The Incubator #226 - 🧠Rethinking Newborn Brain Injury, a conversation with Dr. Terrie Inder
In this engaging episode of The Incubator podcast, Dr. Terrie Inder, a pioneer in neonatal neurology, shares her journey and insights into newborn brain development. Dr. Inder discusses the complexities of neonatal brain injury, emphasizing that it's not just about visible hemorrhages, but also about the brain's overall maturation process. She highlights the importance of understanding "brain dysmanturation" and how the NICU environment significantly impacts neurodevelopment.
Dr. Inder challenges the neonatal community to rethink their approach to brain care, advocating for more family involvement, enriched environments, and tailored interventions for babies with brain injuries. She stresses the need for better hemodynamic management and a sociocultural shift in NICU care delivery.
The conversation also touches on the controversial topic of routine MRI scans, with Dr. Inder arguing for their value in risk profiling and guiding care. She encourages neonatologists to embrace learning about brain imaging and improve their communication skills with families.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Inder's passion for improving outcomes for NICU babies shines through, offering listeners valuable insights and a call to action for enhancing neonatal brain care.
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