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Brain Chat with the Nerdy Neurologist

Brain Chat with the Nerdy Neurologist

By Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams

Brain Chat is a podcast with the world-renowned researcher, neurologist and MS specialist, Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams. Each episode, Dr. Williams will feature a special guest and cover all "matters" of the brain as it relates to life, health, wellness, relationships, and science.
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Research and You

Research and You

In this episode Dr Mitzi and her Super Friends discuss all things research as it pertains to MS.

Mar 11, 202450:02
MS In The Black Community

MS In The Black Community

Tune into the first episode of the season MS in the Black community. Dr Mitzi Chats with Dr Mima AkinsanyDr Tirisham Gyanand Dania Baynes

Mar 08, 202446:49
Integrative Medicine

Integrative Medicine

Nerdy Nation, join in on the last episode of the season, as Dr Mitzi chats with Dr. Susan Payrovi who breaks down what Integrative Medicine is.

Jan 08, 202450:47
Global Perspectives in MS

Global Perspectives in MS

Join by good friends and great patient advocates, Trishna Bharradia and Rachel Horne, Dr. Mitzi chats Global Perspective in MS!

Dec 19, 202351:54
Increasing Diversity in Clinical Research

Increasing Diversity in Clinical Research

On today's episode, Dr. Mitzi asked Owen Garrick and Nana Opong-Owusu to give us insight into clinical research

Nov 27, 202349:60
MS in the Hispanic Latinx Community

MS in the Hispanic Latinx Community

Dr. Mitzi and Dr. Lilyana Amezcua discuss MS in the Hispanic Latinx Community.

Oct 30, 202348:02
Patient Powered Advocacy

Patient Powered Advocacy

Join the Nerdy Neurologist and her super friends Ashley M. Ratcliff, Director of Communications & Operations with WE Are Ill, Stewart Schlossman, President and Founder of MS News and Views, and Hollie Schmidt, VP of Scientific Operations for Accelerated Cure Project.

Sep 12, 202354:42
Patient Advocacy-Identifying Resources for Individuals with MS

Patient Advocacy-Identifying Resources for Individuals with MS

On this episode Dr. Mitzi is joined by the Chief Mission Officer of MSAA, Amanda Montague and NMSS Associate VP of innovation and Strategy, Julie Foil! Join in as they chat about the different resources these great organizations provide to you.

Aug 29, 202352:40
How does Heat and Temperature affect MS symptoms

How does Heat and Temperature affect MS symptoms

It's getting hot in here! On this episode of BrainChat Dr. Mitzi will be discussing "How does Heat and Temperature affect MS Symptoms" with here good friends Dr. Huiam Mubarak and Kimstian Harrison.

Aug 24, 202344:10
Migraine and Headache Awareness

Migraine and Headache Awareness

Listen in to Dr. Mitzi as she chats with her good friend Dr. Hope O'brian, as they discuss "Migraine and Headache Awareness". This is a chat we all can

Jul 17, 202349:14
Men's Issues in MS

Men's Issues in MS

Ok! Join the Nerdy Neurologist and her super friends. Dr Stephen Krieger, Tyler Campbell, and Stuart Schlossman as they chat about "Men's Issues in MS"!

Jun 27, 202355:02
Women's Health

Women's Health

This episode Dr Mitzi is joined by Dr. Riley Bove and Megan Vigno. This episode is being dubbed ladies night as they chat on the latest in women's health.

Jun 19, 202351:20
Mental Health Awareness

Mental Health Awareness

Join Dr.Mitzi and her good friend, Dr. Kristy Jackson, Board-Certified Psychiatrist as they speak on mental health awareness

Jun 12, 202345:21
Health Equity

Health Equity

Health Equity is a popular topic and on this episode Dr. Mitzi will have first time guests Dr. Leorah Freeman, and Dr. Augusto Miravalle break down what Health Equity means to them and how important it is in the MS community.

May 11, 202343:30
Stem Cells and MS

Stem Cells and MS

Dr. Jaime Imitola is back on the show again! This time Dr. Mitzi and Dr Jaime will be chatting about Stem Cells and MS

May 09, 202349:19
NMOSD Awareness

NMOSD Awareness

On this episode we have Dr. Mitzi and her Super friends Christine Ha, MasterChef winner, Author, and Chef living with NMSOD and Sumaira Ahmed, NMOSD Patient, Founder and Director of the Sumaira Foundation will chat about NMSOD Awareness.

Apr 24, 202347:42
MS Awareness

MS Awareness

This episode Dr. Mitzi chats with her super friends Dr. Heidi Crayton, Medical Director of the MS Center of Greater Washington in Vienna, VA and Tylor "TC Speaks" Campbell, Patient Care Advocate, author, radio host and Speaker about MS Awareness.

Apr 24, 202345:24
Research and You

Research and You

On this episode, super friends Sheila Thorne, President and CEO of Multicultural Healthcare Group, and Dr. Annette Okai, Director of Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis Research at North Texas Institute of Neurology and Headache will chat with Dr Mitzi about MS Research and YOU!

Apr 05, 202354:52
MS & The Black Community

MS & The Black Community

Join Dr. Mitzi as she chats with Dr Mima Akinsanya, and patient advocates Damian Washington and Dawn Morgan. Listen in as they provide perspectives on the black MS experience and health equity, while having a great time doing it.

Mar 02, 202350:14
MS 101 Part 2

MS 101 Part 2

This is part 2 of everything MS. We have Dr Aaron Boster to talk about MS treatment options and why treatment is important

Feb 27, 202345:12
MS 101 Your Brain Explained

MS 101 Your Brain Explained

Join Dr. Mitzi as she chats with Dr. Drake Jr and Dr. Rosenthal as they kick off the new season of Brain Chat

Feb 06, 202346:49
End of the year review

End of the year review

We have covered so many topic this second season. Join Dr. Mitzi and one of her favorite super friends Dr. Annette Okai, as the do the End of the year review.

Jan 27, 202349:57
MS Below the Belt (Bowel, Bladder and Sexual Function)

MS Below the Belt (Bowel, Bladder and Sexual Function)

Join Dr. Mitzi as she chats with her mentor Dr. Mary Hughes and her new friend Dr. Brie Coleman about MS Below the Belt: Bowel, Bladder and Sexual Function!

Jan 02, 202352:43
Food as Medicine- Your Gut and MS

Food as Medicine- Your Gut and MS

This is an amazing discussing with Dr. Mitzi and her Super friend and Professor extraodinaire Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford

Dec 19, 202201:00:26
Journey To Health Equity Part 2

Journey To Health Equity Part 2

This week we are circling back to our "Journey to Health Equity" discussion, with a focus on clinical research. We have the wonderful Sheila L Thorne, Dr. Owen Garrick, and Courtney Billington, joining the show to share their expertise on this matter!

Nov 21, 202247:41
Journey to Health Equity

Journey to Health Equity

On this episode, not only is the incredible Quita Highsmith and Cherie Butts going to talk about how we achieve health equity through education and empowerment, but we also have our super friend and collaborator Reggie Ware, the CEO of Blackdoctor.org, the platform that made MS Brain Chat a reality!

Nov 11, 202254:42
Depression and Anxiety/Mental Health Awareness

Depression and Anxiety/Mental Health Awareness

Join Dr. Mitzi and her superfriends Dr. Dion Metzger and Dr. Kristy H. Jackson as they discuss the extremely important and relevant topic, "Mental Health Awareness". Not only are Anxiety and Depression under treated, they are extremely common in the MS community. Over 50% of people living with MS deal with depression at some point after diagnosis.

Tune in as they talk about the symptoms, the treatments and most importantly the ways to prevent these mental health disorders from taking over your life.

Oct 31, 202249:47
Cognitive Changes & MS

Cognitive Changes & MS

Join Dr. Mitzi and her good friend Dr. Sarah Morrrow as the y discuss Cognitive Changes and MS 

Oct 17, 202241:27
Shared Decision Making/Self Advocacy

Shared Decision Making/Self Advocacy

On this episode of Brain Chat The Nerdy Neurologist is joined by her super friends, CoFounder and CEO of We Are Ill Victoria Reese and the Medical Director for the MS Center of Greater Washington, Dr. Heidi Crayton. Listen in as they discuss Shared decision making and self advocacy when dealing with MS.

Sep 12, 202247:43
Your Journey with MS: Relapses, Progression, and more!

Your Journey with MS: Relapses, Progression, and more!

Join Dr. Mitzi and her Super friend Dr. Stephen Krieger, as they discuss The MS Journey, such as Progression Relapses and more!

Aug 29, 202248:33
Everything you need to know about Spasticity

Everything you need to know about Spasticity

Brain Chat welcomes Dr. Mitzi's amazing mentor Dr. Mary Hughes and another super friend Dr. Jacqueline Nicholas to this episode to discuss spasticity. They talk muscle tightness, cramps, and what causes them, but most importantly what you can do about it!

Aug 15, 202242:23
Gait Imbalance

Gait Imbalance

Join Dr. Mitzi as she chats with her super friend, Yoga Instructor, Mindy Eisenberg. They will be discussing gait imbalance a symptom that effects many people with MS and significantly affect day to day activities. Hear about causes, effects and the most importantly ways to combat this issue!

Aug 02, 202253:13
LGBTQ+

LGBTQ+

Listen in as Dr. Mitzi and Dr. William Conte Chat about MS in the LGBQT+ Community! You'll hear about issues specific to the community and resources for support.

Jul 18, 202238:34
Fatigue

Fatigue

Tune into this episode as The Nerdy Neurologist discusses one of the most invisible symptoms of MS that can also be the most disabling for many...FATIGUE

Joined by her super friends, Dr Kotil Rammohan, Professor of clinical Neurologist of Miami, and Dr. Jakai Nolan, Board certified Neurologist with Tanner MS Center, to talk about how this affects people living with MS, and most importantly what we can do about it.

Jul 05, 202251:41
Sleep

Sleep

Lets's talk about sleep! This episode Dr. Mitzi chats with her super friend Dr. Chantale Branson, who is a Neurologist and Sleep Medicine Specialist. Join as as the talk about sleep! How much do we need? How does it effect us and most importantly how do we get more!

Jun 27, 202246:59
Family and Pregnancy Planning

Family and Pregnancy Planning

In honor of Women's Health Month, Brain Chat welcomes Dr. Riley Bove, Associate Professor of Neurology at UCSF, to talk about "Family and Pregnancy Planning. with MS.

Jun 13, 202245:25
Neuromyelitis Optica

Neuromyelitis Optica

Join Dr. Mitzi for great discussion with her Superfriend Dr. Kottil Rammohan. This will be an informative discussion about our evolving understanding of NMO diagnosis and treatment and why people are being misdiagnosed with MS!

May 16, 202251:56
Vision and MS

Vision and MS

Join Dr. Mitzi for a new Brain Chat with her good friend Dr. Robert Shin, Professor of Neurology at Georgetown University. They will be chatting about how is affected in demyelinating diseases like MS and NMOSD. This will be one you don't want to miss!

May 03, 202243:41
You Immune System in MS

You Immune System in MS

Dr.Mitzi is back! This episode the Nerdy Neurologist is chatting it up with none other than Dr. Jaime Imitole, Vice Chair of Neurology research, Director of the MS Center and Chief of Division of Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology and Associate Professor of Neurology, Genetics, and Neuroscience at UConn Health. They will break down how the Immune system works, how it's affected in MS and how treatments impact the immune cells. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

May 03, 202247:47
MS Awareness Month

MS Awareness Month

Join Dr. Mitzi as she chats with Actor and Comedian Damian Washington and Dr. Heidi Crayton as they discuss increasing awareness about MS and new advances in the field of MS Advocacy and Research!

Mar 28, 202254:01
NAAMSR

NAAMSR

Tune in as Dr. Mitzi and her Super Friends, Dr. Annette Okai and Dr. Stan Cohan chat about the benefits of the first African American MS Registry and why the decided to start it!

Mar 14, 202243:34
MS In The Black Community

MS In The Black Community

Dr. Mitzi has invited some more of her Super Friends to chat about MS in the Black Community. The amazing Tirisham Gyang From Ohio State University Wexnar Medical Center, as well as MS advocate and author extraordinary, Tyler Campbell join her on this episode of Brain Chat with the Nerdy Neurologist for a riveting conversation!

Mar 01, 202247:11
MS 101 Part 2 (Treatment Goals)

MS 101 Part 2 (Treatment Goals)

This episode with the Nerdy Neurologist, Dr. Mitzi with her super friend and fellow Neurologist Dr. Aaron Boster take you back to the basics. This chat gives you The Who, What, Why and When about treatment goals. 

Feb 14, 202256:51
MS 101 - Part 1 (Diagnosis)

MS 101 - Part 1 (Diagnosis)

In the first episode of the second season of Brain Chat, Dr. Mitzi and her super friend Dr. Jaqueline Rosenthal discuss being newly diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and the symptoms that may be experienced

Feb 01, 202250:38
Meditation For MS

Meditation For MS

Join Dr. Mitzi for another episode of BrainChat as she along with David Walker and Sonia Russell, founders of The Blackfullness teach us the importance of prioritizing our emotional, social and spiritual well-being.

Dec 23, 202139:16
Cognitive Changes And MS

Cognitive Changes And MS

Join Dr Mitzi and her super friend, licensed psychologist, Dr Evelyn Hunter as they chat about managing cognitive changes that are associated with Multiple Sclerosis. Out of this episode you'll get tips on how to handle changes with memory, attention and concentration, as well as other symptoms! 

Dec 09, 202141:32
Intimacy and MS

Intimacy and MS

Let's talk about Sex! Intimacy and Sexual Dysfunction are topics that significantly affect quality of life, but may not be discussed in your doctors appointment. Join Dr. Mitzi and experts Dr. Lara Stepleman and  Dr. Ayanay Ferguson to talk about and solutions to dealing with sexual dysfunction in MS.

Nov 19, 202147:45
Global MS Advocacy

Global MS Advocacy

MS is condition that affects not only people in the US, but many around the globe!.Join Dr. Mitzi for a discussion with Global MS Advocates Trishna Bharadia and Stanca Potra for updates on important MS Initiatives around the world and how you can get involved!

Nov 13, 202152:53
Journey To Health Equity

Journey To Health Equity

Let's Talk Health Equity! What does it mean, who does it include and how do we achieve it? Join Dr. Mitzi for a discussion on these topics and more with Dr. Ruth Clements and Dr. Kirk Taylor.

Oct 19, 202145:33
MS in the Hispanic and Latino Population

MS in the Hispanic and Latino Population

On this episode of Brain Chat Dr Mitzi Is Joined by her Super Friends, Experts Dr Lilyana Amezcua and Dr Angel Chinea. Listen in as they have an amazing and informative chat about MS in Diverse populations!

Sep 21, 202145:30