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April 1, 2026<\/p>

Neurology Providers Recognized for Carolina Care Excellence<\/h3><\/div>

Each year, UNC Hospitals & UNC Faculty Physicians recognize the empathy, expertise, and dedication of physicians and advanced practice providers who deliver outstanding, patient\u2011centered care. We are proud to celebrate the Neurology providers honored with the 2026 UNC Hospitals & UNC Faculty Physicians Award for Carolina Care Excellence. This award is based on exceptional patient …<\/p>

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March 31, 2026<\/p>

Understanding Lewy Body Dementia<\/h3><\/div>

Dr. Hannah Noah sat down with UNC Health Talk to breakdown Lewy Body Dementia, and discuss it’s symptoms and treatment options available. There are more than a hundred types of\u00a0dementia, all of which are caused by different changes in the brain. The most well-known is\u00a0Alzheimer\u2019s disease, caused by a build-up of the proteins amyloid and …<\/p>

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March 23, 2026<\/p>

Dr. Julia Carlson Publish NEJM Clinical Problem-Solving Case on Rare Presentation of Botulism<\/h3><\/div>

A multidisciplinary team at the UNC-CH recently published a Clinical Problem-Solving article in the New England Journal of Medicine detailing a rare and complex case of foodborne botulism. The article, led by the UNC Division of Infectious Diseases, walks readers through the diagnostic challenges posed by a 47 year old man who presented with dyspnea, …<\/p>

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March 19, 2026<\/p>

Neurology Department Showcases Research at the 2026 ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting<\/h3><\/div>

Several members of the UNC Neurology Department recently presented their research at the 2026 ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting, the flagship conference of the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics held March 10\u201314, 2026, in Baltimore. The meeting brings together clinicians, laboratorians, researchers, and trainees for scientific sessions, short courses, platform talks, and an …<\/p>

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March 19, 2026<\/p>

Improving Access Close to Home: UNC Expands Parkinson\u2019s Training to Southeastern North Carolina<\/h3><\/div>

The UNC Parkinson Foundation Center of Excellence team recently brought its interdisciplinary Parkinson\u2019s disease training to Fayetteville, North Carolina, in partnership with Southern Regional AHEC. Led by Dr. Nina Browner and Ms. Maggie Ivancic, the team delivered an engaging eight-hour course designed to equip clinicians with practical, evidence-based strategies to improve care for people living …<\/p>

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\"Clio<\/div>

March 4, 2026<\/p>

Dr. Clio Rubinos Honored with the 2026 Mridha Spirit of Neurology Humanitarian Award<\/h3><\/div>

The Department of Neurology is delighted to share that Clio Rubinos, MD, MS, FACNS has been selected as a recipient of the 2026 Mridha Spirit of Neurology Humanitarian Award. This recognition, bestowed by the American Academy of Neurology and supported by the American Brain Foundation through the Dr. Debasish and Chinu Mridha Endowment Fund, highlights …<\/p>

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February 26, 2026<\/p>

Drs. Ho & Hwang Publish JAMA Neurology Editorial Examining Long-Term Outcomes of Basilar Artery Occlusion Treatment<\/h3><\/div>

UNC neurologists Dr. James P. Ho (lead author) and Dr. David Y. Hwang have co\u2011authored a new JAMA Neurology editorial analyzing three\u2011year results from the ATTENTION trial, one of the largest studies to date examining treatment for basilar artery occlusion (BAO)\u2014a rare, often fatal form of stroke. The authors highlight that endovascular therapy (EVT) continues …<\/p>

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February 24, 2026<\/p>

TeamSTEPPS Training Brings APP Providers Together at Meadowmont<\/h3><\/div>

Khyati Patel and Paige Roberts, two of our own TeamSTEPPS\u00ae master trainers, led an engaging in\u2011clinic training session for the APP group at Meadowmont on February 17, 2026. The three\u2011hour workshop, held from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and followed by a department\u2011provided lunch, offered participants an opportunity to strengthen their communication and collaboration skills using …<\/p>

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February 23, 2026<\/p>

Jack Hedges Awarded the 2026 Susan Wilson NCTU Award<\/h3><\/div>

Jack Hedges has been named as the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Susan Wilson Award. The award will support Jack’s attendance and poster presentations at the 2026 American Clinical Neurophysiology Society (ACNS) annual meeting. Jack joined the Neurosciences Clinical Trials Unit (NCTU) in 2025 as a Clinical Research Coordinator after completing his Bachelor of Arts …<\/p>

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February 17, 2026<\/p>

Dr. Strohm Elevates Neurology Education Through Innovative Digital Curriculum<\/h3><\/div>

UNC School of Medicine has launched a groundbreaking preclinical neurology curriculum redesign that has rapidly improved student performance and engagement by integrating interactive digital learning modules with hands\u2011on neuroanatomy and clinical skills training.\u00a0 This initiative, led by SOM leadership Dr. Kathy Barnhouse, Dr. Kurt Gilliland, Dr. Emily Moorefield and Dr. Evan Raff, was brought to …<\/p>

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\"Yael<\/div>

February 9, 2026<\/p>

Dr. Yael Shiloh\u2011Malawsky Receives the Excellence in Patient and Family Care Award<\/h3><\/div>

The UNC Department of Neurology is proud to announce that Dr. Yael Shiloh\u2011Malawsky has been selected to receive the Excellence in Patient and Family Care Award from Carolina For The Kids Foundation, the largest student\u2011run nonprofit in North Carolina. Carolina For The Kids is dedicated to providing meaningful medical, emotional, and financial support to the …<\/p>

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\"David<\/div>

February 6, 2026<\/p>

Dr. David Y. Hwang Elected to ACCM Board of Regents<\/h3><\/div>

David Y. Hwang, MD, FCCM, Professor of Neurology at the UNC School of Medicine, has been elected to a three-year term on the Board of Regents of the American College of Critical Care Medicine (ACCM). The ACCM Board of Regents provides strategic oversight and leadership for the College, which supports excellence in critical care practice, …<\/p>

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February 5, 2026<\/p>

Congratulations to Dr. Daniel Roque for His Promotion to Professor<\/h3><\/div>

We are proud to announce that Dr. Daniel Roque has been promoted from Associate Professor to Professor in the Department of Neurology, effective February 1, 2026. Dr. Roque joined UNC Neurology in 2012 and has served as a Clinical Associate Professor since 2019. A nationally recognized movement disorders specialist, he directs both the UNC Tremor …<\/p>

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January 27, 2026<\/p>

Strength in Collaboration: Inside the First Carolinas Batten Disease Family Event<\/h3><\/div>

On September 20, 2025, patients, families, physicians, and experts gathered together for the First Carolinas Batten Diseases Family Day. What began as a collaborative effort among local families and the neurology teams at Duke and UNC evolved into a meaningful forum for shared knowledge, mutual support, and community building for those affected by one of …<\/p>

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January 26, 2026<\/p>

Featured: Dr. Heidi Roth<\/h3><\/div>

UNC Research profiled Dr. Heidi Roth and her early love for creativity and human stories. As a behavioral neurologist at UNC, she focuses on personalized interventions, early diagnosis, and understanding sleep\u2019s critical role in brain health and aging.<\/p>

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January 22, 2026<\/p>

CAR T Cell Therapy Poised to Transform Autoimmune Disease Treatment<\/h3><\/div>

A groundbreaking clinical trial featured in Nature Medicine\u2019s \u201cEleven Clinical Trials That Will Shape Medicine in 2026\u201d is redefining the future of autoimmune disease treatment. The study, led by Dr. James Howard and Cartesian Therapeutics, explores the use of mRNA-based CAR T cell therapy for myasthenia gravis, a chronic autoimmune disorder that disrupts communication between …<\/p>

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January 20, 2026<\/p>

UNC Neurology Celebrates Dr. Chhitij Tiwari, Recipient of the 2025 Kaiser Permanente Excellence in Teaching Award<\/h3><\/div>

The UNC Department of Neurology is proud to recognize Chhitij Tiwari, M.D. for being honored with a 2025 Kaiser Permanente Excellence in Teaching Award during the UNC School of Medicine\u2019s Fall Convocation & Awards Ceremony on July 30, 2025. Established by the UNC School of Medicine Class of 2000, the Kaiser Permanente Excellence in Teaching …<\/p>

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\"Clio<\/div>

January 13, 2026<\/p>

Leadership Update: Dr. Clio Rubinos Joins UNC Neurocritical Care Fellowship as Associate Program Director<\/h3><\/div>

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Clio Rubinos assumed the role of Associate Program Director for the UNC Neurocritical Care Fellowship, effective January 1st, 2026. Dr. Rubinos brings extensive clinical, educational, and scholarly experience in neurocritical care and epilepsy and has been deeply engaged in fellowship education, mentorship, and program development. In this role, …<\/p>

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\"Rebecca<\/div>

January 9, 2026<\/p>

Dr. Rebecca Traub Receives Award to Advance CMT Studies<\/h3><\/div>

We are excited to announce that Dr. Rebecca Traub, Principal Investigator at The University of North Carolina, has been selected to receive an award from the Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association (CMTA) to support research within the Inherited Neuropathy Consortium (INC). The INC is a collaborative network of academic medical centers, patient advocacy organizations, and clinical research resources …<\/p>

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January 8, 2026<\/p>

Chelsea Simmons Named Co-Chair of NEALS APP Committee<\/h3><\/div>

UNC Neurology is proud to announce that Chelsea Simmons, Advanced Practice Provider (APP), has been selected to serve as Co-Chair of the NEALS APP Committee. This appointment recognizes Chelsea\u2019s dedication to advancing ALS care and research. NEALS (Network for Excellence in ALS) is the leading research collaboration focused on exploring new therapies for motor neuron …<\/p>

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\"Qian-Zhou<\/div>

December 11, 2025<\/p>

Why Surgical Evaluation Matters for Children with Drug-Resistant Epilepsy<\/h3><\/div>

Dr. Qian-Zhou \u201cJoJo\u201d Yang, Division Chief of Child Neurology, Associate Professor in the Department of Neurology at UNC School of Medicine, authored an editorial in the November 2025 issue of Neurology\u00ae titled: \u201cReframing Conceptions of Surgical Candidacy: Results From a Multicenter Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Database.\u201d In her piece, Dr. Yang explores evolving perspectives on surgical …<\/p>

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December 11, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Julia Carlson Receives Junior Faculty Development Award for Trauma Recovery Research<\/h3><\/div>

The Department of Neurology is proud to announce that Dr. Julia M. Carlson, Assistant Professor in the Division of Neurocritical Care, has been awarded a UNC Junior Faculty Development Award to advance her research on traumatic brain injury (TBI) and its neuropsychiatric outcomes. Dr. Carlson\u2019s project, \u201cMultidimensional Evaluation of Adverse Post-Traumatic Neuropsychiatric Sequelae in TBI,\u201d …<\/p>

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December 9, 2025<\/p>

UNC Neurology Researchers Publish Two Studies Advancing Stroke and Neurocritical Care<\/h3><\/div>

Chapel Hill, N.C. \u2014 Researchers from UNC Neurology have published two studies that address critical questions in stroke management and post-neurocritical care, offering insights that could reshape clinical practice and improve patient outcomes. Study 1: Rethinking ICU Admission After Mechanical Thrombectomy The first study, \u201cResource Utilization After Mechanical Thrombectomy: Is ICU Care Required for All …<\/p>

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December 8, 2025<\/p>

UNC Neurology Resident Receives AAN Resident Research Scholarship<\/h3><\/div>

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Thiri Lin, Neurology PGY-3, has been selected for the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Resident Research Scholarship Award\u2014a highly competitive resident research honor. Each year, only five residents nationwide are chosen from dozens of applications. This award will support the final phase of the project \u201cFrom Guidelines to …<\/p>

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\"Irena<\/div>

December 1, 2025<\/p>

Congratulations to Dr. Irena Dujmovic Basuroski on Her Promotion to Clinical Professor<\/h3><\/div>

We are proud to announce that Dr. Irena Dujmovic Basuroski has been promoted from Clinical Associate Professor to Clinical Professor in the Department of Neurology, effective November 1, 2025. Dr. Dujmovic Basuroski joined UNC in 2017 and currently serves as Division Chief of Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology, Director of the MS\/Neuroimmunology Fellowship, and Medical Director …<\/p>

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December 1, 2025<\/p>

Deep Brain Stimulation Stops a Child’s Round-the-clock Seizures<\/h3><\/div>

When Jenn and Damson Huon adopted their son, Bohao, from China in February 2018, they knew he had a speech delay and was his small for his age. What no one knew was that the then-6-year-old had\u00a0epilepsy.<\/p>

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December 1, 2025<\/p>

A Life-Changing Brain surgery After Decades of Misdiagnosis<\/h3><\/div>

For more than 30 years, Susan Paeplow, 57, had what she called \u201cepisodes.\u201d \u201cI would hum and rock back and forth,\u201d she says. \u201cI would go blank and be out of it for 30 seconds or a minute, but afterward, I\u2019d just move on to the next thing.\u201d When she talked to doctors about the …<\/p>

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December 1, 2025<\/p>

Neurology Faculty Honored at the Community Health Impact Awards 2025<\/h3><\/div>

The second annual Community Health Impact Awards (CHIA), held on October 23, celebrated individuals and teams across UNC Health and the UNC School of Medicine who are transforming care and strengthening communities in North Carolina. Several members of the UNC Department of Neurology were recognized for their outstanding contributions: Dr. Nina Browner \u2013 Physician Leadership …<\/p>

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November 5, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Deanna Saylor Honored with Osuntokun Award at African Stroke Organization Conference<\/h3><\/div>

The UNC Department of Neurology proudly congratulates Dr. Deanna Saylor on receiving the Osuntokun Award at the 5th Annual African Stroke Organization (ASO) Conference, held November 3\u20135, 2025, at the Sarova Panafric Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya. Dr. Deanna Saylor serves as an Associate Professor of Neurology and is a member of the Institute for Global …<\/p>

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November 4, 2025<\/p>

UNC ALS Clinic Designated as ALS Association Certified Treatment Center of Excellence<\/h3><\/div>

We are proud to announce that the University of North Carolina ALS Clinic has officially been designated as an ALS Association Certified Treatment Center of Excellence! This recognition reflects the clinic\u2019s commitment to providing outstanding, compassionate, and multidisciplinary care to individuals living with ALS and their families. The designation was unanimously approved by the ALS …<\/p>

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October 30, 2025<\/p>

Neurological Services Expand ALS care to Patients Living in Western North Carolina<\/h3><\/div>

A new clinic will bring ALS care to support the unique needs of individuals living in rural North Carolina. UNC Health Pardee has expanded its neurological services with the opening of a dedicated\u00a0Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Clinic, the first multidisciplinary clinic of its kind in the region.<\/p>

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October 23, 2025<\/p>

UNC Researchers Publish Groundbreaking Protocol for Combining Brain Imaging and Electrochemical Recording<\/h3><\/div>

Chapel Hill, N.C. \u2014 A team at the UNC Center for Animal Magnetic Resonance Imaging (CAMRI) has published a pioneering protocol that outlines how to integrate electrochemical brain recordings with MRI imaging\u2014a breakthrough that could transform neuroscience research and clinical applications. CAMRI is part of BRIC’s service core and provides animal imaging services. The paper, …<\/p>

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October 10, 2025<\/p>

UNC Neurologist Dr. Diana Cejas Honored with 2025 AMWA Inspire Award<\/h3><\/div>

The Department of Neurology at UNC Chapel Hill is proud to announce that Dr. Diana Cejas, Associate Professor of Neurology, has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 AMWA Inspire Award by the American Medical Women\u2019s Association (AMWA). This prestigious award celebrates accomplished women in medicine who exemplify the highest values of vision, integrity, …<\/p>

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\"Qian-Zhou<\/div>

October 7, 2025<\/p>

UNC Neurology Announces Dr. Qian-Zhou (Jojo) Yang as New Division Chief for Child Neurology<\/h3><\/div>

The Department of Neurology at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Qian-Zhou (Jojo) Yang, MD, Associate Professor of Neurology, as Division Chief for Child Neurology. Dr. Yang steps into this role with a strong foundation in child neurology and epilepsy care, having served in the …<\/p>

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\"Gillian<\/div>

October 2, 2025<\/p>

Jill Watson, MHA, Named Associate Chair of Administration for the Department of Medicine<\/h3><\/div>

Jill Watson, MHA, has been named Associate Chair of Administration for the Department of Medicine, effective November 3, 2025. The Department of Neurology celebrates her leadership and contributions as she transitions into this new role. The Department of Neurology congratulates Jill Watson, MHA, on her appointment as the next Associate Chair of Administration (ACA) for …<\/p>

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\"Clio<\/div>

September 30, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Clio Rubinos Awarded Zeto Clinical Trial Sponsorship for Groundbreaking EEG Study in Zambia<\/h3><\/div>

Chapel Hill, NC \u2014 September 30, 2025 \u2014 We are proud to announce that Dr. Clio Rubinos has been awarded the prestigious Annual Zeto Clinical Trial Sponsorship Program for her pioneering research project focused on the use of continuous EEG in Zambia. Dr. Rubinos will lead the PRECISE-Z Study (Pilot Evaluation of Continuous EEG Implementation …<\/p>

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September 29, 2025<\/p>

COMA-F Pilot Study Shows Promise in Supporting Caregivers of ICU Survivors with Severe Brain Injury<\/h3><\/div>

CHAPEL HILL, NC\u00a0\u2014 Two years after Dr. David Y. Hwang and Dr. Alexander Presciutti received a Neurocritical Care Foundation grant to develop an emotional support intervention for caregivers of patients surviving ICU admission for coma, the results are in\u2014and they\u2019re promising. The multisite pilot study of the Coma Family Program (COMA-F)–led by Drs. Hwang (Division …<\/p>

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September 25, 2025<\/p>

UNC Neurology Celebrates APP Excellence in Teaching Award and Nominations<\/h3><\/div>

The UNC Department of Neurology is proud to recognize the exceptional contributions of our Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in the Neurosciences Intensive Care Unit (NSICU) through the 2025 APP Excellence Awards. We extend our warmest congratulations to\u00a0Miriam Camacho Stokes, recipient of the\u00a02025 APP Excellence in Teaching Award, for her outstanding commitment to education, mentorship, and …<\/p>

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\"Qian-Zhou<\/div>

September 24, 2025<\/p>

Promotion – Dr. Qian-Zhou (Jojo) Yang<\/h3><\/div>

UNC Department of Neurology is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Jojo Yang from Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurology to Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology based on excellence in clinical activity, as well as commitment to providing outstanding patient care and strengthening programs within the Department of Neurology. Dr. Yang completed her Bachelor of …<\/p>

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September 24, 2025<\/p>

Promotion – Dr. Tamara Strohm<\/h3><\/div>

UNC Department of Neurology is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Tamara Strohm from Clinical Assistant Professor to Clinical Associate Professor based on her clinical activity and meaningful contributions to advancing patient care and strengthening clinical programs. Dr. Strohm received her Bachelor’s degree in Science from Baylor University in 2009. Next, she earned a …<\/p>

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\"Rebecca<\/div>

September 24, 2025<\/p>

Promotion – Dr. Rebecca Traub<\/h3><\/div>

UNC Department of Neurology is please to announce the promotion of Dr. Rebecca Traub from Clinical Associate Professor to Clinical Professor based on excellence in clinical activity. Dr. Traub completed her Bachelor of Arts degree from Brown University in 2002. Following her BA, Dr. Traub earned a Doctor of Medicine from Brown University School of …<\/p>

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September 22, 2025<\/p>

New Publication Announcement – Dr. Deanna Saylor<\/h3><\/div>

We are proud to share that Dr. Deanna Saylor served on the expert panel that developed the newly revised 2024 McDonald diagnostic criteria for multiple sclerosis, published this week. These updated criteria reflect significant advances in our understanding of MS and incorporate emerging biomarkers to improve diagnostic accuracy across the lifespan\u2014from pediatric to late-life presentations. …<\/p>

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\"Senyene<\/div>

September 22, 2025<\/p>

Congratulations to Dr. Senyene Hunter<\/h3><\/div>

We are pleased to share that Dr. Senyene E. Hunter has been selected to receive the Early-Stage Investigator Travel Scholarship from the Pediatric Epilepsy Research Foundation (PERF). This award will support Dr. Hunter\u2019s attendance at the 2025 American Epilepsy Society Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, where she has been invited to present in the NINDS …<\/p>

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\"Faris<\/div>

September 19, 2025<\/p>

Diagnostician of the Month: Dr. Faris Almubaslat<\/h3><\/div>

Welcome back to the full swing of the academic year! We\u2019re excited to kick things off by recognizing\u00a0Dr. Faris Almubaslat\u00a0as our first\u00a0Diagnostician of the Month. Dr. Almubaslat is honored for not one, but\u00a0two exceptional neurologic diagnoses, made possible through his outstanding neurological examination skills. In the first case, his detection of a Hoffman\u2019s sign\u00a0led to …<\/p>

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August 26, 2025<\/p>

UNC Neurology Physicians Selected as a 2025 Community Health Impact Award<\/h3><\/div>

Celebrating Excellence in Community Health The Community Health and Engagement (CHE) program has recognized outstanding contributions to healthcare access and community partnership with its 2024 awards. Among the honorees are Drs. Clio Rubinos, Thiri Lin, and Joel Callahan, who received the\u00a0Community Health Impact Award\u00a0in the\u00a0Clinic & Practice Impact (Team)\u00a0category. Joining them,\u00a0Dr. Nina Browner\u00a0was honored with …<\/p>

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\"James<\/div>

August 26, 2025<\/p>

Dr. James F. Howard Jr. Leads Groundbreaking Study in Myasthenia Gravis Treatment<\/h3><\/div>

Dr. James F. Howard Jr., Professor of Neurology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, has played a pivotal role as Principal Investigator in the ADAPT SERON study\u2014marking a major advancement in the treatment of generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG). The study, conducted by global immunology company argenx, demonstrated that VYVGART\u00ae …<\/p>

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August 20, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Deanna Saylor Flips the Classroom at the University of Zambia School of Medicine<\/h3><\/div>

Dr. Deanna Saylor joined a group of neurology educational collaborators to test the flipped classroom model at the University of Zambia.<\/p>

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August 11, 2025<\/p>

UNC Researchers Awarded NIH Grant to Investigate Neurocognitive Impairment in People Living with HIV<\/h3><\/div>

Drs. Monica Diaz and Eran Dayan of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have been awarded a new research grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to advance understanding of neurocognitive impairment (NCI) in people living with HIV (PWH). This project aims to address a critical gap in HIV-related neurological research by …<\/p>

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August 1, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Tamara Strohm Honored with Early Career Alumnus Award by Cleveland Clinic Alumni Association<\/h3><\/div>

UNC Neurology is proud to share that\u00a0Dr. Tamara Strohm, Assistant Professor of Neurology, has been honored with the\u00a0Early Career Alumnus Award\u00a0by the\u00a0Cleveland Clinic Alumni Association. This prestigious award recognizes alumni who have demonstrated exceptional professional achievements and leadership early in their careers, while also making meaningful contributions to their communities. A graduate of Cleveland Clinic\u2019s …<\/p>

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July 30, 2025<\/p>

BrightFocus Foundation and Dementia Alliance of North Carolina Launch Strategic Partnership to Advance Alzheimer\u2019s Research<\/h3><\/div>

CHAPEL HILL, NC \u2014 A new partnership between the BrightFocus Foundation\u2019s Alzheimer\u2019s Disease Research program and Dementia Alliance of North Carolina (DANC) is set to accelerate groundbreaking Alzheimer\u2019s research in the state. Together, the organizations will co-fund a $300,000, three-year grant to support the work of Todd Cohen, PhD, associate professor at the University of …<\/p>

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July 21, 2025<\/p>

UNC Hospitals is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care<\/h3><\/div>

The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines\u00ae – Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus with Advanced Therapy with Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care. CHAPEL HILL, NC July 18, 2025 UNC Hospitals …<\/p>

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July 9, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Deanna Saylor Appointed to the Editorial Board of Neurology: Education<\/h3><\/div>

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Deanna Saylor has been invited to join the Editorial Board of\u00a0Neurology: Education, a premier peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing the science of teaching, learning, and training in neurology and neuroscience. Neurology: Education\u00a0serves as a vital forum for educators, clinicians, and trainees, publishing high-quality research, reviews, and editorials on …<\/p>

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June 24, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Tamara Strohm Awarded Innovation Grant to Advance Neurology Education<\/h3><\/div>

The UNC Neurology is pleased to announce that Dr. Tamara Strohm, MD, with support from Dr. Lynn Liu and the neurosurgery department\u2019s Dr. Carlos David, has been awarded an Innovation Grant for her project, \u201cNeurology Clinical Bricks for Continuity, Collaboration, and Scholarship.\u201d This initiative aligns with the School of Medicine\u2019s Accelerate Forward Together Education Pillar …<\/p>

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June 3, 2025<\/p>

Celebrating Innovation and Collaboration at the Second Annual Neurology Day 2025<\/h3><\/div>

The Kenan Conference Center was abuzz with energy and innovation on May 22, 2025, as UNC Neurology hosted the Second Annual Neurology Day\u2014an event dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge research, fostering collaboration, and celebrating achievements in the field of neurology. This year\u2019s event saw an impressive 54 abstracts submitted, reflecting a vibrant and diverse research community. …<\/p>

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June 3, 2025<\/p>

Promotion – Dr. Yael Shiloh-Malawsky<\/h3><\/div>

UNC Department of Neurology is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Yael Shiloh-Malawsky from Clinical Associate Professor to Clinical Professor based on excellence in clinical activity. Dr. Shiloh-Malawsky earned a BSc in Medical Sciences in 1995 and a Doctor of Medicine Degree in 1998 from Sackler School of Medicine in Tel Aviv, Israel. Next, …<\/p>

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June 3, 2025<\/p>

Promotion – Dr. Jorge L. Almod\u00f3var-Su\u00e1rez<\/h3><\/div>

UNC Neurology is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Jorge L. Almod\u00f3var-Su\u00e1rez from Clinical Associate Professor to Clinical Professor based on excellence in clinical activity. Dr. Almod\u00f3var completed an accelerated program into medical school in 2002 and a Doctor of Medicine degree in 2006 from the University of Puerto Rico. Next, Dr. Almod\u00f3var completed …<\/p>

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May 27, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Soma Sengupta Named New Chair of the Department of Neurology at Tufts University<\/h3><\/div>

Dr. Soma Sengupta, MD, PhD, MBA, FRCP, FANA, FAAN will join Tufts Medical Center (Tufts MC) as Chair of the Department of Neurology and Neurologist-in-Chief in September 2025. She has been proposed as Chair and Professor of Neurology at Tufts University School of Medicine (TUSM). She currently serves as Professor and Chief for the Division …<\/p>

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May 27, 2025<\/p>

Duke\/UNC ADRC Scholar Reveals Fewer Americans Are Developing Dementia – But More Are Living With It<\/h3><\/div>

An analysis of Medicare data, led by researchers at the UNC School of Medicine, Duke University School of Medicine, and University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, reveals that new dementia cases are falling but the number of people living with dementia is rising.<\/p>

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\"Yen-Yu<\/div>

May 27, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Ian Shih Developing Improved, Silent MRI for Better Brain Imaging<\/h3><\/div>

NIH highlights UNC Neurology researcher\u2019s newly developed silent functional MRI (fMRI) technique created to improve biomedical research.<\/p>

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May 19, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Deanna Saylor Honored with Patrick A. Griffith Outstanding Mentor Award by SEQUINS 2025<\/h3><\/div>

Dr. Deanna Saylor recently received the Patrick A. Griffith Outstanding Mentor Award and Lecture from SEQUINS 2025 for her work “Mentoring in Low-& Middle-Income Countries: Pathways to Improving Global Neurological Equity”.\u00a0 Dr. Deanna Saylor has been recognized for her exceptional dedication to fostering the next generation of researchers in equity neuroscience, receiving the prestigious Patrick …<\/p>

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\"Varina<\/div>

May 19, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Boerwinkle Contributes Expertise to The Atlantic Article: “The Mother Who Never Stopped Believing Her Son Was Still There”<\/h3><\/div>

For decades, Eve Baer remained convinced that her son, unresponsive after a severe brain injury, was still conscious. Science eventually proved her right.<\/p>

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May 14, 2025<\/p>

UNC Neurology Celebrates Opening of New Pediatric Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Clinic<\/h3><\/div>

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 neurology facilities at Carolina Pointe …<\/p>

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May 6, 2025<\/p>

Drs. Diaz & Saylor Lead Global Research in HIV-Associated Cognitive Disorders & MS<\/h3><\/div>

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.\u00a0<\/p>

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May 2, 2025<\/p>

UNC Medical Student Aisha Mahmood Receives American Academy of Neurology Medical Student Research Award<\/h3><\/div>

Aisha Mahmood, a dedicated medical student at the University of North Carolina with a keen interest in neurology and global health, 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 globally. Mahmood’s research tackles a critical …<\/p>

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April 25, 2025<\/p>

Anita Frohlich: Inaugural Recipient of the Dr. Susan Wilson Award<\/h3><\/div>

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 for her Social Work Practicum …<\/p>

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April 15, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Clio Rubinos – A Journey Rooted in Passion<\/h3><\/div>

Born and raised in Peru, where she completed her medical training, Dr. Clio Rubinos has \u00a0always 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 of neurocritical care and epilepsy, …<\/p>

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\"David<\/div>

April 9, 2025<\/p>

Hwang Elected as Fellow of the American Heart Association<\/h3><\/div>

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 of the AHA mission to …<\/p>

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April 9, 2025<\/p>

Hwang Co-Mentoring New American Heart Association Career Development Award Recipient<\/h3><\/div>

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, \u201cTrustworthy Artificial Intelligence for Post-Cardiac Arrest Neuroprognosis.\u201d\u00a0 The award recipient, Morteza Zabihi, DSc, MSc, and his primary mentor, Eric Rosenthal, MD, are members of the …<\/p>

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April 9, 2025<\/p>

Paper Alert: Implementation of 2HELPS2B Seizure Risk Score<\/h3><\/div>

A new article out of Neurology\u00ae Clinical Practice investigates\u00a0using 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 for these patients, it demands …<\/p>

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April 9, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Monica Diaz awarded the Mridha Spirit of Neurology Humanitarian Award<\/h3><\/div>

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 altruism, compassion, integrity, and leadership. …<\/p>

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April 8, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Vinay Chaudhry Honored with AINA’s Prestigious Kapil Sethi Teaching Award<\/h3><\/div>

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 work. The committee highlighted his …<\/p>

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April 2, 2025<\/p>

Carolina Care from UNC Pardee<\/h3><\/div>

Our UNC Health Pardee partners recently spotlighted the work that Drs. LaRoche, Sheikh and Callahan are coordinating between Chapel Hill and Pardee. UNC Health Pardee’s partnership with UNC Health allows Pardee to deliver specialized neurologic care while reducing travel for patients. Dr. Suzette Laroche, MD, UNC School of Medicine, works in partnership with Pardee’s neurology …<\/p>

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April 1, 2025<\/p>

Dr. Yen-Yu Ian Shih Inducted into the 2025 Class of the AIMBE College of Fellows<\/h3><\/div>

  WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014 The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) has announced the induction of Yen-Yu I. Shih, Ph.D., Professor of Department of Neurology at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to its College of Fellows. Election to the AIMBE College of Fellows is among the highest professional distinctions accorded to medical …<\/p>

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April 1, 2025<\/p>

UNC Undergraduates Delve into Cutting-Edge Neurological Disease Treatments<\/h3><\/div>

A unique course at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is providing undergraduate students with an in-depth exploration of the latest advancements in neurological disease research and treatment. Titled “Next-Generation Treatments for Neurological Diseases,” the course offers a rigorous examination of five critical conditions: Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Glioblastoma, ALS, and Schizophrenia. The curriculum, tailored …<\/p>

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\"James<\/div>

March 28, 2025<\/p>

Dr. James F. Howard Jr. inducted into the Order of the Golden Fleece<\/h3><\/div>

Dr. James F. Howard Jr., was one of six School of Medicine members inducted into the Order of the Golden Fleece.<\/p>

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March 26, 2025<\/p>

Neurology Walks for Epilepsy + Beats Duke!<\/h3><\/div>

This weekend, our epilepsy team participated in the Epilepsy Foundation Walk, and it was a huge success! Over 300 participants joined in, and UNC exceeded its fundraising goal \u2014 thank you to everyone who donated! The event was filled with games, music, inspiring patient stories, and meaningful moments shared by families and caregivers. Ramses had …<\/p>

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March 26, 2025<\/p>

2025 UNC Hospital & UNC Faculty Physicians Award for Carolina Care Excellence<\/h3><\/div>

Each year, UNC Hospitals & UNC Faculty Physicians celebrate the empathy and expertise of our physicians and advanced practice providers. Congratulations to this year\u2019s honorees of the 2025 UNC Hospitals & UNC Faculty Physicians Award for Carolina Care Excellence, named below. UNC Hospitals administers the Press Ganey Medical Practice survey to solicit feedback from our …<\/p>

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March 26, 2025<\/p>

World-renowned Physician Travels to UNC Health for Brain Tumor Care<\/h3><\/div>

\u201cIt is because of Dr Jobe\u2019s research that many premature infants are alive today, including my older daughter. It has been an honor to take care of Dr Jobe.\u201d Dr. Alan Jobe is a world-renowned neonatologist and frequent invited guest speaker at various symposiums around the world. You would never guess that nearly six years …<\/p>

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March 24, 2025<\/p>

New Grant Awarded to Improve Post-Discharge Stroke Care<\/h3><\/div>

Faculty within UNC Neurology collaborated with the Comprehensive Stroke Center + the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) to submit a proposal to NC Department of Human Health Services to improve post-discharge stroke care. The Paul Coverdell National Acute Stroke Program aims to provide funds to private, public, and non-profit organizational; and local governmental …<\/p>

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March 24, 2025<\/p>

MATCHED! Next cohort of Neurology Residents Trainees Announced<\/h3><\/div>

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. We eagerly anticipate witnessing their …<\/p>

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March 4, 2025<\/p>

UNC Neurology Impresses at the 2025 NCNS Conference<\/h3><\/div>

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 starting Friday, February 28th for …<\/p>

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February 28, 2025<\/p>

Residency Coordinator, Sharon Ward, Completes GME Leadership Academy<\/h3><\/div>

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 for completing this program. UNC …<\/p>

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\"David<\/div>

February 25, 2025<\/p>

A Fresh Approach to Family-Centered Care for Adult ICUs<\/h3><\/div>

Co-led by UNC School of Medicine\u2019s David Y. Hwang, MD, newly released updated guidelines from the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) reveal how family centered care for adult ICUs is paramount and an invaluable approach.<\/p>

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February 25, 2025<\/p>

Drs Vibhor Krishna & Daniel Roque Travel to India for Educational Symposium on Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound<\/h3><\/div>

Dr. Vibhor Krishna and Dr. Daniel Roque travel to New Delhi to celebrate a landmark development for neurological care in India and present at the \u201cTransforming Neuroscience: MR-Guided HIFU \u2013 A Game Changer\u201d Symposium.<\/p>

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February 10, 2025<\/p>

2025 – 2026 Adult Neurology Chief Resident Announcement<\/h3><\/div>

Congratulations to our 2025 – 2026 Chief Neurology Residents: Ray Jhun, Sean Hamill, and Tricia Factora! The new chief residents will predominantly be working towards plans for the upcoming academic year and will assume their full chief responsibilities in May 2025.<\/p>

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February 7, 2025<\/p>

Digital Art Therapy Application Designed to Improve Mood in AYA Brain Cancer Survivors<\/h3><\/div>

Researchers from the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and the University of Cincinnati developed an art therapy application to help improve quality of life in young adult cancer survivorship patients.<\/p>

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February 7, 2025<\/p>

Drs. Lau & Hwang Outline New Research Priorities in Neuropalliative Care<\/h3><\/div>

Neurologists Winnie K. Lau, MD, and David Y. Hwang, MD, highlight needed research in the emerging field of neuropalliative care.<\/p>

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\"Matthew<\/div>

February 3, 2025<\/p>

Promotion – Dr. Matthew Sharrock<\/h3><\/div>

UNC Neurology is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Matthew Sharrock from Clinical Assistant Professor to Clinical Associate Professor based on excellence in clinical activity. Dr. Sharrock’s work focuses on neurocritical care, traumatic brain injury, intracranial hemorrhage, acute ischemic stroke, neurogenetic shock, and acute neuromuscular weakness. Additionally, Dr. Sharrock serves as the Director of …<\/p>

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January 14, 2025<\/p>

ENVISION Research Fellowship<\/h3><\/div>

The Eastern North Carolina and Southern Virginia RegIonal Stroke trIal cONsortium (ENVISION) is seeking applicants for a 1-year, $50,000 research fellowship. The fellowship application is open to clinical fellows or junior faculty members who are interested in stroke clinical research and has a minimum of 50% protected time for research. This support can be used …<\/p>

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December 20, 2024<\/p>

December 2024 Department Newsletter<\/h3><\/div>

The final Neurology Department quarterly newsletter is here! Read all about division updates, faculty promotions, and staff celebrations. Happy Holidays!  <\/p>

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December 4, 2024<\/p>

Neurology Residents Present at the 8th Annual UNC Heart Brain Connection Conference<\/h3><\/div>

Drs. Tricia Factora and Amanda Crooks presented at the 8th annual UNC Heart Brain Connection Conference on Friday November 22, 2024. The conference is hosted by the UNC Health Care Stroke and Chest Pain Centers to connect with UNC emergency medical personnel. Dr. Factora Dr. Factora is a 3rd year Neurology resident at UNC Chapel …<\/p>

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November 19, 2024<\/p>

Dr. Soma Sengupta Selected as Mayfield Scholar by the Mayfield Education & Research Foundation<\/h3><\/div>

Dr. Soma Sengupta, Division Chief of Neuro-Oncology in the Department of Neurology, and Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Neurosurgery, was selected by the Mayfield Foundation as the first Mayfield Scholar, enabling Dr. Sengupta to dedicate a significate portion of her practice to brain tumor research.<\/p>

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\"Senyene<\/div>

November 13, 2024<\/p>

Dr. Senyene Hunter Co-Chairs the ECHO Project<\/h3><\/div>

Dr. Senyene Hunter has been appointed as co-chair for The (Not So Rare) Epilepsies Series: Bringing Genetic Diagnosis with Complex Care – 2025.\u00a0 The ECHO seeks to enhance the knowledge, skills and confidence of health care practitioners treating these patients nationwide. The program launches January 22nd and is recruiting adult and pediatric neurologists, epileptologists, RNs, …<\/p>

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November 13, 2024<\/p>

Low-Frequency Focused Ultrasound Donation Allows UNC to Enroll Brain Tumor Patients in a New Clinical Trial<\/h3><\/div>

Thanks to a generous philanthropic gift from Nancy and Tom Chewning, UNC Health is now among the select few health systems in the United States to have a full spectrum of focused ultrasound equipment for image-guided brain surgery.<\/p>

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November 1, 2024<\/p>

Promotion – Dr. Anahit Mehrabyan<\/h3><\/div>

UNC Neurology is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Anahit Mehrabyan from Clinical Assistant Professor to Clinical Associate Professor based on excellence in clinical activity. Dr. Mehrabyan’s work focuses on muscular disorders, both acquired and genetic. The impact of her work is demonstrated by the Muscular Dystrophy Association interdisciplinary clinic she established at UNC …<\/p>

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October 28, 2024<\/p>

Dr. Julia Carlson named as Editor for the NeuroICU Board Review Book, 2e<\/h3><\/div>

The Department of Neurology is pleased to announce that Dr. Julia Carlson was recruited to the position of editor for the NeuroICU Board Review Book, 2nd edition, as a neurocritical care fellow due to her interest in neurocritical care education. This review has been an opportunity to expand and improve the first edition of the …<\/p>

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October 24, 2024<\/p>

Dr. Shih’s lab awarded W.M. Keck Foundation Grant for Research<\/h3><\/div>

UNC-Chapel Hill faculty members Ian Shih and Adam Hantman, along with John Krakauer from Johns Hopkins University, are working on improving outcomes for people with brain damage thanks to a recently awarded $1.3 million grant from the W.M. Keck Foundation.<\/p>

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\"Clio<\/div>

October 23, 2024<\/p>

Promotion – Dr. Clio Rubinos<\/h3><\/div>

UNC Neurology is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Clio Rubinos from Clinical Assistant Professor to Clinical Associate Professor based on excellence in clinical activity. Dr. Rubinos is a member of the Neurocritical Care & Epilepsy Divisions and Director of the Post-acute Symptomatic (PASS) clinic as well as the Co-Director of the Global Health …<\/p>

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October 22, 2024<\/p>

Dr. James F. Howard, Jr., Receives AANEM’s 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award<\/h3><\/div>

Dr. James F. Howard, Jr., was presented with the AANEM’s 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award at the AANEM’s annual meeting on October 15 – 18. This award is the highest honor bestowed by AANEM and recognizes major contributors in neuromuscular (NM) and electrodiagnostic (EDX) medicine. Dr. Howard has received this honor for his substantial impact in …<\/p>

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\"James<\/div>

October 22, 2024<\/p>

Dr. James Howard, Jr. Honored as the 2024 Distinguished Academic Achievement Award<\/h3><\/div>

On Friday, October 18, 2024, Dr. James F. Howard, Jr., M.D., FAAN was recognized as a recipient of the 2024 Distinguished Academic Achievement Award by the University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine Alumni Association. The Distinguished Academic Achievement Award is presented to alumni in recognition of outstanding scientific or academic achievement. Dr. Howard is …<\/p>

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