Episode 245: The Journey to an MS Diagnosis with Dr. Michael Robers

For some, the journey to their MS diagnosis is relatively quick and straightforward. For others, it can be lengthy and convoluted, sometimes  taking years. Joining me to talk about some of the twists and turns that can pop up on the road to being diagnosed with MS is Dr. Michael Robers, a neurologist in the Multiple Sclerosis Program and an assistant professor in the Department of Neurology at Barrow Neurological Institute. We're also talking about a study that measured MS prevalence among Black, White, Hispanic, and Asian people. We'll share results of a survey that looked at cannabis use among Canadians living with MS. We're also sharing results of a survey that looked at where Americans living with MS get their information about cannabis. If you're an MS caregiver, healthcare professional, or researcher, we'll give you the details about an important survey that you can participate in. And we're even taking a moment for a special thank you! We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??! A quick look at the numbers and a heartfelt thank you!   :22 A date that each person remembers 2:59 Study looks at MS prevalence among different racial and ethnic groups  4:36 Survey results show cannabis use among Canadians with MS    7:41 Where do you get your information?  10:07 Survey results show where Americans with MS get their information and guidance about cannabis  11:20 An important survey for MS caregivers, healthcare professionals, and researchers  14:37 Dr. Michael Robers discusses the journey to an MS diagnosis  17:03 Share this episode  31:20 Download the RealTalk MS app for your iOS or Android device   31:41 SHARE THIS EPISODE OF REALTALK MS Just copy this link & paste it into your text or email: https://realtalkms.com/245 ADD YOUR VOICE TO THE CONVERSATION I've always thought about the RealTalk MS podcast as a conversation. And this is your opportunity to join the conversation by sharing your feedback, questions, and suggestions for topics that we can discuss in future podcast episodes. Please shoot me an email or call the RealTalk MS Listener Hotline and share your thoughts! Email: [email protected] Phone: (310) 526-2283 And don't forget to join us in the RealTalk MS Facebook group! LINKS If your podcast app doesn't allow you to click on these links, you'll find them in the show notes in the RealTalk MS app or at www.RealTalkMS.com National MS Society COVID-19 Vaccine Guidance for People Living with MS https://www.nationalmssociety.org/coronavirus-covid-19-information/multiple-sclerosis-and-coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-guidance STUDY: Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Multiple Sclerosis Prevalence https://n.neurology.org/content/98/18/e1818 SURVEY: Medical Cannabis Used in Canadians with Multiple Sclerosis https://www.msard-journal.com/article/S2211-0348(22)00153-5/fulltext SURVEY: Sources of Cannabis Information and Medical Guidance for Neurologic Use: NARCOMS Survey of People Living with Multiple Sclerosis https://cp.neurology.org/content/12/2/102 iConquer MS Survey for MS Caregivers https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6823942/Caregiver-Survey-MS-Caregivers iConquer MS Survey for Researchers and Healthcare Providers https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6823815/Caregiver-research-survey-HCPs-and-researchers Join the RealTalk MS Facebook Group https://facebook.com/groups/realtalkms Download the RealTalk MS App for iOS Devices https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/realtalk-ms/id1436917200 Download the RealTalk MS App for Android Deviceshttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.wizzard.android.realtalk Give RealTalk MS a rating and review http://www.realtalkms.com/review Follow RealTalk MS on Twitter, @RealTalkMS_jon, and subscribe to our newsletter at our website, RealTalkMS.com. RealTalk MS Episode 245 Guests: Dr. Michael Robers Tags: MS, MultipleSclerosis, MSResearch, MSSociety, RealTalkMS Privacy Policy