Brain Chat with the Nerdy Neurologist
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.
Episodes
We’re diving into What’s New in MS? with the incredible Dr. Annette Okai — a powerhouse in the MS world.
Dr. Okai is a fellowship-trained MS specialist, Director of Clinical Neuroimmunology at North Texas Institute of Neurology and Headache, and Clinical Associate Professor at Texas Tech. She’s also a key voice in research and advocacy, serving on advisory boards for the MS Association of America, National MS Society, and more.<...
Your brain is your greatest asset—so how do you protect it? On the next episode of Brain Chat, Dr. Mitzi sits down with Dr. Susan Payrovi, MD, an expert in Integrative and Functional Medicine, to explore how lifestyle, nutrition, and holistic care can support brain health—especially for those living with MS.
Don’t miss this conversation! Tune in and learn how to invest in your brain health.
We’re diving into Gut Health & Autoimmune Disease with none other than Dr. Sonza Curtis, aka The Gut Doctor.
Dr. Curtis is a trailblazer in functional medicine, with over three decades of experience helping people achieve optimal health through natural healing. She’s been featured in Ebony, Rolling Out, and Shine Magazine and is a sought-after speaker, mentor, and entrepreneur.
Tune in to hear her expert take on the gut-a...
Don’t miss the next episode of #BrainChat, where we discuss memory loss and dementia with Stephanie J. Monroe, JD. As Vice President of Health Equity at UsAgainstAlzheimer’s, Stephanie has spent her career addressing Alzheimer’s impact on communities of color and advocating for greater minority participation in clinical trials. 🧠💡
In Part 2 of Holistic Health, we’ll dive deeper into resilience, self-care, and practical ways to stay balanced every day with Dr. Tanya Beaubrun and Victoria Rodgers. Don't miss it!
Ready to embrace holistic health? Join us on Monday for a new episode of #Brainchat, featuring two powerhouse guests who are redefining wellness!
✨ Dr. Tanya Beaubrun, known as the MOre JOy MD, is a Women’s Wellness Warrior who blends functional and integrative medicine with lifestyle empowerment coaching.
✨ Victoria Rodgers, founder of CenteredSoul Consulting, is a mindfulness expert and MS warrior who combines inclusivity, wellness...
I’m beyond excited to be joined by Dr. Alexis Simpkins, Director of Vascular Neurology Research at Cedars-Sinai and a leading expert in stroke prevention and treatment. We’ll cover everything you need to know about stroke, from cutting-edge research to prevention tips.
Don’t miss this insightful episode with one of the top minds in vascular neurology!
So excited to welcome Dr. Hope O’Brien to the next Brain Chat! We’ll be discussing Headache and Facial Pain: Migraine and Trigeminal Neuralgia. 🧠💥
Dr. O’Brien is a leader in headache medicine, having directed the Headache Fellowship at Cincinnati Children’s and founded the Headache Center of Hope. Don’t miss her expert insights on managing these conditions!
On the next episode of #BrainChat we'll explore neck and back pain from degenerative disk disease with Dr. Vanessa Lane, a physical therapist specializing in neurological conditions, and Dr. Marcus Gates, a neurosurgeon focused on minimally-invasive spine surgery and complex spinal disease.
The next episode of Brain Chat is all about #Neuropathy—a condition that affects millions but doesn’t get enough attention. Special guest Dr. Tamara Greene is here to break it all down. From treating neurological disorders to working with NFL athletes, Dr. Greene knows her stuff. Don’t miss this deep dive into everything you need to know! 🧠
Join us for an insightful discussion on the connections between cancer and autoimmune diseases with our expert guests, Dr. Tirisham Gyang and Dr. Porter.
✨ Dr. Tirisham Gyang is a neuro-immunology specialist and Program Director for the Multiple Sclerosis Fellowship at Ohio State University. She’s dedicated to advancing treatments for demyelinating conditions and exploring neurotoxicity linked to immune cancer therapy.
✨ Dr. ...
We're talking about MOVEMENT and MS with @doctor.gretchen and @yogamovesms
As a #neurologist and #musician, I’m so excited about our next episode Brain Chat, Music and the Brain.
I’ll be sitting down with Allison Lockhart, a licensed and nationally board-certified music therapist, to discuss how #musictherapy can positively affect #mentalhealth, neurodevelopment, and overall well-being.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional or simply curious about the power of music, you don't want to miss th...
Protecting Your Peace: Mental Health and You with the incredible Dr. Ericka Goodwin 🧠✨
Dr. Ericka is a Harvard-trained, double board-certified psychiatrist, bestselling author, top-rated speaker, and creator of the hit podcast, “Better with Dr. Ericka.” She’s on a mission to help you Be Better, Do Better, and Live Better.
Don't miss out on her insights and practical steps to elevate your mental well-being and protect you...
We're back this Monday with another episode of #BrainChat, diving into part 2 of Self Advocacy. This topic is so important that we had to continue the conversation! We'll be focusing on telling your story and who better to discuss this than storytelling experts:
🧠 @picturethisvic, CEO and Founder at @weareillmatic
🧠 @damianwashington, Content Creator at @msviewsandnews
We're giving gems coming from the #patientadvocacy front with experts
🧠 Kathleen Costello, COO at @candomultiplesclerosis
🧠 Amanda Montague, Chief Mission Officer at the @msassociation
🧠 Jacki Smoczynski, Associate VP of Community Engagement at @mssociety
We're coming together to talk about the connection the brain has to the immune system under the effects of excess #stress and #weight gain.
Two amazing experts — Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford @askdrfatima at Harvard Medical School and Dr. Ellen Mowry at @hopkinsmedicine join us Monday for #BrainChat with #thenerdyneurologist to get into it.
Stress unfortunately isn't avoidable, and impacts Black women disproportionally in ...
While MS predominately affects women, fellas, this one is for you!
We're back on Monday with guests @tcspeaks32 and Dr. Stephen Krieger speaking on #menshealth and #ms.
We'll have the best of both perspectives: an MS ambassador and a professor of neurology dropping gems you'll want to hear. 🧠
Nerdy Neuro Nation, we have two amazing guests, Dr. Barry Singer and Dr. Daniel Bandari, who will be sharing their knowledge and insights on #multiplesclerosis treatment and research.
Join Dr. Mitzi and her amazing friends, Sumaira Ahmed and Dr. Michael Levy, as they dive into a Brainchat on NMOSD
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