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June 7, 2024

That’s What Friends Are For

by PNI Experts

There are special days in the year allocated to acknowledging friendship: National Best Friend day (June 8, 2024) and National Friendship day (August 4, 2024). Friendship and socialization are important all year round. Dive in to learn more about how vital friends are.

Myasthenia Gravis
June 1, 2024

Unveiling Myasthenia Gravis: Top 6 Questions Answered

by Zara Jethani

June is Myasthenia Gravis awareness month. This rare, long-term condition results in approximately 36,000 to 60,000 cases in the United States. Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is a complex neuromuscular autoimmune disorder that causes weakness and fatigue in the voluntary muscles. Here, we aim to address the top questions surrounding Myasthenia Gravis.

May 23, 2024

Forget-Me-Not

by Zara Jethani

David Merrill, MD, PhD, Director of the Brain Health Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute®, was honored by OPICA at the 2024 Annual Forget-Me-Not Luncheon. OPICA Adult Day Program & Counseling Center has been serving older adults affected by memory loss and their families for over...

May 15, 2024

55. What Everyone Should Know About Strokes | Jason Tarpley, MD, PhD – Guest Podcast

by Anthony Effinger

Join us as Dr. Jason Tarpley joins the Your Healthy Dose podcast with Kym Douglas.
A stroke can be debilitating and even deadly. Join us for “What You Need to Know About Strokes,” when podcast host Kym Douglas talks with physician Dr. Jason Tarpley about the various kinds of strokes, the need for speed in assessing someone who may be having a stroke, what BEFAST stands for, the latest options for treatment, and the best opportunities for prevention.

April 18, 2024

Using Professional Experience Beyond Medicine to Treat the Vocal Cords│Romina Huerta

by Anthony Effinger

Use the term “vocal cords” and most people think of the structure that lets us talk, sing and yell. But these folds of throat tissue do much more. Listen to find out more.

Announcing Dale Bredesen MD at Pacific Neuroscience Institute
April 16, 2024

Renowned Alzheimer’s Neurologist Dale Bredesen, MD, Joins Pacific Neuroscience Institute

by Zara Jethani

Dale Bredesen, MD, joins Pacific Neuroscience Institute to lead the Precision Brain Health program. He believes that Alzheimer's is becoming optional. Learn more.

Preparing for Ketamine-assisted therapy
April 10, 2024

Preparing for Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy

by Zara Jethani

Preparation for ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) involves several key components aimed at ensuring the safety and efficacy of the treatment, as well as preparing the patient mentally and emotionally for the experience. Keep reading.

A patient guide to Ketamine-Assisted Therapy
March 27, 2024

A New Patient’s Guide to Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy

by Zara Jethani

In recent years, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) has emerged as a promising treatment for various mental health conditions, offering new hope to individuals who have not found relief through conventional therapies. Learn more.

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March 7, 2024

Dementia: A Recent Diagnosis?

by Zara Jethani

Has a loved one recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other dementia? As a care partner, your role necessarily extends beyond providing physical assistance. Learn what to do next after a dementia diagnosis.

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February 28, 2024

Gut Bacteria and Alzheimer’s: An Early Sign of Alzheimer’s Disease May Be Lurking in Your Gut Microbiome

by Brianna Rauchman

New research found a connection between the gut microbiome and Alzheimer's disease. Dr. David Merrill offers his insights on these findings.

Last updated: August 22nd, 2024