Pacific Neuroscience Institute

Everyone knows that exercise is good. Everyone also knows it's hard to stick to a routine and keep motivated. PNI Dr. @Sarah C. McEwen, Ph.D., NSCA-CPT has answers to keep you going in this article. https://www.insider.com/how-to-stay-motivated-to-workout

There's reason to celebrate here at PNI! For the 2nd year in a row, we've won the prestigious NASBS award. What is that? Check out our newsletter. This month you'll also find a treasure of informational links to videos by Dr. Kelly about our minimally invasive and keyhole surgical approaches. ... Dive in! Sign up to receive our monthly newsletter below https://www.pacificneuroscienceinstitute.org//newsletter-/

#ThrowbackThursday Check out these fun pictures from the festivities at the "Go Gray in May" awareness event. PNI doctors and staff participated to raise awareness for brain tumor treatment and research by wearing Gray ribbons, clothes, and masks. Going Gray in May signifies the gray matter in our brains as well as helps us show our solidarity and support to those with brain tumors.

Dr. Scott Kaiser, a board-certified family physician, and geriatrician is the Director of Geriatric Cognitive Health and provides specialty geriatric medical consultations at the Pacific Brain Health Center. Focused on the needs of older patients, he works with his colleagues to provide an integrated and holistic approach to their cognitive challenges. With this whole person approach, Dr. Kaiser works to connect patients and their families with a broad range of resources to... support their overall health and well being. Dr. Kaiser completed his undergraduate studies at Vassar College with a degree in Science, Technology, and Society. He received his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine of USC and went on to train within the Lawrence Family Medicine Residency, a program dedicated to community health and the care of underserved populations. You can read more about Dr. Kaiser at the link below https://www.pacificneuroscienceinstitute.org//scott-kaiser/ And listen to more podcasts on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/075dKQ98lCMkSybPE2vRyR Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com//podca/think-neuro/id1504903278

So happy and proud to see such an outpouring of support for our brain tumor patients, inspired by some our own patients! The strength and solidarity in physicial and emotional healing is essential for a balanced treatment #Pacificneuro #PNI #saintjohns #BTAM

Join the @Alzheimer's Association in going purple and raising awareness this month. The more people who know about Alzheimer's, the more action we inspire. Our doctors -Dr. Stella Panos -Dr. Scott Kaiser... -Dr. David Merril -Dr. Verna Porter focuses on PNI Alzheimers patients To learn more visit: https://www.pacificneuroscienceinstitute.org//alzheimers-/ #awarenessmonth #alzheimers #brainhealth #pacificneuro #neuroscience

Are you likely to get shingles? Read these articles from Insider and HealthCentral featuring out very own Dr. Scott Kaiser and Dr. David A Merill that speak on the topic of shingles. Can you get it more than once? How contagious is it?... Click the links to learn more! #Shingles #Diseases #PacificNeuro https://www.insider.com/can-you-get-shingles-more-than-once https://www.insider.com/is-shingles-contagious https://www.healthcentral.com/sl/shingles-vaccine-education

Happy Friday! Exciting things are happening at PNI. Here’s a behind the scenes look at a COVID-era educational discussion recording for an upcoming Think Neuro podcast episode. The number of live participants and crew were limited. They received a COVID test, and were found to be negative prior to the filming. All maintained proper social distancing during recording and mask-wearing when not in front of the camera. Keep an eye out for this and other future episodes of our p...odcast! In the meantime, you can check out our library of episodes ready for listening by following the link in our bio. #ThinkNeuro #ThinkPNI #BehindTheScenes

PODCAST: Episode 8 is now LIVE! Listen in on your favorite streaming service. Ever heard of a disease called Trigeminal Neuralgia? It's called the "Suicide Disease" because it causes unbearable pain in the face and temples. It's often triggered by everyday things like brushing teeth, shaving, or putting on makeup. In many cases, the culprit is an out-of-place blood vessel that rubs against the trigeminal nerve in the side of the face. Other causes include tumors, infections,... inflammatory conditions, or traumatic injury. Whatever the reason, the nerve short-circuits, bringing on stabbing, searing pain. Dr. Barkhoudarian and the Pacific Facial Pain Center team offer a comprehensive approach to treatment. They try medication first and move on to surgery if the condition persists. That may mean a minimally invasive surgery, working close to the nerves by the brain. It takes a light touch, and Dr. Barkhoudarian, an expert in keyhole neurosurgery, has one. Often, the pain is gone as soon as a patient wakes from anesthesia. To a sufferer of Trigeminal Neuralgia, Dr. Barkhoudarian is a miracle worker. To him, it’s another wonder of his profession, and one that can make a huge difference in his patients’ lives. #ThinkNeuro #TrigeminalNeuralgia #FacialPain

In our latest blog post, Dr. Natalie Diaz covers the importance of sleep in a two-part article. Read part 1 by clicking the link and let us know your thoughts in the comments! Have you been getting enough sleep?... #Sleep #MovementDisorders #PacificNeuro https://www.pacificneuroscienceinstitute.org//the-importa/

A few of our doctors have been featured in various media outlets speaking on the topic of COVID-19. From taking care of your body to how the stress of COVID-19 affects your brain, our doctors take on the toughest of topics in these articles. Read more by clicking the links below.... https://www.huffpost.com//body-brain-quarantine-coronaviru https://www.bustle.com/p/why-youre-sleeping-better-during-t https://www.businessinsider.com/what-coronavirus-covid19-pa

Dr. Walavan Sivakumar is a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon with a focus on skull base and minimally invasive and endoscopic neurosurgery. Selected as a multiple-year recipient of the Super Doctor Rising Stars Edition, Dr. Sivakumar has a particular interest and expertise in brain tumors, skull base tumors, pituitary/parasellar tumors, and intraventricular brain tumors, and he applies the keyhole concept, utilizing advanced neuroimaging and microsurgical techniques to minimize... collateral damage to the brain. He practices at PNI-South Bay located at Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center in Torrance, California. In addition, he treats patients at the Spine Institute at Little Company of Mary to help relieve and cure back conditions due to spine involvement. Get to know Dr. Sivakumar by listening to this NEW Think Neuro Doctor Profile, now available on your favorite streaming platform. #ThinkNeuro #Podcast #Spine

"Jack Verschleiser, a 2017 UCLA graduate who now oversees the university’s ZBT fraternity organization, was struck that two current members had personal experience with cancer. So when the issue of where to direct ZBT’s annual charitable contribution for the year arose, cancer research and treatment seemed like a natural choice." Read more about this donation in our latest blog post.... #PacificNeuro #Donation #PacificBrainTumor https://www.pacificneuroscienceinstitute.org//zbt-fratern/

Dr. Kelly is known worldwide for his work in minimally invasive surgical techniques predominantly for the treatment of brain, skull base and pituitary tumors. Read more about the soft-spoken and eloquent neurosurgeon who is loved by his patients and respected by his colleagues. #PacificNeuro #Neuroscience https://www.pacificneuroscienceinstitute.org//physician-s/

PODCAST MINI | A new Dr. Profile is here! Listen in on your favorite podcast platform. Dr. David M. Butler is board certified both by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology. Affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center throughout his career, Dr. Butler has been providing compassionate, expert care to his patients since 1988. In 2019, he transitioned over to Pacific Eye, Ear & Skull Base Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute. #ThinkNeuro #Podcast

What is Burnout? Burnout is a type of work-related stress that can negatively affect your health. The symptoms can include frustration, sadness, and lack of hope.... So how exactly can you prevent burn out? Read this article by Business Insider featuring Dr. David A. Merrill to learn the exact ways you can prevent burning out at work. #Burnout #WorkExhaustion #MentalHealth #PacificNeuro https://www.insider.com/what-is-burnout

Seeking help for you or your loved one’s movement disorder is important and we’re here to support. Join us for this free LIVE VIRTUAL lecture and Q&A to learn more about Parkinson’s and ET. We’ll help you separate the truth from the myths regarding movement disorders, explain current and emerging therapies in Parkinson’s and ET, and get the latest insights into treatment options.

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PODCAST | New Doctor profile is live! Listen in on your favorite streaming service! Dr. Jose Carrillo is a neurologist and neuro-oncologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of brain tumors, including glioblastoma, lymphoma, meningioma, and brain metastases, as well as the neurologic complications of cancer. Dr. Carrillo is involved with several clinical trials and has been recognized by Coast magazine as a Physician of Excellence, and by L.A. Magazine as a Southern California Super Doctor.