Breakthroughs in Neuroscience

We are often asked, "How much is too much to leave to my heirs?" 🤔 Did you know, research has shown that generational wealth is often depleted by the third generation, so it`s wise to put parameters in your estate plan to help your heirs manage sudden wealth. This could be as simple as teaching your heirs about the importance of philanthropy by sharing your own story of why you give to Barrow Neurological Foundation.

Learn more about the power of planned giving: https://bar.rw/465ecyW. Link in bio!

Oftentimes, individuals don`t know they have a #brainaneurysm until it ruptures, causing bleeding in the #brain that can have life-altering or fatal consequences. 🔬 Funded by philanthropy, Tomoki Hasimoto, MD, is studying age-related biological events that can lead to an #aneurysm rupture. This research has two translational potentials: (1) certain drugs that modify these events could be incorporated into a treatment strategy, and (2) blood tests that measure these events could be used to predict the risk of an aneurysm rupture.

You are helping change aneurysm outcomes by funding groundbreaking #research at the Barrow Aneurysm and AVM Research Center! Learn more about your impact here: https://bar.rw/460d53j. Link in bio! ⬆️

We are pleased to announce the 2025-26 leadership team for the Women’s Board of Barrow Neurological Foundation. Community volunteer Katie Mueller will serve as Board Chair, with Chair-Elect Amy Cohn, Corresponding Secretary Julie Kroot, Recording Secretary Betsy Haenel, Treasurer Shaun Bracken, and Finance Chair Amy Flood. Sydney Fox and Betsy Moore will serve as the Co-Chairs for the 2026 Barrow Grand Ball, with Jan Lewis as the Ball Advisor.

Each year, the Women’s Board selects a specific research department at Barrow Neurological Institute to receive special funding through the Ball, designating it as the “Women’s Board Project.” These projects are chosen to highlight innovative research that can have a measurable impact on patients’ lives. For the 2026 Ball, the Women’s Board has selected the Ivy Brain Tumor Center as its special project.

“We are honored to select the Ivy Brain Tumor Center as this year’s Women’s Board Project. Its signature Phase 0 clinical trials program is the largest in the world and enables personalized care in a fraction of the time and cost associated with traditional drug development. We could not think of a more deserving project to support,” said 2026 Ball Co-Chairs Sydney Fox and Betsy Moore.

Read the announcement at the link our bio! https://bar.rw/3V36pMX.

Today is International Day of Charity! 🌎🤝🏽 This day was established to inspire people worldwide to help others through volunteer and philanthropic activities. September 5th was chosen to commemorate the anniversary of Mother Teresa of Calcutta`s passing.

Today, we remember that all of us have the power to be charitable and to give to others—whether it`s our time, a small act or word of kindness, or a donation. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible community! How will you celebrate this day of recognition?

🖼️ A powerful, bilingual art exhibit is now open through Oct. 3! The Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center at Barrow Neurological Institute has partnered with Creighton University to host a new art exhibit showcasing incredible works by individuals with #Parkinson`s disease and their care partners. It offers a powerful glimpse into their daily experiences, emotions, and resilience.

This FREE exhibit is open to the public and presented in both English and Spanish.

Many of these pieces were created through the Center`s Expressive Arts Program, which uses art as a therapeutic tool to reduce stress and support well-being. Your generosity makes a difference in the lives of patients and caregivers, contributing to one of the nation`s most robust community outreach programs.

Stop by before October 3rd to see the impact of your support in action!

🗓️ Through Oct. 3rd
📍 Creighton University Health Sciences - Phoenix, First Floor Rotating Art Gallery, 3100 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012

Fluent in four languages, Kris`s world was built on words. Then, a devastating diagnosis threatened to take it all away: an #AVM was found located right next to the language center of his brain.

"Language is my entire world, and I couldn`t imagine a life deprived of it."

His doctors said it was inoperable. But Kris found hope and a second chance with Michael T. Lawton, MD, President and CEO of Barrow Neurological Institute. Dr. Lawton successfully removed the AVM while preserving Kris`s ability to speak, translate, and lead the life he loves. 👉🏼 Read Kris`s full journey and learn how you can help: https://bar.rw/4g7FjxU.

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If you have a birthday this month, you can celebrate while making a difference in the lives of those who suffer from #neurological conditions. Use social media to create a birthday fundraiser and encourage your friends and family to rally behind our mission. Visit the link in our bio for step-by-step instructions on creating an Instagram fundraiser.

Happy birthday! 🎉

Every day, the experts at Barrow Neurological Institute accept the challenge of providing care to patients who have been told there’s nothing more anyone can do for them. Barrow gives these patients, and their loved ones, hope for the future.

💙 When you make a gift thanking a Barrow doctor, nurse, therapist, or other staff member, you can also write a personal note of gratitude that we will share directly with your caregiver! Give thanks here: https://giveto.supportbarrow.org/gratitude-fb. Link in bio!

New article alert! Shafeeq Lahda, MD, director of the Gregory W. Fulton ALS and Neuromuscular Disease Center at Barrow Neurological Institute, highlights the transformative power of philanthropy in an article from Neurology Today. ⬇️

He describes the beginnings of the now esteemed Center, remarking that, "The clinic was very small; we didn`t have great resources; we had a very bare bones team; we didn`t really have any translational research to offer patients." Now, through the support of generous donors, the Center has a world-renowned research program and is the largest ALS clinic west of the Mississippi River. We are incredibly grateful for donor support that makes this possible.

Learn more about the real-world impact of donor support at Barrow:https://bar.rw/41qV8JW

Read the full article: https://bar.rw/4n9QMPT

#NeurosurgeryAwarenessMonth - Thanks to the incredible support of our donors, Barrow is making great strides in aneurysm and AVM research! From earlier detection to innovative treatments, there is hope and improved outcomes for patients and their families. Consider making a tax-deductible donation in support of #NeurosurgeryAwarenessMonth today! https://bar.rw/3ULjRF6. 🔗 Link in bio.