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MS Living Well: Key Info from Multiple Sclerosis Experts

Barry Singer, MD
Multiple Sclerosis
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Barry Singer, MD, Director of The MS Center for Innovations in Care at Missouri Baptist Medical Center, interviews global expert guests about the latest treatments, innovations and tips for people living with multiple sclerosis.

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Artwork for MS Living Well: Key Info from Multiple Sclerosis Experts

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When multiple sclerosis enters a family, it doesn't just change the life of the person diagnosed. It reshapes the daily routines, roles, and futures of the people who love them. A spouse steps into new responsibilities, a child learns to help in ways... more

Employment is about more than a paycheck. It can provide purpose, community, and independence. But MS symptoms like fatigue, cognitive changes, and mobility issues often raise difficult questions about whether to stay in a current job, request accomm... more

MRI scans can reveal far more than just "white spots." New imaging techniques are uncovering hidden inflammation, silent disease activity, and smoldering lesions that may continue damaging the brain even when someone feels stable and routine MRI scan... more

Cognitive changes are a common part of living with multiple sclerosis, but they can be confusing and frustrating. Many people feel like their memory is slipping, when in reality, the challenge is often with accessing information—especially in the mom... more

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Recent Guests

Kenneth Pakenham
Emeritus professor of clinical and health psychology
University of Queensland, Australia
Episode: Caregiving in MS
Dan Shaul
Caregiver to Kim who has MS; former state representative and association director
Missouri Grocers Association; MS Bright Spots of Hope (board)
Episode: Caregiving in MS
Dr. Phillip Rumrill
Red Cedar Distinguished Professor of Counseling and Counselor Education
Michigan State University
Episode: Maintaining Employment with MS and Applying for Disability
Jamie Hall
Disability insurance attorney
Independent practice
Episode: Maintaining Employment with MS and Applying for Disability
Anthony Traboulsee
Professor of Neurology at the University of British Columbia and Director of the Ubc MS MRI Research Group in Vancouver
University of British Columbia
Episode: Beyond White Spots: Rethinking MRI in MS
Frederik Barkhof
Professor of Neuroradiology at Amsterdam UMC and University College London; leading expert in MRI imaging and MS
Amsterdam UMC; University College London
Episode: Beyond White Spots: Rethinking MRI in MS
James Sumowski
Clinical neuropsychologist, associate professor of neurology at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Mount Sinai
Episode: Handling MS: Word-Finding and Memory Strategies
Marissa Barrera
Medical speech language pathologist and MS certified specialist
Yeshiva University
Episode: Handling MS: Word-Finding and Memory Strategies
Dr. Jeff Dunn
Lilly Seraphine Director of Neuroimmunology at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: Reengineering Hope: CAR-T Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis

Hosts

Dr. Barry Singer
Host of MS Living Well; affiliated with The MS Center for Innovations in Care at Missouri Baptist Medical Center.
Dr. Jamie Holloman
Co-host and physician host; focuses on MS management and care strategies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 171 ratings
  • Accessibly understandable experts - very helpful

    Unfortunately, in a doctors office, there is not unlimited time, but with a disease so serious, it is worth spending time accessing disease research. This podcast - that’s is, Dr Singer and his guests — is (are) excellent at bringing the research to a non medically trained audience. I continue to be better informed thanks to it which allows one to be better situated to make decisions about one’s or a loved one’s treatment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhitE1900
    United States2 years ago
  • So informative and helpful!

    Dr. Singer is so knowledgeable and respectful of the guests he has on the show, who are very well chosen and extremely knowledgeable as well. I am really appreciating the information I'm leaving from this podcast!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crystal N.S.
    United States2 years ago
  • Wonderful Information

    I love the podcast!! Thank you, thank you thank you!! I’ve lived with MS for over 18 years. And am so grateful to have found this podcast in the past 6 months! So much good information and very thoughtful questions that make the information easier to grasp and relevant. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ADickson02
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing Resource for Info on MS

    My wife was recently diagnosed with MS and this podcast has fantastic for all the information we are able to learn from it about MS. We have been listening to every episode from the beginning. It has helped answer so many of our questions about the disease. Dr Singers guests are always from the research hospitals and attended some of the most prestigious medical programs in the country and worldwide. This helps put our minds at easy knowing that the info is coming from trusted sources (at a time... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whduevsirogbsd
    United States3 years ago
  • Worth the listen

    Definitely worth the listen. Very informative and interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mswarrior62
    United States3 years ago

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Guests are consistently high-caliber medical researchers and clinicians.
Listeners praise authoritative, accessible MS expertise that translates research for non-experts.
Audience appreciates practical, actionable tips for living with MS and supporting caregivers.

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Caregiving in MS
Q: What does the READY for MS intervention aim to teach, and how is it delivered?
READY for MS teaches six sets of skills that collectively form psychological flexibility, including clarifying values, goal setting, present-moment awareness, diffusion, and acceptance; it can be delivered in group formats and adapted for online use, following Acceptance and Commitment Therapy principles.
Caregiving in MS
Q: A lot of your research on multiple sclerosis in caregivers uses the term invisible patient. Could you tell our audience what that means?
The term refers to young carers who take on substantial responsibilities within the family before MS is formally diagnosed, and to the broader recognition gap where caregiver burdens are not visible to outsiders.
Maintaining Employment with MS and Applying for Disability
Q: How should someone approach applying for disability benefits while still trying to remain employed?
Begin with exploring all accommodations and returns-to-work options, document medical status and functional abilities, and prepare with a disability attorney to gather solid medical opinions and evidence before filing; avoid filing too early to maximize chances at appeal levels.
Maintaining Employment with MS and Applying for Disability
Q: What factors make it more likely for someone with MS to stay employed over the long term?
Flexibility in scheduling, the ability to work from home, strong employer commitment to inclusion, and access to accommodations that fit the individual's symptom profile were repeatedly cited as key factors that help people stay in their jobs longer.
Beyond White Spots: Rethinking MRI in MS
Q: Can someone have MS with a normal brain MRI, and how is that scenario handled?
While possible, a normal brain MRI should prompt consideration of other etiologies and continued clinical monitoring, including spinal imaging and possibly other tests until a broader evidence base supports MS.

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A clinically focused show that brings together neurologists, researchers, and care professionals to discuss the latest in multiple sclerosis treatment, imaging, cognition, and daily living strategies. Episodes mix expert insights on emerging therapies, diagnostic advances, and practical guidance for patients and families, with caregiver perspectives and legal/advocacy considerations. A distinguishing trait is the consistent involvement of leading MS researchers and clinicians, often paired with real-world implications and patient-oriented tips, making complex science accessible for a broad audience.

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1. Living Well with Multiple Sclerosis
2. RealTalk MS
3. MeSsy with Christina Applegate & Jamie Lynn Sigler
4. The MS Trust podcast
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1. Kenneth Pakenham
2. Dan Shaul
3. Dr. Phillip Rumrill
4. Jamie Hall
5. Anthony Traboulsee
6. Frederik Barkhof
7. James Sumowski
8. Marissa Barrera

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