By Joseph Maroon, MD, FACS One of the most important things people learn early on in life is Nothing is Free! Everything we do, become or want has a cost. In my latest book, Square One: A Simple Guide to a Balanced Life, I reveal the terrible cost I paid trying to have it all […]
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RSS feed for this sectionSteelers Announce Funding for Chuck Noll Concussion Foundation
November 17, 2016 The Pittsburgh Steelers team announced today the establishment of The Chuck Noll Foundation for Brain Injury Research. As a way to honor the Steelers legendary coach, The Foundation will support continued research and education regarding brain injuries and treatment of sports-related concussions. The Steelers organization has provided an initial contribution of $1 […]
New Fish Oil Book by Dr Maroon is Now Available
November 1, 2016 – Updated Fish Oil Book now Available FREE HERE In their latest book, Dr. Joseph Maroon and Jeff Bost PAC discuss how fish oil’s universal actions and benefits make it one of the best choices for all Americans to influence their health for the better. Taking fish oil as a supplement or […]
Dr Maroon Participates in Red Bull Sports Performance Conference
September 15, 2016 In addition to being a world renowned neurosurgeon, Dr Joseph Maroon is also a ranked Ironman triathlete who recently took first place at the 70.5 Muncie, IN Ironman. Dr. Maroon presented today on his experiences as both a neurosurgeon and triathlete at the first inaugural sports performance workshop hosted by Red Bull […]
ImPACT Neurocognitive Test Obtains FDA Approval
August 22, 2016 – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been expanding the type and scope of medical related items that fall under its supervision. Several years ago they indicated that neuropsychological tests, including the well established and scientifically validated ImPACT Test (The Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Test), would also be eligible for FDA […]
New Study Shows Omega-3 Even Better for Heart Healing
August 1, 2016, The American Heart Association’s journal Circulation released an article this week that should be a wake up call to thousands of doctors and cardiologists across the country on the benefits of fish oil. Researchers reported in the journal the results of a study of almost 400 patients who had a recent heart attack. About […]
Dr Joseph Maroon Places First at Muncie Ironman and Stresses the Importance of Training and Nutrition
July 9, 2016, Muncie IN. Dr Joseph Maroon has again placed first in his division at the 2016 70.3 Ironman race in Muncie, IN this weekend. In temperatures exceeding 90 degree Dr Maroon conquered the 1.2 mile open water swim, 56 mile bike and 13.1 mile run to take first place. Dr Maroon has completed […]
Dr Maroon Discusses Late-life Renewal
Monday, June 27, 2016 – Tribune Review As part of an ongoing series, Dr Joseph Maroon’s most recent article to appear in the Tribune Review is entitled, “Late-life renewal can reward those who do ‘right thing’ at the right time“. This very personal discussion provides insight on how important it is to continue to strive […]
Dr Maroon Awarded Lifetime Leadership Award for Concussion Research
June 11, 2016 – Drs Joseph Maroon, Julian Bailes and Mark Lovell were awarded the Lifetime Leadership Award for Concussion Research at the Emerging Frontiers in Concussion Conference held this weekend by the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. The annual concussion conference, entitled: Targeted Evaluation and Active Management (TEAM): An Evidence-Based Approach brings together world leaders in concussion research […]
Free Concussion and Brain Health Lecture by Dr Maroon on June 16 2016
What You Need to Know About Concussions: From Athletes to Older Adults FREE Lecture on The Latest Science on Brain Trauma as we Age and What You can Do to Keep Healthy Presented By Dr Joseph Maroon The brain is the most complex organ in the body. Everything we eat, do, think or exposed to […]