IONM4Life Seyedeh Haniyeh Mortazavi
Jun 14, 2023
Seyedeh Haniyeh Mortazavi, a clinical manager and surgical neurophysiologist, bridges her expertise in Australia and Iran to improve patient care through intraoperative neuromonitoring. She passionately discusses the role of storytelling in medical education and its potential to illuminate challenges faced in training. Haniyeh offers insights into the disparities between healthcare practices in Iran and Australia. Additionally, she shares her personal journey of healing through creativity after a loved one’s loss, emphasizing the profound impact of narratives in fostering change.
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Foundation for IONM Excellence
- Intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) demands a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and radiology.
- Combining educational knowledge with hands-on training and mentorship is essential to excel in IONM.
Radiology Enhances DBS Monitoring
- Radiology expertise enhances deep brain stimulation (DBS) monitoring by improving surgical site planning.
- CT and MRI image merging helps identify safe trajectories for electrode insertion, protecting major brain vessels.
The 'Wild Moment' in DBS Surgery
- During DBS microelectrode recording for Parkinson's patients, the moment a movement stops is profoundly impactful.
- Seeing patient improvement live during surgery deeply validates the neuromonitoring role.
