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Survivors Around the Globe – Tori Kloss
On August 21st, 2012, being 12 at the time, I experienced the WORST pain, basically a silent killer in disguise. My AVM occurred in my cerebellum and I was not supposed to live. The doctors came out and told my parents (who rushed to Children s hospital of Pitt. right after I was lifeflighted) the […]
Posted on Tuesday, December 8, 2020Read More -
Joe Niekro Foundation Announces New Appointments to Board of Directors
Scottsdale, Arizona (December 22, 2016) – The Joe Niekro Foundation announces the election of respected nonprofit leaders from across the country to its Board of Directors. At The Joe Niekro Foundation™ Board of Directors meeting on September 30th, the following board members were appointed two year term. Paul Novak (effective immediately) – former Institute of […]
Posted on Thursday, December 22, 2016Read More -
JNF AWARDS THREE SEED GRANTS AT 2016 SNIS ANNUAL MEETING
The Joe Niekro Foundation was pleased to award $60,000 in research seed grants at the 2016 SNIS Annual Meeting in Boston this July. Among a pool of thirteen amazing applications, the Grants Review Board selected three to each receive a $20,000 seed grant that advances the study of brain aneurysms or brain arteriovenous malformations. The […]
Posted on Monday, August 1, 2016Read More -
Should I Get a Second Opinion?
“What should I look for in a Neurosurgeon or Interventional Radiologist?” This is a common question many patients have as they are gaining more knowledge, and it is an answer people need to decide for themselves. As you seek out medical advice for your care, always remember it is every patient’s right to feel comfortable with […]
Posted on Wednesday, April 20, 2016Read More -
Questions to Ask your Doctor BEFORE Surgery
Thousands of Americans will undergo brain aneurysm/AVM/stroke surgery each year. It’s important to communicate your feelings, questions, and concerns with your doctor before having surgery. We encourage you to ask your surgeon questions. Information can lessen anxiety by reducing fear of the “unknown.” In addition, a better understanding of your problem can help you make more informed, and, therefore, make […]
Posted on Thursday, April 7, 2016Read More