Faces Of Tbi

Dr. Erik Reis is an international speaker and educator, with over 6 years of clinical experience as a Doctor of Chiropractic and board-certified Functional Neurologist, working with some of the most complex neurological and metabolic conditions throughout the world. He received his Doctorate in Chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University and graduated from the University of Minnesota with his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science. He currently holds a diplomate in Functional Neurology from the American Chiropractic Neurology Board, an accredited agency within the American Chiropractic Association. He believes the connection between optimal neurological function and nutritional status is essential to understanding how to fully maximize brain function and cognitive performance, which is why SHIFT takes a multifaceted approach to working with businesses and employees to optimize workplace productivity and employee engagement by implementing simple solutions and habits that i

Dr. Traster is a globally recognized expert in the field of neurological rehabilitation. He lectures and consults for doctors of all specialties across the world relating to patients with a variety of neurological disorders. He is most noted for working with patients suffering from head injuries, dizziness, balance disorders, and chronic pain. Due to his clinical success, patients travel from around the world to work with Dr. Traster during his 1 or 2-week intensive outpatient rehabilitation programs.⁣ www.neurologicwellnessinstitute.com   Episode sponsored by: The Functional Neurology center

Dr. Perry Maynard is a Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist that specializes in the management of complex neurological cases, including Post Concussive Syndrome, Vertigo, Balance Disorders, Movement disorders, Dysautonomia, and a variety of Autoimmune conditions. Dr. Maynard has extensive education and training in Concussion rehabilitation, vestibular rehabilitation, and Neuro-immunology. He first became interested in neurological rehabilitation after playing Division 1 college football for Eastern Illinois University, where he experienced multiple concussions and witnessed friends and teammates suffering without answers or options for treatment.This is why he has dedicated his professional life to helping those suffering from traumatic brain injuries.  www.integratedhealthdenver.com Episode sponsored by: The Functional Neurology Center

Dr. Little is a northeast Ohio-based chiropractic physician with a focus on working with complex neurological and metabolic conditions. His clinic, Ohio Brain and Pain Center, works with a wide-variety of conditions including - brain injury, mood and mental health disorders, migraine headaches, attentional and behavioral issues, developmental disorders, autoimmune, metabolic and hormonal conditions, chronic pain and injury, vestibular disorders, and dysautonomia. www.thebraincenterohio.com Episode sponsored by: The Functional Neurology Center

Dr. Reilly is the founder and CEO of Purposefully Home. She is a licensed occupational therapist and holds an executive certificate in home modifications. Her passion for empowering people that have suffered from or care for those with brain injury has stemmed from both personal and professional experiences. Dr. Reilly helps improve how people function within their home environments by incorporating a holistic analyses of the home, all residents within the space as well as the ability levels and interests of the clients looking to better manage their independence by optimizing their environment. Dr. Reilly has witnessed first hand the direct impact on individuals with brain injury a supportive environment can have on improved organization, concentration, mood and emotional management as well as empowering individual’s in obtaining personal goals such as living independently, obtaining employment, building and maintaining relationships, participating in leisure activities and so much more! Episode brought t

Dr. Chung is an upper cervical chiropractor in Wellington, Florida with a practice focused on patients with traumatic head and neck injuries. He's published several scientific papers and abstracts in peer-reviewed journals and is a speaker on the topics of concussion, vestibular disorders, and dysautonomia. Dr. Chung is also trained in functional neurology and clinical neuroscience through the Carrick Institute. www.chiropractorwellington.com www.protecttheneck.com

Jeffrey M. Heller is a trial attorney with the law firm of Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy Co., L.P.A., in Cleveland, Ohio. Mr. Heller frequently represents traumatic brain injury survivors in a wide range of cases, including medical malpractice, motor vehicle and truck accidents, premises liability and construction defect cases. Mr. Heller has dedicated his career to understanding and explaining the challenges TBI survivors face, from their significant rehabilitation hurdles, to the malingering myth many insurance companies argue. Mr. Heller has been recognized as a Super Lawyer - Rising Star, an America's Top 100 Personal Injury Attorney, and a National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40. Episode Sponsored by: The Functional Neurology Center 

Michael Lovich DC DACNB DACBSP is a Board Certified Chiropractic Functional Neurologist, and Board Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician. He holds a MS in sports medicine with additional training in brain based functional medicine, and functional movement based rehabilitation. He has served as a medical director and on medical staff for various organizations and events in professional, amateur, collegiate and high school athletics. He specializes in integrating the physical aspects of sports medicine and chiropractic care with the neurological and physiological systems that are often overlooked. He is the owner of Delta S Performance, Functional Neurology and Sports Medicine, with clinics in the Denver and Boston metro areas. http://www.deltasperformance.com

Dr. Jacob is a board certified chiropractic neurologist who suffered a head injury when he was ten-months old that left him partially paralyzed. Doctors said that he would never walk or talk. Through regular chiropractic care, Dr. Jacob defied his prognosis and dedicated his life to understanding the human nervous system so that he can deliver the same exceptional care that has allowed him to thrive today. Dr. Jacob’s case has been published in multiple publications, and he has spoken to both professional and lay audiences all over the country about the power of their brain and nervous system to change and heal. www.plaskerchiro.com

Marcia is a poet, musician, presenter, and interdisciplinary artist. Her most recent poetry collection is “A Crown of Hornets” (Four Way Books, 2019), which deals with her experience with and recovery from a mild traumatic brain injury. Based on that collection, she has created a presentation entitled “An Artist’s Journey Through Mild Traumatic Brain Injury, which presents her story along with original poems, music, artwork, and videos to immerse the viewer in one woman’s experience with an MTBI. Marcia has shared her presentation at Walter Reed's National Intrepid Center for Excellence, as well as at Psychiatry Grand Rounds at Montefiore Medical Center in NYC, and at the "Clinician's Ear" series at the Center for Biomedical Ethics and Humanities at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. Marcia holds an MFA from Warren Wilson College Program for Writers, and has taught classes and workshops on creativity and writing at colleges, arts organizations, and other venues. She was a co-founding member of awa

Dr. Barry Sears has dedicated the last 35 years of his research career to studying the links between diet, hormones, and health and is dedicated to restoring a state of health that can be controlled by reducing inflammation in your body. In his research, he studies dietary control of hormonal response and develops innovative approaches to help treat and reverse silent inflammation, the leading cause of cardiovascular disease and Type-2 diabetes. His research has led to his best-selling books Enter the Zone, Mastering the Zone, Zone Perfect Meals in Minutes, and had additionally penned The Soy Zone, Anti-Aging Zone, Omega Zone, Toxic Fat, A Week in the Zone, Zone Meals in Seconds, Top 100 Zone Foods, The Mediterranean Zone, and soon to be released, The Resolution Zone. Dr. Seal's book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/37foYlA Episode sponsored by: The Functional Neurology Center

Nneka MacGregor is an advocate who works with government and other organizations to eradicate violence against women. She is the co-founder and Executive Director of the Women’s Centre for Social Justice, also known as the WomenatthecentrE, our unique non-profit organization that was created for women survivors of gender-based violence, by women survivors. Nneka develops and delivers training to various agencies and organizations that promotes better understanding of the issues, and focuses on personal and political advocacy for women survivors, as well as on ways to engage men and boys in the initiatives to eradicate violence against women. Episode sponsored by: The Functional Neurology Center

Dr. Kabran Chapek has been a staff physician at Amen Clinics since 2013. As a graduate of Bastyr University in the Seattle area, he is an expert in the use of functional and integrative treatments and collaborates extensively with many of the Amen Clinics physicians. He has a special interest in the assessment and treatment of Alzheimer’s and dementia, traumatic brain injuries, PTSD, and anxiety disorders. Dr. Chapek is the founding president of the Psychiatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians, an affiliate group of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. Dr. Chapek's book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/39keXVD Episode sponsored by: The Functional Neurology Center

Brandon Seigel is the President of Wellness Works Management Partners. Seigel is a published author and brings over fifteen years of executive leadership experience. Throughout his storied career, Seigel has empowered entrepreneurs throughout the United States to streamline operations, build winning teams, implement effective business models, and ultimately transform new ventures for optimum success. Seigel has been supporting private practice owners with an emphasis in the Occupational, Physical, And Speech Therapy industry since 2008. In addition to consulting all over the world, Seigel is a frequent guest lecturer and keynote speaker throughout the world. Seigel’s most recent book, The Private Practice Survival Guide, taps into his passion and drive to support healthcare providers and clinicians in unlocking their freedom from their own success and ultimately empowering the “American Dream.” Through supporting Private Practice owners in optimizing clinical outcomes, streamlining workflow solutions, and imp

I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with a private practice in Midtown Manhattan where I work with adults and children to address mental health disorders such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism, Behavioral Disorders and/or challenges. I conduct thorough assessments and utilize Applied and Clinical Behavior Analysis, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to treat identified deficits. I also incorporate mindfulness techniques to increase positive coping mechanisms to stress and anxiety. My focus is to help my clients make meaningful and socially significant behavioral changes to connect with their environment in a positive and productive way. I received my undergraduate degree from UCLA and my Graduate Degree from NYU. I have been in the field of Behavioral Health for 10 years.   Episode sponsored by: The Functional Neurology Center

Joseph Hoelscher is an attorney who regularly represents clients with TBI and other disabilities in criminal and civil court. He's a well-recognized and award-winning DUI/DWI lawyer and family lawyer, author of a book and several legal articles, and regular speaker at legal training seminars. He is Managing Attorney of Hoelscher Gebbia Cepeda PLLC law firm in San Antonio, Texas.   Episode sponsored by: The Functional Neurology Center

Karen Odell-Barber completed her master’s degree in counseling at San Francisco State University, with post graduate training in addiction treatment from UC Berkeley. Odell-Barber was Milieu Manager, Director of Business Development, and Chief Operating Officer for Belmont Hills Hospital, an 80-bed Neuropsychiatric Center. During her tenure, she led the facility through significant restructuring and a successful JCAHO review and survey, resulting in commendation. She has hands-on management experience within the areas of clinical service, utilization management and review, operations and maintenance and outpatient services. She has served as Clinical Consultant to numerous organizations, including Lifetime Television. She is an experienced public speaker and has presented at various behavioral health and neuroscience conferences throughout the US. Odell-Barber, a Who’s Who in American Businesswomen, was a volunteer lobbyist for the American Medical Association and separately, in 2004 was the author of legi

I was 28 years old when I had a stroke. I was living an active lifestyle competing in martial arts, Olympic style weightlifting and generally working to be healthy. After an ischemic stroke, I spent time in rehab working in recovering my life skills and improving my mindset. It challenged my relationships and my view of my sense of self and community. The gratitude the having a stroke has shown me has steered me into sharing positivity and perspectives from the view of a stroke thriver. episode sponsored by: The Functional Neurology Center

Ariane Resnick is a special diet chef and certified nutritionist whose private chef clientele has included an array of celebrities. Ariane writes books and articles, and consults for individuals, brands, and chefs on nutrition, recipes, and wellness. She has been featured in media such as Forbes, CBS' The Doctors, ABC News, HuffPost, Cosmopolitan, MindBodyGreen, and ELLE. She lives in Los Angeles, CA. Find Ariane's book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2OsqXLT Episode sponsored by: The Functional Neurology Center

After 20 years in business, Marcia Moran successfully built Performance Architect & Positive Business DC in 2012. As an in-demand business strategist, Marcia thought she had the world by the tail. Her hard-earned success came to a screeching halt in 2014 when she suffered a stroke. With her ability to walk and talk stripped away, Marcia never gave up. When released from the hospital, Marcia was bothered there were no books on advocacy. This prompted her to author Stroke FORWARD: How to Become Your Own Healthcare Advocate . . . One Step at a Time. A labor of love taking over four years to write, Stroke Forward is the perfect book on how anyone can become a healthcare advocate for a loved one. Marcia holds a B.S. in Political Science with a magna cum laude from the University of North Dakota & an MBA from Chapman University. She attended Skirinssal Folkehoyskole in Norway to study art. She earned a certificate in Well-being Foundations of Personal Transformation from the Personal Transformation and Cour