Patient Education

We're here to help explain everything you need to know about your neurological condition and care. Explore a wealth of videos, downloadable guides and other resources designed to educate and inform you and your family.

How the Brain Works: The Brain Explained: Brain Tumors
Being diagnosed with a brain tumor doesn’t automatically mean you have cancer. Learn about the different symptoms and signs of brain tumors and why you should take action.
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The Brain Explained: Parts of the Brain
Watch this video to learn about the different parts of the brain and how they all work together to help us stay on track.
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Recognizing the Signs of a Stroke and Taking Action: B.E. F.A.S.T. – Stroke signs and risk factors
Strokes happen unexpectedly, and even though they could happen to anyone, there are some risk factors that can affect the chances of having a stroke. Watch this video to learn more about it and to know the signs of a stroke.
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Stroke – B.E. F.A.S.T.
If you suspect that you or someone you know may be at risk for a stroke, this two-page guide will help you understand what specific signs to look for and what steps to take next.
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Women – B.E. F.A.S.T.
Strokes happen unexpectedly, and could happen to anyone. Learn about the unique stroke risk factors that affect women and how you can recognize if a stroke is happening.
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Derrame Cerebral – Conoce los síntomas
Si sospechas que tú o un ser querido puede estar en riesgo de sufrir un derrame cerebral, esta guía te ayudará a entender los síntomas que debes tener en cuenta y los pasos que debes seguir.
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Understanding Your Condition: Acoustic Neuroma
Download our brochure to learn more about this brain tumor, including the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.
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Epworth Sleepiness Scale Test
The following survey can help determine if you could benefit from a sleep study that will provide your doctor with important information on your condition.
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Magnetoencephalography (MEG) Education Guide
Magnetoencephalography (MEG) is a noninvasive, neurodiagnostic test that creates a “roadmap” of brain function and is used to facilitate treatment planning for epilepsy, brain tumors and other neurologic conditions.
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Managing Multiple System Atrophy
Education and support are an important part of living with multiple system atrophy. A team approach to management of the disease is the best way to optimize your health.
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Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) Education
Within the AdventHealth Neuroscience Institute network, we have developed a program specifically designed to evaluate the possible diagnosis and treatment of NPH.
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Stroke Education Guide
From understanding the risk factors and signs to finding support groups, our in-depth guide is designed to help you feel informed about anything and everything related to having a stroke.
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Stroke Risk Guide
Are you or a loved one at risk for a stroke? This guide outlines specific risk factors, tips to help reduce your risk, a blood pressure tracker and more.
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Guía de Riesgo de Accidente Cerebrovascular – Español
¿Tú o un ser querido están en riesgo de sufrir un accidente cerebrovascular? Esta guía detalla factores de riesgo específicos, consejos para ayudar a reducir tu riesgo, un rastreador de presión arterial y más.
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T.R.A.P. - Know the Signs of Parkinson's Disease
If you suspect that you or someone you know may have Parkinson’s disease, this two-page guide will help you understand what specific signs to look for and what steps to take next.
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Trigeminal Neuralgia Patient Education
We are at the forefront of neurological medicine, providing innovative options to treat trigeminal neuralgia, a rare neuropathic disorder. Learn more about this often misdiagnosed condition.
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Women and Stroke: Understand Your Risk
Women are at a higher risk of stroke than men. Understanding the basic risk factors for stroke is the best way to empower yourself and take control of your health. Learn how to prevent it and B.E. F.A.S.T.
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Preparing for Your Procedure: Brain Port Brain Surgery
Know what to expect with this quick video, which clearly explains and illustrates this minimally invasive procedure in less than two minutes.
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Computed Tomography (CT) Scans: What to Expect
Grab this simple, one-page guide that explains what to expect and how to prepare for your next CT scan.
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Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery
Know what to expect with this quick video, which clearly explains and illustrates this minimally invasive surgical procedure in less than two minutes.
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Endoscopic Microvascular Decompression
Know what to expect with this quick video, which clearly explains and illustrates this minimally invasive surgical procedure in less than two minutes.
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Gamma Knife® Brochure (Central Florida Patients)
Gamma Knife is a revolutionary, noninvasive surgical instrument that precisely focuses radiation beams on specific areas of the brain to address malignant and nonmalignant tumors. Explore the reasons why it's considered the gold standard of patient care for radiosurgery.
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Gamma Knife® Patient Education Guide (Central Florida Patients)
Explore Gamma Knife® technology in detail with this five-page guide that explains what to expect and how to prepare for your procedure.
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How It Works: Gamma Knife® (Central Florida Patients)
Learn more about Gamma Knife® technology in detail with this video that explains what to expect and how to prepare for your procedure.
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Kyphoplasty: What to Expect
This one-page guide explains what this minimally invasive procedure is. In the guide, you will learn more about what to expect before, during and after the procedure.
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Lumbar Puncture: What to Expect
Grab this simple, two-page guide that explains what to expect and how to prepare for a lumbar puncture.
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): What to Expect
Grab this simple, one-page guide that explains what to expect and how to prepare for your next MRI exam.
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Myelogram: What to Expect
Grab this simple, two-page guide that explains what to expect and how to prepare for a myelogram.
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Robots Aren't Scary
If you have questions about robotic-assisted surgery, this video provides a quick and simple explanation of this type of minimally invasive surgery.
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Spine Pre-Surgical Class
We invite you to review our free pre-surgical education class to better prepare you for your upcoming procedure, discharge and recovery. This class is mandatory for any patient with a scheduled surgery. Once you finish reviewing the content, please contact your spine care coordinator.
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Spine Pre-Surgical Virtual Class
In this video, AdventHealth's Spine Center team walks you through the entire surgical experience from pre-op to preparing your home for your recovery.
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Spine Surgery Guidebook (Central Florida Patients)
This is designed to educate you and your family about what to expect throughout your surgical experience. It's designed to prepare you for what’s ahead and provide some steps that can be taken before and after surgery to improve your odds for a successful recovery.
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Vertebroplasty: What to Expect
Learn more about this minimally invasive procedure that is designed to stabilize a compression fracture in the spine. This one-page guide explains what to expect before, during and after the procedure.
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Advanced Treatments and Technology: Find hope and healing here. Our network is home to some of the latest neurological treatments and technology available today, all of which are designed for your faster recovery. Since not all treatments and technologies are offered at all of our locations, ask your care team which options are available near you.
Deep Brain Stimulation Therapy Guidebook (Central Florida Patients)
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a therapy that can improve the quality of life for people with movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor and dystonia.
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ExcelsiusGPS™ Robotic Spine Surgery (Central Florida Patients)
ExcelsiusGPS is a new, leading-edge robotic technology designed to enhance the safety and accuracy of minimally invasive spine surgery. Download our brochure to learn more.
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Mazor X Stealth Robotic Spine Surgery (Central Florida Patients)
The Mazor X Stealth is a new robotic technology that provides safer and more accurate spine surgery. Download our brochure to learn more about this leading-edge technology.
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Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery Program Overview and Treatment Options Guide (Central Florida Patients)
Our minimally invasive brain surgery program features a multidisciplinary team of providers who work together to deliver excellent patient care and outcomes.
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Sleep Centers (Central Florida Patients)
Download our brochure to learn more about the AdventHealth Center for Sleep Disorders.
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The Spine Center (Central Florida Patients)
The AdventHealth Spine Center has assembled an experienced team of spine care specialists to provide patients with the most advanced treatment options available.
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The NeuroPace® RNS System (Central Florida Patients)
The NeuroPace RNS system is the world’s first and only closed-loop brain-responsive neurostimulator, designed to prevent epileptic seizures. Download our guide to learn more.
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Caring for Yourself and Your Loved Ones: A world of support is here for you within the AdventHealth Neuroscience Institute network. Talk with your care team about which of these options are currently available at our institute locations near you.
Community Resources for Seniors
Download our guide for more information regarding community resources for both patients and caregivers.
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10 Ways to Deal With Caregiver Stress
Helping to care for an ailing loved one takes a steep emotional toll. One study found that as many as 1 in 3 caregivers rate their stress level as high, and half say they have less time to spend with family and friends.
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Advanced Care Planning
If you or your loved one is experiencing memory loss, now is the time to consider planning for future health care. Download our guide on advanced care planning to learn more.
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Advance Directives
Advance directives are the documents that are used in advanced care planning. Each document has a distinct purpose. Directives provide instructions regarding medical care and designate someone, known as a “proxy” or “surrogate,” who is empowered to make decisions for a person who is unable to make decisions regarding their health care.
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Caregiver Support
Our caregiver support services are designed to address the unique needs of caregivers, offering physical, mental and spiritual support.
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Communication
Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias can gradually diminish a person’s ability to communicate. The ability to exchange our ideas, wishes and feelings is a basic need.
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Living With Memory Loss
Coping with memory loss and adapting to changes in cognitive abilities, such as thinking, remembering and learning, can be a time of sadness and frustration for both the person affected and their family and friends. Download our guide to learn helpful strategies for living with memory loss.
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Private Duty Home Care
Private Duty Home Care services provide individualized personal care in the privacy of your home (or in an assisted living facility). In some cases, private duty home care services are needed after Medicare home health or covered services have been exhausted.
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Strategies to Help Relieve Anxiety
To increase emotional comfort, it’s imperative to practice reassuring and realistic self-talk. Affirmations are a good way to silence the self-critical voice we all carry with us.
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The Outlook Clinic
The Outlook Clinic offers specialized mental health services for Central Florida’s uninsured residents.
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