brain-tumor
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MRIs and Bone Anchored Hearing Devices
There are some extremely important considerations for MRIs when you choose a bone anchored hearing device. There are currently two categories of these devices on the market and they do not interact with MRIs in the same manner. Continue reading
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New Treatment Clinical Trial for Acoustic Neuromas
There is currently a clinical trial for a new treatment for vestubular schwannoma brain tumors. This treatment utilizes gene therapy. They are researching if it improves hearing and/or shrinks tumors. Continue reading
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Parenting and Brain Surgery Recovery
While multitasking brain surgery recovery and parenting is no small feat, it is possible. I found I benefited from my child’s presence and she also learned positive life lessons from my experience. Continue reading
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Living in Uncertainty
Throughout my brain tumor journey, I have struggled with uncertainty. As much as I would like guarantees, they just don’t exist. My mindset to handle uncertainty has changed, as I have realized my thoughts are what I can control. Continue reading
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Does an Increase in Symptoms Mean Tumor Growth?
A sudden spike in symptoms can be terrifying. Your mind can immediately go to worst-case scenarios. However, an increase in symptoms does not necessarily equate to tumor growth. Continue reading
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There is no Virtue in Taking the Harder Path
I think we are often fed the line that it is better to handle challenges solo than to accept help. This mentality can keep us from accessing resources and help that can ease our way. My accommodations only diminish my strain, not my abilities. Continue reading
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Isn’t a Brain Tumor an Emergency?
Finding out you have a brain tumor is a surreal experience. Oftentimes, when you are diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma, you have never even heard of it. It can be hard to know how dire the situation is. Continue reading
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10 Years After Brain Surgery
This week, I am celebrating the 10th anniversary of my brain surgery. This milestone has made me reflective on what the last ten years have been like and how much life I have lived post brain tumor. Continue reading
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Eye Problems After Acoustic Neuroma Surgery
Eye problems after surgery can be an unfortunate surprise. Eye care is critical and time sensitive, so catching these concerns early and following up with medical professionals is important. Continue reading
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Hear Me Out Podcast: How My Acoustic Neuroma Diagnosis Led to Advocacy
I was honored to be on the Hear Me Out Podcast. I had a wonderful time chatting with @hardtohearit about working with hearing loss, single sided deaf hacks, advocacy, and the importance of community. 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 