Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) and Concussion with Dr Rowena Mobbs

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Welcome to Episode 25 of Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast! Today, we’re honoured to host Dr. Rowena Mobbs, a distinguished cognitive neurologist. Dr. Mobbs serves as the Principal Neurologist at Harbour Neurology Group, Senior Lecturer at Macquarie University, and is the founder/director of the Australian CTE Biobank.

With a stellar career including a PhD and multiple Spine Society of Australia Awards, Dr. Mobbs is at the forefront of cognitive neurology specializing in concussion, CTE, Alzheimer’s, and dementia. Her passion for sports and patient-centered care drives her advocacy for risk mitigation strategies while promoting active participation in beloved sports.

In this episode, we delve into the critical topics of concussion, CTE, dementia, and strategies for disease mitigation. Join us for this enlightening and impactful discussion!

- Introduction/ Preshow

- Dr Rowen Mobbs Background (2:15)

- What Is A Concussion (5:30)

- Sub Concussive Impacts (8:00)

- What is Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) + Signs & Symptoms (10:40)

- Dr Mobbs Clinical Experiences (16:00)

- Probably CTE & Traumatic Encephalopathy Syndrome (TES) (20:15)

- Talking to A Patient About Diagnosis (23:45)

- Concussion Connect and Australian CTE Biobank (26:30)

- Risk in Sport & Guidelines (29:15)

- Difference between CTE related Dementia and Other Dementia’s (31:30)

- Risk Mitigation Regarding Dementia (34:00)

- How to Help (37:30)

Resources/ How to help

Dr Rowena Mobbs Website - https://www.rowena.mobbs.com.au

Australian CTE Bio Bank - https://www.ctebiobank.org

Dementia Australia - https://www.dementia.org.au

Queensland Brain Institute - https://qbi.uq.edu.au