Sarah Scott - Teenage Stroke Survivor & Aphasia

Sarah had an unexpected ischemic stroke in May 2009 when she was 18. She now suffers from aphasia, a communication disorder.  She still has problems with numbers, reading and writing, as well as speech.

She is an Ambassador for The Stroke Association in the UK and works to raise awareness of aphasia, which affects millions of people worldwide, about 1/3 of this who suffer a stroke will have aphasia, a communication disorder.


Sarah's video - February 2010

Sarah's video - May 2012

 

Sarah's video - May 2015

Paul Zimmerman's brain is filled with incredible information

 
Paul Zimmerman's brain is filled with incredible information, but that library went blank when he suffered his first stroke in 2008. See the legendary writer who covered football for 55 years try to get back to being the man he was.   

Look for video NFL Films Presents Yours truly Dr. Z

"Stroke in later years" video

“Stroke in later years” feature local stroke survivors sharing first-hand accounts of the challenges they have faced, insights into managing their health and words of wisdom. For those who have recently experienced a stroke, these stories have been found to not only inform and reassure during a difficult time, but also encourage and inspire more effective health management.

Pacific Stroke Association's "Stroke in later years" video

“Stroke in midlife” video

“Stroke in midlife” feature local stroke survivors sharing first-hand accounts of the challenges they have faced, insights into managing their health and words of wisdom. For those who have recently experienced a stroke, these stories have been found to not only inform and reassure during a difficult time, but also encourage and inspire more effective health management.

Pacific Stroke Association's "Stroke in midlife" video

David Dow Story

"Brain Attack is a true story that illustrates the power of never letting life tell you no." ~Dr. Mike Dow, psychotherapist 

David Dow is an award-winning advocate for those suffering from stroke and aphasia.  Find his book at Amazon here

"Stroke survivor leads by example"

This month I am being featured in an article in an advertising supplement for the "Stroke Awareness Foundation". It is being included in the Silicon Valley/San Jose Business Journal. 

For additional information to go to the Stroke Awareness Foundation website. 

Following is the article:

Trish - My Stroke Story

Victory Over Stroke
11th Annual Conference
May 26, 2011 - San Jose, CA.
O'Connor Hospital
Peninsula Stroke Association