MN Brain Solutions: Building Healthier Brains

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Let me introduce myself

My Mission

I educate healthcare workers and the general public about neurological conditions (with a focus on brain injury) and how to experience life more fully if you experience neurological difficulties

My Experience

I have helped countless patients in my role as Nurse Practitioner in Neurology since 2012, and a variety of roles as Registered Nurse since 2002. I have been certified in neuroscience care, have given lectures at local and state conferences, and am passionate about helping others live their best lives.

Even more, I have experienced healthcare from the patient's perspective, having migraines since my teens, and currently still recovering from a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). I live life on both sides of the stethoscope.

How can I help you?

Grab a copy of one of my books (links below) to help yourself or someone you know who suffers from migraines or is recovering from a TBI.

Need a podcast guest or presentation? I can speak about tips for reduction of migraines or decreasing stroke risk, as well as what it's like to be a provider receiving TBI care, the recovery process or the pitfalls in the health system that I've identified, and the importance of a strong support system to help you get through some of the toughest diagnoses.

If you are located in Minnesota, I am accepting new concussion/TBI patients at Minneapolis Clinic of Neurology in Coon Rapids.

Products

Book cover titled 'Welcome back: A TBI recovery story' by Mandi Dickey.

After 24 years in healthcare, one fateful evening transformed Mandi from practitioner to patient. A motor vehicle accident left her with a significant traumatic brain injury that has taken her much longer than expected to recover from. Follow along as she shares her journey back from her worst day through the first year.

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Book cover titled 'Migraine Help from a Unicorn Nurse Practitioner' by Mandi Counters, NP.

Imagine you're sitting next to Mandi asking her questions about migraines - what are they, how do you treat them with traditional and nontraditional techniques, and what's the risk of not treating them? She answers in conversational style, as well as answering, 'just what is a Unicorn Nurse Practitioner?'

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