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Gene therapy offers hope for giant axonal neuropathy patients
Treatment developed by UTSW researchers shows promise in phase 1 trial, provides road map for treating other inherited neurological diseasesProgram enhances stroke care at nearly 3,000 U.S. hospitals
Study led by UT Southwestern shows AHA’s Get With The Guidelines-Stroke initiative improves outcomes for millionsA young neurologist diagnosed with ALS is inspiring a call to action
Ever since he was a boy, Michael Ibarra was fascinated by the human brain – its complexities, its secrets. Now, at age 32, he is an Assistant Professor of Neurology at UT Southwestern, and he has come face to face with one of the most complex and deadly medical mysteries in his field, ALS, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.From Flashlights to Pupillometry: The New Standard in Brain Health Assessment
Diagnosing critical conditions like major strokes or serious concussions with precision and ease – using modern highly reliable noninvasive methods – is the norm at UT Southwestern. Any doctor would embrace a painless, accurate, and timely approach, especially in emergency situations. However, despite the proven efficacy of pupillometry, many medical professionals still rely on an unreliable method of using flashlights to assess pupils, a practice that has persisted for decades.The Future of Medicine Sparks Here
This is UT Southwestern Medical Center, and this is where a spark happens. Join UT Southwestern Medical Center and find your spark.Driving Breakthrough Discoveries in Neurodegenerative Diseases
With its broad array of scientific talent, UT Southwestern's CAND is bringing exciting new advances to the study of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders.Study maps brain wave disruptions affecting memory recall
Improving quality of theta oscillations could lead to new therapeutic approaches for Alzheimer’s, dementia disorders, UTSW researchers findHow to zero in on an accurate NPH diagnosis
Whenever an older person starts having cognitive difficulties, or trouble walking, or even holding their urine, families immediately fear the diagnosis will be Alzheimer’s disease – a progressive neurologic condition that currently has no cure.Department of Neurology research bulletin
The Department of Neurology research bulletin is updated monthly. Check back for the latest grants, awards, and high-impact publications.Neurological Surgery Residency Program: Classes of 2023 and 2030
The Department of Neurological Surgery would like to extend a hearty congratulations to Drs. Vin Shen Ban, Scott Connors, Zachary Johnson, and Carl Youssef on completing their UT Southwestern Neurological Surgery residency.Neurological Surgery building new comprehensive clinical quality program
In an effort to continuously improve outcomes, the UT Southwestern Department of Neurological Surgery is actively building a comprehensive clinical quality program, with multiple integrated areas working on quality initiatives to enhance the already excellent care we deliver.What genetic testing can reveal about your Alzheimer's disease risk
Chris Hemsworth has made headlines in the last year for more than his latest “Thor” movie. The actor announced he had learned through genetic testing that he has two copies of the genetic variant APOE4, which has been associated with increased odds of developing Alzheimer's disease.