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The Art of Overcoming: Liz Nugent on Storytelling and Dystonia

The Art of Overcoming: Liz Nugent on Storytelling and Dystonia

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In part one of this two-part episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa speaks with internationally bestselling author Liz Nugent, who shares her journey as a writer and her experiences living with dystonia. Liz discusses her early career in theater and television and highlights the importance of advocacy, awareness, and storytelling. Dr. Correa is then joined by world-renowned neurologist and movement disorders specialist Dr. Alfonso Fasano, Chair in Neuromodulation at the University of Toronto and a neurologist at Toronto Western Hospital. Dr. Fasano explains how the different types of dystonia present and delves into treatment options. Tune in next week to hear about Deep Brain Stimulation and upcoming research.

Additional Resources

Liz Nugent

Dystonia Overview

Speaking Up About Dystonia

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Social Media: Liz Nugent @liznugentwriter; Dr. Alfonso Fasano @al_fasao

Guests: Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

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