Your Complex Brain

Krembil Brain Institute
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Explore the myths, mysteries, and medical breakthroughs of the most complex and powerful organ in your body – your brain. Weaving together expert interviews with heartfelt, inspiring snapshots of the patients and family members in the middle of it all, Heather Sherman dives into the latest science on Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, epilepsy, stroke, concussion, spinal cord injury, brain cancer, chronic pain and other brain diseases and disorders. Along the way she uncovers surprising insights, sheds light on the latest research, and shares heroic, real life stories from the people on the front lines. Brought to you by Krembil Brain Institute at UHN, one of the largest and most comprehensive neurological centres in North America. Learn more about our mission at: http://www.uhn.ca/krembil

  1. 2024-11-26 · CONTENU BONI

    From Fatigued to Focussed: A Cancer Survivor's Journey with Sleep Apnea

    In this bonus episode, we delve into the life-changing journey of Carmen Chu, a cancer survivor and mother who was diagnosed with sleep apnea. Carmen shares her struggles with interrupted sleep, fatigue, and the impact on her daily life. She discusses her experience with sleep tests and the transformative benefits of using a CPAP machine. Additional Resources UHN’s Centre for Sleep Health and Research Dr. Frances Chung named UHN Inventor of the Year Dr. Douglas Bradley featured in KITE Research spotlight: Use of non-invasive breathing device to alleviate obstructive and central sleep apnea improves quality of life  The Your Complex Brain production team is Heather Sherman, Jessica Schmidt, Dr. Amy Ma, Kim Perry, Alley Wilson, Sara Yuan, Meagan Anderi, Liz Chapman, and Lorna Gilfedder. The Krembil Brain Institute, part of University Health Network, in Toronto, is home to one of the world's largest and most comprehensive teams of physicians and scientists uniquely working hand-in-hand to prevent and confront problems of the brain and spine, such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, stroke, spinal cord injury, chronic pain, brain cancer or concussion, in their lifetime. Through state-of-the-art patient care and advanced research, we are working relentlessly toward finding new treatments and cures. Do you want to know more about the Krembil Brain Institute at UHN? Visit us at: uhn.ca/krembil To get in touch, email us at krembil@uhn.ca or message us on social media: Instagram - @krembilresearch Twitter - @KBI_UHN Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KrembilBrainInstitute Thanks for listening!

    13 min

  2. 2024-11-12 · CONTENU BONI

    "I felt...a very electric shock": One Woman's Story of Extreme Facial Pain

    In this bonus episode, we share Adriana Salazar's powerful and emotional journey. Adriana, a 40-year-old mother and wife, first experienced the pain on her honeymoon in Portugal. The pain disappeared but returned during her pregnancy, escalating to a point where she couldn't smile or eat. Despite seeing multiple specialists, she received her diagnosis only after her daughter's birth. After undergoing microvascular decompression surgery, Adriana finally found relief. Her journey from debilitating pain and struggles with misdiagnoses to reclaiming her life highlights the resilience and strength of those battling trigeminal neuralgia. Additional Resources Dr. Hodaie was interviewed on Season 1 of Your Complex Brain – "The most painful brain disease you've never heard of" Toronto neurosurgeon marks 1,000th operation treating 'excruciating' facial pain syndrome (CBC story) Dr. Hodaie recounts her journey from new immigrant to neurosurgeon (video) Brain Aging in Fast Forward (UHN Research article) Dr. Hodaie was a featured speaker at KBI's first-ever 'International Day of Women and Girls in Science' event (video) The Your Complex Brain production team is Heather Sherman, Jessica Schmidt, Dr. Amy Ma, Kim Perry, Alley Wilson, Sara Yuan, Meagan Anderi, Liz Chapman, and Lorna Gilfedder. The Krembil Brain Institute, part of University Health Network, in Toronto, is home to one of the world's largest and most comprehensive teams of physicians and scientists uniquely working hand-in-hand to prevent and confront problems of the brain and spine, such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, stroke, spinal cord injury, chronic pain, brain cancer or concussion, in their lifetime. Through state-of-the-art patient care and advanced research, we are working relentlessly toward finding new treatments and cures. Do you want to know more about the Krembil Brain Institute at UHN? Visit us at: uhn.ca/krembil To get in touch, email us at krembil@uhn.ca or message us on social media: Instagram - @krembilresearch Twitter - @KBI_UHN Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KrembilBrainInstitute Thanks for listening!

    16 min

  3. 2024-10-29 · CONTENU BONI

    Epilepsy and Motherhood: One Mom’s Journey

    Today, we’re diving into the deeply personal journey of Julianne Hazelwood, a journalist and new mother, who has lived with epilepsy since her early teenage years. Julianne shares her transformational experience of motherhood, the challenges of managing epilepsy, and how The Lullaby Project—a group that brings together expectant mothers with songwriters to create a song for their baby—became a therapeutic outlet during her pregnancy. Additional Resources The Lullaby Project The Lullaby Project Playlist Julianne Hazlewood's CBC radio documentary on White Coat Black Art Dr. Esther Bui was interviewed in Season 2 of Your Complex Brain podcast - A New Era in Women's Brain Health: Closing the Gap on Delayed Diagnosis Advancing Women's Neurology through Education, Research and Advocacy (U of T story featuring Dr. Esther Bui & Dr. Aleksandra Pikula) Dr. Esther Bui was featured in UHN Foundation 'Know Your Heroes' series The Your Complex Brain production team is Heather Sherman, Jessica Schmidt, Dr. Amy Ma, Kim Perry, Alley Wilson, Sara Yuan, Meagan Anderi, Liz Chapman, and Lorna Gilfedder. The Krembil Brain Institute, part of University Health Network, in Toronto, is home to one of the world's largest and most comprehensive teams of physicians and scientists uniquely working hand-in-hand to prevent and confront problems of the brain and spine, such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, stroke, spinal cord injury, chronic pain, brain cancer or concussion, in their lifetime. Through state-of-the-art patient care and advanced research, we are working relentlessly toward finding new treatments and cures. Do you want to know more about the Krembil Brain Institute at UHN? Visit us at: uhn.ca/krembil To get in touch, email us at krembil@uhn.ca or message us on social media: Instagram - @krembilresearch Twitter - @KBI_UHN Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KrembilBrainInstitute Thanks for listening!

    17 min

  4. 2024-10-15 · CONTENU BONI

    Life After Stroke: A Young Woman’s Recovery

    In this powerful and inspiring bonus episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of Shruti Kothari, a 34-year-old actress and stroke survivor. On March 7, 2020, just before the pandemic shook the world, Shruti experienced a stroke while hosting friends at her apartment. Her left side went numb, and thanks to a quick-thinking friend trained in recognizing stroke symptoms, paramedics were called immediately. Shruti’s story is not just one of survival but thriving against all odds. She talks about her rehabilitation process, an innovative program that helped her regain movement in her arm, and her determination to continue her acting career. Despite the challenges, Shruti’s optimism and drive to give back to the community shine through. Additional Resources UHN's Stroke Prevention Clinic Dr. Pikula was interviewed in the Your Complex Brain episode "The Rise of Stroke in Young Adults" UHN Foundation video "Shruti's journey back to the stage, with some help from Team UHN" Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada – Women's Digital Hub World Stroke Academy podcast featuring Dr. Lindsay The Your Complex Brain production team is Heather Sherman, Jessica Schmidt, Dr. Amy Ma, Kim Perry, Alley Wilson, Sara Yuan, Meagan Anderi, Liz Chapman, and Lorna Gilfedder. The Krembil Brain Institute, part of University Health Network, in Toronto, is home to one of the world's largest and most comprehensive teams of physicians and scientists uniquely working hand-in-hand to prevent and confront problems of the brain and spine, such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, stroke, spinal cord injury, chronic pain, brain cancer or concussion, in their lifetime. Through state-of-the-art patient care and advanced research, we are working relentlessly toward finding new treatments and cures. Do you want to know more about the Krembil Brain Institute at UHN? Visit us at: uhn.ca/krembil To get in touch, email us at krembil@uhn.ca or message us on social media: Instagram - @krembilresearch Twitter - @KBI_UHN Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KrembilBrainInstitute Thanks for listening!

    22 min

  5. 2024-10-01

    Beyond the Page: One Teacher's Journey with a Reading Disability

    In this bonus episode, we dive deeper into the lived experience of Matthew Cote, a teacher and advocate for those living with learning disabilities, including reading disabilities. Matthew shares his personal journey, detailing how his reading disability impacted his early years, from struggling to decode words and feeling isolated to the turning point when he received assistive technology that transformed his learning experience. He also talks about the crucial role of support from his family, particularly his mother, and his teacher who helped him believe in himself. Additional Resources Dr. Cathy Barr's UHN Research website UHN Foundation story featuring Dr. Cathy Barr – "Reading the Genome" Sick Kids Empower Reading & Learning Group Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario The Your Complex Brain production team is Heather Sherman, Jessica Schmidt, Dr. Amy Ma, Kim Perry, Alley Wilson, Sara Yuan, Meagan Anderi, Liz Chapman, and Lorna Gilfedder. The Krembil Brain Institute, part of University Health Network, in Toronto, is home to one of the world's largest and most comprehensive teams of physicians and scientists uniquely working hand-in-hand to prevent and confront problems of the brain and spine, such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, stroke, spinal cord injury, chronic pain, brain cancer or concussion, in their lifetime. Through state-of-the-art patient care and advanced research, we are working relentlessly toward finding new treatments and cures. Do you want to know more about the Krembil Brain Institute at UHN? Visit us at: uhn.ca/krembil To get in touch, email us at krembil@uhn.ca or message us on social media: Instagram - @krembilresearch Twitter - @KBI_UHN Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KrembilBrainInstitute Thanks for listening!

    14 min

  6. 2024-09-17 · CONTENU BONI

    From Patient to Physician: One UHN Doctor’s Neurofibromatosis Story

    Neurofibromatosis, also known as NF, is one of the most common genetic disorders affecting about 1 in 3000 people globally. However, little is known about the condition causing it to often be misdiagnosed or go undiagnosed. Neurofibromatosis causes different types of tumors to form in various parts of the body. In this bonus episode, Dr. Ryan Thomas, a family physician and Clinical Associate at UHN's Elisabeth Raab Neurofibromatosis Clinic—the only adult NF clinic in Canada—shares his personal journey with NF. Diagnosed in his late twenties, Dr. Thomas underwent a life-changing surgery to remove a large tumor in his chest, just two months before his wedding. His experience provides a unique perspective on the condition, allowing him to connect deeply with his patients. Additional Resources Canadian First : UHN Opens Multidisciplinary Clinic on Genetic Disorder Elisabeth Raab Accelerator of Science to End Neurofibromatosis Neurofibromatosis Ontario Dr. Gelareh Zadeh's lab – link to more info about the Elisabeth Raab Neurofibromatosis Clinic Children's Tumour Foundation The Your Complex Brain production team is Heather Sherman, Jessica Schmidt, Dr. Amy Ma, Kim Perry, Alley Wilson, Sara Yuan, Meagan Anderi, Liz Chapman, and Lorna Gilfedder. The Krembil Brain Institute, part of University Health Network, in Toronto, is home to one of the world's largest and most comprehensive teams of physicians and scientists uniquely working hand-in-hand to prevent and confront problems of the brain and spine, such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, stroke, spinal cord injury, chronic pain, brain cancer or concussion, in their lifetime. Through state-of-the-art patient care and advanced research, we are working relentlessly toward finding new treatments and cures. Do you want to know more about the Krembil Brain Institute at UHN? Visit us at: uhn.ca/krembil To get in touch, email us at krembil@uhn.ca or message us on social media: Instagram - @krembilresearch Twitter - @KBI_UHN Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KrembilBrainInstitute Thanks for listening!

    10 min

  7. 2024-09-03 · CONTENU BONI

    Pedalling with Purpose: Fighting Parkinson’s with Exercise

    Parkinson's disease is the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world, affecting over 100,000 Canadians and 12,000 new cases diagnosed every year. In this bonus episode of Your Complex Brain, we explore the transformative power of exercise in managing Parkinson's symptoms and possibly slowing the disease’s progression. Join us as we hear from Steven Iseman, who was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease at 48. Now 58, Steven shares his remarkably journey from hiding his diagnosis to becoming a passionate advocate for Parkinson’s awareness and the benefits of exercise. Learn how he co-founded the Rigid Riders cycling club and the Spinning Wheels Tour, cycling 8,000 km across Canada to connect with and support others living with Parkinson’s. Steven’s story is one of resilience, community and the relentless pursuit of a better life despite his diagnosis. Discover how exercise has not only helped Steven manage his symptoms but also given him a renewed sense of purpose and direction. Additional Resources UHN Movement Disorders Clinic website Kalia Labs website Video: Dr. Lorraine Kalia on why she studies Parkinson's Video: Dr. Lorraine Kalia Discusses the Latest in Parkinson's Research on TVO's The Agenda Video: The Rigid Riders Story Spinning Wheels Cycling Tour The Your Complex Brain production team is Heather Sherman, Jessica Schmidt, Dr. Amy Ma, Kim Perry, Alley Wilson, Sara Yuan, Meagan Anderi, Liz Chapman, and Lorna Gilfedder. The Krembil Brain Institute, part of University Health Network, in Toronto, is home to one of the world's largest and most comprehensive teams of physicians and scientists uniquely working hand-in-hand to prevent and confront problems of the brain and spine, such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, stroke, spinal cord injury, chronic pain, brain cancer or concussion, in their lifetime. Through state-of-the-art patient care and advanced research, we are working relentlessly toward finding new treatments and cures. Do you want to know more about the Krembil Brain Institute at UHN? Visit us at: uhn.ca/krembil To get in touch, email us at krembil@uhn.ca or message us on social media: Instagram - @krembilresearch Twitter - @KBI_UHN Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KrembilBrainInstitute Thanks for listening!

    14 min

  8. 2024-08-20 · CONTENU BONI

    Unbroken: John Ruffolo’s Inspiring Path to Recovery From a Spinal Cord Injury

    In this bonus episode of Your Complex Brain, we hear from John Ruffolo, Founder and Managing Partner of Maverix Private Equity, who shares his personal journey of surviving a life-threatening cycling accident in 2020 that left him with a severe spinal cord injury. John recounts the harrowing moments following the accident, his extensive surgeries, and his remarkable recovery journey. Despite being diagnosed with the most severe grading of spinal cord injury, John’s relentless spirit and dedication to physical therapy have led to astonishing improvements in his mobility. Featuring: John Ruffolo is the Founder and Managing Partner of Maverix Private Equity, a private equity firm focused on technology-enabled growth and disruption investment strategies. Maverix invests in health and wellness, financial services, transportation and logistics, live, work, play and learn and retail. As an active board member in the profit and not-for-profit sectors, John works with many leading innovative organizations and has been recognized as Canada's #1 of 100 Most Powerful Business People by Canadian Business Magazine and was selected as one of Toronto's 50 Most Influential People by Toronto Life. He is currently living with a spinal cord injury. Additional Resources UHN's Spinal Cord Injury Clinic Dr. Fehlings' Laboratory for Neural Repair and Regeneration website Dr. Fehling's interview on Season 1 of Your Complex Brain, 'Revolutionary Advances in Spinal Cord Injury' PSI Foundation feature story on Dr. Laureen Hachem Toronto's Top Grad Dreams Big – Toronto.com feature story on Dr. Laureen Hachem as a high school student The Globe and Mail feature story on John Ruffolo The Your Complex Brain production team is Heather Sherman, Jessica Schmidt, Dr. Amy Ma, Kim Perry, Alley Wilson, Sara Yuan, Meagan Anderi, Liz Chapman, and Lorna Gilfedder. The Krembil Brain Institute, part of University Health Network, in Toronto, is home to one of the world's largest and most comprehensive teams of physicians and scientists uniquely working hand-in-hand to prevent and confront problems of the brain and spine, such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, stroke, spinal cord injury, chronic pain, brain cancer or concussion, in their lifetime. Through state-of-the-art patient care and advanced research, we are working relentlessly toward finding new treatments and cures. Do you want to know more about the Krembil Brain Institute at UHN? Visit us at: uhn.ca/krembil To get in touch, email us at krembil@uhn.ca or message us on social media: Instagram - @krembilresearch Twitter - @KBI_UHN Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KrembilBrainInstitute Thanks for listening!

    17 min
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Explore the myths, mysteries, and medical breakthroughs of the most complex and powerful organ in your body – your brain. Weaving together expert interviews with heartfelt, inspiring snapshots of the patients and family members in the middle of it all, Heather Sherman dives into the latest science on Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, epilepsy, stroke, concussion, spinal cord injury, brain cancer, chronic pain and other brain diseases and disorders. Along the way she uncovers surprising insights, sheds light on the latest research, and shares heroic, real life stories from the people on the front lines. Brought to you by Krembil Brain Institute at UHN, one of the largest and most comprehensive neurological centres in North America. Learn more about our mission at: http://www.uhn.ca/krembil

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  • Créateur
    Krembil Brain Institute
  • Années d’activité
    2022 - 2024
  • Épisodes
    53
  • Classement
    Tout public
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Your Complex Brain
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    Your Complex Brain

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