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Brain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistWhat's New in MSWe’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 also a key voice in research and advocacy, serving on advisory boards for the MS Association of America, National MS Society, and more.You don’t want to miss her insights on the latest in MS care, research, and what’s on the horizon for the community. 2025-04-2837 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistBrain Health is WealthYour 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 living with MS.Don’t miss this conversation! Tune in and learn how to invest in your brain health.2025-04-1837 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistGut Health and Autoimmune DiseaseWe’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, Rolling Out, and Shine Magazine and is a sought-after speaker, mentor, and entrepreneur.Tune in to hear her expert take on the gut-autoimmune connection and how functional medicine can transform your health!2025-03-3147 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMemory Loss and DementiaDon’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 participation in clinical trials. 🧠💡2025-03-3148 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistHolistic Health part 2In 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!2024-12-1737 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistHolistic Health part 1Ready 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 coaching.✨ Victoria Rodgers, founder of CenteredSoul Consulting, is a mindfulness expert and MS warrior who combines inclusivity, wellness, and mindful leadership to help others navigate life’s challenges.Don’t miss Part 1 of our holistic health series as they dive into tips for nurturing mind, body, and spirit. Tap in and tag...2024-12-0128 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistEverything You Need To Know About StrokeI’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 episode with one of the top minds in vascular neurology!2024-11-2048 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistHeadache and Facial Pain Migraine and Trigeminal NeuralgiaSo 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 Hope. Don’t miss her expert insights on managing these conditions!2024-10-2840 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistNeck and Back Pain Everything you need to know about Degenerative Disk DiseaseOn 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.2024-10-1850 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistNeuropathyThe 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 deep dive into everything you need to know! 🧠2024-09-2643 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistCancer and Autoimmune DiseaseJoin 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. She’s dedicated to advancing treatments for demyelinating conditions and exploring neurotoxicity linked to immune cancer therapy.✨ Dr. Porter is a Neurology Professor and Director of NeuroOncology at Mayo Clinic Arizona. With over two decades of experience, she’s committed to improving the quality of life for brain cancer patients and advocating for diversity in medic...2024-09-2354 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMovement and Multiple SclerosisWe're talking about MOVEMENT and MS with @doctor.gretchen and @yogamovesms2024-09-0245 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMusic and the BrainAs 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 overall well-being.Whether you’re a healthcare professional or simply curious about the power of music, you don't want to miss this! 🎵🧠2024-08-2238 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistProtecting Your Peace: Mental Health and YouProtecting 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, Do Better, and Live Better.Don't miss out on her insights and practical steps to elevate your mental well-being and protect your peace!2024-08-2152 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistSelf Advocacy Part 2: Telling Your StoryWe'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 Founder at @weareillmatic🧠 @damianwashington, Content Creator at @msviewsandnews2024-07-2944 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistPower to the People: Self Advocacy in MSWe'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 @mssociety2024-07-2948 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistComorbidities and Neurologic DiseaseWe'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 with #thenerdyneurologist to get into it.Stress unfortunately isn't avoidable, and impacts Black women disproportionally in the United States, similarly to MS.Together, we're spreading awareness by talking about how the brain physically reacts to stress, weight gain, and MS. 💪🏽2024-07-2946 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMen's Health and MSWhile 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. 🧠2024-07-2950 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS 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.2024-07-2942 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistNMOSD AwarenessJoin Dr. Mitzi and her amazing friends, Sumaira Ahmed and Dr. Michael Levy, as they dive into a Brainchat on NMOSD2024-05-0641 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS 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."2024-05-0642 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistExercise and MSJoin Dr. Mitzi as she chats with the experts on exercise and MS.2024-04-0443 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistResearch and YouIn this episode Dr Mitzi and her Super Friends discuss all things research as it pertains to MS.2024-03-1150 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS In The Black CommunityTune into the first episode of the season MS in the Black community. Dr Mitzi Chats with Dr Mima AkinsanyDr Tirisham Gyanand Dania Baynes2024-03-0846 min
The MSing Link163. Managing MS Fatigue w/ Dr. Mitzi Williams MDI have a special guest with me, Dr. Mitzi Joy Williams. She is a board certified neurologist and fellowship trained multiple sclerosis specialist who serves as the founder and CEO of the Joy Life Wellness Group Multiple Sclerosis Center. On today's episode, we're diving into the ins and outs of fatigue. You'll finish this episode feeling prepared with actionable steps to help improve your energy and therefore do more in your daily life.
Mitzi Joi Williams is a Board-Certified Neurologist and Fellowship trained Multiple Sclerosis Specialist who serves as the Founder & CEO of the Joi Life Wellness Gr...2024-01-1719 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistIntegrative MedicineNerdy 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.2024-01-0850 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistGlobal Perspectives in MSJoin by good friends and great patient advocates, Trishna Bharradia and Rachel Horne, Dr. Mitzi chats Global Perspective in MS!2023-12-1951 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistIncreasing Diversity in Clinical ResearchOn today's episode, Dr. Mitzi asked Owen Garrick and Nana Opong-Owusu to give us insight into clinical research2023-11-2749 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS in the Hispanic Latinx CommunityDr. Mitzi and Dr. Lilyana Amezcua discuss MS in the Hispanic Latinx Community.2023-10-3048 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistPatient Powered AdvocacyJoin 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.2023-09-1254 min
Life Lessons and Law with LashondaEducating and Empowering the World with Neurologist & MS Specialist, Dr. Mitzi Joi WilliamsIn this episode of Life Lessons and Law with Lashonda, we welcome Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams. Also known as “The Nerdy Neurologist,” Dr. Williams is a Board-Certified Neurologist, Fellowship Trained Multiple Sclerosis Specialist, Author, International Speaker, and Researcher who is passionate about educating and empowering people affected by MS.
Tune in to this episode as Dr. Williams talks about:
* What a neuro immunologist is — what they do, who and what they treat
* How one takes care of their brain health
* What the medical industry knows about Multiple sclerosis (MS)
* Her wo...2023-08-3131 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistPatient Advocacy-Identifying Resources for Individuals with MSOn 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.2023-08-2952 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistHow does Heat and Temperature affect MS symptomsIt'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.2023-08-2444 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMigraine and Headache AwarenessListen 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 can2023-07-1749 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMen's Issues in MSOk! 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"!2023-06-2855 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistWomen's HealthThis episode Dr Mitzi is joined by Dr. Riley Bove and Megan Vigno. This episode is being dubbed ladies night as they chat on the latest in women's health.2023-06-1951 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMental Health AwarenessJoin Dr.Mitzi and her good friend, Dr. Kristy Jackson, Board-Certified Psychiatrist as they speak on mental health awareness2023-06-1245 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistHealth EquityHealth Equity is a popular topic and on this episode Dr. Mitzi will have first time guests Dr. Leorah Freeman, and Dr. Augusto Miravalle break down what Health Equity means to them and how important it is in the MS community.2023-05-1243 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistStem Cells and MSDr. Jaime Imitola is back on the show again! This time Dr. Mitzi and Dr Jaime will be chatting about Stem Cells and MS2023-05-0949 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistNMOSD AwarenessOn this episode we have Dr. Mitzi and her Super friends Christine Ha, MasterChef winner, Author, and Chef living with NMSOD and Sumaira Ahmed, NMOSD Patient, Founder and Director of the Sumaira Foundation will chat about NMSOD Awareness.2023-04-2547 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS AwarenessThis episode Dr. Mitzi chats with her super friends Dr. Heidi Crayton, Medical Director of the MS Center of Greater Washington in Vienna, VA and Tylor "TC Speaks" Campbell, Patient Care Advocate, author, radio host and Speaker about MS Awareness.2023-04-2545 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistResearch and YouOn this episode, super friends Sheila Thorne, President and CEO of Multicultural Healthcare Group, and Dr. Annette Okai, Director of Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis Research at North Texas Institute of Neurology and Headache will chat with Dr Mitzi about MS Research and YOU!2023-04-0554 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS & The Black CommunityJoin Dr. Mitzi as she chats with Dr Mima Akinsanya, and patient advocates Damian Washington and Dawn Morgan. Listen in as they provide perspectives on the black MS experience and health equity, while having a great time doing it.2023-03-0250 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS 101 Part 2This is part 2 of everything MS. We have Dr Aaron Boster to talk about MS treatment options and why treatment is important2023-02-2745 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS 101 Your Brain ExplainedJoin Dr. Mitzi as she chats with Dr. Drake Jr and Dr. Rosenthal as they kick off the new season of Brain Chat2023-02-0646 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistEnd of the year reviewWe have covered so many topic this second season. Join Dr. Mitzi and one of her favorite super friends Dr. Annette Okai, as the do the End of the year review.2023-01-2749 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS Below the Belt (Bowel, Bladder and Sexual Function)Join Dr. Mitzi as she chats with her mentor Dr. Mary Hughes and her new friend Dr. Brie Coleman about MS Below the Belt: Bowel, Bladder and Sexual Function!2023-01-0252 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistFood as Medicine- Your Gut and MSThis is an amazing discussing with Dr. Mitzi and her Super friend and Professor extraodinaire Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford2022-12-191h 00Brain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistJourney To Health Equity Part 2This week we are circling back to our "Journey to Health Equity" discussion, with a focus on clinical research. We have the wonderful Sheila L Thorne, Dr. Owen Garrick, and Courtney Billington, joining the show to share their expertise on this matter!2022-11-2147 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistJourney to Health EquityOn this episode, not only is the incredible Quita Highsmith and Cherie Butts going to talk about how we achieve health equity through education and empowerment, but we also have our super friend and collaborator Reggie Ware, the CEO of Blackdoctor.org, the platform that made MS Brain Chat a reality!2022-11-1154 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistDepression and Anxiety/Mental Health AwarenessJoin Dr. Mitzi and her superfriends Dr. Dion Metzger and Dr. Kristy H. Jackson as they discuss the extremely important and relevant topic, "Mental Health Awareness". Not only are Anxiety and Depression under treated, they are extremely common in the MS community. Over 50% of people living with MS deal with depression at some point after diagnosis.
Tune in as they talk about the symptoms, the treatments and most importantly the ways to prevent these mental health disorders from taking over your life.2022-10-3149 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistCognitive Changes & MSJoin Dr. Mitzi and her good friend Dr. Sarah Morrrow as the y discuss Cognitive Changes and MS 2022-10-1741 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistShared Decision Making/Self AdvocacyOn this episode of Brain Chat The Nerdy Neurologist is joined by her super friends, CoFounder and CEO of We Are Ill Victoria Reese and the Medical Director for the MS Center of Greater Washington, Dr. Heidi Crayton. Listen in as they discuss Shared decision making and self advocacy when dealing with MS.2022-09-1247 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistYour Journey with MS: Relapses, Progression, and more!Join Dr. Mitzi and her Super friend Dr. Stephen Krieger, as they discuss The MS Journey, such as Progression Relapses and more!2022-08-2948 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistEverything you need to know about SpasticityBrain Chat welcomes Dr. Mitzi's amazing mentor Dr. Mary Hughes and another super friend Dr. Jacqueline Nicholas to this episode to discuss spasticity. They talk muscle tightness, cramps, and what causes them, but most importantly what you can do about it!2022-08-1542 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistGait ImbalanceJoin Dr. Mitzi as she chats with her super friend, Yoga Instructor, Mindy Eisenberg. They will be discussing gait imbalance a symptom that effects many people with MS and significantly affect day to day activities. Hear about causes, effects and the most importantly ways to combat this issue!2022-08-0253 min
Brain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistLGBTQ+Listen in as Dr. Mitzi and Dr. William Conte Chat about MS in the LGBQT+ Community! You'll hear about issues specific to the community and resources for support.2022-07-1838 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistFatigueTune into this episode as The Nerdy Neurologist discusses one of the most invisible symptoms of MS that can also be the most disabling for many...FATIGUE
Joined by her super friends, Dr Kotil Rammohan, Professor of clinical Neurologist of Miami, and Dr. Jakai Nolan, Board certified Neurologist with Tanner MS Center, to talk about how this affects people living with MS, and most importantly what we can do about it.2022-07-0551 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistSleepLets's talk about sleep! This episode Dr. Mitzi chats with her super friend Dr. Chantale Branson, who is a Neurologist and Sleep Medicine Specialist. Join as as the talk about sleep! How much do we need? How does it effect us and most importantly how do we get more!2022-06-2746 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistFamily and Pregnancy PlanningIn honor of Women's Health Month, Brain Chat welcomes Dr. Riley Bove, Associate Professor of Neurology at UCSF, to talk about "Family and Pregnancy Planning. with MS.2022-06-1345 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistNeuromyelitis OpticaJoin Dr. Mitzi for great discussion with her Superfriend Dr. Kottil Rammohan. This will be an informative discussion about our evolving understanding of NMO diagnosis and treatment and why people are being misdiagnosed with MS!2022-05-1651 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistVision and MSJoin Dr. Mitzi for a new Brain Chat with her good friend Dr. Robert Shin, Professor of Neurology at Georgetown University. They will be chatting about how is affected in demyelinating diseases like MS and NMOSD. This will be one you don't want to miss!2022-05-0343 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistYou Immune System in MSDr.Mitzi is back! This episode the Nerdy Neurologist is chatting it up with none other than Dr. Jaime Imitole, Vice Chair of Neurology research, Director of the MS Center and Chief of Division of Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology and Associate Professor of Neurology, Genetics, and Neuroscience at UConn Health. They will break down how the Immune system works, how it's affected in MS and how treatments impact the immune cells. This is an episode you don't want to miss!2022-05-0347 min
Living Well with Multiple SclerosisIntroducing lifestyle change to your HCP with Dr Mitzi Joi Williams | S4E9Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams is a Board-Certified Neurologist and Fellowship trained Multiple Sclerosis Specialist who serves as the Founder & CEO of the Joi Life Wellness Group Multiple Sclerosis Center in Newnan, GA. Dr. Williams has spearheaded and participated in multiple steering committees and work groups to further research in underserved populations with MS with a focus on the African American population. Dr. Williams is the author of “MS Made Simple: The Essential Guide to Understanding Your Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis.” She continues to live out her mission to provide personalized Multiple Sclerosis Care delivered with expertise, compassion, and joy.
2022-04-0632 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS Awareness MonthJoin Dr. Mitzi as she chats with Actor and Comedian Damian Washington and Dr. Heidi Crayton as they discuss increasing awareness about MS and new advances in the field of MS Advocacy and Research!2022-03-2854 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistNAAMSRTune in as Dr. Mitzi and her Super Friends, Dr. Annette Okai and Dr. Stan Cohan chat about the benefits of the first African American MS Registry and why the decided to start it!2022-03-1443 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS In The Black CommunityDr. Mitzi has invited some more of her Super Friends to chat about MS in the Black Community. The amazing Tirisham Gyang From Ohio State University Wexnar Medical Center, as well as MS advocate and author extraordinary, Tyler Campbell join her on this episode of Brain Chat with the Nerdy Neurologist for a riveting conversation!2022-03-0147 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS 101 Part 2 (Treatment Goals)This episode with the Nerdy Neurologist, Dr. Mitzi with her super friend and fellow Neurologist Dr. Aaron Boster take you back to the basics. This chat gives you The Who, What, Why and When about treatment goals. 2022-02-1456 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS 101 - Part 1 (Diagnosis)In the first episode of the second season of Brain Chat, Dr. Mitzi and her super friend Dr. Jaqueline Rosenthal discuss being newly diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and the symptoms that may be experienced2022-02-0150 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMeditation For MSJoin Dr. Mitzi for another episode of BrainChat as she along with David Walker and Sonia Russell, founders of The Blackfullness teach us the importance of prioritizing our emotional, social and spiritual well-being.2021-12-2339 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistCognitive Changes And MSJoin Dr Mitzi and her super friend, licensed psychologist, Dr Evelyn Hunter as they chat about managing cognitive changes that are associated with Multiple Sclerosis. Out of this episode you'll get tips on how to handle changes with memory, attention and concentration, as well as other symptoms! 2021-12-0941 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistIntimacy and MSLet's talk about Sex! Intimacy and Sexual Dysfunction are topics that significantly affect quality of life, but may not be discussed in your doctors appointment. Join Dr. Mitzi and experts Dr. Lara Stepleman and Dr. Ayanay Ferguson to talk about and solutions to dealing with sexual dysfunction in MS.2021-11-1947 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistGlobal MS AdvocacyMS is condition that affects not only people in the US, but many around the globe!.Join Dr. Mitzi for a discussion with Global MS Advocates Trishna Bharadia and Stanca Potra for updates on important MS Initiatives around the world and how you can get involved!2021-11-1352 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistJourney To Health EquityLet's Talk Health Equity! What does it mean, who does it include and how do we achieve it? Join Dr. Mitzi for a discussion on these topics and more with Dr. Ruth Clements and Dr. Kirk Taylor.2021-10-2045 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS in the Hispanic and Latino PopulationOn this episode of Brain Chat Dr Mitzi Is Joined by her Super Friends, Experts Dr Lilyana Amezcua and Dr Angel Chinea. Listen in as they have an amazing and informative chat about MS in Diverse populations!2021-09-2145 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistBenefits of Yoga for MSJoin Dr. Mitzi as she chats it up with her super friends, Yoga Instructor Kandice Shelton, and Mindy Eisenberg, founder of Yoga Moves MS for an engaging discussion about Yoga and the benefits for MS.2021-09-1647 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistCannabis and MSLets talk about research, benifits and the risks of using cannabis in MS. This episode Dr. Mitzi chats it up with suoer freinds, MS expert Dr. Ben Thrower and patient advocate and CBD store owner Jeanine Hunter, to discuss all thungs cannabis and answer all your questions!2021-08-2443 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMovement And MSExercise has both physical and mental benefits! Join Dr Mitzt as she chats with her super friends Dr. Gretchen and celebrity trainer Lauren Powers about exercise and how it helps your heart, mind and your MS!2021-08-2445 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistTrusted Information Sources in the Advocacy CommunityDr Mitzi chats with Podcast host Jon Strum and patient advocacy leader Stuart Schlossman on finding trusted sources of information.2021-07-2748 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistCreating Your Own SpaceHey Friends!!! Join us for a power-packed conversation with Patient Advocate Leaders Dawn Morgan, Damien Washington and Jenna Green. We'll be talking Podcasts, Vlogs and all about how to let your voice be heard and to create your own space within the MS Community. You Absolutely do not want to miss this one!2021-07-1356 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS Research: For the People, by the PeopleDr. Mitzi is joined by her superfriends and their chat takes a deep dive into inclusive and diverse research for MS patients.2021-06-2942 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistDiversity and Inclusion in ResearchThe Nerdy Neurologist chats with the Chief Diversity Officer at Genentech Quite Highsmith and their Head of Inclusion, Strategy and Partnering Director Gerren Wilson.2021-06-1650 min
The MS Gym PodcastTELEMEDICINE - IS IT HERE TO STAY?: A Chat with Dr. Mitzi Joi WilliamsIn this episode, I'm speaking to renowned neurologist, Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams of Atlanta, Georgia, regarding the increasingly popular mode of medical communication called telemedicine. At no other time in the history of medicine has this option to communicate with our health care professionals been more important. In addition to a behind the scenes look at telemedicine, we discuss the many advantages of this mode of communication and what we can expect in the future. This interview is # 3 of 4 from the MS Gym's Thrive Summit, previously available only to Summit attendees. I'm excited to be able to share this ex...2021-06-0237 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistComorbidities and Multiple SclerosisDr Mitzi invites some of medicine's nerdiest clinical experts that will help educate us all on how to handle various comorbid conditions alongside MS. Join the Nerdy Neurologist and her super friends Dr Fatima Stanford and Dr Ellen M. Mowry as they chat Comorbidities and MS!2021-05-2459 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMental Health and Multiple SclerosisDr Mitzi will be discussing the role Mental Health plays in your life if you are affected by MS. Join the Nerdy Neurologist with Mental Health experts Dr. Kristy Jackson and Dr. Felicia Berry-Mitchell as they chat about you can improve your mental health and live WELL with MS!2021-05-1157 min
RealTalk MSMS in the 21st Century with Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams and Carolyn KaufmanThis special episode of RealTalk MS is sponsored by EMD Serono and MS in the 21st Century. In today's episode, we're talking about empowering people living with MS to become full partners in their MS treatment and the importance of good communication between patients and their doctors. We're also introducing MS in the 21st Century, a resource that has just recently been made available to the MS community in the United States. My guests are Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams and Carolyn Kaufman. Dr. Williams is a board-certified neurologist and multiple sclerosis...2021-05-0617 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistThe National African American MS RegistryIntroducing: The National African American MS Registry! This amazing project will untimely allow for more research and better outcomes for Black people With Multiple Sclerosis.
Tune in, as The Nerdy Neurologist Chats With Dr. Annette Howard, Dr. Annette Okai and Dr. Dorlan Kimbrough on how they're changing the narrative for Black People with MS! 2021-04-261h 03
Brain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistFind your Voice: Life After MS DiagnosisListennn, if you've been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis or know someone who has you don't want to missed this candid podcast discussion with the dynamic Tyler Campbell.
He has blazed trails in the MS community and continues to use his voice after his MS diagnosis.2021-04-0749 min
Brain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistThe COVID-19 Vaccine and Multiple SclerosisDr. Mitzi has a factual discussion with Dr. Latrice Landry on the COVID-19 and its effects on individuals with Multiple Sclerosis.2021-04-0748 min
Myelin & Melanin: Raising The TempEpisode 120 | On a New Sense of Purpose: MS and Taking Up Space -- feat. Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams, MDWe end our MS Awareness Month programming with one of our favorite people -- The Nerdy Neurologist, Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams, MD. We chat about changing our mindsets, finding our purposes, and taking up space You can find Dr. Williams on Instagram @thenerdyneurologist and on her website at https://joilifewellness.com/ You can find us on the web at http://myelinandmelanin.com, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @myelinmelanin. You can also subscribe to us on YouTube. Consider supporting us through our Patreon -- http://patreon.com/myelinmelanin. Patrons can gain access to exclusive content, M...2021-03-2720 min
Brain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistMS Inthe Black Community: The Past, Present and the FutureThe Nerdy Neurologist. Dr. Mitzi Joi takes a deep dive interview with fellow neurologist, Dr. Mary Hughes and discusses the very important topic of how Multiple Sclerosis affects the Black community. The research, diagnosis, prognosis, and even the therapies affect the Black community differently and it's important to know the facts and be your own advocate. This is a Brain Chat you don't want to miss. Share with your friends and listen up! 2021-03-0546 min
Faith Health & HomeAzure Antoinette and Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams Talk Living Well with MS for Black AmericansOn this episode, I speak to Azure Antoinette - commissioned poet, entrepreneur, and arts education advocate; along with and Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams in partnership with MS Awareness Month in March – and More to MS, an educational resource to help patients and their caregivers learn more about and better manage MS symptoms like fatigue.2021-03-0309 min
RealTalk MSRacial and Ethnic Disparities in MS with Dr. Mitzi Joi WilliamsWhen it comes to accessing care and even the disease course itself, MS is not an equal-opportunity disease. We're talking with Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams about the disparities that affect members of minority populations who are living with MS. Dr. Williams is a Board-Certified Neurologist and Multiple Sclerosis Specialist who is passionate about educating and empowering people affected by MS to understand the disease process and the goals of treatment. And Dr. Williams is an expert in understanding MS in underserved and minority populations. We're also inviting you to participate in the first-ever Rea...2021-03-0231 minBrain Chat with the Nerdy NeurologistWelcome to Brain ChatHi! I'm Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams, creator of the Brain Chat podcast. Join me every other Monday for discussion and interviews surrounding science, health, wellness and all "matters" of the brain. 2021-02-2100 min
The mindbodygreen PodcastYour brain on comfort food | Mitzi Joi Williams, M.D.Mitzi Joi Williams, M.D.: "If you treat yourself a lot, you begin to crave those treats more and more; versus if you are eating healthy, you crave those things more.”Williams, a board-certified neurologist and fellowship-trained MS specialist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the neurological reason you reach for comfort food (and how to break the habit), plus:*How to sharpen you mind during downtime**What loneliness looks like in your brain**How overwhelming stress can result in physical symptoms**The best foods for your brain he...2020-12-2335 minThe MS Gym PodcastCLINICAL TRIALS, MEDICAL TREATMENT AND THE BLACK MS COMMUNITY: A History Lesson with Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams, Damian Washington & Jenna GreenEPISODE NOTES:
I recently had the opportunity to be part of a round table discussion that focused on how the medical history of yesterday affects the decisions of black patients in the MS community today.
At the table we have neurologist, Dr Mitzi Joi Williams aka, Dr. Mitzi, who was recently part of the MS Gym Summit; MS advocate, Damian Washington, who is also the creator of the popular YouTube vlog No Stress MS; along with MS advocate, blogger and Instagram phenom Jenna Green, creator of the blog Full of Grit and Grace.
T...2020-07-3125 minMyelin & Melanin: Raising The TempEpisode 70 | That Part: Intimacy & MS (Layer 7) -- feat. Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams, MDOur intimacy series continues. Join us for another engaging conversation with the always amazing Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams, MD. We talk about MS, intimacy, and adapting to "new normals". You can find Dr. Williams on Instagram @thenerdyneurologist and on her website at https://joilifewellness.com/ You can find us on the web at http://myelinandmelanin.com, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @myelinmelanin. You can also subscribe to us on YouTube. Consider supporting us through our Patreon -- http://patreon.com/myelinmelanin. Patrons can gain access to exclusive content, Myelin & Melanin swag & more. Y...2020-05-0933 min
RealTalk MSEpisode 138: COVID-19 & MS In Minority Populations with Dr. Mitzi Joi WilliamsThis week, and for the foreseeable future, we're committed to sharing the most updated and reliable information on COVID-19 and MS. Returning as my guest on the podcast is Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams. Dr. Williams is a Board-Certified Neurologist and Fellowship trained Multiple Sclerosis Specialist who is passionate about educating and empowering people affected by MS to understand the disease process and the goals of treatment. She is a sought-after consultant, speaker, researcher, and author with expertise in understanding MS in underserved and ethnic minority populations. Dr. Williams is giving us our weekly update on...2020-04-2133 min
Myelin & Melanin: Raising The TempEpisode 49: A Shifting Narrative: On Being Black With MS -- feat. Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams, MDJoin us for the Season 3 opener as we talk with noted neurologist & MS specialist Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams, MD. We talk about narratives surrounding MS in the Black population, resilience and more. You don't want to miss this engaging conversation. You can find Dr. Williams on Instagram @thenerdyneurologist and on her website at https://joilifewellness.com/ You can find us on the web at http://myelinandmelanin.com, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @myelinmelanin. You can also subscribe to us on YouTube. Consider supporting us through our Patreon -- http://patreon.com/myelinmelanin. Patrons can g...2020-01-1824 min
RealTalk MSMinority Participation in MS Clinical Research with Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams MS is an equal opportunity neurological disease. It doesn't seem to discriminate against any particular ethnic or racial group. It affects Latinos and African-Americans, as well as Caucasians. And if you're an MS research scientist, who's hoping to create a viable treatment that's going to be safe & effective for the diverse population living with multiple sclerosis, then having that diversity represented in your clinical research seems like it would be important. Unfortunately, it doesn't always happen that way. Minority populations are frequently overlooked and under-represented in MS clinical research. My guest on the podcast is Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams, a ne...2019-03-1932 min