In this episode, my guest is Dr. Gary Steinberg, MD, PhD, a neurosurgeon and a professor of neurosciences, neurosurgery, and neurology at Stanford University School of Medicine. We discuss brain health and brain injuries, including concussion, traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, aneurysm, and transient ischemic attacks (TIA). We discuss key and lesser-known risk factors for brain health and explain how certain treatments and medications can improve brain health and cognitive function. We also cover novel mechanisms to improve recovery after concussions and brain injury, including the use of stem cells, temperature (mild hypothermia), and vagus nerve stimulation. Dr. Steinberg also describes new advances in neurosurgery and minimally invasive brain augmentation.This episode ought to be of interest to anyone seeking actionable tools to improve their brain health and for those seeking to improve recovery after a brain injury such as concussion, stroke, aneurysm, or TBI.For show notes, including referenced articles and additional resources, please visit hubermanlab.com.Thank you to our sponsorsAG1: https://drinkag1.com/hubermanEight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman ROKA: https://roka.com/huberman AeroPress: https://aeropress.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Timestamps00:00:00 Dr. Gary Steinberg00:01:44 Sponsors: Eight Sleep, ROKA & AeroPress; Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify & Apple00:06:16 Stroke, Hemorrhage & Blood Clot00:10:25 Blood Clots & Risk Factors, Medications, Smoking, Cholesterol00:16:19 Heart & Brain Health; Neurosurgery & Brain Function00:23:27 Current Technology & Neurosurgery, Minimally Invasive Techniques00:28:13 Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA); Spinal Cord Strokes00:33:23 Stroke Risk: Alcohol, Cocaine & Other Drugs00:38:24 Sponsor: AG100:39:55 Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Concussion: Sports, Testing & Recovery00:46:45 Statins; TBI & Aspirin; Caffeine & Stroke Risk00:48:31 Exploratory MRI: Benefits & Risks00:51:53 Blood Pressure, Lifestyle Factors; Tool: Feeling Faint, Hydration; Sleep 00:59:52 Sponsor: LMNT01:01:27 Chiropractic Neck Adjustment & Arterial Obstruction; Inversion Tables01:05:16 Kids, Tackle Football, Soccer, Boxing; Mild Concussion01:10:49 Nerve Regeneration, Stem Cells, Stroke Recovery01:17:36 Stem Cells, Immune System, Activity01:21:27 Injury & Recovery, Restraint Therapy01:23:46 Neuroprotection After Injury; Mild Hypothermia01:34:59 Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Stem Cell Therapy01:42:27 Scientific Advancements & Clinical Translation, FDA & Industry01:47:40 Vagal Stimulation01:53:17 Zero-Cost Support, Spotify & Apple Reviews, YouTube Feedback, Social Media, Neural Network NewsletterDisclaimer