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UNC Neurology Celebrates Opening of New Pediatric Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Clinic

May 14, 2025
Making specialized care more accessible for children with neuromuscular disorders The UNC Department of Neurology is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the new UNC Pediatric Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Clinic. This dedicated clinic, which officially began welcoming patients on May 9th, 2025, is conveniently located within the pediatric...

Drs. Diaz & Saylor Lead Global Research in HIV-Associated Cognitive Disorders & MS

May 6, 2025
From UNC Institute for Global Health And Infectious Diseases: Two UNC neurologists are making significant strides in understanding neurological disorders across diverse global populations, from Latin America to Sub-Saharan Africa. 

UNC Medical Student Aisha Mahmood Receives American Academy of Neurology Medical Student Research Award

May 2, 2025
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...

Anita Frohlich: Inaugural Recipient of the Dr. Susan Wilson Award

April 25, 2025
Anita Frohlich has been honored as the first recipient of the Dr. Susan Wilson Award. This distinguished award will support her educational journey as she works towards her Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of North Carolina School of Social Work. The award will help cover the tuition...

Dr. Clio Rubinos – A Journey Rooted in Passion

April 15, 2025
Born and raised in Peru, where she completed her medical training, Dr. Clio Rubinos has  always felt a deep connection to her roots and a strong desire to give back to her country. An assistant professor in the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill department of Neurology, the division...

Hwang Elected as Fellow of the American Heart Association

April 9, 2025
David Y. Hwang, MD, Professor and Division Chief of UNC Neurocritical Care, has been elected a Fellow of the American Heart Association (AHA), conferred by its Stroke Council. The AHA bestows fellow designation on members based on their scientific and professional accomplishments and contributions, volunteer leadership, and service in support...

Hwang Co-Mentoring New American Heart Association Career Development Award Recipient

April 9, 2025
David Y. Hwang, MD, Professor and Division Chief of UNC Neurocritical Care, is serving as a secondary mentor for a newly funded 3-year American Heart Association (AHA) Career Development Award, “Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence for Post-Cardiac Arrest Neuroprognosis.”  The award recipient, Morteza Zabihi, DSc, MSc, and his primary mentor, Eric Rosenthal,...

Paper Alert: Implementation of 2HELPS2B Seizure Risk Score

April 9, 2025
A new article out of Neurology® Clinical Practice investigates using the 2HELP2B seizure risk score to guide the duration of continuous EEG (cEEG) monitoring for critically ill patients. Continuous EEG monitoring is a non-invasive medical test that measures and records the electrical activity of your brain. While cEEG is standard practice...

Dr. Monica Diaz awarded the Mridha Spirit of Neurology Humanitarian Award

April 9, 2025
The American Brain Foundation (ABF) has announced that Dr. Monica Diaz is the recipient of the 2025 Mridha Spirit of Neurology Award. This prestigious humanitarian honor recognizes exceptional dedication within the field of neurology. The Mridha Spirit of Neurology Award is given to a neurologist or neuroscientist who demonstrates outstanding...

Dr. Vinay Chaudhry Honored with AINA’s Prestigious Kapil Sethi Teaching Award

April 8, 2025
The Association of Indian Neurologists in America (AINA) has recognized Dr. Vinay Chaudhry for his exceptional contributions to neurology education by selecting him as this year’s recipient of the Kapil Sethi, MD, FRCP Teaching Award. In announcing the award, the AINA Awards Selection Committee expressed deep admiration for Dr. Chaudhry’s...