brain-surgery
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The Dreaded Question: How Are You Doing?
While I really appreciate my close friends and family checking in with me, I often feel exhausted by the small talk conversation of “How are you doing?” It seems odd to me that usually the only socially acceptable answer is “fine.” Why do we bother to ask the question at all if the only answer… Continue reading
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Choosing Your Doctor for Acoustic Neuroma Treatment
While doctors are wonderful resources and extremely knowledgeable, you may not get connected to the perfect doctor for your diagnosis on the first try. It is super important to do your due diligence to choose the correct physician to treat you. It is not a situation where you want to go with good enough- it… Continue reading
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Neck Pain After Acoustic Neuroma Surgery
Many people struggle with neck pain and neck issues following their brain surgery. Important muscles can be cut in surgery, and your body is held in a strange position for an extended time while you are undergoing the procedure. Sometimes, it is just a brief struggle immediately following surgery. Other times, it can be an… Continue reading
About Me
Emily was diagnosed with a brain tumor at age 27 and decided to make that experience worthwhile by paying it forward to other brain tumor warriors. She is passionate about supporting people and advocating for hearing assistance around motherhood and running a family business.
The "Lucky" Brain Tumor 