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Trials for Patients with Brain Tumors and Difficult Diseases
by Guest Author
Santosh Kesari, MD, PhD, of Pacific Neuroscience Institute is the principal investigator for more than a dozen clinical trials, of which 8 are brain tumor-related. Dr. Kesari is Director of Neuro-oncology at PNI, and Chair and Professor of the Department of Translational Neurosciences at Saint John’s Cancer Institute. He is ranked among the top 1 percent of neuro-oncologists and neurologists in the nation, according to Castle Connolly Medical Ltd, and is an internationally recognized scientist and clinician.
VR Games Could Offer Hope for Delaying Dementia
by Guest Author
Virtual reality games that combine physical activity and brain-training may help slow cognitive decline in older adults, research at Pacific Neuroscience Institute suggests.
Professional Spotlight: Dr. Jennifer Bramen’s Innovations in Science & Technology
by Amelia Garrison
Jennifer Bramen, PhD, is dedicated to improving the lives of patients through patient-centered technology at Pacific Brain Health Center.
iPACES: Neuro-exergame Study for Patients With Mild Cognitive Impairment
by Guest Author
Multi-center trial iPACES, launches to study the connection between exercise and brain health with a specialized and patented neuro-exergame.
PNI team at Saint John’s first in the nation to treat glioblastoma patient with revolutionary radiation therapy
by Guest Author
Using the Xoft Axxent Electronic Brachytherapy System, the landmark procedure may help extend progression free survival and improve quality of life for those battling deadly form of cancer. SANTA MONICA, CA – A team of multidisciplinary specialists at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI) became the first in...
Psilocybin Clinical Trial for Depression Launches at Pacific Neuroscience Institute
by Zara Jethani
Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI) located at Providence Saint John's Health Center, has activated a new psilocybin clinical trial and has begun participant enrollment.
PNI Founders’ Message 2022
by Daniel F. Kelly
At Pacific Neuroscience Institute, we are looking forward to what lies ahead with fresh excitement. Neurological diseases do not stop and neither have we.
Elaine’s Story: How Giving Back Is Helping Me Heal After the Death of My Husband
by Amelia Garrison
Elaine Lipworth, Senior Content Writer at Thrive Global, writes about her donation to Dr. Santosh Kesari's Neuroscience Research at Pacific Neuroscience Institute after the death of her husband.
The Role of Clinical Trials at PNI
by Amelia Garrison
Clinical trials are research studies that play a critical role in the advancement of clinical and medical knowledge about disease. At Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI), there are a number of upcoming and ongoing trials for patients with various neurological conditions.
PNI and Alzheimer’s Los Angeles Partner Up
by Amelia Garrison
Pacific Neuroscience Institute Foundation proudly sponsored Alzheimer's LA's 2021 40th anniversary event, Making Memories Festival.
Last updated: December 2nd, 2021