All About That Brain – From Migraines to Stroke with Dr. Katie Hendley (Ep. 45)

About this episode

This episode features Dr. Katie Hendley discussing critical neurological conditions, specifically stroke and migraine, along with their symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options.

In this power-packed neuro episode, The Med Edit Podcast hosts Dr. Jessica Gray and Dr. Cari Sorrell welcome board-certified neurologist and Movement Disorder Specialist, Dr. Katie Hendley. With National Stroke Awareness Month in May and Migraine Awareness Month in June, this episode is your go-to resource to understand, recognize, and respond to two of the most critical neurological conditions—stroke and migraine. In This Episode, We Cover: What a stroke really is (and the different types) The modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for stroke The life-saving symptoms you must recognize How stroke is diagnosed and treated—from TIA to ischemic vs hemorrhagic Long-term care and prevention strategies Then we pivot to migraines, covering: What distinguishes a migraine from a headache Understanding migraine types and the role of auras Common triggers and lifestyle factors that can worsen symptoms Acute vs preventive treatments (including non-medication options) Whether you’re a healthcare provider, a patient, or someone who loves learning about the brain—this episode is full of takeaways that could literally save a life. Guest: Dr. Katie Hendley Board-Certified Movement Disorder…

People in this episode

Hosts: Dr. Jessica Gray, Dr. Cari Sorrell

Guest: Dr. Katie Hendley

Topics covered

• stroke
• migraine
• neurology
• health awareness
• treatment options

Keywords

• stroke
• migraine
• neurologist
• treatment
• awareness

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Texas Neurological Society

Places: Covenant Health, Lubbock, TX

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