Where Hope Lives
Inspiring stories of compassion, innovation, and transformation at Barrow Neurological Institute made possible by philanthropy.
Your Impact In Action
View real stories of how Barrow Neurological Foundation creates a lasting impact for patients and families.
Narratives of Help and Healing
Hear from the brave patients who have found hope and healing at Barrow while battling the most debilitating neurological conditions.
“I consider myself lucky. Lucky to have survived, lucky to have received amazing care, and lucky to have had such a transformative experience. The people at Barrow are truly special, and I know countless patients just like me are beyond thankful.”
-Eric Sredzinski, local pharmacist, devoted husband, and father of two. Neuro-Rehabilitation
“They’re a big part of why I am doing as well as I am today. Everyone needs someone, and I’m glad to have my family as my “someones” and Barrow, along with Dr. Robers and his whole team, by my side.”
–Lynne Brunetto, former RN. Multiple Sclerosis
“For a long time, I didn’t share my story because I was afraid that people would think less of me. But now, I want to show people that there is hope, and that you can live a full life after a brain injury,”
-Sarah Noonan (Neylon), from grateful patient to occupational therapist. Center for Transitional Neuro-Rehabilitation
Courageous Hearts
Life-Changers
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Every experience at Barrow is unique and powerful. Whether you’re a patient, family member, or donor, we invite you to share your story and inspire others on their journey.
Curious about what our undergraduate research interns thought of their experience? Watch the video to find out 🧠
A huge thank you to all the generous donors who helped make this opportunity possible for our talented cohort of interns.
It’s that day of the week… Happy #ThrowbackThursday!! ⏰
Pictured here is @BarrowNeuro former President and CEO Robert F. Spetzler, MD, training a group of residents.
Education has always been integral to Barrow Neurological Institute’s mission. Barrow’s renowned physicians and scientists provide education for all levels of learning, including high school and undergraduate students, fellows, international observers, and colleagues at partner sites worldwide.
Your generous support makes these programs possible. Learn more about the education programs Barrow supports by clicking the link in bio.
As we wrap up #NationalMakeAWillMonth, there`s no better time to take the first step in providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
A will allows you to ensure that the people and causes closest to your heart are cared for exactly how you want. That`s why everyone, regardless of age or wealth, can benefit from making one.
If you`re ready, you can create or update your will for free through our partnership with #FreeWill. Get started through the link in bio.
We are deeply saddened to share the recent passing of beloved Valley philanthropist and Barrow Neurological Foundation Board member, Ira A. Fulton.
Ira’s connection to @BarrowNeuro was deeply personal. His son, Gregory Wayne Fulton, received care at Barrow during his with #ALS. After Gregory’s passing, Ira approached Dr. Shafeeq Ladha with a desire to make a difference, leading to a transformational gift establishing the Gregory W. Fulton ALS and Neuromuscular Disease Center.
“As a philanthropist, Ira was special. I’ll never forget what he said to me when we discussed developing the Fulton Center. ‘I know you can’t save my son, but I want to try to help make sure this doesn’t happen to others in the future,’” said Dr. Ladha.
Because of Ira’s vision, countless people living with ALS and their families have access to better care and renewed hope. His legacy will continue to change lives for generations to come.
For over 60 years, the Women’s Board has proudly supported the innovative work at @BarrowNeuro . One of the most meaningful ways they drive impact is through the annual Women’s Board Project. We are pleased to announce that the Women’s Board has selected the new #BarrowSleepCenter as its project for the 2027 Barrow Grand Ball!
Led by Joyce K. Lee-Iannotti, MD, FAAN, FAASM, the Sleep Center is pioneering research to understand how sleep disturbances contribute to the development of #NeurologicalDiseases and to identify potential opportunities for early intervention—years before symptoms appear.
Thank you to the Women’s Board for helping to support Dr. Lee-Iannotti and her team as they explore evidence-based sleep strategies to promote healthy aging for all people, everywhere! Learn more through the link in bio.
Behind every milestone we reached this year is a dedicated team member going above and beyond at Barrow Neurological Foundation! We’re thrilled to conclude a successful 2026 fiscal year having raised over $28M, thanks to our generous donors, and celebrate the incredible team that helped make it happen behind the scenes!
We had an amazing year, from supporting our community at the Cardinals Climb to helping bring new pilot projects to fruition at @BarrowNeuro, and everything in between. We could not have done this without the hard work and commitment of our team members day in and day out. Here’s to another year of making an impact together!
Many individuals experience significant non-motor symptoms, including sleep disorders, depression, anxiety, impulse-control disorders, hallucinations, fatigue, and more. These symptoms can have just as much impact on quality of life as motor symptoms.
Donations have helped provide early-stage funding for researchers investigating the underlying causes of non-motor symptoms in Parkinson’s, leading to larger grants to advance this work! Learn more through the link in bio.
Congratulations to our 2026 cohort of talented undergraduate interns for presenting their research projects at the capstone symposium! 🧠🔬
Thanks to our generous donors, undergraduates from different parts of the country and world have the unique opportunity to conduct hands-on research under the mentorship of renowned @barrowneuro physicians and scientists. Immersed in a 10-week program, these students delved into the world of neuroscience and presented their findings on glioblastoma, multiple sclerosis, virtual surgical practice, recreational therapy, cavernous malformations, and much more.
“From the moment I applied, I knew that being here would provide me with valuable tools, not only for the future but also to continue building an exemplary present, since learning from the best in neuroscience and research are experiences that define excellence.” -Nora Socorro Payan Gonzalez, Universidad Autónoma de Chihuahua @uach_mx
Learn more about how your support can inspire the future neuroscience leaders through the link in bio.
We are thrilled to announce that through the support of our generous donors, we raised $28.7 million during fiscal year 2026. Through these efforts, the Foundation transferred $19.1 million to @barrowneuro to support community outreach, education, endowments, and research, including 23 new pilot projects testing innovative ideas.
“At Barrow Neurological Institute, our success is defined not only by the complexity of our cases, but also by our relentless pursuit of discoveries that will change the future of medicine. Support from Barrow Neurological Foundation and our community of donors enables us to tackle the most urgent challenges in neuroscience while pursuing our lofty vision of understanding the inner workings of the mind.”
- @michael_t_lawton , MD, President and CEO of Barrow Neurological Institute.
Read the full press release through the link in bio.
Today, August 17, is National Nonprofit Day, and what better way to celebrate than to meet the Barrow Neurological Foundation Team!
There’s so much that goes on behind the scenes to provide @barrowneuro with the resources to fulfill its mission of advancing #neuroscience and saving lives. Each one of our team members is integral in making this possible. Check out the programs we support through the link in bio.
#barrowneurologicalinstitute #nationalnonprofitday #philanthropymatters #neuroresearch
Receiving an Alzheimer`s diagnosis is life-changing, but it is not the end of the journey. The #AlzheimersandMemoryDisorders Program helps patients and families navigate the challenges that accompany memory disorders.
Outreach and support services in @BarrowNeuro Alzheimer`s and Memory Disorders Program are 100% funded by philanthropy, impacting over 2,000 patients and caregivers each year. Learn more by clicking the link in bio.
We are thrilled to announce that Ruchira Jha, MD, MSc, has been appointed the Atkinson Chair for Research. This chair honors Dr. Jha, division chief of Neurocritical Care and medical director of the Neurointensive Care Unit, who’s committed to performing translational research in neurotrauma and neurocritical care.
She is focused on developing individualized targets against secondary injuries to improve outcomes after #AcuteBrainInjury (ABI). Her lab focuses on multiple types of ABI seen in the #NeurocriticalCare unit, including severe brain trauma, bleeding caused by aneurysm rupture, and different types of stroke.
Congratulations, Dr. Jha, on this distinguished honor!
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Whether you’re a current of former patient, family member, staff member, or generous donor, we want to hear how Barrow has impacted your life. Your story will help inspire, education and provide hope to all.
