Stroke is a life changing event, but despite this there can be a great life after stroke too. In this podcast, hear from stroke survivors and medical specialists about how to be STRONGER after stroke! We will cover hard to discuss topics, from gender norms and sex after stroke, as well as listen to survivor journeys as they navigate their life after stroke. Presented by the Norton Neuroscience Institute Comprehensive Stroke Center and Resource Center.
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From Patient to Purpose: Adam Maddox’s Journey
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27:40May 12: Stroke Awareness Month Episode Episode 30: Stronger After Stroke – From Patient to Purpose: Adam Maddox’s Journey In this powerful episode of “Stronger After Stroke,” host Rosa Hart, stroke nurse navigator, sits down with Adam Maddox, a stroke survivor who’s rewriting his life story. At just 26 years old, Adam suffered a hemorrhagic stroke …
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Driven to Thrive: Tackling Transportation After Stroke
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20:42Stronger After Stroke: Driven to Thrive: Tackling Transportation After Stroke In this empowering episode of “Stronger After Stroke,” host Rosa Hart is joined by social worker Caitlin Zoeller, MSW, LCSW, for an honest conversation about one of the biggest hurdles stroke survivors face: transportation. From the emotional impact of losing the ability …
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Should You Apply for Disability After a Stroke? Steps to Take With Sam Schad
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50:22March 10, 2025 Episode 28Should You Apply for Disability After a Stroke? Steps to Take With Sam Schad In this episode of “Stronger After Stroke,” we tackle a crucial question for stroke survivors: Should you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits? Navigating the SSDI application process can be overwhelming, but knowing when …
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Heart Month: Watching Over the Heart and Brain
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16:51Episode 27 Heart Month: Watching Over the Heart and Brain Did you know a stroke can come straight from the heart? Gain more insight from our discussion between D. Sean Stewart, M.D., cardiologist with Norton Heart & Vascular Institute, and Rosa Hart, stroke nurse navigator with Norton Neuroscience Institute. Dr. Stewart explains the role of the ana…
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Lost in Translation: Bella’s Stroke Journey Abroad
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38:45Episode 26: Lost in Translation: Bella’s Stroke Journey Abroad Episode summaryIn this episode of “Stronger After Stroke,” stroke nurse navigator and host Rosa Hart interviews Bella Portaro-Kueber, a stroke survivor who shares her remarkable journey of resilience after experiencing a stroke while on vacation in a foreign country. Bella opens up abou…
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What I Wish I Knew: A Caregiver’s Journey With Brain Injury Recovery
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34:06Episode 25: What I Wish I Knew: A Caregiver’s Journey With Brain Injury Recovery Episode summary In this heartfelt and enlightening episode, host Rosa Hart, stroke nurse navigator with Norton Neuroscience Institute, sits down with Michelle Sanchez, a devoted daughter and caregiver, to explore her journey through navigating her mother’s brain injury…
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Diabetes and Stroke: Interview With Lina Yassine, M.D.
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25:29Episode 24 Diabetes and Stroke: Interview With Lina Yassine, M.D. In this episode, Lina Yassine, M.D., endocrinologist, details the interconnectedness of the human body, and how elevated blood sugar and other components of metabolic syndrome increase stroke risk. She also discusses how to prevent stroke recurrence. Subscribe to the “Stronger After …
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Memory After Stroke: Interview with Gregory E. Cooper, M.D., Ph.D.
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16:28Episode 23: Memory After Stroke: Interview with Gregory E. Cooper, M.D., Ph.D. In this insightful episode, Gregory E. Cooper, M.D., Ph.D., chief of adult neurology and director of the Norton Neuroscience Institute Memory Center, discusses the impact that stroke can have on memory. He breaks down the various types of memory most commonly affected by…
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Running Toward Recovery: Russell Deakins’ Journey from Stroke Survivor to Half-Marathon Finisher
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22:54Episode 22 The “Stronger After Stroke” podcast discusses difficult topics, such as family relationships and sex after stroke. It also shares survivors’ stories about navigating life after stroke. Running Toward Recovery: Russell Deakins’ Journey from Stroke Survivor to Half-Marathon Finisher In this inspiring episode of “Stronger After Stroke,” Ros…
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Cognitive Rehab After Stroke: Interview With Anne Blandford, Speech-Language Pathologist
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22:24Episode 21 Cognitive Rehab After Stroke: Interview With Anne Blandford, Speech-Language Pathologist Rosa Hart, BSN, R.N., SCRN, talks with Anne Blandford, SLPD, CCC/SLP, about the crucial role that speech therapy plays in stroke recovery. Anne explains the broad scope of her work, which includes helping stroke survivors with speech, cognitive proce…
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Interview With Langston Gaither, Caregiver for Stroke Survivor
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18:31Episode 20 Interview With Langston Gaither, Caregiver for Stroke Survivor Langston Gaither shares the experience of his young wife’s stroke and their family’s journey through recovery. Langston and Rosa discuss the importance of community connections, support from loved ones and resources that have helped them move forward. Connect with Norton Neur…
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Episode 19 Visual Changes After Stroke Hear two different perspectives about visual changes after stroke. First hear from stroke survivor Christine Cosby-Gaither as she shares her personal experience having a stroke that left her blind and how she regained her eyesight through vision rehabilitation. Her journey has inspired her to launch a nonprofi…
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From Athlete to Stroke Survivor: An Interview with Vickie Foster
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19:46Episode 18 From Athlete to Stroke Survivor: An Interview with Vickie Foster Vickie Foster shares her story with Norton Neuroscience Institute stroke patient navigator, Rosa Hart, R.N. Vickie is a remarkable young woman whose journey from being a dedicated CrossFit athlete to facing the unexpected challenge of a stroke is nothing short of inspiring.…
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Mediterranean Diet for Any Budget: Interview With Deborah Eck, Registered Dietitian
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26:06Episode 17: Mediterranean Diet for Any Budget: Interview With Deborah Eck, Registered Dietitian In this episode, hear from Deborah Eck, a registered dietitian and nutritionist with over 25 years of experience. Deborah has a wealth of knowledge in both specialized nutritional care and administrative leadership, including her role as food service dir…
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Integrative Solutions for Stroke Survivors, Interview with Dr. Rachel Busse
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23:04Episode 16: March 11, 2024 In this episode, our guest is Rachel Busse, M.D., a board-certified family medicine and integrative medicine physician. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice and is head of integrative medicine for Norton Healthcare. Dr. Busse leads Norton Healthcare’s annual Integrative Health & Wellness Symposium co…
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The Heart & Brain Connection: Heart Care After Stroke
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17:01Episode 15: The Heart & Brain Connection: Heart Care After Stroke On this episode of the Stronger After Stroke podcast, we speak with Sofya Kuznetsov, M.D., cardiac electrophysiologist, Norton Heart & Vascular Institute. She helps us understand why, after surviving a stroke, a patient might be referred for a heart health evaluation. Dr. Kuznetsov s…
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Traveling After a Stroke: Interview With David Todd, Stroke Survivor
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24:02Episode 14: Traveling After a Stroke: Interview With David Todd, Stroke Survivor In this episode, learn tips for making the most of traveling after stroke. Hear from David Todd, a stroke survivor, as he shares his story and personal triumphs on the road to recovery, including his experience using the Gait Real-time Analysis Interactive Lab (GRAIL) …
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Stronger After Stroke Sleep Apnea and Stroke – Dr. Sarika Chandiramani In this episode of the Stronger After Stroke podcast, Dr. Sarika Chandiramani discusses the connection between obstructive sleep apnea and stroke. Dr. Chandiramani is an acute care physician with Norton Pulmonary Specialists and cares for patients in the hospital after having a …
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Episode 12: Interview with Stroke survivor Dawne Gee In this episode of the Stronger After Stroke podcast, hear the behind-the-scenes story of a local newscaster in Louisville, Kentucky who had a stroke on live television. Dawne Gee shares her story about stroke and her personal triumphs on the road to recovery. Rosa Hart, BSN, RN, SCRN is the stro…
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Brain Health - Interview with Tatjana Rundeck, M.D., Ph.D., FANA
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36:43Episode 11: Brain Health - Interview with Tatjana Rundeck, M.D., Ph.D., FANA Maintaining a healthy brain is possible with a series of specific life choices. In this episode of the “Stronger After Stroke” podcast, Tatjana Rundeck, M.D., Ph.D., FANA, shares what these choices are, how they can affect your brain health and, ultimately, how they can im…
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"How Long Until I am Back to Normal?" Rehab Expectations
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33:00Episode 10: "How Long Until I'm Back to Normal?" Rehab Expectations interview with Colin Hulls, PT and Keegan Humphrey, OT. In this episode of the Stronger After Stroke podcast we discuss the principles of neuroplasticity and frequently asked questions after a stroke. Both Colin Hulls, PT, DPT, NCS, AIB-VRII/CON and Keegan Humphrey MSOT, OTR/L CDRS…
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Feldenkrais – Neuroplasticity/Better Movement – Dorothy Henning
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25:08Episode 9: Feldenkrais – Neuroplasticity/Better Movement – Dorothy Henning In this episode of the Stronger After Stroke podcast, Dorothy Henning, Guild Certified Feldenkrais® Practitioner, addresses how she guides stroke survivors and those with other neurological conditions to tap into abilities they may have otherwise given up on. Dorothy complet…
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Flannery O'Neil - Rehab Through Aphasia, Support
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21:57Episode 8: Stroke Survivor Interview – Flannery O’Neil – rehab through aphasia, support In this episode of the Stronger After Stroke podcast, we meet Flannery O’Neil and hear about her experience having a stroke in her 30’s. After her stroke, Flannery experienced aphasia, which is a language disorder that affects a person’s ability to communicate. …
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Is it a Migraine or Am I Having a Stroke?
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33:04Episode 7: Is it Migraine or am I having a Stroke? – Dr. Brian Plato. DO In this episode of the Stronger After Stroke podcast, Dr. Brian Plato details how to prevent migraine and stroke as well as how to live your best life when dealing with these conditions. He also explains what to watch for when symptoms of migraine mimic stroke symptoms, and ho…
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Making Connections Through Music: Stroke Care and Music Therapy
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17:27Stroke alters your life in many ways, but you still can have a great life after surviving one. Hear from stroke survivors and medical specialists about being stronger after stroke. The “Stronger After Stroke” podcast discusses difficult topics, such as family relationships and sex after stroke. It also shares survivors’ stories about navigating lif…
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Stroke alters your life in many ways, but you still can have a great life after surviving one. Hear from stroke survivors and medical specialists about being stronger after stroke. The “Stronger After Stroke” podcast discusses difficult topics, such as family relationships and sex after stroke. It also shares survivors’ stories about navigating lif…
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Identity Crisis: Role Changes for Survivors and Their Family
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24:04Episode 4: Identity Crisis Stroke alters your life in many ways, but you still can have a great life after surviving one. Hear from stroke survivors and medical specialists about being stronger after stroke. The “Stronger After Stroke” podcast discusses difficult topics, such as family relationships and sex after stroke. It also shares survivors’ s…
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Stroke Survivor Ify Whitfill on Perspective Change
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22:30Episode 1: Ify Whitfill Stroke alters your life in many ways, but you still can have a great life after surviving one. Hear from stroke survivors and medical specialists about being stronger after stroke. The “Stronger After Stroke” podcast discusses difficult topics, such as family relationships and sex after stroke. It also shares survivors’ stor…
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Episode 2: Intimacy and Sex after Stroke, Part 1 Stroke alters your life in many ways, but you still can have a great life after surviving one. Hear from stroke survivors and medical specialists about being stronger after stroke. The “Stronger After Stroke” podcast discusses difficult topics, such as family relationships and sex after stroke. It al…
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Episode 3: Intimacy and Sex After Stroke, Part 2 Stroke alters your life in many ways, but you still can have a great life after surviving one. Hear from stroke survivors and medical specialists about being stronger after stroke. The “Stronger After Stroke” podcast discusses difficult topics, such as family relationships and sex after stroke. It al…
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Stronger after Stroke Stroke is a life changing event, but despite this there can be a great life after stroke too. In this podcast, hear from stroke survivors and medical specialists about how to be STRONGER after stroke! We will cover hard to discuss topics, from gender norms and sex after stroke, as well as listen to survivor journeys as they na…
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