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Christina O'Haver

@christinaohaver.bsky.social
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Writer at Barrow Neurological Institute | Runner | Fly Angler | Bookworm | Arizonan | Cat & Dog Mom | Work in Progress | She/Her | 🏳️‍🌈

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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
That’s a wrap on my 8th #ScienceWriters conference! Thankful to @sciencewriters.org for cultivating this supportive community, @oregonstate.edu for being such a gracious host, & #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute for supporting my attendance. I always leave feeling seen, inspired, & proud to be in #sciwri
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
After 30 years of living with #seizures, George Zapien is nearing 1 year seizure-free following #epilepsy surgery at #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute. It's something he never thought possible when he was experiencing multiple seizures per week: www.barrowneuro.org/about/news-a.... #sciwri #neuroskyence
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Barrow Patient Nears 1 Year Seizure-Free After Epilepsy Surgery - Barrow Neurological Institute
After 30 years of seizures, George Zapien underwent epilepsy surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute and is nearing one year seizure-free.
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
After 43 years in the #neurosurgery operating room at #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute, esteemed nurse Carol Blazier has donned her bouffant surgical cap and navy blue scrubs for the last time. Read her reflections... www.barrowneuro.org/about/news-a.... #neuroskyence #neuroscience #sciwri
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Esteemed Barrow OR Nurse Retires After 40+ Years - Barrow Neurological Institute
After more than 40 years as a neurosurgery OR nurse at Barrow Neurological Institute, Carol Blazier has retired. Read her story.
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
#BarrowNeurologicalInstitute has received a $5 million grant from the #Arizona Dept of Health Services to study #ibogaine treatment in people with neurological disorders such as #TBI in collaboration with @arizonastateuni.bsky.social. Read more: bar.rw/ibogaine. #PsychedelicMedicine #Neuroskyence
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Arizona Grants $5M to Barrow for Clinical Trial of Ibogaine in TBI
Barrow Neurological Institute has received a $5 million grant from the Arizona Department of Health Services to study ibogaine treatment in people with
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Proud to share that my team and I in the marketing department at Barrow Neurological Institute have received gold and silver 2026 Aster Awards for Excellence in Healthcare Advertising!
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
From the summit of a mountain to scuba diving on the ocean’s floor, Alexandra Wikiera spends her days off from dental school seeking adventure. Given her active lifestyle, it doesn’t appear as though the 21yo has undergone major spine surgery—and she says it doesn’t feel like it either #neuroskyence
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After Scoliosis Surgery, Barrow Patient Pursues Dental Degree, Adventures Abroad
After undergoing scoliosis surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute, Alexandra Wikiera is enjoying dental school and active adventures.
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Happy (almost) #ValentinesDay, neuro nerds! #neuroskyence 🧠❤️
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Sabrina spent 8 years seeking a diagnosis as her symptoms worsened. She learned she had a rare blood vessel abnormality in her spinal cord that would be risky to treat—but even riskier to leave alone. She traveled 2,000+ miles to undergo #cavernousmalformation surgery at #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute
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An 8-Year, Cross-Country Journey to Spinal Cord Cavernous Malformation Surgery
After eight years of searching for answers, Sabrina Mancini traveled to Barrow to undergo surgery for her spinal cord cavernous malformation.
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
That’s a wrap on #SciWri25, my 7th time attending a #SciWri meeting! I always return home with inspiration, enthusiasm, & a stack of business cards from all of the other “top nerds” I met 😉 Thank you, @sciencewriters.org, for going above & beyond to make this happen after a last-minute venue change!
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
What makes a great #neurosurgeon? We’re tackling this question in season 4 of Barrow #Neurosurgery Base Camp. Episode 1 focuses on the meaning and importance of having humility—and what that looks like in practice: youtu.be/13sZAeKzEVI?... | #neuroskyence #neuroscience #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute
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Episode 1: On Humility
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Interested in learning about the #brain? Check out the new limited-series podcast from #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute. “Barrow: On The Brain” aims to explore the mysteries of the nervous system through real stories & expert insights. Ep 1 out now at bar.rw/podcast or wherever you listen! #neuroskyence
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Father Beats Medulloblastoma, a Rare Brain Cancer in Adults: www.ivybraintumorcenter.org/blog/father-... | #braintumor #braincancer #neuroscience #neuroskyence #neurosurgery #neurooncology #sciwri #barrowneurologicalinstitute
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Father Beats Medulloblastoma, a Rare Brain Cancer in Adults | Ivy Brain Tumor Center
In less than two months, Joshua Zahn went from living as a healthy 31-year-old father and financial advisor to embarking on an arduous brain cancer journey. But thanks to the world-class care at Barro...
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Nature @nature.com · 25/03/2025
This finding could lead to treatments for neurological diseases go.nature.com/4c4zHCv
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Marathon runners tap brain-cell insulation for racetime fuel
MRI scans suggest runners’ brains might use the fatty substance myelin as fuel. The finding could lead to treatments for neurological diseases.
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
I missed seeing our sunrises during all those dark winter miles! I sure wish we could keep the cool mornings though... #runnersofbluesky #phoenix #arizona #skiesofbluesky
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National Association of Science Writers (NASW) @sciencewriters.org · 06/03/2025
UPDATE: We remain committed to organizing a conference this year after #SciWri25 hosts withdraw. More than ever, providing an opportunity for the professional science writing community to convene, learn, and support each other is critical. READ MORE+HELP OUT: www.nasw.org/article...
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ScienceWriters2025 conference
An update for the science-writing community about a change regarding this year’s conference, [ScienceWriters2025](https://sciencewriters2025.org/).
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Happy #ValentinesDay to my fellow neuro nerds! #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute #neuroscience #neuroskyence
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 19/01/2025
Fascinating art exhibit at SMoCA exploring what happens in our brains when we have an aesthetic experience. I was excited and proud to see the contributions of our medical illustrators at #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute! #neuroaesthetics #neuroscience #cognitiveneuroscience #arizona
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
A team of researchers led by #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute has received DoD funding to investigate whether a specific network of brain cells contributes to #neuropsychiatric symptoms in #Parkinsons. Spoiler alert: We’re not talking about the dopamine circuit: bar.rw/synergy | #SciWri #Neuroscience
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DoD Funds Study of Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in Parkinson's
The DoD awarded $3 million to a Barrow-led team of researchers to delve into the underlying cause of neuropsychiatric symptoms in Parkinson's
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
Another year of accepting challenges, rejecting norms, and pushing the boundaries of #neuroscience. Check out #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute’s year in review: bar.rw/2024wrapped | #sciwri #neurology #neurosurgery #neurorehabilitation #translationalneuroscience
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2024 Wrapped: Our Year in Review
Our Top Stories Like many of you, we close out the year by reflecting on where we've been and envisioning where we're headed. While it's virtually
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
What, exactly, are those white spots often seen on brain imaging, & what do they tell us about our #brainhealth? A neurologist-scientist at #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute in #Phoenix is harnessing the power of #machinelearning to better understand white matter hyperintensities. | #sciwri #neuroscience
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NIH Funds Research to Demystify White Matter Hyperintensities
A neurologist-scientist at Barrow is harnessing the power of machine learning to better understand white matter hyperintensities.
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
The NIH has awarded a $3.6 million R01 grant to #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute for a study aimed at understanding how and why some people experience a secondary injury following #ischemicstroke treatment—and what we can do to prevent it. Read the story: bar.rw/c3ar. | #sciwri #neuroscience #stroke
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NIH Funds Study of Secondary Injury After Stroke Treatment
Researchers at Barrow hope their work will allow more people to be candidates for reperfusion therapies after ischemic stroke.
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Ha! I love this story's lede...
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How Humor Keeps You Going When Life Gets Hard
When life feels difficult, humor can be a coping mechanism that relieves stress and offers the breathing room to keep going, scientists say
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
That’s a wrap on my 6th Science Writers meeting! Thanks to @sciencewriters.org for another fantastic event. I’m proud to be part of this curious, welcoming, & inspiring community. & thank you to Barrow Neurological Institute for supporting my attendance & professional development! #SciWri24 #SciWri
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 13/11/2024
John Burroughs, a 63-year-old father in Chandler, #Arizona, shares how the #headandneckcancer experts at #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute, alongside his faith and his love for family, helped him battle—and defeat— #oropharyngealcancer. Read his story: bar.rw/john. #sciwri #earnosethroat #oncology
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Arizona Father Overcomes Oropharyngeal Cancer at Barrow
John Burroughs of Chandler, Arizona shares how the head and neck cancer experts at Barrow helped him battle—and defeat—oropharyngeal cancer.
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 28/10/2024
Researchers at Barrow Neurological Institute and collaborating institutions have received an R01 grant from the NIH to study whether environmental exposure to manganese is linked to neurodegenerative disease—just as demand for this mineral is poised to soar: bar.rw/smelter | #sciwri #neuroscience
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NIH Funds Further Study of Manganese Exposure, Neurological Health
Researchers have received an NIH R01 grant to study whether environmental manganese exposure s linked to neurodegenerative disease.
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 19/09/2024
U.S. Department of Defense Funds Barrow Neurological Institute’s Study of Alzheimer’s Genetics, Traumatic Brain Injury Outcomes: bar.rw/alz-tbi | #neuroscience #tbi #alzheimers #worldalzheimersmonth
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DoD Funds Barrow Study of Alzheimer’s Genetics, TBI Outcomes
Can our genetics predict our cognitive recovery after a traumatic brain injury? Researchers at Barrow tackle this question. Learn more.
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 16/07/2024
Seizure-Free for Six Years, Patient Credits Barrow Epilepsy Center #neuroscience #neurosurgery #neurology #sciwri
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Seizure-Free for Six Years, Patient Credits Barrow Epilepsy Center
After reaching six years seizure free, Marissa Amaya Ochoa shares her gratitude for Barrow Epilepsy Center neurologist Dr. Courtney Schusse.
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 02/07/2024
Refractory epilepsy patient finds his “Superman” at Barrow Neurological Institute #neurology #epilepsy #sciwri #neuroscience #responsiveneurostimulation
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Refractory Epilepsy Patient Calls Barrow Neurologist ‘Superman’
Randy Ehlers shares his story of receiving unparalleled care for refractory epilepsy at the Barrow Epilepsy Center in Phoenix.
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Christina O'Haver @christinaohaver.bsky.social · 07/03/2024
Precision Medicine for TBI? NIH Funds Exploratory Study at Barrow #sciwri #scicomm #braininjuryawarenessmonth #traumaticbraininjury #neuroscience
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Precision Medicine for TBI? NIH Funds Exploratory Study at Barrow
Barrow has received an R21 grant to identify biomarkers and precise therapeutic targets to predict and prevent contusion expansion in TBI.
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