Category: Education

Welcome back to the full swing of the academic year! We’re excited to kick things off by recognizing Dr. Faris Almubaslat as our first Diagnostician of the Month. Dr. Almubaslat is honored for not one, but two exceptional neurologic diagnoses, made possible through his outstanding neurological examination skills. In the first case, his detection...

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Deanna Saylor has been invited to join the Editorial Board of Neurology: Education, a premier peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing the science of teaching, learning, and training in neurology and neuroscience. Neurology: Education serves as a vital forum for educators, clinicians, and trainees, publishing high-quality...

The UNC Neurology is pleased to announce that Dr. Tamara Strohm, MD, with support from Dr. Lynn Liu and the neurosurgery department’s Dr. Carlos David, has been awarded an Innovation Grant for her project, “Neurology Clinical Bricks for Continuity, Collaboration, and Scholarship.” This initiative aligns with the School of Medicine’s...

The Kenan Conference Center was abuzz with energy and innovation on May 22, 2025, as UNC Neurology hosted the Second Annual Neurology Day—an event dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge research, fostering collaboration, and celebrating achievements in the field of neurology. This year’s event saw an impressive 54 abstracts submitted, reflecting a...

Aisha Mahmood, a dedicated medical student at the University of North Carolina with a keen interest in neurology and global health equity, has been awarded the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Medical Student Research Award. This honor recognizes her significant research proposal aimed at improving stroke care in underserved regions...

UNC Neurology is absolutely thrilled to welcome its newest cohort of neurology residents! This exceptional group, from across the United States, has chosen to train at UNC Hospital, Department of Neurology. They bring with them a wealth of knowledge, a passion for neurological care, and a shared commitment to excellence....

This past weekend (Feb. 28 – March 2, 2025) marked the annual North Carolina Neurological Society meeting at the Washington Duke Inn in Durham, NC. UNC Neurology faculty, residents, and staff attended as participants, presenters, and speakers throughout the weekend.   Neurologists and researchers from across North Carolina joined together...

UNC Neurology applauds Residency Coordinator Sharon Ward for completing the GME Leadership Academy. Including Sharon, six UNC GME administrative professionals participated as the first cohort of the program, led by Ms. Julie Seger, UNC Neurosurgery Resident Training Program Coordinator. Congratulations again to Sharon and the other members of her cohort...

UNC Neurology is please to announce the promotion of Dr. Diana Cejas from Clinical Assistant Professor to Clinical Associate Professor based on excellence in clinical activity. Dr. Cejas is a member of the Child Neurology Division and is dually appointed with the Carolina Institute of Developmental Disabilities. Dr. Cejas supports...

UNC Neurology is please to announce the promotion of Dr. Winnie Lau from Clinical Assistant Professor to Clinical Associate Professor based on excellence in clinical activity. Dr. Lau is a member of the Neurocritical Care Division in Neurology and is joint appointed in the UNC Neurosurgery Department. Dr. Lau acts...