Here’s a look at some media appearances by Ayer Neuroscience Institute physicians since our last edition:

The Dangers of Contact Sports

Hartford HealthCare Ayer Neuroscience Center physician-in-chief Dr. Mark Alberts gives you the information you need on the latest study on CTE and contact sports.

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) Explained

Anyone who endures regular concussions – like football players – is subject to Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). Dr. Mark Alberts of the Hartford HealthCare Ayer Neuroscience Center explains the devastating consequences.

Achievement Unlocked: Walking Again

When the worst happens, Hartford HealthCAre experts are there to help – from life-saving surgery to everything that happens afterwards.

This is the inspiring story of Nicole Dzienis, a passenger in a near death car crash who was saved by a Hartford HealthCare team, including the Ayer Neuroscience Institute’s Paul Schwartz, MD, a brain surgeon.