Nervous Breakdown Media

Welcome to Nervous Breakdown Media— your go-to weekly podcast for cutting through the noise and getting real about the brain, spine, and pain management. No jargon, no fluff — just clear, expert insights that empower you to take control of your health.

Dr. Christopher Gay, a double board-certified anesthesiologist and pain management specialist trained at Columbia and Duke, a joined by co-host, Dr. Estrada Bernard, a board-certified neurosurgeon trained at Duke and former Chief of Neurosurgery at UNC Chapel Hill.

We dive into questions like:
-What is pain?
-When is surgery necessary?
-What is a ruptured disc?

Whether you're dealing with a lingering pain issue or just want to understand your body better, *The Nervous Breakdown* is here to give you the tools and clarity you need. With weekly long-form episodes and bite-sized clips across social, we’re building a community eager for real answers in pain care. Tune in and subscribe — your body will thank you!