Deep Brain Stimulation Support Group
2026-02-20 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-15 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Meadowmont Village Clinic, 300 Meadowmont Village Circle, Suite 202, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517, United States
The UNC Movement Disorders team has a quarterly Deep Brain Stimulation Support Group for those who are considering DBS and those who have been living with DBS for many years. We meet each quarter on Fridays from 1:00 – 2:30 pm. The first half hour is dedicated to education led by Wess Crutchfield, RN our movement disorders nurse and the last hour is focused on sharing of experiences and dialogue between those considering DBS and those who already have it facilitated by Maggie Ivancic, MSW, LCSW. If you are interested in learning more and registering for our upcoming dates please contact Maggie to be added to the communication list serv at mivancic@neurology.unc.edu or 919-843-2777.

Deep Brain Stimulation & Focused Ultrasound Symposium of the Carolinas
2026-03-21 | Carolina Club
We are excited to announce our upcoming event, the Deep Brain Stimulation & Focused Ultrasound Symposium of the Carolinas taking place on March 21st, 2026, at the Carolina Club in Chapel Hill, NC. This symposium aims to bring together neurosurgeons, neurologists, fellows, residents, scientists, and engineers from across North and South Carolina to foster clinical and research collaboration in neuromodulation. We are anticipating a broad regional participation and a dynamic day of interactive sessions, invited talks, and trainee presentations.

Saturday, March 21, 2026
8:30AM – 4:00pm EST
The Carolina Club
150 Stadium Dr.
Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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Keynote Speakers

We are honored to welcome two internationally recognized leaders:
• Dr. Günther Deuschl – a leading neurologist with extensive expertise in deep brain stimulation (DBS) and movement disorders.

• Dr. Kullervo Hynynen – a pioneering scientist and inventor whose work has been foundational to focused ultrasound (FUS).
If you are interested in partnering with us, have any questions, or would like more details, please contact Dr. Vibhor Krishna at vibhor_krishna@med.unc.edu or Melissa Polston at melissa_polston@med.unc.edu

We would be delighted to include you in this exciting educational event.
Warm regards,
Dr. Vibhor Krishna and Dr. Daniel Roque
