What really happens when the brain is injured—and why do so many cases go unseen? In this premiere episode of Unseen Impact with Rory Pendergast, Rory sits down with quadruple board-certified neurologist Dr. Amir Bahreman to break down the complexities of traumatic brain injuries (TBI). They explore how even a “mild” TBI—often caused by common events like rear-end collisions—can lead to long-term cognitive, emotional, and psychological challenges. Dr. Bahreman explains why brain injuries are frequently missed in ER settings, how chemical imbalances (not visible on scans) play a critical role, and why early diagnosis and documentation are key.

Whether you’re a victim, caregiver, or just curious about this misunderstood injury, this episode is a powerful resource. Learn what symptoms to watch for in the first 72 hours, how pre-existing conditions like anxiety or ADHD can affect recovery, and what steps you can take to protect your rights and your health. Unseen Impact is presented by Rory Law Firm. To connect, visit RoryLaw.com.

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Here are some key moments from this episode:

00:00:00 – What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury?

00:01:16 – Meet Dr. Amir Bahreman: Quadruple Board Certified

00:04:14 – Brain Injuries: The Invisible Epidemic

00:05:26 – Why ‘Mild’ Traumatic Brain Injury Is a Misnomer

00:10:17 – Why Emergency Rooms Often Miss TBIs

00:16:30 – The Science Behind Whiplash Brain Injuries

00:22:47 – Pre-Existing Conditions That Worsen TBIs

00:28:15 – The Full Spectrum of TBI Symptoms

00:30:17 – What TBI Recovery Looks Like

00:37:25 – What Patients Should Bring to a Neurologist

 

What really happens when the brain is injured&mdash;and why do so many cases go unseen? In this premiere episode of Unseen Impact with Rory Pendergast, Rory sits down with quadruple board-certified neurologist Dr. Amir Bahreman to break down the complexities of traumatic brain injuries (TBI). They explore how even a &ldquo;mild&rdquo; TBI&mdash;often caused by common events like rear-end collisions&mdash;can lead to long-term cognitive, emotional, and psychological challenges. Dr. Bahreman explains why brain injuries are frequently missed in ER settings, how chemical imbalances (not visible on scans) play a critical role, and why early diagnosis and documentation are key.
Whether you&rsquo;re a victim, caregiver, or just curious about this misunderstood injury, this episode is a powerful resource. Learn what symptoms to watch for in the first 72 hours, how pre-existing conditions like anxiety or ADHD can affect recovery, and what steps you can take to protect your rights and your health. Unseen Impact is presented by Rory Law Firm. To connect, visit <a href="https://www.rorylaw.com/">RoryLaw.com</a>.
Be sure to follow and subscribe at <a href="https://olasmedia.com/">olasmedia.com</a>
Here are some key moments from this episode:
00:00:00 &ndash; What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury?
00:01:16 &ndash; Meet Dr. Amir Bahreman: Quadruple Board Certified
00:04:14 &ndash; Brain Injuries: The Invisible Epidemic
00:05:26 &ndash; Why &lsquo;Mild&rsquo; Traumatic Brain Injury Is a Misnomer
00:10:17 &ndash; Why Emergency Rooms Often Miss TBIs
00:16:30 &ndash; The Science Behind Whiplash Brain Injuries
00:22:47 &ndash; Pre-Existing Conditions That Worsen TBIs
00:28:15 &ndash; The Full Spectrum of TBI Symptoms
00:30:17 &ndash; What TBI Recovery Looks Like
00:37:25 &ndash; What Patients Should Bring to a Neurologist
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Rory Pendergast, Lead Attorney at Rory Law, discusses the unseen impact and ripple effects on victims of various injuries in "The Unseen Impact"  

Unseen Impact with Rory Pendergast explores the ripple effects of personal injury cases, shedding light on the hidden ways accidents, negligence, and injustice shape lives and explores the economic, physical, and emotional damages endured.

Each episode features mental health, physical injury, and industry professionals to examine the widespread effects of various injuries on individuals, families, and communities. 

Rory Pendergast, a California-based attorney originally from Montana, hosts a show where he discusses the unseen impact and ripple effects on victims of various injuries. He advocates in court on behalf of victims of revenge pornography (non-consensual pornography), physical and mental injury, and property destruction.

<a href="https://rorylaw.com/">Rory Pendergast</a>, Lead Attorney at Rory Law, discusses the unseen impact and ripple effects on victims of various injuries in "The Unseen Impact"&nbsp;&nbsp;
Unseen Impact with Rory Pendergast explores the ripple effects of personal injury cases, shedding light on the hidden ways accidents, negligence, and injustice shape lives and explores the economic, physical, and emotional damages endured.
Each episode features mental health, physical injury, and industry professionals to examine the widespread effects of various injuries on individuals, families, and communities.&nbsp;
Rory Pendergast, a California-based attorney originally from Montana, hosts a show where he discusses the unseen impact and ripple effects on victims of various injuries. He advocates in court on behalf of victims of revenge pornography (non-consensual pornography), physical and mental injury, and property destruction.

Unseen Impact 

Unseen Impact is a podcast that looks beyond legal headlines to explore how personal injury truly affects people’s lives. Hosted by Rory Pendergast—a legal marketing strategist with over a decade of experience in the justice space—the show examines the real-world consequences of accidents, negligence, and systemic failures. Each episode features conversations with professionals in mental health, physical rehabilitation, and law—as well as those with lived experience—to shed light on the emotional, physical, and financial aftermath of personal injury. Rory brings a thoughtful, trauma-informed lens to each interview, creating space for guests to share insights that help educate, humanize, and advocate.

Unseen Impact is a podcast that looks beyond legal headlines to explore how personal injury truly affects people&rsquo;s lives. Hosted by Rory Pendergast&mdash;a legal marketing strategist with over a decade of experience in the justice space&mdash;the show examines the real-world consequences of accidents, negligence, and systemic failures. Each episode features conversations with professionals in mental health, physical rehabilitation, and law&mdash;as well as those with lived experience&mdash;to shed light on the emotional, physical, and financial aftermath of personal injury. Rory brings a thoughtful, trauma-informed lens to each interview, creating space for guests to share insights that help educate, humanize, and advocate.

 The Truth About “Mild” Brain Injuries - Dr. Amir Bahreman

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