Uploaded September 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
In this episode, Dr. Kevin Bickart joins our host Julia Manning for a special installment of Invisible Impact. For Concussion Awareness Month, we’re talking all things concussion, PCS/PPCS, recovery, and more. Dr. Bickart is a neurologist and neuroscientist specializing in sport and behavioral neurology at UCLA Steve Tisch BrainSPORT and Neurobehavior Programs.
👤 About the guest:
Kevin Bickart is an Assistant Professor in Neurology specializing in sports and behavioral neurology as part of UCLA’s BrainSPORT, Easton, Neurobehavior, and Operation Mend programs. He completed his MD/PhD in anatomy and neurobiology from Boston University School of Medicine, post-doc at Northeastern and Harvard Universities, residency in neurology at Stanford, and dual fellowship in behavioral and sports neurology at UCLA. He is double board certified in Brain Injury Medicine and Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry. Dr. Bickart was the first to identify neuroimaging correlates of social network size in humans, among his other findings published in high impact journals, such as Nature Neuroscience and The Journal of Neuroscience. Dr. Bickart’s current research focuses on mapping and modulating brain circuits to promote overall brain health and personalized recovery from chronic neurological symptoms. He runs the Bickart Lab, co-hosts The Better Brain Podcast, and directs the student-led Brain Health Project all dedicated to educating bright minds and maintaining a commitment to the community.
Connect with Dr. Bickart
Instagram: @kevinbickart
📞 Need support after a concussion?
If you or a loved one is struggling after a concussion or living with post-concussion syndrome, you're not alone. The Concussion & CTE Foundation offers free resources and support through the Concussion & CTE Foundation HelpLine.
Visit ConcussionAndCTE.org/HelpLine to connect with a dedicated team member who can guide you to resources, medical referrals, and peer support tailored to your needs.
💬 Connect with us
Instagram: @concussionandcte
Website: ConcussionAndCTE.org
⭐ Enjoyed the episode?
If this conversation resonated with you, please consider leaving a review and sharing it with someone who might benefit. Your support helps us reach more people navigating life after brain injury.
In this episode, Dr. Kevin Bickart joins our host Julia Manning for a special installment of Invisible Impact. For Concussion Awareness Month, we’re talking all things concussion, PCS/PPCS, recovery, and more. Dr. Bickart is a neurologist and neuroscientist specializing in sport and behavioral neurology at UCLA Steve Tisch BrainSPORT and Neurobehavior Programs.
👤 About the guest:
Kevin Bickart is an Assistant Professor in Neurology specializing in sports and behavioral neurology as part of UCLA’s BrainSPORT, Easton, Neurobehavior, and Operation Mend programs. He completed his MD/PhD in anatomy and neurobiology from Boston University School of Medicine, post-doc at Northeastern and Harvard Universities, residency in neurology at Stanford, and dual fellowship in behavioral and sports neurology at UCLA. He is double board certified in Brain Injury Medicine and Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry. Dr. Bickart was the first to identify neuroimaging correlates of social network size in humans, among his other findings published in high impact journals, such as Nature Neuroscience and The Journal of Neuroscience. Dr. Bickart’s current research focuses on mapping and modulating brain circuits to promote overall brain health and personalized recovery from chronic neurological symptoms. He runs the Bickart Lab, co-hosts The Better Brain Podcast, and directs the student-led Brain Health Project all dedicated to educating bright minds and maintaining a commitment to the community.
Connect with Dr. Bickart
Instagram: @kevinbickart
📞 Need support after a concussion?
If you or a loved one is struggling after a concussion or living with post-concussion syndrome, you're not alone. The Concussion & CTE Foundation offers free resources and support through the Concussion & CTE Foundation HelpLine.
Visit ConcussionAndCTE.org/HelpLine to connect with a dedicated team member who can guide you to resources, medical referrals, and peer support tailored to your needs.
💬 Connect with us
Instagram: @concussionandcte
Website: ConcussionAndCTE.org
⭐ Enjoyed the episode?
If this conversation resonated with you, please consider leaving a review and sharing it with someone who might benefit. Your support helps us reach more people navigating life after brain injury.
