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Connections: Dr. Bradford Berk on his new book, "Getting Your Brain & Body Back"

We're joined by Dr. Bradford C. Berk to discuss his new book, "Getting Your Brain and Body Back: Everything You Need to Know after Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke, or Traumatic Brain Injury." Dr. Berk was permanently paralyzed after a biking accident in 2009. He was back to work as CEO of the University of Rochester Medical Center one year later.

In his book, Dr. Berk provides advice regarding medical care, mental health treatment, and technology to aid in recovery. He joins us for the hour to share his message and his research. Our guest:

  • Bradford C. Berk, M.D., Ph.D., board certified cardiologist; Distinguished University professor in medicine, neurology, pathology, pharmacology & physiology, and physical medicine & rehabilitation; founder and director of the University of Rochester Neurorestoration Institute; and author of “Getting Your Brain & Body Back”

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Evan Dawson is the host of "Connections with Evan Dawson." He joined WXXI in January 2014 after working at 13WHAM-TV, where he served as morning news anchor. He was hired as a reporter for 13WHAM-TV in 2003 before being promoted to anchor in 2007.
Megan Mack is the executive producer of "Connections with Evan Dawson" and live/televised engagement programming.