s National Director of the VHA Headache Centers of Excellence, I’m proud to share our latest podcast on transforming #Migraine care for #Veterans. 🛡️ Key Pearls: ✅ Migraine is a complex neurological disease ✅ HCoE offers a multidisciplinary "whole health" approach ✅ Early intervention is key Watch: facebook.com/share/v/1Aircan… @DeptVetAffairs @AANpublic @AHSHeadache @YaleMed #VHA #Neurology #Headache #MedTwitter #VAHealth

Advancing Neurological Care for Those Who Served: The AAN’s New Position on VA Brain Injury 🧠🛡️ I am incredibly proud to have served as the lead author for the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) new position statement regarding Brain Injury within the Veterans Affairs (VA) health system. As a neurologist and National Director of the Headache Centers of Excellence in the VHA, I am deeply passionate about ensuring that our Veterans receive the highest quality neurological care. Brain injury is often an "invisible wound," but its impact on the lives of our heroes and their families is profound. This statement serves as a roadmap for advocacy, research, and clinical excellence to meet their unique needs. Key Highlights of the Position Statement: 🏥 Specialized Access: We advocate for guaranteed access to board-certified neurologists and interdisciplinary teams for all Veterans suffering from Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and its complex sequelae. 🤯 Comorbidity Management: A dedicated focus on managing the "polytrauma triad," including the integration of care for post-traumatic headache, post-traumatic epilepsy, and sleep disorders. 🔥 Toxic Exposure Awareness: Formal recognition of the neurological risks associated with military exposures, including blast injuries and toxic substances from open burn pits. 🔬 Research Funding: A call for sustained federal investment in VA-led research to develop innovative diagnostics and treatments for chronic brain health conditions. 🤝 Strengthening Partnerships: Enhancing the collaboration between the AAN, the VA, and community providers to ensure no Veteran falls through the cracks of the healthcare system. It was an honor to collaborate with a dedicated team of experts to bring this vision to life. Special thanks to my co-authors and the AAN Advocacy team: @NajibUmer | @RashmiHalker | @SarahNelsonMD | @JustinJordanMD | @AyubNeishay | @AANAdvocacy Together, we are committed to moving the needle for Veteran brain health and ensuring those who served our country receive the world-class care they deserve. #AAN #AmericanHeadacheSociety #AES #Veterans #TBI #BrainInjury #BurnPits #Neurology #VHA #Neurologist #BrainHealth #VeteranCare #NeurologyAdvocacy #HeadacheExcellence #EpilepsyAwareness