Stroke Busters

Welcome to another episode of the Stroke Busters Podcast, your go-to source for all things related to stroke, research, community, and academia. I'm your host, Amy Quinn, Communications Director for the UTHealth Houston  Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease. Today’s episode is part 1 of our Yatsu Day Series, bringing you an inside peek at the speakers who will be presenting at the 14th Annual Yatsu Day Symposium, presented by the Stroke Institute, here in Houston, TX on November 10, 2023.  The theme for the 2023 symposium is “Nurturing Brain Health and Preventing Stroke” The event will help increase physicians' and trainees' knowledge in lifestyle modifications, mental well-being, and brain health education for patients. Topics include nurturing brain health, preventing stroke and dementia, risk predictions for stroke, identifying stroke risk using artificial intelligence, cognitive testing, sleep and brain health, and more.  This program is accredited for CME and CNEs, catering to a diverse spectrum of healthcare professionals. It is designed to benefit physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other healthcare providers who work closely with individuals affected by stroke and dementia. Additionally, it is valuable for those who have an interest in brain health, health promotion, and stroke prevention. Local speakers and interactive sessions leaders from UTHealth-Houston and Memorial Hermann include James Grotta, MD Myriam Fornage PhD, Xiaoqian Jiang, PhD, Anjail Z. Sharrief, MD, MPH, Heather Smith MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS, Kendra M. Anderson, PhD, and Seema Aggarwal, APRN, PhD. And you can also anticipate insights from globally recognized experts in the field of stroke care; Vladimir Hachinski, MD, DSc, who will be our guest for today’s show! He is an eminent figure in the world of cerebrovascular diseases and stroke research, with over five decades of experience and a treasure trove of knowledge, we are thrilled to have him on the show. As an added bonus, Dr. James Grotta, whom we have met many times before, was gracious enough to sit with us to ask Dr. Hachinski some questions about his involvement in Yatsu Day.  So let’s get to it! Enjoy, and if you are interested in attending Yatsu Day, visit uth.edu/stroke-institute/events/yatsu-day _____ Dr. Vladimir Hachinski is a distinguished scientist, renowned for his groundbreaking contributions in the field of cerebrovascular diseases and stroke research. One of Dr. Hachinski's most remarkable achievements was co-founding the world's first successful acute stroke unit, which has since become the gold standard of care for stroke patients. Notably, Dr. Hachinski is the author, co-author, or editor of 17 books, including "Stroke: A Comprehensive Guide to Brain Attack," co-authored with his daughter, Larissa Hachinski. Currently, Dr. Hachinski is spearheading the Dementia Prevention Initiative: Advancing Population Prevention Solutions (APPS). This initiative aims to uncover the factors that contribute to the prevention of certain dementias. Dr. Hachinski's research has demonstrated a 32% reduction in stroke incidence and a 7% decline in dementia occurrence due to the successful implementation of an Ontario Stroke Strategy. His work highlights the interconnectedness of stroke, heart disease, and dementia, sharing common risk and protective factors. Dr. Hachinski's accolades include prestigious awards such as the Potamkin Prize for Research in Pick's, Alzheimer's, and Related Diseases, the World Federation of Neurology Medal for Services to World Neurology, the American Academy of Neurology Wartenberg Lecture & Award, and many others. His unwavering commitment to advancing brain health, preventing stroke and dementia, and reshaping the field of cerebrovascular research continues to inspire the medical community and offer hope to individuals affected by these conditions.

Welcome to an exciting episode of STroke Busters! Today, we're thrilled to introduce you to Dr. Wondwossen Tekle, who recently delivered a groundbreaking Vascular Neurology Grand Rounds presentation at McGovern Medical School. Dr. Tekle shares his incredible journey of pioneering Ethiopia's very first Stroke and Neurointerventional Program. Join our UTHealth Houston Vascular Neurology fellow, Carlos De La Garza, as he delves deep into Dr. Tekle's inspiring story. Learn how this innovative program is transforming healthcare in Ethiopia and making a global impact. If you're passionate about stroke care, neurointervention, or global healthcare initiatives, you won't want to miss this captivating conversation. Tune in now and be inspired by Dr. Tekle's extraordinary work! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and colleagues. Together, let's spread awareness about this vital mission and advance stroke care worldwide. ____________________________________ Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/uthealth-stroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. About StrokeBusters is a podcast series of recorded conversations on the topic of stroke and cerebrovascular disease. Based in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, we tap into our local network of astonishing leaders in healthcare and medicine to discuss the latest and most exciting news on stroke. Throughout this ten-episode series, we connect with UTHealth physicians and researchers, many of who are experts in their field, to discuss their practice, cutting-edge research, and medical care. Who We Are The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, better known as the Stroke Institute, serves as a multi-disciplinary hub for research and best practices in stroke recovery, stroke prevention, services, population health, and vascular dementia. We are one of the most active research and clinical programs in the country, the first Comprehensive Stroke Center in the state, and launched the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the nation. Our stroke program, founded by Dr. James Grotta in 1979, specializes in stroke epidemiology, clinical trial design, and basic science. We train the next generation of revolutionary academics and leaders in cerebrovascular disease through our NINDS-funded fellowship programs. Contact For more information or if you have any questions, please contact us at ⁠info.uthiscd@gma⁠il.com

Today’s guest is Dr. James Grotta, who after joining UT Houston faculty in 1979, he established the UT Houston Stroke Program and developed its NIH funded fellowship training program. He has been continuously funded to carry out translational research in acute stroke treatment, and played a leading role in many clinical research studies, including the NINDS TPA Stroke Study. In 2013, Dr. Grotta stepped down as department chair and moved his practice to Memorial Hermann Hospital to lead the Mobile Stroke Unit Consortium, the nation's first Mobile Stroke Unit to deliver TPA and other stroke therapies wherever the stroke occurs Dr. Grotta joined us for a Vascular Neurology Grand Rounds and stuck around to record this episode with one of our Vascular Neurology Fellows, Mohammad Rauf  to answer some more questions, so that we can share more of his insight and research.  ____________________________________ Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/uthealth-stroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. About StrokeBusters is a podcast series of recorded conversations on the topic of stroke and cerebrovascular disease. Based in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, we tap into our local network of astonishing leaders in healthcare and medicine to discuss the latest and most exciting news on stroke. Throughout this ten-episode series, we connect with UTHealth physicians and researchers, many of who are experts in their field, to discuss their practice, cutting-edge research, and medical care. Who We Are The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, better known as the Stroke Institute, serves as a multi-disciplinary hub for research and best practices in stroke recovery, stroke prevention, services, population health, and vascular dementia. We are one of the most active research and clinical programs in the country, the first Comprehensive Stroke Center in the state, and launched the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the nation. Our stroke program, founded by Dr. James Grotta in 1979, specializes in stroke epidemiology, clinical trial design, and basic science. We train the next generation of revolutionary academics and leaders in cerebrovascular disease through our NINDS-funded fellowship programs. Contact For more information or if you have any questions, please contact us at ⁠info.uthiscd@gma⁠il.com

Today’s guest is Dr. Ameer Hassan, a triple board-certified neurologist who specializes in stroke, and is Head of the Neuroscience Department and a Professor of Neurology and Radiology at the University of TX Rio Grande Valley Dr. Hassan joined us for a Vascular Neurology Grand Rounds and stuck around to record this episode with one of our Vascular Neurology Fellows, Danish Kherani to answer some more questions so that we can share more of his insight and research.  ____________________________________ Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/uthealth-stroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. About StrokeBusters is a podcast series of recorded conversations on the topic of stroke and cerebrovascular disease. Based in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, we tap into our local network of astonishing leaders in healthcare and medicine to discuss the latest and most exciting news on stroke. Throughout this ten-episode series, we connect with UTHealth physicians and researchers, many of who are experts in their field, to discuss their practice, cutting-edge research, and medical care. Who We Are The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, better known as the Stroke Institute, serves as a multi-disciplinary hub for research and best practices in stroke recovery, stroke prevention, services, population health, and vascular dementia. We are one of the most active research and clinical programs in the country, the first Comprehensive Stroke Center in the state, and launched the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the nation. Our stroke program, founded by Dr. James Grotta in 1979, specializes in stroke epidemiology, clinical trial design, and basic science. We train the next generation of revolutionary academics and leaders in cerebrovascular disease through our NINDS-funded fellowship programs. Contact For more information or if you have any questions, please contact us at ⁠info.uthiscd@gma⁠il.com

Stroke Busters is a podcast presented by the Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease at UTHealth Houston in Houston, TX. The purpose of this podcast is to bring you the latest news and discussion in stroke care, research, community, and academia. Today’s guest is Dr. Patrick Key, a non-invasive board-certified clinical cardiologist with clinical interests in clinical lipidology, preventive cardiology and non-invasive cardiovascular imaging. His Ph.D. research focuses on the metabolism of high-density lipoproteins (aka good cholesterol). He has an active research program in molecular imaging of atherosclerosis and targeted drug delivery using novel nanoparticles and intravascular devices. He is a member of the National Lipid Association and is up to date with the contemporary management of various lipid disorders. He runs a Level 2 Lipid Clinic and Preventive Cardiology Clinic at the UT Professional Building.  Dr. Kee joined us for Stroke Grand Rounds and stuck around to record this episode with one of our Vascular Neurology Fellows, Jerome Jeevarajan to answer some more questions, so that we can share more of his insight and research. ____________________________________ Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/uthealth-stroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. About StrokeBusters is a podcast series of recorded conversations on the topic of stroke and cerebrovascular disease. Based in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, we tap into our local network of astonishing leaders in healthcare and medicine to discuss the latest and most exciting news on stroke. Throughout this ten-episode series, we connect with UTHealth physicians and researchers, many of who are experts in their field, to discuss their practice, cutting-edge research, and medical care. Who We Are The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, better known as the Stroke Institute, serves as a multi-disciplinary hub for research and best practices in stroke recovery, stroke prevention, services, population health, and vascular dementia. We are one of the most active research and clinical programs in the country, the first Comprehensive Stroke Center in the state, and launched the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the nation. Our stroke program, founded by Dr. James Grotta in 1979, specializes in stroke epidemiology, clinical trial design, and basic science. We train the next generation of revolutionary academics and leaders in cerebrovascular disease through our NINDS-funded fellowship programs. Contact For more information or if you have any questions, please contact us at info.uthiscd@gmail.com

We have another Grand Rounds follow up interview for you today, and a special one at that! Dr. Jared Chen has joined the Stroke Institute here at UTHealth Houston and we were so thankful not only for his time spent on his Grand Rounds presentation, but for sticking around for an in-depth look into his research and new faculty position. One of this year’s Stroke Institute fellows, Mohammad Rauf, discussed Intracerebral Hemorrhage Therapies with Dr. Chen, past, present, and future, and we hope you enjoy, and share with colleagues. ____________________________________ Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. About StrokeBusters is a podcast series of recorded conversations on the topic of stroke and cerebrovascular disease. Based in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, we tap into our local network of astonishing leaders in healthcare and medicine to discuss the latest and most exciting news on stroke. Throughout this ten-episode series, we connect with UTHealth physicians and researchers, many of who are experts in their field, to discuss their practice, cutting-edge research, and medical care. Who We Are The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, better known as the Stroke Institute, serves as a multi-disciplinary hub for research and best practices in stroke recovery, stroke prevention, services, population health, and vascular dementia. We are one of the most active research and clinical programs in the country, the first Comprehensive Stroke Center in the state, and launched the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the nation. Our stroke program, founded by Dr. James Grotta in 1979, specializes in stroke epidemiology, clinical trial design, and basic science. We train the next generation of revolutionary academics and leaders in cerebrovascular disease through our NINDS-funded fellowship programs. Contact For more information or if you have any questions, please contact us at info.uthiscd@gmail.com

It’s that time again for a Grand Rounds follow-up interview! Dr. Andrew Southerland, Associate Professor in the division of vascular neurology, departments of neurology and public health sciences at the University of Virginia Health. Our Stroke Fellow, Mohammad Rauf, interviewed Dr. Southerland following his Grand Rounds presentation, "Augmenting Clinical Diagnosis in Stroke" at McGovern Medical School to ask some more in-depth questions. __________ The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease (UTHealth Stroke Institute) http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com/ Host: Mohammad Rauf,  Vascular Neurology Fellow, UTHealth Houston Stroke Institute Guest: Dr. Andrew Southerland | https://uvahealth.com/findadoctor/profile/andrew-m-southerland Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. About StrokeBusters is a podcast series of recorded conversations on the topic of stroke and cerebrovascular disease. Based in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, we tap into our local network of astonishing leaders in healthcare and medicine to discuss the latest and most exciting news on stroke. Throughout this ten-episode series, we connect with UTHealth physicians and researchers, many of who are experts in their field, to discuss their practice, cutting-edge research, and medical care. Who We Are The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, better known as the Stroke Institute, serves as a multi-disciplinary hub for research and best practices in stroke recovery, stroke prevention, services, population health, and vascular dementia. We are one of the most active research and clinical programs in the country, the first Comprehensive Stroke Center in the state, and launched the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the nation. Our stroke program, founded by Dr. James Grotta in 1979, specializes in stroke epidemiology, clinical trial design, and basic science. We train the next generation of revolutionary academics and leaders in cerebrovascular disease through our NINDS-funded fellowship programs. Contact For more information or if you have any questions, please contact us at info.uthiscd@gmail.com

We have an amazing Grand Rounds follow up interview for you today! Dr. Diogo Haussen, Director of Neuroendovascular Service at the Marcus Stroke & Neuroscience Center at Grady Memorial Hospital  joined us for a Grand Rounds presentation with medical students and faculty at McGovern Medical School. His presentation was titled, Carotid Webs: Armed and Dangerous. Our Senior Neurology Resident, and future UT Stroke Fellow, Mohammad Ahmad, interviewed Dr. Haussen following his presentation to ask some more in depth questions. As with our previous Grand Rounds episode, we added the Q&A from the live Grand Rounds because it added so much value to this episode. __________ The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease (UTHealth Stroke Institute) http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com/ Host:  Mohammad Ahmad, Neurology Resident, UTHealth Houston Guest: Dr. Diogo Haussen | https://www.gradyhealth.org/doctors/diogo-haussen Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. About StrokeBusters is a podcast series of recorded conversations on the topic of stroke and cerebrovascular disease. Based in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, we tap into our local network of astonishing leaders in healthcare and medicine to discuss the latest and most exciting news on stroke. Throughout this ten-episode series, we connect with UTHealth physicians and researchers, many of who are experts in their field, to discuss their practice, cutting-edge research, and medical care. Who We Are The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, better known as the Stroke Institute, serves as a multi-disciplinary hub for research and best practices in stroke recovery, stroke prevention, services, population health, and vascular dementia. We are one of the most active research and clinical programs in the country, the first Comprehensive Stroke Center in the state, and launched the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the nation. Our stroke program, founded by Dr. James Grotta in 1979, specializes in stroke epidemiology, clinical trial design, and basic science. We train the next generation of revolutionary academics and leaders in cerebrovascular disease through our NINDS-funded fellowship programs. Contact For more information or if you have any questions, please contact us at info.uthiscd@gma

A large majority of stroke awareness, stories and advocacy is centered around older or aging populations. When we think about stroke, we envision an adult or a person with high risk factors, adult risk factors, such as smoking, drinking, high blood pressure, etc…. Though more common in adults, stroke is among the top 10 causes of death in pediatric patients. Kyler’s family have become advocates for pediatric stroke awareness. Telling and retelling their story through AVM Alliance, a Cure for Kyler and Friends, an organization they started to raise funds for AVM Foundation and the AVM Research Foundation in an effort to better the lives , support networks, and medical care of those affected by aneurysms and other types of vascular malformations of the brain. I spoke with Kyler’s mom, Raylene, about a year ago to learn about Kyler’s story and her presence, fierceness, and no-quit attitude has stuck with me ever since then. She is not only fighting for her own son, but so many more children , families, and caregivers living with the fallout of pediatric stroke. And she’s built quite an amazing community around it all. Learn more about Kyler and his journey, the AVM Alliance, A Cure for Kyler and Friends, visit https://www.facebook.com/AVMAlliance go to cureforkyler.com, avmalliance.com or search the hashtag #ACureForKyler __________ The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease (UTHealth Stroke Institute) http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com/ Host: Amy Quinn, Communications Director for the Stroke Institute Guest: Kyler and Raylene Lewis Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. About StrokeBusters is a podcast series of recorded conversations on the topic of stroke and cerebrovascular disease. Based in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, we tap into our local network of astonishing leaders in healthcare and medicine to discuss the latest and most exciting news on stroke. Throughout this ten-episode series, we connect with UTHealth physicians and researchers, many of who are experts in their field, to discuss their practice, cutting-edge research, and medical care. Who We Are The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, better known as the Stroke Institute, serves as a multi-disciplinary hub for research and best practices in stroke recovery, stroke prevention, services, population health, and vascular dementia. We are one of the most active research and clinical programs in the country, the first Comprehensive Stroke Center in the state, and launched the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the nation. Our stroke program, founded by Dr. James Grotta in 1979, specializes in stroke epidemiology, clinical trial design, and basic science. We train the next generation of revolutionary academics and leaders in cerebrovascular disease through our NINDS-funded fellowship programs. Contact For more information or if you have any questions, please contact us at info.uthiscd@gmail.com

In today’s episode, Dr. Seema Aggarwal sat down with Dr. Yejin Kim to discuss Dr. Kim, along with many other UTHealth Houston and Stroke Institute researchers, an article from March 2022,  a counterfactual analysis of differential comorbidity risk factors in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Their analysis discovered different comorbidities that predispose older African Americans to AD compared to Caucasian counterparts. The findings from their study, which used data collected from nationwide electronic health records will assist in developing a targeted treatment for AD. Their discussion also provided great insight into the processes Kim and her team went through to complete their study and their hopes for applications in the future. __________ The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease (UTHealth Stroke Institute) http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com/ Host: Seema Aggarwal, PhD, APRN, AGNP-C Guest: Yejin Kim, PhD  Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. About StrokeBusters is a podcast series of recorded conversations on the topic of stroke and cerebrovascular disease. Based in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, we tap into our local network of astonishing leaders in healthcare and medicine to discuss the latest and most exciting news on stroke. Throughout this ten-episode series, we connect with UTHealth physicians and researchers, many of who are experts in their field, to discuss their practice, cutting-edge research, and medical care. Who We Are The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, better known as the Stroke Institute, serves as a multi-disciplinary hub for research and best practices in stroke recovery, stroke prevention, services, population health, and vascular dementia. We are one of the most active research and clinical programs in the country, the first Comprehensive Stroke Center in the state, and launched the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the nation. Our stroke program, founded by Dr. James Grotta in 1979, specializes in stroke epidemiology, clinical trial design, and basic science. We train the next generation of revolutionary academics and leaders in cerebrovascular disease through our NINDS-funded fellowship programs. Contact For more information or if you have any questions, please contact us at info.uthiscd@gmail.com

We have an amazing Grand Rounds follow up interview for you today! Dr. Andrew Barreto is an Associate Professor at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). He is board certified in both Neurology and Vascular Neurology, and sees patients of all ages. His clinical interests involve a combination of treatments for thrombolysis in ischemic strokes, ultrasound-enhanced treatments for ischemic strokes, advanced CT and MRI vascular neuroimaging and endovascular treatment for strokes. His Grand Rounds presentation with medical students and faculty at McGovern Medical School was on Ultrasound Imaging in Cerebrovascular Disease. One of our new fellows this year, Mahan Shahrivari, interviewed Dr. Barreto following his presentation to ask some more in depth questions. As with our previous Grand Rounds episode, we added the Q&A from the live Grand Rounds because it added so much value to this episode. Dr. Andrew Barreto. MD MS, is a vascular neurologist, neurosonologist, clinical trialist and associate professor at the McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Texas. He is currently the director of the UT Neurosonology laboratory. He is the Clinical Stroke Director at MHH-Texas Medical Center, co-PI for several practice changing NIH-funded MOST trial: Multi-Arm Optimization of Stroke Thrombolysis. Dr. Barreto’s area of expertise are neurosonology and acute ischemic stroke clinical trials. Combination treatments for thrombolysis in ischemic stroke and  Ultrasound-enhanced treatments for ischemic stroke. For more information on Dr. Barreto visit https://med.uth.edu/neurology/faculty/andrew-d-barreto-md-ms/ ------- The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease (UTHealth Stroke Institute) http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com/ Hosts: Mahan Shahrivari Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice.

Dr. Chimowitz completed a Neurology residency at Tufts –New England Medical Center and a Stroke fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic.  He has had faculty positions at the University of Michigan and Emory University, and is currently Professor of Neurology and Associate Dean of Faculty Development at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.  His main career interests are in improving treatments for patients with intracranial arterial atherosclerotic stenosis and helping to mentor the next generation of clinical and translational scientists.  He has led three large consecutive NIH / NINDS funded multicenter clinical studies over the past 18 years (the WASID trial, the NIH Wingspan Stent registry, and the Stenting and Aggressive Medical Management for Preventing Recurrent stroke in Intracranial Stenosis [SAMMPRIS] trial), which have led to new standards of care for the treatment of atherosclerotic intracranial arterial stenosis.  He was awarded the 2013 William M. Feinberg Award for Excellence in Clinical Stroke by the American Heart Association / American Stroke Association for this work. Additionally, he has extensive experience with mentoring trainees and junior faculty and has been the recipient of a NIH K24 award for this purpose.  He is also the director of the KL2 mentoring program for MUSC’s CTSA award from NIH. ------- The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease (UTHealth Stroke Institute) http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com/ Hosts: Joseph Fries Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice.

Our stroke program, founded by Dr. James Grotta in 1979, specializes in stroke epidemiology, clinical trial design, and basic science. We train the next generation of revolutionary academics and leaders in cerebrovascular disease through our NINDS-funded fellowship programs. Each year we welcome a new class of fellows. This episode is a "wrap up" of their time with us this past year! Hosts: Amy Quinn, James Grotta, MD, Amanda Jagolino-Cole, MD Guests (Fellows): Drs. Stuart Fraser, Ivo Bach, Praveen Hariharan, Pamela Zelnik, Sishir Mannava  StrokeBusters, a Podcast Presented by: The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) or “Stroke Institute" About StrokeBusters is a podcast series of recorded conversations on the topic of stroke and cerebrovascular disease. Based in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, we tap into our local network of astonishing leaders in healthcare and medicine to discuss the latest and most exciting news in stroke. Throughout this ten-episode series, we connect with UTHealth physicians and researchers, many who are experts in their field, to discuss their practice, cutting-edge research and medical care. Who We Are The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, better known as the Stroke Institute, serves as a multi-disciplinary hub for research and best practices in stroke recovery, stroke prevention, services, population health, and vascular dementia. We are one of the most active research and clinical programs in the country, the first Comprehensive Stroke Center in the state, and launched the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the nation. Contact Web: http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke LinkedIn: @UTHealthStroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact us at info.uthiscd@gmail.com

For Stroke Awareness Month this May, each episode we’ll talk with professionals, doctors, researchers and therapists who work with stroke patients and in stroke science. Highlighting the people who work in stroke care, hearing their stories, why they chose their career paths, hopefully this encourages future generations of stroke professionals! Continuing this series, we spoke with Drs. Lori Jordan and Heather Fullerton. Both are pediatric vascular neurologists with an interest in training the next generation Lori Jordan, MD, PhD: View Bio Here Heather Fullerton, MD, MAS: View Bio Here The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease (UTHealth Stroke Institute) http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com/ Hosts:  -Amy Quinn  -Stuart Fraser, MD Pediatric Vascular Neurology Fellow, PGY-6 UT McGovern School of Medicine Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke LinkedIn: @UTHealthStroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice.

For Stroke Awareness Month this May, each episode we’ll talk with professionals, doctors, researchers and therapists who work with stroke patients and in stroke science. Highlighting the people who work in stroke care, hearing their stories, why they chose their career paths, hopefully this encourages future generations of stroke professionals! Continuing this series, we spoke with Arianne Navarro, Staff Nurse for the Stroke Unit at Memorial Hermann Hospital in the Texas Medical Center. The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease (UTHealth Stroke Institute) http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com/ Hosts: Amy Quinn Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice.

For Stroke Awareness Month this May, each episode we’ll talk with professionals, doctors, researchers and therapists who work with stroke patients and in stroke science. Highlighting the people who work in stroke care, hear their stories, why they chose their career paths, hopefully this encourages future generations of stroke professionals! Continuing this series, we spoke with Kenny Phan, a CT Technologist for the UTHealth Housto MSU Unit.  The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease (UTHealth Stroke Institute) http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com/ Hosts: Amy Quinn Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke MSU Twitter: @MSU_CAT001 More information on MSU: CLICK HERE Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice.

May is Stroke Awareness Month and we are excited to bring to you a mini-series this month focused on Careers in Stroke. Each episode we’ll talk with professionals, doctors, researchers and therapists who work with stroke patients and in stroke science. Highlighting the people who work in stroke care, hear their stories, why they chose their career paths, hopefully this encourages future generations of stroke professionals! Starting our Careers in Stroke mini-series, we spoke with Emily Stevens, OTR, from the Stroke Institute at UTHealth Houston.  The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease (UTHealth Stroke Institute) http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com/ Hosts: Amy Quinn Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice.

In this episode, we sat down with Dr. Suja Rajan following her groundbreaking presentation on the cost-effectiveness of mobile stroke units at the 2022 International Stroke Conference in New Orleans. Dr. Rajan and co-researchers aimed to prove “if outcome improvements associated with MSUs justify [an] increase in costs, thereby making MSUs cost effective, or if the outcome improvements lead to follow-up cost reductions thereby making MSUs cost-saving.” https://www.hmpgloballearningnetwork.com/site/neuro/conference-coverage/mobile-stroke-unit-utilization-cost-effective This was the first study that provided an economic evaluation using 1-year follow-up data on the cost-effectiveness of MSUs. Dr. Suja S. Rajan is a Health Economist and Econometrician, and is currently an Associate Professor at the School of Public Health, UT Health in Houston. Dr. Rajan’s research interests include women’s health, stroke and cancer health outcomes research, determining the effect of socio-economic determinants of health, identification and resolution of racial-ethnic, socio-economic and gender disparities, evaluating programs that address these disparities, and conducting cost-effectiveness and cost-benefit evaluations to establish the business case for medical interventions. Twitter: @UTHealthStroke Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. About StrokeBusters is a podcast series of recorded conversations on the topic of stroke and cerebrovascular disease. Based in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, we tap into our local network of astonishing leaders in healthcare and medicine to discuss the latest and most exciting news on stroke. Throughout this ten-episode series, we connect with UTHealth physicians and researchers, many of who are experts in their field, to discuss their practice, cutting-edge research, and medical care. Who We Are The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, better known as the Stroke Institute, serves as a multi-disciplinary hub for research and best practices in stroke recovery, stroke prevention, services, population health, and vascular dementia. We are one of the most active research and clinical programs in the country, the first Comprehensive Stroke Center in the state, and launched the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the nation. Our stroke program, founded by Dr. James Grotta in 1979, specializes in stroke epidemiology, clinical trial design, and basic science. We train the next generation of revolutionary academics and leaders in cerebrovascular disease through our NINDS-funded fellowship programs. Contact For more information or if you have any questions, please contact us at info.uthiscd@gmail.com

In this episode we chat with Dr. Louise McCullough, professor and Chair of Neurology at Memorial Hermann Hospital in the Texas Medical Center and Co-Director of UTHealth Neurosciences. She is also the Conference Chair for this year's International Stroke Conference and offers an inside look into this year's event and UTHealth Houston's involvement. We discuss COVID and stroke, Dr. James Grotta's presentation on MSU cost effectiveness, TNK vs TPA use, up and comers from UTHealth Houston to look out for and so much more. Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease (UTHealth Stroke Institute) http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com/ UTHealth Stroke Institute Vascular Neurology Fellowship https://www.uth.edu/stroke-institute/training/vascular-neurology-fellowship Dr. Louise McCullough https://med.uth.edu/neurology/faculty/louise-d-mccullough-md-phd/ Host: Amy Quinn Communications Director, The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease at UTHealth Houston Twitter: @UTHealthStroke   Instagram: @UTHealthStroke Facebook: facebook.com/uthealthstroke

For our Stroke Awareness Month special episode we chat with vascular and interventional neurologist, Dr. Sunil Sheth, to discuss his career in endovascular and interventional neurology and advice for stroke trainees. Ideas and opinions are our own and this podcast is not a substitute for expert medical advice. The Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease (UTHealth Stroke Institute) http://www.utstrokeinstitute.com/ UTHealth Stroke Institute Vascular Neurology Fellowship https://www.uth.edu/stroke-institute/training/vascular-neurology-fellowship Dr. Sunil Sheth Imaging Lab https://www.uth.edu/stroke-institute/cores/imaging  Host: Barbra Ovuegbe Marketing Coordinator, UTHealth Houston Co-host: Aidan Azher, MD Vascular Neurology Fellow, UTHealth Houston Guest: Sunil Sheth, MD Associate Professor and Co-Director of Vascular Neurology Fellowship, McGovern Medical School, UTHealth https://www.uth.edu/stroke-institute/faculty/profile?id=883cf3ca-7dc5-4299-83c0-0756b60593db Twitter: @SunilAShethMD