Brain Mastery

We're excited to announce the Open House event at Nomad Therapies in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Nomad specializes in orthopedic and neurological therapies in clinic and in community. The clinicians at Nomad are dedicated to providing the best in care to everyone they serve. If you have concerns regarding your brain health, or if you'd like to learn more, you can RSVP for the March 9th event...

In this episode, we are speaking with Dr. Jonathan Hartman about "Your Brain on Nutrition". Dr. Hartman, Owner of The Hartman Center for Functional Neurology speaks about the importance of healthy, whole food choices in reducing inflammation an aiding in the healing process. Check out The Hartman Center: https://thehartmancenter.com/

Today we are speaking with Shaheeza Haji about 'Your Brain on Resilience and Purpose.' Shaheeza, CEO of Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare and Calgary Concussion Center , speaks of her lived experience when recovering from symptoms of concussion and how this led to her purpose and drive behind her holistic and empathetic approach to brain health in her clinic. Check out Running Shoe Resto...

Upcoming BEARS Training Starts in February! Don't miss the opportunity to help better serve your patients, communities, and staff. Registration is open! Listen to find out how to get involved. www.abiwellness.com/training

Today we launch the Your Brain On... series, on the Brain Mastery Podcast! Today's guest, Liam Chisholm, exercise specialist and studio manager at Innovative Fitness, discusses the fickle nature of inspiration and the importance of discipline in achieving your goals. Liam inspires us to action, acknowledging our own self-resistance and asking for help if needed. This is Your Brain On "Work...

Today's episode guest is a determined individual who is focused on changing communities from within. Her dedication to filling the gaps in neuro health, Karen Friesen, Executive Director of Ck2 Inc., educator, parent, and advocate, believes people have a right to learn and to the tools that help them change their lives. Recommending we suspend disbelief for infinite results, Karen provides hop...

Today Mark Watson delivers a message of hope, gratitude, and continued service to those in need of cognitive remediation. As our collaborative efforts grow, we further extend the possibilities of a world where everyone is provided the options and tools to optimize their brain health and maximize their quality of life. Season Greetings and Best Wishes for 2023!

Celebrating episode 100 with Dr. Matt Galati, founder, and president of the Brain Changes initiative who discusses his personal journey of resiliency and recovery and what prompted him to develop the Brain Changes Initiative. Matt is a champion in educating the brain injury and medical communities and helping bridge the gaps and impact change in brain injury recovery. Brain Mastery is hosted by CE...

The founder of The Neuroplasticity Alliance , Sherry discusses her quest for neuroplastic programs to help people recover from all types of neurological illnesses and challenges. Understanding the barriers and driven to action - Sherry works to tackle the barriers, break them down - and bring awareness and accessibility to individuals, providers, clinicians, and the healthcare communities. Faceboo...

If you or someone you know is suffering from depression, help is available. Contact HeadsUpGuys.com for information and resources, or to find a therapist near you. Dr. John Ogrodniczuk, founder of Heads Up Guys, and researcher at UBC discusses the silent epidemic of male suicide and the need for awareness and resources in the field of mental health. The Brain Mastery is hosted by CEO of ABI Wellne...

In this week’s episode, we are joined by Marc Saab, founder and managing director of BML Technology , a company that helps organizations develop digital health solutions to improve patient outcomes, and one of ABI Wellness ’ scientific advisors. Tune in to hear Marc discuss the progression of medical technologies to give patients more understanding and control of their health. In the episode, Marc...

Advocacy, Awareness and Support. These are the guiding principles for Jenny Clarke, Co-founder and CEO of Same You. Jenny founded the Same You Charity to help bring awareness to and bridge the gaps in brain injury recovery.  Compelled to action by experiencing the lack of support and the challenges people experience, she is inspired to 'break down the boundaries after brain injury'. Learn...

Dr. Jan Venter is leading the way in functional neurology, by looking at disease prevention not just treating the ailments. His overall health assessment and targeted treatment programs looks at healthy aging, health optimization, and using evidence-based therapies to treat the body as a whole. And take note, Dr. Venter talks about basic accessible assessments and self guided treatments which can...

Today we speak with Jennifer Carnegie, a neuro-occupational therapist with a focus on providing therapies that promote meaningful activities and ADL's. She discussed how meaningful function is an individualized approach and differs with each person and may change over time. Jennifer talks about and the many benefits of technology in healthcare and how she uses it provide greater accessibility...

This week on the podcast features Mark Halvorson , brain injury survivor and advocate, support group leader, and author. In this episode, Mark shares his brain injury recovery story and discusses specialized rehab options. He advocates for better support for the whole family of a brain injury survivor and discusses his own role in peer counseling and support groups. Brain Mastery is hosted by CEO...

This week on the podcast we are joined by Bill Barrable, CEO of Praxis Spinal Cord Institute . At Praxis, Bill leads an expert team focused on creating solutions for people with spinal cord injuries. In this episode, he discusses with Mark the purpose of Praxis, not just to carry out clinical trials and other research, but to help move new knowledge into practice. Bill also talks to Mark about inv...

In this week’s episode, we hear from Zara Dureno, occupational therapist and neuro coach. Her message is inspiring, as she shares her knowledge about the “brain’s amazing capacity to change”. She explains what it means to be an occupational therapist and how she empowers the individuals she works with and helps them regain the ability to do what is meaningful to them. She also talks about the role...

This week on the podcast, Michelle Taschereau, Director of Customer Experience at ABI Wellness is taking over for a conversation with Cathy Williams and Adriana Patino to discuss the challenges they’ve faced with Long COVID. Cathy and Adriana each share details of their experience in seeking and receiving help for the debilitating symptoms they’ve experienced. Their Long COVID recovery process inv...

If you’re a healthcare professional with a need to standardize and optimize patient care in cognitive rehab, this week’s episode is made for you! Mark Watson, CEO of ABI Wellness , takes just a few minutes to tell you why you should sign up for our upcoming training session to add the Brain Enhance and Recovery System (BEARS) to your clinic. Find out more and apply for training today: https://www....

In a short special episode, Mark Watson dives into the journey behind the research and creation of the Brain Enhance and Recovery System , from his work with special education, using neuroplasticity to help children with learning disabilities to adapting the program to help people with brain injuries and all types of brain health concerns. He describes the gap in available healthcare options for p...

How can advancement and progression be maximized while treating brain injuries in occupational therapy? In this episode, we hear from Shannon Orr, an occupational therapist and partner at Complex Injury Rehab , about the importance of using a research-based approach in brain injury recovery. Shannon talks about combining neuroplasticity research and therapeutic techniques to challenge clients in a...

What actionable steps can a person take, regardless of their age, to improve brain health? This week’s episode is filled with life-changing practical advice from Dr. Krystal Culler, founder and creative director of the Virtual Brain Health Center . Krystal is a Doctor of Behavioral Health with a background in the psychology of aging, gerontology, and sociology. In this episode, she shares how her...

How does neuroplasticity programming work in a physical therapy setting to enable patients to be their best selves? This week we hear from Shannon O’Kelley, president of IRG Physical & Hand Therapy a group with clinics throughout the Northwest. Join us as Shannon talks about how innovation serves individuals and communities and discusses how neuroplasticity creates more opportunities for effec...

This week on the podcast we are switching things up a bit! Michelle Taschereau, Director of Customer Experience at ABI Wellness is taking over for a conversation with Alexandra Noble, a participant in our Brain Enhance and Recovery System (BEARS) program. In this episode, Alex talks all about her journey of recovery from multiple systemic infectious disease syndrome from mold exposure and Lyme dis...

This week on the podcast we hear from Drew Dudley! Drew is a leadership author, educator, and speaker, and the founder of Day One Leadership. In this episode, he shares insight into the role of empathy in leadership and how to get past self-doubt. He also discusses with Mark the need for a holistic focus in medicine, “treating the whole person,” to improve medical care and why everyone should give...