The Brain is Complicated

understanding it doesn’t have to be

health content can be confusing and overwhelming

building trust through clear, compassionate content that enables your audience to make meaningful decisions

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My Story

Helping people understand their health is as important as the right diagnosis. Clear communication eases fear, builds trust, and empowers people to make meaningful decisions about their treatment.
— Shawn Masia, MD
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I’m a board certified Neurologist with over 25 years of clinical experience and a lifelong love of language, teaching, and storytelling. I’ve cared for thousands of patients and their families while they are navigating the complexities of disease and the medical system, always striving to bring clarity and compassion to difficult conversations.

I’ve mentored students, hosted a podcast, trained physicians, and consulted with digital health startups, building narratives that inform, engage, and inspire.

The stories we tell about healthcare are as crucial as the medicine itself. Distilling complex medical information into clear, relatable narratives reduces anxiety and actively engages people who are learning about their health.

I enjoy working with health-focused organizations, media platforms, other health professionals, and creators who want to inform, educate, and make an impact. I bring clinical insight, emotional intelligence, and creative energy to every project I take on.

service Offerings

Infusing complex medical ideas into powerful, accessible stories that resonate, educate, and inspire.

Content and Messaging Strategy

Crafting clear, engaging narratives for health-focused teams

Speaking and Teaching

Delivering talks and sessions that inform, inspire, and connect

Creative Collaboration

Partnering with media, startups, and platforms to build smart neuroscience content

Supporting professionals navigating career pivots, content, and thought leadership

Coaching and Mentorship

Whether you’re building a product, hosting a podcast, presenting health content, or looking for another set of eyes in your professional development, I can clarify and add depth to the conversation.

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selected work

Here are a few highlights from my collaborations that blend clinical insight with clear, compelling content.

Host & Writer | SohoMD
A podcast exploring the science, policy, and personal stories behind cannabis and brain health.

Brainmender Podcast

Columnist, Practical Neurology
A recurring column in a widespread neurology magazine exploring the intersection of neurology and technology, from telehealth to wearable therapeutics. Some popular examples:

Digital Practice

Medical Advisor, stemist
Advised an early-stage herbal supplement startup to develop products, educational materials, and the brand logo.

Development and Consulting

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Let’s Work Together

Whether you’re building health content, telling a story that needs clarity and compassion, or just need a sounding board with years of professional insight, I’d love to hear from you.

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