TBI Associates Of Oklahoma

TBI Associates Of Oklahoma We are a traumatic brain injury clinic serving auto injury and accident patients.

05/27/2026

We encourage TBI patients to be open and honest about the symptoms they are feeling after their accident injury - not only with the medical staff but also with their legal representatives. Traumatic Brain Injuries can be complex, with a variety of effects showing up days, weeks or even months later. It's important that you have the full overview of your health concerns to understand your needs for care - both short term and long term. If you've had a car accident that caused whiplash, a head bump, or even symptoms like persistent headaches or dizziness - it's best to get checked out within 72 hours. Call TBI Associates for a no out of pocket examination.

Why Normal Imaging Doesn’t Rule Out Brain Injury? One of the most common challenges in mild traumatic brain injury cases...
05/12/2026

Why Normal Imaging Doesn’t Rule Out Brain Injury? One of the most common challenges in mild traumatic brain injury cases is this: The CT scan is normal. The MRI is normal. So the assumption becomes… the patient is fine.

But that’s not how brain injury works.
CT and MRI are excellent tools for identifying structural damage—bleeding, swelling, fractures. What they don’t show well is functional or microscopic injury. In many mTBI cases, the damage occurs at a cellular level— shearing forces, metabolic disruption, and impaired neural communication. Those changes don’t always appear on standard imaging. Yet the symptoms are real:
• Cognitive deficits
• Memory and attention issues
• Mood and behavioral changes
• Persistent headaches and fatigue

This is where education becomes critical—especially in front of a jury.
They need to understand: A “normal scan” does not equal a normal brain.
It simply means there is no visible structural damage. Brain injury is a clinical diagnosis, supported by:
• Objective testing
• Neurological evaluation
• Consistent symptom patterns
The absence of findings on imaging is not the absence of injury.
And in personal injury cases, that distinction can make all the difference. Call us today to talk about your TBI case.

n many mild traumatic brain injury cases, the biggest challenge isn’t whether a patient is experiencing symptoms— it’s w...
05/06/2026

n many mild traumatic brain injury cases, the biggest challenge isn’t whether a patient is experiencing symptoms— it’s whether those symptoms can be proven. Headaches, brain fog, memory issues and difficulty concentrating are all common symptoms that TBI patients often share. But in a legal setting, subjective symptoms alone are often not enough. That’s where objective testing becomes critical.

Advanced tools like:
• Eye-tracking technology
• Neurocognitive testing
• EEG (brain wave analysis)
allow us to move beyond what a patient feels… and demonstrate what the brain is actually doing.

These tests can:
• Detect subtle dysfunction not visible on CT or MRI
• Correlate symptoms with measurable deficits
• Strengthen causation tied to the accident
• Provide clear, defensible medical evidence
In personal injury cases, this distinction matters. Subjective symptoms raise the question. Objective data helps answer it and backs it up. And when you can show measurable impairment, you’re not just telling the story—you’re supporting it.

Contact TBI Associates to get your patients evaluated, treated, and documented.

The First 72 Hours After a Crash Can Make or Break a Brain Injury CaseOne of the most overlooked factors in traumatic br...
05/04/2026

The First 72 Hours After a Crash Can Make or Break a Brain Injury Case

One of the most overlooked factors in traumatic brain injury claims isn’t the severity of the crash— it’s how quickly the patient is evaluated.

In the first 72 hours, the body is actively responding to trauma. Symptoms may still be evolving, but this is exactly when objective baseline findings can be captured. From a medical standpoint, early evaluation allows us to:
• Identify subtle neurological deficits before they’re masked
• Establish clear causation tied directly to the accident
• Document cognitive dysfunction using measurable data
• Begin appropriate care to prevent long-term complications

From a legal standpoint, it does something just as important:
It protects the integrity of the case.

Delays in care are one of the most common arguments used to challenge injury claims—especially in mild TBI cases where imaging may appear normal. When evaluation happens early, the narrative is clear. When it doesn’t, doubt is introduced.

In brain injury cases, timing isn’t just clinical—
it’s strategic. Call us to talk about your personal injury TBI Case.

Most people think you have to hit your head to have a brain injury after a car accident. -- That’s simply not true.As a ...
04/22/2026

Most people think you have to hit your head to have a brain injury after a car accident. -- That’s simply not true.

As a physician, one of the most important things I explain to patients is this: your brain can be injured by the sudden force of the crash alone. Even without direct impact, the brain can shift inside the skull, leading to subtle but real injury.
What makes this challenging is that these injuries don’t always show up on standard imaging like CT scans or MRIs. Yet patients may experience:
• Brain fog
• Headaches
• Difficulty concentrating
• Mood changes
• Sleep disruption
If you feel “off” after an accident, trust that feeling. You’re not imagining it—and it deserves to be taken seriously.

Early evaluation is critical. The sooner we identify what’s happening, the better we can guide your recovery and document your condition properly.

If you’ve been in an accident and something doesn’t feel right, don’t wait. Call 405-400-0771 to schedule a comprehensive evaluation and get the answers you need.

Join us to learn more about the advantages of making TBI Associates your first choice for TBI evaluation, treatment, doc...
04/07/2026

Join us to learn more about the advantages of making TBI Associates your first choice for TBI evaluation, treatment, documentation, medicolegal reporting and expert witness. If you are unable to make it in person, please contact us to meet Dr. Sebesto by zoom. Call Alaina at 405/400-0771.

Today, on National Doctors' Day, we recognize two exceptional leaders advancing the standard of care for traumatic brain...
03/30/2026

Today, on National Doctors' Day, we recognize two exceptional leaders advancing the standard of care for traumatic brain injury across Oklahoma and beyond—Dr. Sebesto, Neurologist, and Dr. Doran, Neuropsychologist.

Their work represents what modern TBI evaluation and treatment should look like: precise, evidence-based, and deeply patient-centered.

In the complex world of brain injury, where symptoms are often invisible and misunderstood, their combined expertise in neurology and neuropsychology brings clarity to diagnosis, direction to treatment, and credibility to every case they touch.

Beyond clinical care, their impact extends into the medicolegal space—where accuracy matters just as much as advocacy. Through detailed evaluations, comprehensive reporting, and clear communication, they serve as trusted expert witnesses in personal injury cases. Whether providing pretrial depositions or in-court testimony, their ability to translate complex brain function into understandable, defensible findings helps ensure that patients are properly represented and understood.

This level of expertise doesn’t just elevate outcomes—it raises the standard for how traumatic brain injuries are evaluated nationwide.

Today, we celebrate not only their dedication to patient care, but their commitment to advancing the field, educating others, and standing at the intersection of medicine and justice.

Thank you, Dr. Sebesto and Dr. Doran, for the difference you make every day.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness Month is an important reminder that not all injuries are visible—especially after...
03/23/2026

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness Month is an important reminder that not all injuries are visible—especially after a car accident. While cuts, bruises, and broken bones are easy to recognize, brain injuries are often overlooked, misunderstood, or delayed in their presentation.

After a collision, the brain can experience rapid acceleration and deceleration, causing it to shift inside the skull. This can lead to concussions or more complex brain injuries, even when there is no direct impact to the head. Many patients initially feel “fine,” only to develop symptoms hours or days later.
Common signs of TBI include headaches, memory issues, brain fog, irritability, dizziness, and difficulty concentrating. These symptoms can interfere with work, relationships, and daily life—sometimes long after the accident.

One of the challenges with TBI is that standard imaging, like MRIs or CT scans, may appear normal. This does not mean the injury isn’t real. Diagnosis often depends on clinical evaluation, symptom tracking, and specialized testing.

During TBI Awareness Month, it’s important to recognize the seriousness of these injuries and seek care early. Prompt evaluation and consistent treatment can significantly improve recovery outcomes. If you’ve been in a car accident and notice changes in how you think, feel, or function, don’t ignore it. Brain injuries are complex—but with the right care and attention, recovery is possible. Call us at 405/400-0771

03/16/2026

If you've been injured in a car accident, it is most important that you speak with a personal injury attorney who understands the traumatic brain injury healing process. It's not unusual for TBI symptoms to get worse in the first few months, before getting better. Your attorney can help protect your ability to seek medical attention to get you the care you need to recover. Your attorney can request us to perform a full records review, act as an expert witness, or develop a treatment plan to get you back to your best quality of life. Call us today to learn more! 405/400-0771

Why Do Many Car Accident Victims Fail to Recognize They Have Sustained a Brain Injury? After a car accident, most indivi...
03/11/2026

Why Do Many Car Accident Victims Fail to Recognize They Have Sustained a Brain Injury? After a car accident, most individuals tend to focus on visible injuries, such as neck pain, back pain, and broken bones. However, one of the most common injuries is also the easiest to overlook: a traumatic brain injury.

Many patients do not directly hit their head. The rapid acceleration and deceleration during a crash can cause the brain to move inside the skull, resulting in a concussion or mild TBI. Symptoms often manifest hours or even days later, including headaches, brain fog, difficulty concentrating, irritability or emotional changes, dizziness or balance problems, and sleep disturbances. Because these symptoms can seem subtle at first, people frequently delay seeking medical evaluation. This delay can make recovery more challenging. Early assessment after a motor vehicle accident enables physicians to identify neurological symptoms, guide recovery, and help prevent long-term complications.

If something feels “off” after an accident, it is worth getting evaluated. Your brain health is too important to ignore. Connect with Oklahoma's TBI expert for a fast appointment and assessment with a board-certified neurologist. Call 405/400-0771.

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3030 NW Expressway Suite 1100
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73112

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