Neurosciences

By Lauren Bennett, Ph.D. Like a flower growing in a garden, the human brain benefits from the great outdoors. Nature walks. A jog around the neighborhood. Tai Chi at the park. Studies have found that the aging brain shrinks less when a person spends time outdoors. The same protection against brain shrinkage occurs when a … Read More

Over dinner, Sonia Jamin’s dad cried tears of joy. When Sonia revealed she was pregnant with her second child, her father was so moved that he wept, laughed and bought wine for the entire restaurant. The following morning found her dad crying again. This time, though, he was terrified. “The next call he gets from … Read More

A transformative $50 million gift from the late Newport Beach philanthropist Richard Pickup will change the course of memory and cognitive disorders care at Hoag and nationwide. Richard, who passed away earlier this year, helped shape the course of health care with his longtime support of Hoag neurosciences. Plans for a dedicated Richard H. Pickup … Read More

Chronic headaches can be unsettling and create fears of more serious conditions, such as a brain tumor. The reality, however, is that the likelihood of a headache signaling a brain tumor is extremely low. In fact, most headaches are completely unrelated to cancer. It’s still a good idea to seek medical attention if you encounter … Read More

As we navigate the complexities of aging, one of the most pressing concerns for many is the possibility of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. It’s a topic that often brings anxiety and uncertainty, particularly when faced with the question: Is it just normal forgetfulness or something more serious? In a recent Empowered by Hoag Podcast episode, … Read More

Pictured: Paul and Tricia Dietzler take a selfie together the morning before her second surgery at Hoag. What was an Idaho woman with a brain tumor doing driving almost 1,000 miles across two state lines to get to Orange County, California? Tricia Dietzler was in too much pain to contemplate that question as her husband, … Read More

Pictured: Lisa (far right) with her two friends, Jaclyn and Julie, who helped save her life with their quick action. It was July 10, 2023, and already blazing hot in Rancho Cucamonga when Lisa Peterson and her daughter, Haylee, left their home for Newport Beach to enjoy some respite in the waves with friends. They … Read More

Hoag announced today Adam Kanter, M.D., F.A.A.N.S, has been named executive medical director of the Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute. Hoag ranks among the top 50 in neurology and neurosurgery nationally, according to U.S. News & World Report. Dr. Kanter will lead a multidisciplinary team of experts focused on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, brain and … Read More

Concussions are a common form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that can result from a blow to the head or a sudden jolt to the body causing the brain to move rapidly within the skull. Despite their classification as a ‘mild’ brain injury, the potential long-term repercussions have spurred ongoing research and advancements in treatment … Read More

In the fast-paced world we live in, a good night’s sleep is often undervalued. Yet, its importance cannot be overstated, especially when it comes to cognitive health. One condition that’s gaining increasing attention for its detrimental effects on both sleep quality and cognition is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). “Sleep apnea disrupts the normal sleep cycle, … Read More