SNI Digital Podcast

Dr. Hugues Duffau; Future of Brain Surgery; Staged resections for low grade glioma; Principles of Surgery

SUMMARY: Dr. Hugues Duffau presents case based examples in his continuing lecture series on the use of Functional Pre- ,intra-, and post op neuropsychological assessments of brain functions with anatomical knowledge of white matter fiber tracts supplemented by imaging information to create a real time functional map of the patients functioning brain. He places an interest in the brain function before the brain tumor to guide his awake resections. Quality of life thru preservation of essential functions for the patient is the Key to his surgery. He allows time for the brain to undergo neuroplastic changes in his subsequent resections. Even if the histology has changed to a higher grade of glioma, he will resect the tumor preserving brain function to achieve his long term quality of life survivals. Learn what is the value of Radiation and Chemotherapy after recurrence and resection. Does radiation prolong quality of life or shorten it? Excellent case examples to illustrate his successes with questions from the audience and an interesting Discussion. This presentation will totally alter your thinking about brain surgery for neoplasms. It illustrates why this detailed functional surgery will be an essential part of the knowledge of Neurosurgery in the future. It is more than anatomy which does not tell function. Excellent for video and good for Podcast. Superb presentation. Highly recommended

Hugues Duffau, MD, PhD Lecture series; How I Do It?; Future of Brain Surgery; Session # 2

SUMMARY: In this 2nd Lecture in his 9 session series on Professor Hugues Duffau on Brain Surgery of the Future, discusses Awake Functional-Guided Surgery; A masterclass on How I do it". He describes his operative set up, the intra-operative Neuropsychological Testing which is performed as he does the surgery. He uses no microscope, no subcortical coagulation. He is guided by his integrated knowledge of the the anatomical tracts, preoperative imaging (which has its limitations in brain shift and neuro-plasticity), Neuropsychological testing pre-and intra-operatively, and his identification of the fiber tract connections related to the individual's desires for Quality of Life Survival. His presentation is followed by a Q and A session with the audience regarding many points of his work. This is an excellent follow up of his previous lecture in this series. (90 minutes of Lecture and Discussion) Good for Video and Podcast.

Conversation with a Visionary In Science; Russell Blaylock, MD

SUMMARY: Dr. Ausman interviews Dr Russell Blaylock about his visionary discoveries shoutout his career. Before medical school he became interested in the biochemistry of Disease and was ahead of most at that time in understanding the role of biochemistry in disease. He learned on his own over the years meeting with scientists ion other disciplines and wrote about the toxicity of Fluoride, Aluminum, inflammation underlying disease, Autistic Disorders which he correctly predicted was an inflammatory diseases of the CNS as was Parkinsons. He participated in the discovery of trauma as the trauma as the cause of disease. He was against the use of stain drugs which did not lower cholesterol, and the excessive consumption of Glutamine in a diet which added to obesity and led to burning out the islet cells of the pancreas leading to drug dependent diabetes. He has written about the radiation in cell phones causing brain tumors. For years she has stated Cancer is a metabolic disease all of which have subsequently been proof correct. He is responsible for many other discoveries in medicine. Yet, he is not recognized as he should be. See and listen to this interview with Dr. Blaylock to get an appreciate of what he has contributed to medicine and see the multiple videos read the papers he has contribute to SNI Digital and SNI. 30 minutes of meeting with a visionary. Excellent for video and Podcast.

Understanding Cauda Equina Syndrome: Legal Implications and Malpractice Risks

This educational video delves into Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES), focusing on its clinical presentation, diagnosis, and the critical timelines for intervention. It highlights the importance of timely recognition and management of CES to prevent devastating outcomes for patients, emphasizing the neurologic and functional implications of delayed treatment. Additionally, the video discusses the legal ramifications associated with malpractice in cases of Cauda Equina Syndrome. It covers case studies that illustrate common pitfalls in clinical practice, including misdiagnosis and inadequate response to symptoms. Viewers will gain insights into the standard of care expected in these situations and learn how to navigate the complex interplay between medical practice and legal accountability.

Interview with Dr. Samuel Chukwunonyerem Ohaegbulam, a Leading World Neurosurgeon from Nigeria;

SUMMARY: Dr. Ohaegbulam, is from Southern Nigeria, now in Enugu, and founder of the Memfys Multispecialty Hospital in that city. He grew up in Southern Nigeria and rode his bike to school that was distant from his home. He attended medical school in Cairo, Egypt graduated with exposure to Neurosurgery and had further training in the UK including the advanced Atkinson-Morely Hospital where he was exposed to high level neurosurgery and the introduction of the CT scanner, the first in the world. After further work in the UK he returned to Nigeria, which had gone through internal strife during his time away, to develop neurosurgery in his country. He had various academic positions including Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nigeria, and was awarded the country's highest academic honor, the Nigeria National Order of Merit award (NNOM). He left to create his own private now multi-specialty hospital in Enugu which is a leading medical center in Nigeria. It is an ultramodern, technologically advanced, and the first Private Hospital that rapidly earned full Accreditation for postgraduate neurosurgery training. MHN has provided short-term posting and full training for over 180 postgraduate doctors. To date, forty-six neurosurgeons have graduated from MHN and another seven are at various stages of their training. He traveled the world to find excellence in neurosurgery, developed neurosurgical associations in Africa. He did pioneering work in studying the Cavernous Sinus and its anatomy among his research publications. He is a leader in medicine and neurosurgery in Africa and the world. He is married to Marcelle, they are blessed with three sons, and one is a Harvard trained neurosurgeon. His story is inspiring in demonstrating that one person can make a difference with excellence as his goal. 60 minutes (Good for Video and Podcast)