Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI)

We had a special visitor at Pacific Neuroscience Institute in October 2024—Mamadou, a true gentle giant. Diagnosed with gigantism at 16, Mamadou experienced severe headaches and vision problems as he shot up more than a foot in just one year. An MRI revealed a growth hormone-secreting tumor on his pituitary gland. After an initial surgery couldn't fully remove the tumor, his family turned to Dr. Daniel F. Kelly, MD. Thanks to Dr. Kelly’s successful surgery, Mamadou not only recovered but thrived. He went on to have a remarkable basketball career in high school, college, and professionally. Now, at 7’6”, Mamadou is in peak health. He recently returned to visit his care team—Dr. Kelly, Dr. Chester Griffiths MD, FACS, and nurse practitioner Amy Eisenberg—14 years after his life-changing surgery. “I’m so grateful for Dr. Kelly, Amy, and Dr. Griffiths," Mamadou shared. "I wouldn’t be here without them.” Watch Mamadou share his inspiring journey and heartfelt gratitude for the team at Pacific Neuroscience Institute, reflecting on how their care transformed his life. #gigantism #acromegaly #gratefulpatient #pituitarytumor #PacificNeuro

Ready to prioritize your health and longevity in 2025? Sign up for The Longevity Course, led by Molly Rapozo MS RDN CD,—a dietitian and researcher at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute with over 20 years of expertise in integrative and functional health. This comprehensive virtual course provides evidence-based insights into eating patterns, supplementation, gut health, exercise, stress management, and cognitive stimulation. Learn what truly works for living a long, fulfilling life. Begins 1/21/25 🗓️ Tuesdays at 11 am ⏰ Includes 4 group sessions + 1 personalized consultation 💻 Click the link below to sign up and start your journey toward a healthier, more rewarding future! https://lnkd.in/gsQXMgZB #Longevity #HealthGoals #WellnessJourney #HealthyAging #GutHealth #FunctionalMedicine #MindBodyHealth #HolisticHealth #HealthyLiving #LiveLongerLiveBetter

Living Better Today Through Movement Saturday, January 11, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Free Event | Santa Monica YMCA Learn how movement can transform lives in this engaging and interactive event focused on managing neurodegenerative diseases through exercise. Event Highlights: • Expert Insights: Learn practical strategies to incorporate neuro-motor exercises into your daily life. 🧠 💪 • Live Demonstrations: Experience therapeutic activities like ping pong, dance, and boxing. 🏓 💃🥊 • Community Connection: Enjoy open play, socializing, and refreshments. 🤝 ☕ Guest Speakers: • Dr. Melita Petrossian, MD – Neurology • Ryan Glatt, MS, CPT, NBC-HWC, – Brain Health Coach Featured Organizations: • Parkinson’s Foundation • NeuroWellness Alliance • Dancing Through Parkinson’s • Team Fox LA This event is free and open to the public. Don’t miss this opportunity to empower your journey to better health! ⭐ #HealthAndWellness #NeuroHealth #ParkinsonsAwareness #BrainHealth #MovementIsMedicine #ExerciseForLife #HealthyLiving #CommunityEvent #TherapeuticExercise #SantaMonicaEvents #ActiveLifestyle #BetterTogether 

Get ready for the 2025 Facial Nerve Symposium on February 22-23! 🩺 We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Tessa Hadlock as our guest speaker. Experience expert lectures, live patient demos, and a cadaver lab. Also, the Course Director will be Amit Kochhar MD. Early bird registration ends soon! Lock in your spot today by clicking the link below. https://lnkd.in/gMBRujep #FacialNerveSymposium #MedicalConference #EarlyBirdDiscount

🌟 Witness a life-changing moment for baby Zara! Born with profound sensory-neural hearing loss, traditional hearing aids were not appropriate for her. At just 6 months old, Zara is among a small number of children in the United States to receive a cochlear implant at an unusually early age, moving the usual 9-month timeline forward. Dr. Courtney Voelker, MD PhD performed the surgery and Dr. Rebecca Lewis activated the cochlear implants. The doctors discuss the positive developmental outcomes seen in children who receive implants at a very young age, emphasizing early intervention for hearing loss in children. Watch as Zara hears for the first time, a heartwarming milestone showcasing medical technology's impactful possibilities. #HearingMiracle #EarlyIntervention #HearingRestoration #cochlearimplant

When Janna was 20, her college life took an unexpected turn with sudden, severe hearing loss in one ear. After an MRI, she was diagnosed with a left vestibular schwannoma, commonly known as an acoustic neuroma. Though rare, these benign brain tumors are highly treatable with care from experienced neurosurgeons. Learn about Janna’s courageous treatment journey at PNI, where she received treatment from Dr. Daniel F. Kelly, MD, Dr. Garni Barkhoudarian, and Dr. Courtney Voelker, MD PhD. For more information on acoustic neuroma treatment, call us at 310-582-7450. #AcousticNeuroma #Neurosurgery #PNI

Have you had a baby in the last 15 months? Are you experiencing symptoms of depression such as sadness, anxiety, or feelings of being overwhelmed? If so, you may have postpartum depression. Find out if participating in our medical research study of a new single-dose investigational drug for postpartum depression may be an option for you. Reunion Neuroscience is the sponsor of the trial. Reunion is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for mental health conditions. With the Reconnect Study, research is being done on a possible treatment for postpartum depression (PPD). By participating in the Reconnect Trial, you could contribute to the development of a potential new treatment for postpartum depression that may benefit thousands of women who are experiencing similar symptoms. All trial-related assessments and medical care will be provided at no cost (no insurance required). Eligible participants will receive compensation for time and travel to attend trial visits. Minimum requirements to participate: • You are a female 18 to 45 years of age. • You had your baby sometime in the last 15 months. • You are experiencing signs of depression. • You have a caretaker who can look after your baby during the dosing session and for 24 hours after dosing. This study is evaluating RE104, an investigational psychedelic drug, as a potential treatment for PPD. For more information about this research study: 310-582-7611⁠ #PostpartumDepression #MentalHealthAwareness #PPDSupport #ClinicalTrials #MentalHealthResearch #PostpartumCare

Curious about the link between diet and brain health? 🧠⁠ In this Think Neuro Mini Podcast, Jennifer Bramen, PhD, discusses how insulin resistance, a key factor in Alzheimer’s, can be influenced by diet. Research shows that reducing carbohydrates not only helps manage insulin resistance but also leads to thicker cortices—more gray matter in your brain, measured via MRI.⁠ These findings highlight how dietary changes can support healthy aging and cognitive health.⁠ 🎧 Listen to this episode on your favorite podcast platform.⁠ #BrainHealth #HealthyAging #AlzheimersAwareness #CognitiveHealth #DietAndHealth #Neuroscience #Podcast #ThinkNeuro #InsulinResistance #CarbReduction #HealthyLifestyle #PreventiveCare

Happy Holidays from all of us at Pacific Neuroscience Institute! As we reflect on this year, we are filled with gratitude for our patients, colleagues, and community who inspire us every day. Wishing you a season filled with joy, love, and good health. Here’s to a bright and healthy new year ahead! 🎄✨ #HappyHolidays #SeasonOfGratitude #ThankYou #HealthyNewYear #PNICommunity #JoyAndHealth #LoveAndHope #GratefulHeart #BrightFuture #WellnessJourney

After undergoing surgery to remove a rare cancer from her neck and face, Jen received the devastating news that her facial nerve had been severed, leaving her with paralysis on the right side of her face. Determined to find help, she began searching for someone who could restore movement. One night, during an online search, she discovered facial nerve expert Dr. Amit Kochhar MD at Pacific Neuroscience Institute and sent him an email. By the next morning, she received a reassuring call. Dr. Kochhar assured her he could help, and neuro-ophthalmology surgeon Dr. Howard R Krauss, MD could work to restore her ability to blink. Watch Jen’s courageous journey today. #CancerSurvivor #MedicalMiracles #FacialParalysis #PatientStories #Neuroscience #FacialNerveRecovery #CancerAwareness #InspiringStories #HealthcareHeroes #RareCancer #HealingJourney #MedicalBreakthroughs #PacificNeuroscienceInstitute #CourageAndHope #PatientSupport