Lecture series explores the secret life of the brain
The workings of the brain remain mysterious. Moral choices, the effects of physical touch, vivid dreams—we may not know how or why they happen, but they all can serve a purpose. Our 2017...
Finding ways beyond the clinic to help patients navigate life with epilepsy
How much can you explain about epilepsy in a clinic visit? When I meet with a new patient in clinic who has epilepsy, the discussion inevitably focuses on their seizures. What...
How the Oregon Charitable Tax Checkoff Program boosted one researcher’s career
Like many aspiring young clinical researchers, my journey began with an NIH funded post-doctoral fellowship with a goal to eventually develop my own independent research program. As a...
Holiday meals
Holiday meals can be very stressful for caregivers for persons with dementia. Here are some tips to keep the meals pleasant. Tell your guests about the dementia diagnosis ahead of time. It can be...
Holiday Travel Tips
As the holidays approach, many of us look forward to traveling to visit friends and family. Many families ask me about traveling with family members with dementia. Here are my top tips. Plan your...
Fatal fits and nods affect us all
A child with intractable seizures is heartbreaking for family, friends and the neurologist who searches for effective therapy. But a child with intractable seizures who lives in dire poverty, who is...
Sleep expert shares his secrets for easing into the upcoming time change
The end of daylight saving time is soon approaching, and while most of us look forward to that “extra” hour of sleep, there are a few things to think about when society’s clock changes, but our...
First annual Art of Neuroscience competition now accepting entries
The first annual 'Art of Neuroscience' competition is now accepting entries. All OHSU staff, faculty and students/trainees are invited to submit an original image that explores the aesthetics of...
Oregon Poison Center experts discuss marijuana with educators from around the nation
The Oregon Poison Center at OHSU recently presented on Oregon’s new marijuana laws from a poison prevention outlook at the North American Congress of Clinical Toxicology 2016 (NACCT). Members...
Alzheimer’s and the brain game challenge
The efficacy of brain games has come under scrutiny in the wake of a recent two million dollar settlement between the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Lumos Labs, parent company of the "Lumosity"...