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Celebrate National Speech-Language-Hearing Month with Us!

Join us in celebrating National Speech-Language-Hearing Month this May, as we recognize the invaluable contributions of our dedicated professionals who transform lives every day. Their expertise and commitment empower patients to overcome communication barriers and enhance their quality of life.

Meet Romina Huerta, MS, CCC-SLP, featured on the Think Neuro Podcast, Romina shares insights into her specialized approach to speech language therapy for both ENT and Neurology patients. On the ENT side, she ensures vocal health for professionals who rely on their voices, while offering tailored care to Neurology patients grappling with cognitive challenges, which can impact swallow function.

Tune in to Romina's episode on the Think Neuro Podcast to learn more!

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A Smile Returns After Facial Paralysis

Meet Amit Kochhar, MD, Director of the Facial Nerve Disorders Program at Pacific Neuroscience Institute^® (PNI). He specializes in dynamic facial reanimation, a transformative surgery for patients with facial paralysis. Dr. Kochhar's goal is simple: to restore quality of life, one smile at a time. Read the full blog post to learn how he and his team at PNI are making a difference.

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Expert Advice: Managing Sore Throats During Pregnancy

Omid Mehdizadeh, MD, recently shared insights with The Bump on alleviating sore throats during pregnancy. Dr. Mehdizadeh covers potential causes, symptoms, and effective treatments for this common discomfort. Among the chief culprits is acid reflux, affecting a staggering 80 percent of expectant mothers during pregnancy. Dive into the full article to discover Dr. Mehdizadeh's expert advice on managing this issue.

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Strength in Swallowing: Mastering the Effortful Swallow Technique

Discover the power of the Effortful Swallow technique for enhancing pharyngeal strength and swallowing coordination. By swallowing as hard as you can and engaging key throat and tongue muscles, this targeted exercise can significantly improve swallowing function. Aim for at least 10 repetitions in one session, imagining you're pushing a large vitamin pill down your throat. With guidance from Carol Park, MS, MA, CCC-SLP, unlock greater swallowing ease and confidence.

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Upcoming Events

Unlock Better Sleep: Omid Mehdizadeh, MD, and Inspire Present a CPAP Alternative

Join us for a virtual event on May 15th, 2024, at 12 pm, where Omid Mehdizadeh, MD, will partner with Inspire to present an innovative solution for those struggling with their CPAP machines. Discover the transformative potential of the Inspire implant and reclaim restful sleep. Admission is free. Don't miss out—reserve your spot today!

Acoustic Neuroma Association Patient Education Event Hosted by Pacific Neuroscience Institute October 5, 2024 | Le Méridien Delfina Santa Monica

Mark your calendars! Pacific Neuroscience Institute is thrilled to announce our upcoming patient event in collaboration with the Acoustic Neuroma Association. Stay tuned for more details on registration! In the meantime, learn more about Acoustic Neuroma.

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