The latest in stroke care, research, community, and academia. We specialize in stroke recovery, prevention, population health and vascular dementia.

Houston, Texas
Joined July 2018
Arm weakness after a stroke 3–5 months ago? The TR-2 clinical trial offers extra arm rehab at no cost. Receive $150 upon study completion; transportation available if needed. Call Harriet Sales: 713-500-7849. Ask about TR-2. #StrokeRecovery
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🧠 Join us Oct. 27, 12–1 PM CDT for the Frontiers in Stroke Lecture Series. 🎤 Steven Levine, MD 📚 Hypercoagulable States and Stroke 🎓 Free CME/CNE available. Register using the link on the flyer. #StrokeEducation #CME
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📣Reminder: SPARC Journal Club is tomorrow! Join us Oct. 20, 12–1 PM CDT as Heather Hayes, DPT, PhD, discusses the cost-effectiveness of post-acute stroke rehabilitation. 🎓 CEUs available for PTs. #SPARC #StrokeRehab #StrokeResearch
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🧠 Can oral health tell us something about brain health? Join our Brain Health Journal Club on Oct. 15 as we discuss the Hisayama Study examining periodontal status and the risk of all-cause dementia, Alzheimer’s disease & vascular dementia. #BrainHealth #DementiaResearch
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💙 October is #PhysicalTherapyMonth! The UTHealth Stroke Institute proudly recognizes the physical therapists who help stroke survivors rebuild strength, improve mobility, and regain independence. Their expertise and dedication make a lasting difference in every recovery journey
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🧠Please join our next Stroke Class & Case Discussion with Colleagues from Tanzania 🧠Hosted by Dr. Savitz 📅Thursday, 9/24/2026 ⏰12:00 – 1:00 PM CDT **CEU Credits are not available 🔗us02web.zoom.us/j/8192823079…
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🧠 Brain Health Journal Club | September 24, 2026 Join the UTHealth Houston Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases for our next Brain Health Journal Club! 📅 Thursday, September 24, 2026 🕓 4:00–5:00 PM CDT 🔗teams.microsoft.com/meet/252…
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📣Rehabilitation therapists needed! The UTHealth Houston Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases is seeking OTs, PTs & SLPs for 2 upcoming clinical trials in Texas. Bilingual English/Spanish therapists are encouraged to inquire. #StrokeResearch #UTHealthHouston
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Today, we recognize communities around the world in raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and the importance of brain health. Let’s work together to promote awareness, advance research, support caregivers, and prioritize brain health at every stage of life.#StrokePrevention
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An inspiring story of resilience and recovery. 🧠💙 11-year-old Camila Niño’s journey highlights the importance of specialized care and rehabilitation after pediatric stroke. #UTHealthHoustonStroke #PediatricStroke #StrokeRecovery
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🧠Join the Brain Health Research Group on Thursday, September 10, 2026 📚 “Meat Consumption and Cognitive Health by APOE Genotype” 👤 First Author: Jakob Norgren 📅 Thursday, September 10, 2026 ⏰ 4:00–5:00 PM CDT 🔗teams.microsoft.com/meet/253… **CEU credits are not available
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🧠 This National Cholesterol Education Month, the UTHealth Houston Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease reminds you that knowing your cholesterol numbers can be an important part of protecting your brain and heart health.
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On August 30, we recognize the many individuals and families whose lives have been forever changed by stroke. Whether grieving the loss of a loved one or adjusting to life after stroke, every experience deserves compassion, understanding, and support. #NationalGriefAwarenessDay
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🧠Join the Brain Health Research Group on Thursday, August 27, 2026 📚 “BDNF Relates to Prefrontal Cortex Activity in the Context of Physical Exercise” 👤 First Author: Flaminia Ronca 📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026 ⏰ 4:00–5:00 PM CDT 🔗teams.microsoft.com/meet/216…
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🧠 BRAIN HEALTH SEMINAR | August 20 Join the UTHealth Houston Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases for our next Brain Health Research Group meeting! 📅 Thursday, August 20, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM–12:00 PM CDT 🎙️ Presenter: Agustin Ibanez, PhD 🔗 teams.microsoft.com/meet/217…
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🧠Join the Brain Health Research Group on 📅 Thursday, August 13, 2026 ⏰ 4–5 PM CDT 📚 Featured Article: “Alzheimer’s Disease in Patients Prescribed Statins: A Real-World Data Analysis of U.S. Patient Health Records” 🗣️First Author: Daniel A. Novak 🔗teams.microsoft.com/meet/217…
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‼️Cancelled‼️We apologize, but we have to cancel the Journal Club session planned for today, Thursday, 08/13/2026. Thank you for understanding🧠
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🧠 Join us for the 16th Annual Yatsu Day Symposium! 📅 Aug. 14, 2026 ⏰ 8 AM–12 PM 💻 In person or online 🎓 Earn 3.25 CME/CNE credits Register: go.uth.edu/Yatsu-Day-2026 #Stroke #Neurology #CME #UTHealthHouston
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Stroke Class & Case Discussion with colleagues from Tanzania! Hosted by Dr. @SeanISavitz 📅 Thursday, August 13 ⏰ 12–1 PM CDT 🔗meet.google.com/mvk-song-quk
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🧠 Join us for the 16th Annual Yatsu Day Symposium! 📅 Aug. 14, 2026 ⏰ 8 AM–12 PM 💻 In person or online 🎓 Earn 3.25 CME/CNE credits Register: go.uth.edu/Yatsu-Day-2026 #Stroke #Neurology #CME #UTHealthHouston
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