Neurology on TV: Separating Fact From Fiction

This week, Dr. Daniel Correa sits down with Dr. Katy Peters, a neuro-oncologist and associate professor and director of supportive care at the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center (PRTBTC) at the Duke Cancer Institute. Drs. Correa and Peters talk about neurologic conditions and how they are depicted on TV as well as the importance of speaking with your doctor when you have questions about how certain medical conditions and brain marvels are portrayed in your favorite shows. 

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Guest: Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD (Twitter) 

Host: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea