Brain Chat with the Nerdy Neurologist
by Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams
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
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Neck and Neck: A Race to the Right Diagnosis
Neck pain is common—but when is it more than just a stiff neck, and when should you consider seeing a specialist?In this episode of Brain Chat with the Nerdy Neurologist, Dr. Mitzi J. Williams sits down with special guest Dr. Marcus Gates, board-certified neurosurgeon at Wellstar Health System…
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Migraine More Than a Headache - 2
Migraine is more than “just a headache”—and for millions of people living with migraine, the impact can reach far beyond head pain.In this episode of Brain Chat, Dr. Mitzi Williams is joined by Dr. Chantale Branson and Dr. Temitope Adeyeye for an important conversation, “Migraine: More Than a...
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The Overlap Years Perimenopause, Menopause, and MS
We’re officially back TONIGHT at 7 PM ET, and I couldn’t think of a better conversation to kick off the second half of the season! I’m joined by my good friend Dr. Barbara Joy Jones for “The Overlap Years: Perimenopause, Menopause, and MS.” We’re getting into the symptoms, the overlap, the...
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Say More, Say it Better. How to Talk With Your Health Care Team
Have you ever left a doctor's appointment with more questions than answers? Join me for a new episode of #BrainChat, where I'm joined by Dr. Nolan-McEwen and Dr. Colton-Poole to talk about how to communicate more confidently with your health care team. Because your voice matters, and better...
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Beyond the Wrinkles: Botox for Migraine, Spasticity, and Beyond
Botox is about more than wrinkles. In the next episode of Brain Chat, I'm joined by fellow neurologists Dr. Nolan-McEwen and Dr. Rosenthal to explore the medical side of Botox and how it's used to treat chronic migraine, spasticity, and other neurologic conditions. We're talking about who may...
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Stronger Together: Communicating With Care Partners in Chronic Disease
Living with a chronic illness can change relationships, but communication can help strengthen them. 💙 This Monday on Brain Chat, I'm joined by communication expert Dr. Charnetta Colton Poole to discuss navigating conversations with care partners, setting healthy boundaries, and expressing your...
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From Signal to Sensation: Understanding Nerve Pain
"If my MRI looks normal, why am I still in pain?" It's a question many people ask and one we're tackling in the next episode of Brain Chat. Join me and Dr. Deitrick Cox as we break down what nerve pain is, why it can be difficult to measure, common causes in conditions like MS and peripheral...
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MS or NMOSD? Why the Right Diagnosis Changes Everything
How do neurologists know whether someone has MS or NMOSD? In the next epside of #BrainChat, I sit down with Dr. Rosenthal and Dr. Nolan-McEwen to discuss the latest diagnostic criteria for MS and NMOSD, common causes of misdiagnosis, and why getting the right diagnosis can change everything. From...
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Spasticity 101: Why Muscles Get Stuck and What To Do
Ever feel like your muscles have a mind of their own? 🤔 In the latest episode of Brain Chat, I got to sit down with Dr. Deitrick Cox and Sheree Love to dive deep into the world of spasticity. Some days, your muscles can feel like they're in a tug-of-war, and other days they're as calm as a…
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Move Your Body, Boost Your Brain
In this episode of Brain Chat, I’m joined by MS advocate Nana Opong-Owusu and exercise physiologist Sheree Love for an honest and empowering conversation about movement and brain health.We talk about what it really looks like to stay active while living with Multiple Sclerosis—, rom navigating...
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Sleep Mode: Brain Edition
Sleep isn’t just rest… it’s your brain doing some of its most important work 🧠💤 On this episode of #BrainChat, I’m joined by sleep medicine expert Dr. Chantale Branson and we’re getting into what’s really happening while you sleep and why it matters more than you think. We talk about how...
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Tremors Explained Brain, Nerves, and Movement
Tremors can look a lot of different ways—and if you’ve ever had questions, this one’s for you. In this episode of #Brainchat, I’m joined by Dr. Chantale Branson and Dr. Kisha Young, two movement disorder specialists, to break down what tremors are, how they show up, and how we evaluate them. We…
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A Year of Progress in MS What's New and What It Means for You
MS research is evolving—but what does that actually mean for you? On the next episode of Brain Chat, I’m sitting down with Dr. Jacqueline Rosenthal to break down the biggest updates in MS care—from new therapies to how we’re tracking the disease over time. We keep it real: what’s promising…
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New Year, New Insurance: What Patients Need to Know
Why does healthcare suddenly feel more expensive at the beginning of the year?In this episode of Brain Chat, Dr. Mitzi sits down with , Patient Billing Expert ,Carol Coleman from Joi Life Wellness Group to break down what patients need to know about insurance resets, deductibles, and prior...
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Your Brain on Menopause
We're back with a powerful new episode: Your Brain on Menopause! I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Riley Bove—neurologist, researcher, and true champion for women’s brain health. From MS care during menopause to what the research really says about hormones and our brains, this convo is packed with...
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MS 101 part 2
I’m so excited for next week’s episode of Brain Chat because I’ll be joined by my right-hand in healing, Dr. Jakai McEwen, for MS 101 Part 2! At Joi Life Wellness Center, Dr. McEwen brings a thoughtful, comprehensive approach to MS care and neurology. From her neuroscience degree at Vanderbilt to...
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MS 101 part 1
In this episode of Brain Chat, we’re joined by Dr. Mima Akinsanya, a board-certified neurologist and MS specialist who’s reshaping what MS care looks like—especially in communities that need it most. As the first MS specialist in Prince George’s County in over a decade, Dr. Akinsanya is expanding...
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What's New in MS
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...
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Brain Health is Wealth
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...
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Gut Health and Autoimmune Disease
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…
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Memory Loss and Dementia
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...
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Holistic Health part 2
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!
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Holistic Health part 1
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...
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Everything You Need To Know About Stroke
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...
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Headache and Facial Pain Migraine and Trigeminal Neuralgia
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...
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Neck and Back Pain Everything you need to know about Degenerative Disk Disease
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.
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Neuropathy
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...
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Cancer and Autoimmune Disease
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.…
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Movement and Multiple Sclerosis
We're talking about MOVEMENT and MS with @doctor.gretchen and @yogamovesms
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Music and the Brain
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...
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Protecting Your Peace: Mental Health and You
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…
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Self Advocacy Part 2: Telling Your Story
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…
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Power to the People: Self Advocacy in MS
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
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Comorbidities and Neurologic Disease
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...
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Men's Health and MS
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. 🧠
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MS Therapy: Where do we go from here?
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.
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NMOSD Awareness
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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MS Prodrome and Radiographically Iolated Syndrome
Join Dr. Mitzi as she chats with Dr. Jiwon Oh! This is an important discussion on "MS Prodrome and Radiographically Isolated Syndrome."
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Exercise and MS
Join Dr. Mitzi as she chats with the experts on exercise and MS.
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Research and You
In this episode Dr Mitzi and her Super Friends discuss all things research as it pertains to MS.
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MS In The Black Community
Tune into the first episode of the season MS in the Black community. Dr Mitzi Chats with Dr Mima AkinsanyDr Tirisham Gyanand Dania Baynes
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Integrative Medicine
Nerdy Nation, join in on the last episode of the season, as Dr Mitzi chats with Dr. Susan Payrovi who breaks down what Integrative Medicine is.
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Global Perspectives in MS
Join by good friends and great patient advocates, Trishna Bharradia and Rachel Horne, Dr. Mitzi chats Global Perspective in MS!
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Increasing Diversity in Clinical Research
On today's episode, Dr. Mitzi asked Owen Garrick and Nana Opong-Owusu to give us insight into clinical research
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MS in the Hispanic Latinx Community
Dr. Mitzi and Dr. Lilyana Amezcua discuss MS in the Hispanic Latinx Community.
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Patient Powered Advocacy
Join the Nerdy Neurologist and her super friends Ashley M. Ratcliff, Director of Communications & Operations with WE Are Ill, Stewart Schlossman, President and Founder of MS News and Views, and Hollie Schmidt, VP of Scientific Operations for Accelerated Cure Project.
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Patient Advocacy-Identifying Resources for Individuals with MS
On this episode Dr. Mitzi is joined by the Chief Mission Officer of MSAA, Amanda Montague and NMSS Associate VP of innovation and Strategy, Julie Foil! Join in as they chat about the different resources these great organizations provide to you.
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How does Heat and Temperature affect MS symptoms
It's getting hot in here! On this episode of BrainChat Dr. Mitzi will be discussing "How does Heat and Temperature affect MS Symptoms" with here good friends Dr. Huiam Mubarak and Kimstian Harrison.
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Migraine and Headache Awareness
Listen in to Dr. Mitzi as she chats with her good friend Dr. Hope O'brian, as they discuss "Migraine and Headache Awareness". This is a chat we all can
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Men's Issues in MS
Ok! Join the Nerdy Neurologist and her super friends. Dr Stephen Krieger, Tyler Campbell, and Stuart Schlossman as they chat about "Men's Issues in MS"!
About this show
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.
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Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams