Bruce Dobkin

In this engaging discussion, neurologist Bruce Dobkin, a professor at UCLA Health, shares his personal journey with musical hallucinosis following a cochlear implant. He vividly describes hearing a relentless choir singing the 'Star-Spangled Banner' and how it connects to Oliver Sacks’ observations. Dobkin explains the brain's tendency to impose musical structure on sounds, the surprising prevalence of this condition, and shares coping strategies. His insights into sensory processing and neuroplasticity make for a captivating exploration of how our brains perceive music.