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November 6, 2019 by Angela

You Help Change the Future of Concussion Treatment

Thanks to your support, adults living with the effects of a Concussion are helped by innovative services not available anywhere else in our area; services that are gaining recognition as a model program.

According to the World Health Organization and the Center for Disease Control, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a major cause of death and disability around the world. Concussion, also known as Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI), is considered an epidemic in the United States.

It was once believed that people who sustained a Concussion would typically recover fully in a few months. Research now shows over 50% of people who sustain even just one Concussion may experience significant long-term effects for a year or longer.

Globally, health practitioners, who themselves may have limited familiarity with these conditions, are often faced with a lack of resources to aid clients in their recovery.


A Concussion is a significant medical problem that can result in lasting effects that are not at all ‘mild.’ It’s important to have a place like Schurig Center that offers continued education and support at affordable rates to help those who are experiencing longer-term side effects of a Concussion. – Dr. James Wilson, PhD

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Dr. Jim Wilson, PhD

33% of Schurig Center’s clients are adults with post-concussive syndrome.

With the expert guidance of neuropsychologist and concussion specialist Dr. James Wilson, Schurig Center has designed and implemented specialized services to meet the unique needs of these people.

Schurig’s Post-Concussion Education and Support Group, facilitated by Dr. Wilson, fills gaps in care by providing accurate information about Concussion and directing clients to suitable sources of care. The group also addresses the altered sense of self, a psychological reaction that is common among Concussion survivors.

We are pleased to share that the group’s outcomes show significant improvement in clients’ ability to cope with the long-term cognitive, behavioral, and psychological effects that often impact their work, family, and personal lives.

In recognition of the group’s innovation and positive outcomes, Dr. Wilson was invited to share the findings as a keynote speaker at the 4th International Conference on Clinical and Counseling Psychology this past August in Tokyo. Locally, he also spoke at MarinHealth Medical Center’s Trauma Symposium in October.

Filed Under: A Day at the Center, Blog, Concussion, In the News, Schurig Center in the News, Staff & Board of Directors, Thank You Community Supporters Tagged With: brain injury recovery, concussion, Dr. Jim Wilson, post-concussive syndrome, treatment

November 22, 2017 by Angela

Stroke: Symptoms & Recovery

Photos of Rona Renner, Patricia Gill & Dr. Diane Barnes“About Health with Nurse Rona Renner” on KPFA 94.1
A stroke happens every 40 seconds in the U.S. and is the fifth leading cause of death, killing about 140,000 Americans each year.

Recovery from a stroke is a life long process, and there are many people, like Nurse Rona Renner’s guests, Dr. Diane Barnes and Patricia Gill, Schurig Center’s Executive Director, who have stories to offer of hope and recovery.

(Original air date: November 20, 2017)

https://schurigcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/20171120-Mon1400.mp3

Filed Under: Community Education, Schurig Center in the News, Stroke Tagged With: brain injury recovery, Dr. Diane Barnes, KPFA, my stroke of luck, Nurse Rona Renner, recovery, Schurig Center for Brain Injury Recovery, stroke, symptoms

September 30, 2016 by Angela

Patricia Gill on KWMR Radio

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KWMR West Marin Community Radio

Schurig Center’s Executive Director Patricia Gill was recently featured on KWMR West Marin Community Radio’s talk show “Pieces of Peace.”

Patricia and host Susan Santiago chatted about brain injury recovery and the programs offered at Schurig Center.

https://schurigcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/KWMR-Patricia-Gill-Interview-092916.mp3

Filed Under: Schurig Center in the News Tagged With: Bay Area, brain injury recovery, kwmr, Marin, patricia gill, radio, Schurig Center for Brain Injury Recovery, Sonoma, west marin community radio

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