In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by songwriter, storyteller, and multi-instrumentalist Greta Morgan. Greta shares her journey being diagnosed with spasmodic dysphonia and how it has changed every aspect of her life, leading her to write her memoir, The Lost Voice. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Brent Richardson, board certified Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose, and Throat physician) with a specialty in Laryngology at The Bastian Voice Institute. Dr. Richardson explains what spasmodic dysphonia is, how it’s diagnosed and treated, and different factors that may affect each person’s experience with the condition.
This episode features music from throughout Greta Morgan’s musical career. To hear more, visit https://www.gretamorganmusic.com/.
Additional Resources
Remaining Positive After a Spasmodic Dysphonia Diagnosis
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