Brian Hoeflinger, MD
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Understanding Trigeminal Neuralgia
Understanding Trigeminal Neuralgia By: Brian Hoeflinger, MD November 24, 2024 | #24 Forwarded this email? Sign up here. Disclaimer: Opinions are my own. Not medical advice. Medical Trivia of the Week In trigeminal neuralgia, the protective covering of the trigeminal nerve is often damaged. What is this covering called? (the correct answer is at the end of this email) A) Myelin sheath B) Axon sheath C) Dura mater D) Pia mater What is Trigeminal Neuralgia? Often the best way to understand...
What's It Like to be a Neurosurgeon?
What's It Like to be a Neurosurgeon? By: Brian Hoeflinger, MD November 17, 2024 | #23 Forwarded this email? Sign up here. Disclaimer: Opinions are my own. Not medical advice. Medical Trivia of the Week What is the average weight of the adult human brain? (the correct answer is at the end of this email) A) 1 pound B) 2 pounds C) 3 pounds D) 4 pounds My Life as a Neurosurgeon This week I thought we would take a break from the usual topics of medical conditions and get a bit more personal. Since...
The Importance of Sleep & Healthy Sleep Habits
The Importance of Sleep & Healthy Sleep Habits By: Brian Hoeflinger, MD November 10, 2024 | #22 Forwarded this email? Sign up here. Disclaimer: Opinions are my own. Not medical advice. Medical Trivia of the Week Which nerve, also known as cranial nerve X, is crucial for regulating heart rate, digestion, and other autonomic functions? (the correct answer is at the end of this email) A) Optic nerve B) Trigeminal nerve C) Facial nerve D) Vagus nerve Why do we Sleep and the Importance of Sleep As...
Ditch the All-or-Nothing Mindset: The 80/20 Rule for a Healthier, Happier Life
Ditch the All-or-Nothing Mindset: The 80/20 Rule for a Healthier, Happier Life By: Brian Hoeflinger, MD and Kevin Hoeflinger November 3, 2024 | #21 Forwarded this email? Sign up here. Disclaimer: Opinions are our own. Not medical advice. Medical Trivia of the Week What part of the neuron transmits the electrical signal? (the correct answer is at the end of this email) A) Cell body B) Dendrite C) Axon D) Golgi apparatus 80/20 Rule or Pareto Principle Often in life, we have an “all or nothing”...
Why Aging Affects Your Memory and Tips for Staying Sharp as You Age
Why Aging Affects Your Memory and Tips for Staying Sharp as You Age By: Brian Hoeflinger, MD and Kevin Hoeflinger October 27, 2024 | #20 Disclaimer: Opinions are our own. Not medical advice. Before we get started with this week's newsletter, I wanted to mention a new section called "Medical Trivia of the Week" that I will be including in each week's newsletter since so many people seem to enjoy the medical trivia videos I put out on social media. Let me know what you think! Medical Trivia of...
Water: Why We Need it and How Much Should We Drink Each Day?
Water: Why We Need it and How Much Should We Drink Each Day? By: Brian Hoeflinger, MD October 20, 2024 | #19 Disclaimer: Opinions are my own. Not medical advice. Water is Life and is absolutely vital for our health. If I were to stop right here, you would already know the primary reason why water is so important to every living organism. Our bodies are composed of approximately sixty percent water for a reason! Every living cell in our body uses water to function properly and without water,...
The Incredible Benefits of Walking
The Incredible Benefits of Walking By: Brian Hoeflinger, MD October 13, 2024 | #18 Disclaimer: Opinions are my own. Not medical advice. Why is walking good for you? Many people might think that walking is a waste of their time compared to running or jogging because you can burn more calories in less time with running compared to walking. While that specific point may be true, there are so many other benefits to walking that far outweigh the time factor to burn calories. And for those of you...
Restless Legs Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Potential Solutions
Restless Legs Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Potential Solutions By: Brian Hoeflinger, MD September 29, 2024 | #17 Disclaimer: Opinions are my own. Not medical advice. Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is a neurologic disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to move the legs, particularly in the evening and nighttime hours. It is estimated that approximately 10% of the U.S. population—over 30 million people—suffer from RLS. While it can affect individuals at any age, it is more common in...
Never Give Up: Summiting Mount Kilimanjaro
Never Give Up: Summiting Mount Kilimanjaro By: Brian Hoeflinger, MD Disclaimer: Opinions are my own. Not medical advice. My son Kevin and I recently climbed Mount Kilimanjaro. It was an 8 day journey along the Lemosho Route and it is easily one of the hardest things that I have ever done in my life. Kevin and I at the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Uhuru Peak After 6 days of climbing for several hours each day, we were sitting at base camp at just over 15,000 feet elevation. We were tired and...
What Inspires You
What Inspires You By: Brian Hoeflinger, MD Disclaimer: Opinions are my own. Not medical advice. I am writing the beginning of this newsletter as I sit on a plane headed to destination Mt Kilimanjaro in Africa. While you are reading this newsletter, Kevin and I will most likely be starting our climb to the near 20,000 foot peak of Mt Kilimanjaro. It’s something that we have both talked about doing for a long time and we are finally doing it. Hard to believe how an idea can turn into a plan and...
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