We are a non-profit research and philanthropy foundation.

 
 
 
 

Our Mission

To improve the lives of those suffering from neurological disorders through the advancement of research, innovation, and education.

 

Our Vision

To research technologies for cognitive and functional neurological enhancement, promote innovative methods for optimal brain health, and educate the community as well as the next generation of scientists and clinicians.

 

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"In addition to all of its amazing functions - including movement & sensation - the brain rewrites our destiny on a daily basis."

- Dr. Amir Vokshoor

 

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WE ARE ONLY 3 DAYS AWAY from #fundaMentalBeauty coming up this Saturday on Oct. 13, 2018 at the South Park Center!! If you haven’t already, you can still purchase your pre-sale tickets on our website inifoundation.org/2018-gala-tickets We are very excited to announce our INCREDIBLE talent this year. ——— *KEYNOTE SPEAKER* Dr. Don Vaughn @drdonvaughn is an academic neuroscientist, futurist, international public speaker, and consultant. ——— *EMCEE* Aashna @aashnadotcom has hosted and produced for red carpets and numerous entertainment, lifestyle, food and travel programs. ——— *ENTERTAINMENT* Firestorm @firestormtalent is a talent agency representing world class extreme athletes, artists, cirque performers, and everything in between. Come join us and learn more out INI’s work, mission, and vision as we celebrate our 10th annual #gala. ... ... ... #instituteofneuroinnovation #inifoundation #research #innovation #education #philanthropy #nonprofit #beauty #brain #firestormtalent #vr #raffle #prizes #gala
Please join us at our 10th annual gala, #fundaMentalBeauty on Saturday, October 13 at @southparkcenter in #DTLA ! This year, our speaker is the multi-talented Dr. Don Vaughn @drdonvaughn (neuroscientist, futurist, international public speaker, consultant, drummer and DJ!) who will be sharing about his research and reading and writing to the brain! We would love to see you all there! ⭐️ Entertainment for the evening by Firestorm Talent @firestormtalent ⭐️ Hors d’oeuvres and Open Bar ⭐️ Raffle and prizes Tickets available: https://inifoundation.org/2018-gala-tickets #inifoundation #instituteofneuroinnovation fundaMentalBeauty #gala #nonprofit #support #donate #fundraiser #innovation #neuroscience #research #ini #southparkcenter #raffle #firestormtalent
Meditation and the Mind with Eben Oroz @ebenoroz is coming up in TWO DAYS! Saturday 8/18/18 from 10am - 12pm at DEN meditation on La Brea. There is no better way to start your weekend than with some #mindfulness and #meditation. The event is #FREE! But we appreciate your donations which go to supporting research and philanthropic efforts. Please RSVP with the ticket link in the bio. #instituteofneuroinnovation #mentalhealth #research #innovation #education #guidedmeditation #santamonica #losangeles #events #awareness #brainhealth #consciousness
Join INI for our August meditation event! We encourage all to participate - both the experienced and the curious! EVENT DETAILS: Saturday Aug 18th from 10am-12pm at DEN Meditation in the Annex room. REGISTER HERE: tinyurl.com/inimeditation This event will be led by @ebenoroz Eben Oroz, who will first give a talk on how meditation affects the neurology of the brain and then lead a discussion on defining and utilizing consciousness. Eben will then guide a meditation session focusing on internal awareness and connecting with oneself. Suggested donation is $15. All proceeds go towards creating events such as these, and towards continued research for those suffering from neurological disorders. INI's purpose is to improve lives by spreading the awareness of mindfulness and the connection with oneself within the community. Come learn more and join our discussion about scientifically proven methods for optimal brain health. #inifoundation #instituteofneuroinnovation #meditation #mind #mentalhealth #awareness #neurology #research #innovation #education #outreach #sage
Back by popular request! Come celebrate the summer by joining Institute of Neuro Innovation (INI) for a special Brain Massage meditation event lead by Peter Oppermann @futureself.now at Unplug Meditation! Brain Massage is a cutting-edge meditation experience designed to help you reach deeper states of relaxation and meditation. Peter’s gentle guided visualizations take you on a deep inward journey and are brought to you via modern wireless headset technology. The class features MindTravel musical compositions and binaural beats which are based on extensive neurological research to enhance the experience. PURPOSE: INI's purpose is to improve lives by spreading the awareness of mindfulness and the connection with oneself within the community. Come learn more and join our discussion about scientifically proven methods for optimal brain health. Space is limited to 25 people, reserve your ticket today! Suggested Donation: $20 SIGN UP HERE: https://tinyurl.com/inibrain #instituteofneuroinnovation #ini #outreach #mediation #unplug #binauralbeats #brainmassage #mindfulness #awareness #connection #research #innovation #education #brainhealth #healthymind
Trying out the VITOM®️3D exoscope from Karl Storz! Two cameras capture and display images in 3D, allowing the surgeon to view images on a screen instead of being fixed to the eyepiece on a microscope. This allows for better ergonomics in the OR, helping spine surgeons maintain their spine health! #ini #instituteofneuroinnovation #innovation #3D #VITOM #threedimensional #microscope #exoscope #karlstorz #spine #spinesurgery #ergonomics #technology #healthyspine #neurosurgery #neuroscience #optics #visualization #demo
INI intern feature with Annie Rahman. “My internship with the Institute of Neuro Innovation was the most humbling, rewarding, and interesting experiences I have ever had. I shadowed Dr. Vokshoor for a week in a clinical setting and in the operating room. We went to three different clinic locations, and I had the opportunity to scribe for Dr. Vokshoor in all three clinics. I learned so much about the brain and spine and how they function together while scribing. It was truly an exciting experience. I also had the amazing opportunity to scrub in on two spine surgeries, which was the best experience of my life. I have never been exposed to the OR setting before, so seeing that for the first time solidified my love for surgery. Dr. Vokshoor is very knowledgeable, compassionate and easy to talk to, and is willing to teach you and make sure you are involved in his practice as much as possible. I am so grateful for this experience and I would highly recommend this to anyone who has a true love for medicine, especially neuroscience. Thank you Dr. Vokshoor and the INI team!” . For more information about our internship program, please send emails and inquiries to admin@inifoundation.org or visit our website inifoundation.org (link in bio). . #ini #instituteofneuroinnovation #inifoundation #internship #shadowing #neurosurgeon #medschool #medstudent #research #innovation #education #nonprofit #outreach #opportunitites
Happy Earth Day! 🌎 Our world is full of wonders! Convergent design in plants and humans. These look like cross sections of the spinal cord! #earthday #happyearthday #ini #instituteofneuroinnovation #research #education #innovation #plants #spinalcord #spinalcordcrosssection
The first robot assisted surgery in Los Angeles and 1 of 7 surgeons in all of CA who use this technology! Using a specialized CT to reconstruct a 3D rendering of the patients spine, the Mazor X robot guides the placement of screws intra-op. 1. The robot is calibrating its 3 dimensional position in space in relation to the patients body. 2. The robot is temporarily fixed to the patient's spinous process to account for any movement of the spine. 3. The arm repositions from one pedicle to the next to guide subsequent screw placement. @drvokshoor #inifoundation #ini #innovation #spinesurgery #neurosurgery #neurosurgeon #robot #robots #robotics #CT #rodsandscrews #mazor #mazorx #renaissance #medtronic #losangeles #westhills
INI Intern Feature from Sara Rashidi @sarashidi_ "Majoring in Psychobiology during my undergraduate years at UCLA and being involved in several neuroscience labs both locally and globally have always sparked my passion in the field of neurological sciences and the art of neurosurgery. After spending a valuable time with Dr. Vokshoor, I did not only learn about the different sub-specialties in neurosurgery, but I also had the incredible opportunity to observe a holistic approach that a neurosurgeon -like Dr. Vokshoor- can take to treat his patients. As a potential future neurosurgeon, he has inspired me to not only look for the physical pain in my patients, but also investigate their mental well-being for a much better and smoother operation results and post recovery satisfaction. I am looking forward to getting more involved with INI by establishing new research projects and collaborating with other physicians that ultimately share a common value of deep and precise patient care." . . For more information on our internship program, please send emails and inquiries to admin@inifoundation.org or visit our website at inifoundation.org. . #ini #instituteofneuroinnovation #inifoundation #internship #shadowing #neurosurgeon #medschool #medstudent #research #nonprofit #philanthropy #education #outreach #opportunities
INI Intern Feature from Joshua Soler! @ricosuave17 "This experience has not only 100% reinforced my decision to be a healthcare practitioner, it has shed light on all that one as a surgeon and independent practitioner can do. From research to "brain spas," I was able to scribe along side Dr. Vokshoor and see his passion through his interactions with his patients. Dr. Vokshoor's unique patient interaction experience and breadth of knowledge one obtains was the cherry on top of working in various clinics and surgical rotations. Dr. Vokshoor's atypical expression as a neurosurgeon and "mentor" shaped an inspiring week. " . . For more information on our internship program, please send emails and inquiries to admin@inifoundation.org or visit our website at inifoundation.org. . . #ini #instituteofneuroinnovation #inifoundation #internship #shadowing #neurosurgeon #medschool #medstudent #research #nonprofit #philanthropy #education #outreach #opportunities
The print is out in CSQ Winter 2018! "Why is Neuroscience Important to Everyday Life?" -Amir Vokshoor, MD @drvokshoor Debunking a crucial field of health and science as society moves forward with technological advances including AR & VR . . @c_suite_quarterly @csuitequarterly #ini #instituteofneuroinnovation #research #nonprofit #neuroscience #virtualreality #augmentedreality #cognitivereserve