TBI Associates Of Oklahoma

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

What makes a strong expert witness in a traumatic brain injury case?  In TBI litigation, credibility on the stand matter...
02/09/2026

What makes a strong expert witness in a traumatic brain injury case? In TBI litigation, credibility on the stand matters as much as credentials on paper. A strong brain injury expert doesn’t rely on jargon or assumptions. When questioned, they can calmly explain how the injury occurred, why the mechanism of trauma matters, and what the objective findings show — even when imaging appears “normal.”

For example, when asked on the stand, “Doctor, if the MRI is normal, how can this patient have a brain injury?” a credible TBI expert explains the difference between structural imaging and functional injury. They walk the jury through acceleration-deceleration forces, neuronal shearing, and how clinical findings, neurocognitive testing, and symptom consistency support diagnosis — without exaggeration or advocacy.

The best TBI experts stay within their lane. They explain causation clearly, acknowledge limitations honestly, and connect medical facts to functional impairment in everyday terms a jury can understand. Clarity, restraint, and consistency are what make expert testimony persuasive — and defensible. Trust TBI Associates to bring together the testing, evaluation and expert testimony to help you and your patient cross the finishline. Call us today at 405/400-0771 to talk or to schedule one of our services.

One of the biggest misconceptions about TBI is that it’s only serious if someone was “knocked out.” In reality, many tra...
02/02/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions about TBI is that it’s only serious if someone was “knocked out.” In reality, many traumatic brain injuries occur without loss of consciousness—and they are often the most overlooked.
A TBI can quietly affect memory, concentration, mood, sleep, reaction time, and emotional regulation. Patients may feel “off,” struggle at work, or notice changes in relationships long before anything shows up on basic imaging. When these symptoms go unrecognized or undocumented, people are often told they’ll “just need time,” even as their quality of life declines. The most important thing to understand is this: TBIs are medical injuries, not character flaws or stress reactions.

Difficulty focusing, irritability, fatigue, or slowed thinking are not signs of weakness—they are signs of brain dysfunction that deserves proper evaluation.
Early, specialized assessment matters. The brain heals differently than bones or muscles, and missed injuries can lead to prolonged symptoms, incomplete recovery, or long-term impairment. Objective testing, careful clinical correlation, and expert oversight are critical to understanding the true impact of the injury and guiding appropriate care.

Whether you’re a patient, employer, or attorney, recognizing a TBI early changes outcomes. It protects recovery, clarifies expectations, and ensures people get the support they need—not just to heal, but to function fully again. Protect your health with a call to Oklahoma's personal injury expert - TBI Associates: 405/400-0771
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01/26/2026

After a car accident, patients should watch closely for symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, nausea, vision changes, or unusual fatigue—even if they seem mild at first. These signs can indicate underlying brain injury from whiplash. Seek medical care as soon as possible from a provider experienced in accident-related injuries. Early evaluation, proper imaging or neurologic testing, and clear documentation are critical for guiding treatment, preventing long-term complications, and ensuring your injuries are fully understood and addressed. If you have questions, give TBI Associates a call at 405/400-0771

When it comes to TBI diagnostic, there are options - and important distinctions to consider depending on how you plan to...
01/19/2026

When it comes to TBI diagnostic, there are options - and important distinctions to consider depending on how you plan to use the diagnostic information. For instance, both EEG and qEEG measure brain activity, but they differ in how the data is analyzed and used.

EEG is:
• Accepted in hospitals and emergency settings
• Recognized by insurance carriers
• Defensible in court
• Included in standard neurologic guidelines

qEEG, by contrast:
• Is often labeled “adjunctive” or “investigational”
• Is frequently not reimbursed
• Is challenged in legal and disability contexts

In high-stakes cases (neurology, injury, litigation), EEG carries far more weight and provides the kind of data that supports treatment decision based on the patient's own norms.
EEG = “What is happening right now for the patient?”
qEEG = “How does this compare to normal?”

When reporting and documentation matter most, trust the board-certified neurology experts at TBI Associates. (405)400-0771.

As a physician who treats auto-accident injuries, I want to speak directly to providers and attorneys who deal with acci...
01/12/2026

As a physician who treats auto-accident injuries, I want to speak directly to providers and attorneys who deal with accident related cases. We see car accidents that are more and more significant every day - increasing the likelihood of a head injury, concussion, or traumatic brain injury. One of the most dangerous aspects of a brain injury after a motor vehicle collision is not the initial impact—it’s what happens after the crash, often quietly and invisibly.

I am Jason Sebesto, a neurologist at TBI Associates. I regularly see patients who walk away from an accident believing they are “fine.” No loss of consciousness. No obvious external injury. But hours or days later, symptoms begin to surface: worsening headaches, confusion, slowed thinking, mood changes, or unusual fatigue. By then, the brain may already be swelling or bleeding, and the window for early intervention has narrowed. From a medical standpoint, TBIs are uniquely dangerous because damage can progress without obvious warning signs. Subdural or epidural hematomas can evolve slowly. Cerebral edema can increase intracranial pressure over time. Oxygen deprivation and inflammation can trigger secondary brain injury long after the crash itself. When these conditions are missed early, the outcome can shift from treatable to permanent.

Another major concern is impaired brain signaling. A recent patient had no other symptoms, except he could not remember his wife's name. It became a daily issue for him and caused him undue stress. He just kept feeling like it would improve, which compounded the stress. Patients may struggle with judgment, memory, and emotional regulation—yet have no insight that something is wrong. This creates real-world risks: unsafe driving, poor decision-making, job loss, and strained relationships. These are not just medical issues; they become legal and quality-of-life issues very quickly.
Even so-called “mild” TBIs can have long-term consequences if not properly evaluated and documented. Chronic headaches, cognitive deficits, anxiety, depression, and increased vulnerability to future injury are all common when care is delayed.

Early medical evaluation is critical—not only for patient safety, but for clear, defensible documentation of the injury. When a patient is referred promptly for neurological assessment, imaging when appropriate, and ongoing monitoring, outcomes improve and cases are clearer. The most dangerous TBI is the one no one recognizes until it’s too late. Early collaboration between legal and medical professionals truly protects the patient—and the case.

Auto accidents can cause neurological injuries that aren’t always visible on standard imaging. Headaches, dizziness, mem...
12/12/2025

Auto accidents can cause neurological injuries that aren’t always visible on standard imaging. Headaches, dizziness, memory issues, numbness, balance issues and lingering pain may signal underlying brain or nerve trauma. Patients often say "I just don't feel right".

Our practice provides comprehensive neurological evaluations focused on clarity, accurate diagnosis, and appropriate treatment following motor vehicle injuries. We work with patients and referring professionals to identify the source of symptoms through neurology and neuropsychological assessment, Right Eye ocular motor testing, ImPACT cognitive testing, Videonystagmography and Electroencephalogram. Our goal is to create informed care plans based on documented evidence to support recovery.

If symptoms persist after an accident, specialized neurological assessment can make a meaningful difference in the way a patient heals. Call us today to learn more... (405) 400-0771.

12/08/2025

Patients who experience TBI often struggle with how to explain their symptoms - in fact, many just say "something feels off". They may have good days and bad days, thinking the symptoms will improve with time. But, many times it takes medical intervention to improve symptoms and create real healing. Patients may need to regain balance, go through thought exercises, or even work with speech therapy. When the brain is injured, it often needs more help than "just time" to get back to the patient's best life. Our clinic is designed to get patients the help they need, understand what the root cause of the struggles are, and provide a template of care for future medical needs. Call us today - We're here to help! (405)400-0771

There are a number of symptoms that should not be overlooked after a head injury - no matter how small it may seem in th...
12/02/2025

There are a number of symptoms that should not be overlooked after a head injury - no matter how small it may seem in the beginning. These concerns should always be checked by a neurologist or other medical provider.
1. Loss of Consciousness or Brief Lapses in Awareness
2. Numbness, Tingling, or Limb Weakness
3. Muscle Spasms or Slowed Movements
4. Memory Loss, Confusion, or Trouble Thinking
5. Vision Changes, Seizures, or Severe Migraines
6. Feeling "Not Quite Right"

Slow onset of these symptoms is not unusual - in fact it may be so far removed from the injury that patients wonder if they really are connected. Delayed symptoms make diagnosis harder. Many neurological conditions rely on early detection. The longer the delay, the higher the risk of long-term damage. CT scans, neurological exams, and evaluations by a neurology specialist can detect hidden problems before they get worse. Have your exam early! Trust TBI Associates to help you through this difficult time. (405)400-0771

11/25/2025

For many TBI patients, understanding the degree of injury is complicated. Patients may feel find, but then realize that they can't remember the simple things they used to take for granted - like how to cook their favorite meal, or where they put the dish washing detergent. But when those short term lapses start impacting your daily life, medical intervention is necessary. Healing can take time, but is often shortened with proper therapies. An accident injury shouldn't cause long term pain and suffering. Get the help you need at TBI Associates. Call (405)400-0771

One of the most significant — and most misunderstood — facts about traumatic brain injury (TBI) in car accident cases is...
11/17/2025

One of the most significant — and most misunderstood — facts about traumatic brain injury (TBI) in car accident cases is this: A client can have a serious TBI even when their CT or MRI looks completely normal.

For attorneys handling personal injury, this reality is critical. Standard imaging is excellent for detecting life-threatening bleeds, skull fractures, or large structural injuries — but it often misses the microscopic shearing, metabolic disruption, and diffuse axonal injury that define many concussion-level TBIs. That means a client may walk out of the ER with “normal imaging” yet still suffer from real, functionally debilitating deficits. What makes these cases even more complex is the timing. TBI symptoms are frequently delayed, sometimes emerging hours or days after the crash:
• Headache and dizziness
• Cognitive slowing
• Memory or concentration issues
• Light/noise sensitivity
• Emotional or behavioral changes
• Sleep disruption

And while labeled “mild,” many of these TBIs are anything but. Up to 30% of patients continue experiencing ongoing symptoms that impact work capacity, relationships, and long-term recovery. For attorneys, this underscores the importance of appropriate follow-up. When imaging is “normal” but symptoms persist, clients often need more specialized assessments: neurocognitive testing, oculomotor tools like RightEye, vestibular evaluations, EEG, and advanced MRI & DTI sequences when available. These tests help document what standard scans cannot.

The takeaway? Normal imaging does not equal no injury. Recognizing this early can significantly strengthen your case, ensure proper medical documentation, and—most importantly—help clients get the care they truly need.
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11/10/2025

Distracted Driving continues to be a leading cause of accidents in Oklahoma, with evaluations suggesting that the reported percentage of about 10% is substantially low since most people don't acknowledge phone use in an accident report. Distracted driving often leads to more vehicle damage, greater personal injury, and higher insurance costs. The number of people who need to seek treatment for traumatic brain injury is also growing. Our doctors are uniquely qualified to evaluate, understand and treat TBIs and Concussions resulting from a car accidents. Let us show you how TBI Associates can assist in patient care and case documentation. Call us today at 405/400-0771.

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3030 NW Expressway Suite 1100,
Oklahoma City, OK
73112

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