Stronger After Stroke

Episode 11: Brain Health - Interview with Tatjana Rundeck, M.D., Ph.D., FANA

Maintaining a healthy brain is possible with a series of specific life choices. In this episode of the “Stronger After Stroke” podcast, Tatjana Rundeck, M.D., Ph.D., FANA, shares what these choices are, how they can affect your brain health and, ultimately, how they can improve your overall quality of life.

Dr. Rundeck is a professor of neurology and public health sciences at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in Florida and the scientific director of Evelyn F. McKnight Brain Institute at the University of Miami. Rosa Hart, BSN, R.N., SCRN, is the stroke nurse navigator for Norton Healthcare and hosts the discussion.

https://mbi-umiami.org/lab-member/tatjana-rundek-m-d-ph-d-fana/

If you enjoyed this podcast, listen to Norton Healthcare’s other podcast, “MedChat,” available in your favorite podcast app. “MedChat” provides CME on the go and is targeted toward physicians and health care clinicians with the latest updates on adult and pediatric topics.

Norton Healthcare, a not-for-profit health care system, is a leader in serving adult and pediatric patients throughout Greater Louisville, Southern Indiana, the commonwealth of Kentucky and beyond. Five Louisville hospitals provide inpatient and outpatient general care as well as specialty care, including heart, neuroscience, cancer, orthopedic, women’s and pediatric services. A strong research program provides access to clinical trials in a multitude of areas. More information about Norton Healthcare is available at NortonHealthcare.com.

Date of original release: Oct. 9, 2023

Episode 15: The Heart & Brain Connection: Heart Care After Stroke

On this episode of the Stronger After Stroke podcast, we speak with Sofya Kuznetsov, M.D., cardiac electrophysiologist, Norton Heart & Vascular Institute. She helps us understand why, after surviving a stroke, a patient might be referred for a heart health evaluation.

Dr. Kuznetsov specializes in abnormal heart rhythms, called cardiac arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation. She and her team support patients with heart rhythm disorders with a variety of treatments, including cardiac ablations and devices that are implanted and monitored, like pacemakers and defibrillators.

Rosa Hart, BSN, R.N., SCRN, a stroke nurse navigator for Norton Healthcare, hosts the discussion.

Connect with Norton Neuroscience Institute Resource Centers for support after stroke:

https://nortonhealthcare.com/services-and-conditions/neurosciences/services/stroke-faqs/patient-resources/

To schedule an appointment with a cardiologist or for more heart health resources:

https://nortonhealthcare.com/services-and-conditions/heart-and-vascular-care/patient-resources/

Norton Healthcare, a not-for-profit health care system, is a leader in serving adult and pediatric patients throughout Greater Louisville, Southern Indiana, the commonwealth of Kentucky and beyond. Five Louisville hospitals provide inpatient and outpatient general care as well as specialty care, including heart, neuroscience, cancer, orthopedic, women’s and pediatric services. A strong research program provides access to clinical trials in a multitude of areas. More information about Norton Healthcare is available at NortonHealthcare.com .

If you enjoyed this podcast, listen to Norton Healthcare’s other podcast, “MedChat,” available in your favorite podcast app. “MedChat” provides CME on the go and is targeted toward physicians and clinicians to offer the latest updates on adult and pediatric health care topics.

Date of original release: February 12, 2024

Stroke alters your life in many ways, but you still can have a great life after surviving one. Hear from stroke survivors and medical specialists about being stronger after stroke. The “Stronger After Stroke” podcast discusses difficult topics, such as family relationships and sex after stroke. It also shares survivors’ stories about navigating life after stroke. This Episode: Emotional Coping after Stroke – Cheryl Young, MAMFT, LMFT, MSCS Summary: This episode of the Stronger After Stroke podcast brings practical strategies for strengthening your mind-body connection. After a stroke, the survivor and their loved ones experience an increase in anxiety and depression. Listen in on a conversation with a chronic illness counselor Cheryl Young as she walks us through coping strategies and an exercise in mindfulness. Speakers Cheryl Young, MAMFT, LMFT, MSCS Rosa Hart, BSN, RN, SCRN Stroke Nurse Navigator, Norton Neuroscience Institute Resource Center Show Notes: Connect with the NNI Resource Center for support after stroke: https://nortonhealthcare.com/services-and-conditions/neurosciences/services/stroke-faqs/patient-resources/ To contact Cheryl Young for counseling services: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/cheryl-young-louisville-ky/732057

Norton Healthcare, a not-for-profit health care system, is a leader in serving adult and pediatric patients throughout Greater Louisville, Southern Indiana, the commonwealth of Kentucky and beyond. Five Louisville hospitals provide inpatient and outpatient general care as well as specialty care including heart, neuroscience, cancer, orthopedic, women’s and pediatric services. A strong research program provides access to clinical trials in a multitude of areas. More information about Norton Healthcare is available at NortonHealthcare.com.

Episode 10: "How Long Until I'm Back to Normal?" Rehab Expectations interview with Colin Hulls, PT and Keegan Humphrey, OT. In this episode of the Stronger After Stroke podcast we discuss the principles of neuroplasticity and frequently asked questions after a stroke. Both Colin Hulls, PT, DPT, NCS, AIB-VRII/CON and Keegan Humphrey MSOT, OTR/L CDRS CSRS CLVT CFPS CDI DPAM are specialized in neuroscience therapies and bring clinical experience in outpatient physical and occupational therapy. Rosa Hart, BSN, RN, SCRN is the stroke nurse navigator for Norton Healthcare and hosts the discussion. Connect with the NNI Resource Center for support after stroke: https://nortonhealthcare.com/services-and-conditions/neurosciences/services/stroke-faqs/patient-resources/ Find out more about Norton Specialty Rehab: https://nortonhealthcare.com/services-and-conditions/rehab-services-and-treatments/locations/norton-specialty-rehabilitation-center/ Get the Neuroplasticity Quick Facts here! Norton Healthcare, a not for profit healthcare system, is a leader in serving adult and pediatric patients throughout Greater Louisville, Southern Indiana, the commonwealth of Kentucky and beyond. Five Louisville Hospitals provide inpatient and outpatient general care as well as specialty care including heart, neuroscience, cancer, orthopedic, women’s and pediatric services. A strong research program provides access to clinical trials in a multitude of areas. More information about Norton Healthcare is available at NortonHealthcare.com If you enjoyed this podcast, listen to Norton Healthcare’s other podcast, MedChat. MedChat is available in your favorite podcast app providing CME on the go, and is targeted towards physicians and healthcare clinicians providing the latest updates on adult and pediatric topics. Date of original release: September 1, 2023

Episode 7: Is it Migraine or am I having a Stroke? – Dr. Brian Plato. DO

In this episode of the Stronger After Stroke podcast, Dr. Brian Plato details how to prevent migraine and stroke as well as how to live your best life when dealing with these conditions. He also explains what to watch for when symptoms of migraine mimic stroke symptoms, and how to know when to call 9-1-1 and go to the emergency room. Rosa Hart, BSN, RN, SCRN is the stroke nurse navigator for Norton Healthcare and hosts the discussion.

Dr. Plato is the medical director of Headache Medicine with the Norton Neuroscience Institute in Louisville, KY. Dr. Plato is board-certified in both neurology and headache medicine and is the immediate past president of the Southern Headache Society. He is also an investigator on several clinical trials to develop new treatments for headache disorders.

To learn more about Migraine see the virtual library Headache School Videos:

https://nortonhealthcare.com/headacheschool

Connect with the NNI Resource Center for support after stroke:

https://nortonhealthcare.com/services-and-conditions/neurosciences/services/stroke-faqs/patient-resources/

Norton Healthcare, a not for profit healthcare system, is a leader in serving adult and pediatric patients throughout Greater Louisville, Southern Indiana, the commonwealth of Kentucky and beyond. Five Louisville Hospitals provide inpatient and outpatient general care as well as specialty care including heart, neuroscience, cancer, orthopedic, women’s and pediatric services. A strong research program provides access to clinical trials in a multitude of areas. More information about Norton Healthcare is available at NortonHealthcare.com

If you enjoyed this podcast, listen to Norton Healthcare’s other podcast, MedChat. MedChat is available in your favorite podcast app providing CME on the go, and is targeted towards physicians and healthcare clinicians providing the latest updates on adult and pediatric topics.