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AVM Alliance: A Pediatric Stroke Podcast

AVM Alliance: A Pediatric Stroke Podcast

AVM Alliance is A Brain AVM / Aneurysm Pediatric Stroke Podcast for families affected by traumatic brain Injury (TBI), brain vessel disease and stroke.

Recent Episodes

The Kailee Mills Foundation
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The Kailee Mills Foundation

May 15, 2023

In Brain News, researchers have recently performed a successful surgery to repair a Vein of Galen Malformation, in a baby’s brain before birth. This month's interview is with Brianna McCulloch who runs the Kailee Mills Foun…

Scars & Healing
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Scars & Healing

Feb. 21, 2023

A Pediatric ischemic stroke is a type of stroke that occurs when a blockage, such as a blood clot, reduces or completely stops blood flow to a part of the brain. This causes brain cells to be damaged or die, which can cause …

Guest: Mara Yale
It's Not All in My Head: An HHT Story
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It's Not All in My Head: An HHT Story

Feb. 7, 2023

This podcast starts with a brief explanation of the genetic condition, Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) and tells the story of Stephany Zumerling who suffered for years without the correct diagnosis. Her medical j…

Icing Smiles: Baking a Difference
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Icing Smiles: Baking a Difference

Jan. 24, 2023

This morning we are starting with a Brain News medical study. A study with the University of Cincinnati will examine the effectiveness of a stroke treatment for patients with a pre-stroke disability, one of the first studies…

Guest: Chelsea Boog
Don't Dis My Ability
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Don't Dis My Ability

Jan. 12, 2023

In Brain News we go over two published studies from Stanford University involving Stem Cell treatment for Stroke survivors. Our guest today is Jonathan Slifka who was born with spina bifida who discusses the importance of wo…

The Bright Side
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The Bright Side

Jan. 4, 2023

In Brain News: Survivor, Malori Rodgers, just released her book “A Stroke a Heaven” which talks about her personal journey after a traumatic brain injury. Our guest today is Heather Golladay, who talks about the importance …

Recent Blog Posts

online group for moms whose child's brain AVM has ruptured

Healing Hearts: AVM Mom’s Edition Support Group is an online support group for mothers who are either dealing with a child's diagnosis or who have lost t…

Rare Disease Day is February 28th

February 28th is recognized globally as Rare Disease Day. It's a day dedicated to raising awareness about rare diseases and their impact on the lives of …

Our Support Program for pediatric Stroke Parents

New Support Specialist program for families with a child who has had a stroke. Volunteers Needed.