In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by tennis legend Monica Seles. They discuss Monica's iconic career, the life lessons she learned from tennis, her experience with Myasthenia Gravis, and the importance of advocacy for health awareness. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Andrea Markl Corse, Professor of Neurology and Director of the Myasthenia Gravis Clinic at The University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Corse explains what Myasthenia Gravis is and why advocacy makes a difference.

Additional Resources

Physical Activity Helps Manage Myasthenia Gravis

Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America

What is Myasthenia Gravis?

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Recovery Through Rhythm: Jazz Musician John Stein's Myasthenia Gravis Journey

Ashley Brooks on Advocating for Herself and Others with Myasthenia Gravis

Soap Opera Star Suzanne Rogers Brings Awareness to Myasthenia Gravis

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Guest: Monica Seles @monicaseles10s; Dr. Andrea Corse @unc_neurology

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by TV personality and dynamic presence in the world of mixology Rob Floyd. Rob discusses how he balances his career with family life, especially in light of his daughter's journey with a rare condition called Moyamoya. Rob also delves into the importance of mental health, community support, even some festive, brain-healthy mocktail ideas! Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Lisa Sun, a pediatric and vascular neurologist and associate professor of neurology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Sun discusses pediatric strokes and Moyamoya, the unique aspects of managing the disease, treatment options, and future research.

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About Rob Floyd

Moyamoya Foundation

A Young Woman with Moyamoya Disease Joins the Special Olympics

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Shedding Light and Love on a Rare Genetic Condition with Deborah Vauclare

Rare Thoughts on a Rarer Neurologic Condition

Answering Your Rare Disease Day Questions!

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Guest: Rob Floyd @drinkwithrob; Dr. Lisa Sun @hopkinschildrens

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Olympian Colby Stevenson, who shares his incredible journey as a freestyle skier. Colby discusses his passion for skiing, the challenges he faced after a serious car crash and traumatic brain injury (TBI), and how he overcame adversity through hard work, a positive mindset and support from loved ones. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Kian Nasiri, a physiatrist specializing in TBI at Northwestern University. He discusses the role of physiatrists in recovery from brain injuries, highlights innovative treatments like neuromodulation, and emphasizes the significance of social support for patients and their families during recovery.

Additional Resources

What Is Traumatic Brain Injury?

How Sports Neurologists Protect Football Players' Brains

After Traumatic Brain Injury, a Veteran Finds Purpose in Advocacy

Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on These Topics

Veteran Lindsay Gutierrez is Reaching New Heights with Traumatic Brain Injury

U.S. Soccer Legend Briana Scurry on Concussion and Mental Health

Healing the Traumatized Brain with Dr. Sandeep Vaishnavi

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Guest: Colby Stevenson @colby_stevenson; Dr. Nassiri @nufeinbergmed

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD