In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Phil Rosenthal. Phil is the award-winning creator, executive producer, and host of “Somebody Feed Phil,” as well as a two-time New York Times Best Selling Author, soon-to-be restaurant owner, and cared for his mother during her journey with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Phil shares about his mother’s journey and how his family worked with doctors to prioritize her needs. Dr. Correa is also joined by Dr. Bjorn E. Oskarsson, a neurologist at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida who specializes in ALS. Dr. Oskarsson explains ALS, how it can affect people in differing ways, and what treatment options typically look like.   Additional Resources Max and Helen’s: A Neighborhood Diner Honoring Phil Rosenthal’s Parents A Marathoner on a Quest to End ALS Tips on How to Choose and Pay for In-Home Health Care When is Palliative Care Appropriate?   Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Making the Years Count with Brooke Eby, Influencer Living with ALS Finding Strength in ALS Advocacy with Podcaster Lorri Carey Aaron Lazar on His ALS Journey and the Impossible Dream   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 Email us at [email protected]   Social Media: Phil Rosenthal @phil.rosenthal; Dr. Bjorn E. Oskarsson @mayoclinic.flneuro Guests: Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

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