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Breakthroughs in Neuroscience
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Barrow Neurological Foundation DNA
At Barrow Neurological Institute, not only do we offer hope to patients suffering from devastating neurological conditions, but we also offer results. Since 1962, Barrow has led the treatment of...
Arizona Cardinals Fund New IDD Program at Barrow
Made possible through a grant from the Arizona Cardinals Foundation, Barrow Neurological Institute has established a transitional care platform for...
Debunking Common Myths About Neurological Conditions
A neurological diagnosis can bring uncertainty, especially when misinformation online makes it difficult to separate fact from fiction. From the...
Training the Next Generation of Neurology and Neurosurgery Leaders at Barrow
Education is one of Barrow Neurological Institute's core missions alongside patient care and research, resulting in both exceptionally trained physicians...
Barrow Telestroke Program: Expanding Access for All
July 22, 2026, is recognized as World Brain Day, a global day of observance spearheaded by the World Federation of...
Summer Intern Spotlight: Exploring the Impact of Philanthropy on Neuroscience Research
Under the Barrow High School and Undergraduate Internship Programs led by Rita Sattler, PhD, and made possible through the generous...
Headache & Migraine: Understanding the Difference and How Barrow Can Help
Both migraine and headache can be painful and disruptive to everyday life, but they are not the same. While a...
Grateful Family Rallies the Community to Give Back
In February 2024, college freshman Brielle May came home to her parents’ house for a long weekend when the unthinkable...
Innovation & Impact: How Philanthropy Fuels Scientific Breakthroughs
Grant funding is paramount to advancing neuroscience research, serving as a catalyst for transforming novel hypotheses into real-world clinical progression....
How to Use Your Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) to Support Barrow
Strategic Giving: Using Your Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) to Support Neurological Research A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is often described as a...
We are thrilled to congratulate the Arizona Cardinals Foundation for receiving the Phoenix Business Journal’s 2026 “Innovative Philanthropic Company” award! At Barrow Neurological Foundation, we have seen firsthand how their commitment to philanthropy translates into transformative action. Thanks to a generous grant from the Arizona Cardinals Foundation, we are establishing a groundbreaking new program at Barrow Neurological Institute designed to provide seamless, specialized neurological care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) as they transition to adulthood. Combined with the success of the Cardinals Climb, their leadership and dedication to the community is setting a high bar for corporate giving in Arizona. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!
#BarrowNeurologicalFoundation #ArizonaCardinals #CardinalsClimb
#CorporatePhilanthropy #CommunityImpact
Its #ThrowbackThursday! ⌚
In 1975, #Barrow installed the first CT scanner in Phoenix. Today, Barrow is home to eight CT scanners, used for the quick diagnosis of internal injuries, the detection of #NeurologicalEvents, and for the #MedicalTraining that Barrow offers.
The Women’s Board of #BarrowNeurologicalFoundation is proud to support the upcoming 2026 #NeuroscienceNursingSymposium “Local Roots, Global Reach,” which explores the comprehensive care continuum for #NeurologicalPatients. Their invaluable support of continuing #NursingEducation and the keynote speaker, Rachel Malloy, DNP, RN, CNRN, SCRN, is a testament to their dedication to neuroscience #NursingExcellence at Barrow.
The Nursing Symposium allows attendees to:
🧠 Apply evidence-based interventions for managing agitation in neurological patients
🧠 Identify advancements in traumatic brain injury (TBI) care across the continuum
🧠 Discuss global health disparities and the impact of international neuro-consultations
🧠 Describe the evolution and impact of magnetoencephalography (MEG) technology in epilepsy diagnosis and management
🧠 And so much more!
Learn more how the Women’s Board supports Barrow’s cutting-edge advancements through the link in bio.
Did you know? You can host a #FundraisingEvent benefiting #BarrowNeurologicalFoundation! That means that you can bring your community together for an enjoyable event of your choosing while supporting #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute in advancing research and providing hope to patients and families facing complex neurological conditions.
This includes:
🚶 Community Walks & Runs
⛳ Golf Tournaments
🏷️ Auctions
🍷 Dinners & Luncheons
Learn how you can host an event and support Barrow through the link in bio.
Support #BarrowNeurologicalFoundation at the upcoming @azcardinals home game against the Detroit Lions on Sunday, October 11 🏈 The 50/50 #raffle held in-stadium will benefit the groundbreaking work at Barrow Neurological Institute, which means your day of fun will be helping patients worldwide.
🏈 If you’re not able to attend a game, consider joining #TeamBarrow for the @azcardinalsclimb event on Saturday, February 20, 2027! Learn more through the link in bio.
Today is #DAFDay - a national day of giving that celebrates donor-advised funds (DAF). You can put your DAF to work to help advance neuroscience research, education, and patient care at @BarrowNeuro.
With your continued support, we are able to reach more #patients, conduct more #research, and #educate more future specialists around the world. Consider using your DAF to support #Barrow today! Learn more through our website linked in bio.
It’s #SpineHealthAwarenessMonth! The #SonntagSpineCenter is committed to revolutionizing the treatment of spinal disorders by integrating cutting-edge #research, #innovation, and world-class training.
Your support is critical to this mission! These are just a few of the many successes your generosity has contributed to over the past year:
🖥️ Computerized models of the lumbar spine that could enable more precise surgical planning
🩻 #AI tools that could estimate a patient’s risk of developing long-term breakdown of the segments surrounding a spinal fusion site
🥽 Optimization of a #virtualreality endoscopic spine surgery training model, which received funding from the Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (SMISS)
⛳ Continued development of the Sports Biomechanics Research laboratory
We’re thrilled to share that Randall Porter, MD, was named one of the “20 Neurosurgeons to Know” by Beckers Spine Review! The article recognized Dr. Porter for his expertise in #AcousticNeuromas and other skull base #Tumors, degenerative spine disorders, and #SpinalTrauma.
Dr. Porter co-directs the #AcousticNeuromaProgram at @BarrowNeuro, serves on the medical advisory board for the Acoustic Neuroma Association, and serves as the team #neurosurgeon for the @Azcardinals. Read more here through the link in bio.
When a patient is at their most vulnerable, the world can feel very small—often confined to the space between a hospital bed and a doorway. In those difficult moments, it isn’t just the diagnosis that matters; it’s the people caring for them every day.
At @BarrowNeuro, it’s the unwavering support of our #NeuroscienceNurses that truly helps patients heal. Maintaining the #SpecializedTraining, #AdvancedResearch, and #ClinicalTechnologies needed for this level of excellence requires support you can provide!
“What I’ve learned through these educational opportunities directly influences my practice, allowing me to bring new ideas and approaches back to my patients and care team. The generosity of donors makes these experiences possible, and ultimately helps nurses deliver safer, more compassionate, and better-informed care to the patients who depend on us.” –Laura Gleason, RN, #Barrow Neuro-Oncology Nurse
Please join us in supporting the Linda A. Hunt Neuroscience Excellence Endowment Fund. Your gift is a direct investment in the nurses who care for patients and helping to ensure they have the resources to continue transforming lives.
Make an impact through the link in bio.
It’s #ThrowbackThursday! 📺
In 1959, the Neurological Sciences Foundation was established as a #nonprofit, tax-exempt organization dedicated to advancing the field of neurology and supporting the operations of the Institute.
Today, this organization is known as–you guessed it–#BarrowNeurologicalFoundation!
We have maintained our dedication to #neuroscience, continuing to fuel #education, #research, and #patientcare at @BarrowNeuro with the support of our generous donors.
Thank you to everyone who joined the #BarrowBlueCrew, the employee giving program for #BarrowNeurologicalFoundation 💙 100% of your donation directly empowers Barrow physicians, researchers, and staff to continue their life-changing work!
You can still join and receive your LIMITED-EDITION @statefortyeight by signing up through the link in bio 🔗
It’s #NationalFamilyDay, and we’re shining a spotlight on the #MuhammadAli #Parkinson Center’s community outreach program! One of the country’s largest Parkinson’s outreach programs, it offers vital services for both patients and their families, including virtual recreation and exercise classes, #MusicTherapy and expressive arts, #SupportGroups, and more. This underscores one of the Center’s core missions—to improve the quality of life for patients and their loved ones at every stage of their journey.
Learn how your generosity can impact the lives of patients and caregivers this National Family Day through the link in bio 🔗
