My MS Story

My MS Story

My MS Story– Episode 183 – Transcript In this episode we join our host Stephanie Buxhoeveden and special guest Ashley Ratcliff Lundy as we dive into the personal journeys of living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) as we share unique stories of diagnosis, the emotional rollercoaster that follows, and how perspectives on life have shifted since …

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Navigating Pediatric MS – Challenges, Treatment, and Hope for the Future

Navigating Pediatric MS – Challenges, Treatment, and Hope for the Future

Navigating Pediatric MS – Challenges, Treatment, and Hope for the Future– Episode 182 – Transcript In this episode, we join our host Stephanie Buxhoeveden and two special guests Emily Blosberg with Oscar the Monkey and Harvard Neurology professor Tanuja Chitnis. Together we explore the complexities of pediatric multiple sclerosis and how it differs from the adult …

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Debunking Myths and Crafting Sleep Strategies for MS

Debunking Myths and Crafting Sleep Strategies for MS

Debunking Myths and Crafting Sleep Strategies for MS– Episode 181 – Transcript In this episode we join our host Stephanie Buxhoeveden and special guest Areti Vassilopoulos, we dive into the challenges of managing sleep with multiple sclerosis. From debunking common myths to exploring practical, real-life strategies, we provide insights on how to improve your sleep …

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Aging with MS: Navigating the Journey

Aging with MS: Navigating the Journey

Aging with MS: Navigating the Journey– Episode 180 – Transcript In this episode we join our host Stephanie Buxhoeveden and special guest Le Hua as we explore the unique experiences of living with multiple sclerosis as we age.  Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been living with MS for years, this episode provides the support, …

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Transforming Your Mental Health Journey with MS

Transforming Your Mental Health Journey with MS

Transforming Your Mental Health Journey with MS– Episode 179 – Transcript Join host Dr. Stephanie Buxhoeveden with guest neuropsychologist Meghan Beier, who joins us to dive deeper into how various therapeutic approaches can transform your mental health journey with MS. Whether you’re living with MS or a care partner, you’ll find helpful explanations of different …

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Care Partners in Action: Celebrating Friendship and Support

Care Partners in Action: Celebrating Friendship and Support

Care Partners in Action: Celebrating Friendship and Support– Episode 177 – Transcript Join host Stephanie Buxhoeveden, an MS clinician and researcher, as she welcomes Sharon Vaughn and her care friend, Eileen Dubois. In celebration of Caregivers Month, Sharon and Eileen share their inspiring friendship and the unique ways they support one another. Discover the powerful …

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Hope in Innovation: Exploring CAR-T Cell Therapy for MS

Hope in Innovation: Exploring CAR-T Cell Therapy for MS

Hope in Innovation: Exploring CAR-T Cell Therapy for MS – Episode 178 – Transcript Join host Dr. Stephanie Buxhoeveden, someone living with multiple sclerosis and a dedicated clinician and researcher. In this episode, she welcomes Dr. Gregory Wu, who is making significant strides in MS research, particularly in CAR-T cell therapy. Join us as they …

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Taking Control: Understanding and Managing MS Progression

Taking Control: Understanding and Managing MS Progression

Taking Control: Understanding and Managing MS Progression– Episode 176 – Transcript In this empowering episode, host Stephanie Buxhoeveden connects with MS advocate and author Julie Stamm. Join us as we explore the complexities of the disease process, unpacking what it means to live with progressive MS.  Julie shares her personal journey, insights on smoldering MS, …

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Occupational Therapy: Redesigning Your Life With MS

Occupational Therapy: Redesigning Your Life With MS

Occupational Therapy: Redesigning Your Life With MS– Episode 175 – Transcript In this episode, host Stephanie Buxhoeveden sits down with occupational therapist Rebecca Cunningham to explore the impact of MS on the various aspects of our lives including work, school, and parenting with MS. Together, they will delve into how MS affects daily routines and …

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Current Research Updates on Rehabilitation in MS

Current Research Updates on Rehabilitation in MS

Current Research Updates on Rehabilitation in MS – Episode 174 – Transcript In this episode, host Stephanie Buxhoeveden sits down with Dr. Kathy Zackowski, who brings two decades of patient care experience and a strong background in MS research. They’ll explore the latest developments in MS rehabilitation, discussing how it can impact various aspects of …

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