Get Tough on Multiple Sclerosis
Get Tough on Multiple Sclerosis
Podcast Description
Brought to you by Bionews and Multiple Sclerosis News Today, this new, physician-led podcast hosted by Susan Payrovi, MD and Mirla Avila, MD, offers a comprehensive approach to managing MS, blending the latest treatment insights with practical lifestyle strategies.
From symptom management to mental health and daily living tips, each episode delivers actionable advice and expert guidance, empowering you to confidently navigate your MS journey and take charge of your health. Tune in today and take control!
Meet the hosts:
Mirla Avila, MD
Interim Chair of Neurology / Assoc. Prof. of Neurology
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX
Dr. Avila is a board certified neurologist and MS specialist, and is the Director of Texas Tech Comprehensive MS Center. She is involved in several ongoing MS research projects and has authored numerous abstracts, book chapters, and peer-reviewed articles on MS treatment and management. A passionate neurologist and music enthusiast, Dr. Avila directs funds from her album sales to support patients in underserved communities and advance MS research.
Susan Payrovi, MD
Integrative and Functional Medicine Physician
Stanford Center for Integrative Medicine living with MS
Susan Payrovi, MD is a triple board-certified physician in anesthesiology, hospice and palliative medicine, and integrative medicine. She is also a patient who is diagnosed and living with MS. Dr. Payrovi is a clinical assistant professor at Stanford University, where her clinical practice focuses on non-pharmaceutical lifestyle treatments of chronic disease. She holds a bachelor’s in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics from UCLA and a medical degree from UC San Diego. Dr. Payrovi is also certified in functional medicine.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on multiple sclerosis management, including treatment updates, symptom management, mental health, and daily living strategies. Episodes such as the premiere on MS fatigue provide actionable advice and personal testimonials from patients, while also introducing useful tools like a customizable fatigue tracker to help listeners manage their energy levels effectively.
Brought to you by Bionews and Multiple Sclerosis News Today, this new, physician-led podcast hosted by Susan Payrovi, MD and Mirla Avila, MD, offers a comprehensive approach to managing MS, blending the latest treatment insights with practical lifestyle strategies.
From symptom management to mental health and daily living tips, each episode delivers actionable advice and expert guidance, empowering you to confidently navigate your MS journey and take charge of your health. Tune in today and take control!
Meet the hosts:
Mirla Avila, MD
Interim Chair of Neurology / Assoc. Prof. of Neurology
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX
Dr. Avila is a board certified neurologist and MS specialist, and is the Director of Texas Tech Comprehensive MS Center. She is involved in several ongoing MS research projects and has authored numerous abstracts, book chapters, and peer-reviewed articles on MS treatment and management. A passionate neurologist and music enthusiast, Dr. Avila directs funds from her album sales to support patients in underserved communities and advance MS research.
Susan Payrovi, MD
Integrative and Functional Medicine Physician
Stanford Center for Integrative Medicine living with MS
Susan Payrovi, MD is a triple board-certified physician in anesthesiology, hospice and palliative medicine, and integrative medicine. She is also a patient who is diagnosed and living with MS. Dr. Payrovi is a clinical assistant professor at Stanford University, where her clinical practice focuses on non-pharmaceutical lifestyle treatments of chronic disease. She holds a bachelor’s in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics from UCLA and a medical degree from UC San Diego. Dr. Payrovi is also certified in functional medicine.
Feeling like your gut has a mind of its own when it comes to MS? In episode four of “Get Tough on Multiple Sclerosis,” Susan Payrovi, MD, and Mirla Avila, MD, demystify the gut microbiome and its surprising impact on multiple sclerosis. They dive into fascinating facts about the trillions of microbes living inside you, explaining how they influence your immune system and overall health. Discover how food, lifestyle, and common medications can shape your gut environment, and learn practical strategies to cultivate a microbiome that supports your well-being. Explore the show notes for free resources, including a downloadable food tracker and ways to connect with the show. https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/video/the-ms-gut-feeding-your-microbiome-for-wellness-episode-4
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