other brain is missing. Doctors deemed her child deemed incompatible with life, but Creed has defied the odds is now 9 years old. Melanie, Creed's mom, shares their story. What is anticipatory grief? It is the emotions associated with grief before the …

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A Kid Again 17:41

2y ago17:41

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I am excited to introduce our listeners to Ami Waggoner who has graciously come on today to tell us the story of her medically complex child Luke and Kathy Derr, founder and director of family engagement for the absolutely fabulous organization everyone should know about — A Kid Again created to provide kids with life-threatening conditions and the…

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Risk Factors for Young-Onset Dementia in the UK Biobank 14:35

2y ago14:35

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Interview with Stevie Hendriks, PhD, author of Risk Factors for Young-Onset Dementia in the UK Biobank. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Risk Factors for Young-Onset Dementia in the UK Biobank

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Endovascular Therapy Outcomes by ASPECTS and Infarct Core Volume in Patients With Large Infarct 14:16

2y ago14:16

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Interview with Zhongrong Miao, MD, author of Alberta Stroke Program Early Computed Tomography Score, Infarct Core Volume, and Endovascular Therapy Outcomes in Patients With Large Infarct: A Secondary Analysis of the ANGEL-ASPECT Trial. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Read Transcript Related Content: Alberta Stroke Program Early Computed Tomography…

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Neurofilament Light Chain Elevation and Disability Progression in Multiple Sclerosis 19:03

2y ago19:03

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Interview with Ari J. Green, MD, author of Neurofilament Light Chain Elevation and Disability Progression in Multiple Sclerosis. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Neurofilament Light Chain Elevation and Disability Progression in Multiple Sclerosis

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Atrial Fibrillation In Patients With Stroke Attributed to Large- or Small-Vessel Disease 17:27

2y ago17:27

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Interview with Richard A. Bernstein, MD, PhD, author of Atrial Fibrillation in Patients With Stroke Attributed to Large- or Small-Vessel Disease: 3-Year Results From the STROKE AF Randomized Clinical Trial. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Atrial Fibrillation In Patients With Stroke Attributed to Large- or Small-Vessel Disease…

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Promoting Mental Health: The Holistic Approach of Acupuncture and Consciousness 1:14:10

2y ago1:14:10

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This series offers integrative theories and models of mental health care that are housed in wellness, resilience, community, and equity. You will learn to identify and connect how mental health and wellness start with structural (economic/political/systemic) and community level interventions as well as individual supports. And you will understand m…

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Psychedelic Research Psilocybin Therapy and Mental Illness 1:24:09

2y ago1:24:09

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This series offers integrative theories and models of mental health care that are housed in wellness, resilience, community, and equity. You will learn to identify and connect how mental health and wellness start with structural (economic/political/systemic) and community level interventions as well as individual supports. And you will understand m…

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Eastern View of the Mind: Comparing Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda Philosophy 1:15:58

2y ago1:15:58

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Join Dr. Anisha Durve for an enlightening exploration of two ancient healing systems—Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurvedic Philosophy. Drawing from years of experience and research, Dr. Durve delves into the foundational principles of these time-honored practices, comparing their unique approaches to mind-body wellness. Gain valuable insights …

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The Doctor is IN #3: Therapy for Kids 19:01

2y ago19:01

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Happy October to all our listeners. October is Brain AVM Awareness Month. As a reminder, A brain AVM is a tangle of abnormal arteries and veins, that do not have the needed capillaries in between the connections. If you would like more information on Brain AVM’s: AVM Alliance, an official non-profit, now has its own website www.avmalliance.org. On …

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The Doctor is IN #2: Medical Terms, Epilepsy & Pediatric Stroke 21:06

2+ y ago21:06

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On this episode, we continue our interview with the director of the pediatric stroke program with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston as we go over questions parents submitted for our medical professional. Today’s episode continues the discussion, diving a bit into epilepsy, EEG’s and stroke in infants. Each episode for this season ends wit…

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Neuropathologic and Clinical Findings in Athletes With Repetitive Head Impacts 16:39

2+ y ago16:39

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Interview with Ann C. McKee, MD, author of Neuropathologic and Clinical Findings in Young Contact Sport Athletes Exposed to Repetitive Head Impacts. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Neuropathologic and Clinical Findings in Young Contact Sport Athletes Exposed to Repetitive Head Impacts…

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The Doctor is IN #1: Brain Vessels, MRI, & CTs Explained 17:03

2+ y ago17:03

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We are beginning season two with a 3 part “The doctor is In” Series going over questions with Dr. Stuart Fraser, the director of the pediatric stroke program with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. This month’s Part one episode focuses on medical terms parents read on radiology reports and goes into more detail about the different radiolo…

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Dementia Risk and Disadvantaged Neighborhoods 17:08

2+ y ago17:08

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Interview with Kristine Yaffe, MD, author of Dementia Risk and Disadvantaged Neighborhoods. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Dementia Risk and Disadvantaged Neighborhoods

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Against the Odds 21:17

2+ y ago21:17

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Today is the end of season one, our 15th episode. We talk about why some parents of children who have suffered a stroke feel like they don't fit in and provide an analogy that hopefully will change that mindset. Our guests today are AVM Brain bleed survivors Kyler Lewis and Ashley Lindsey who talk about what it is like to deal with brain vessel dis…

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Automated Interpretation of Clinical Electroencephalograms Using Artificial Intelligence 13:47

2+ y ago13:47

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Interview with Sándor Beniczky, MD, PhD, author of Automated Interpretation of Clinical Electroencephalograms Using Artificial Intelligence. Hosted by Cynthia Armand, MD. Related Content: Automated Interpretation of Clinical Electroencephalograms Using Artificial Intelligence

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Physical Activity and Brain Health in Aging 51:58

2+ y ago51:58

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Engaging in everyday physical activity can influence brain and cognitive health. Zvinka Z. Zlatar, Ph.D., shares how physical activity can potentially reduce risk for Alzheimer's disease and other cognitive issues. She reviews the current excercise recommendations for older adults and how digital devices can help us reach our goals. Series: "Stein …