Congratulations to Dr. Irene Malaty on the publication of “An overview of transcranial direct current stimulation for tic symptoms in Tourette’s syndrome,” which appears in the August issue of Expert Reviews of Neurotherapeutics.| neurology.ufl.edu
This compelling video tells the inspiring story of Dr. Vinata Vedam-Mai, whose journey began with a childhood shaped by her mother, a passionate dance teacher. After her mother was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, Dr. Vedam-Mai’s personal experience fueled her groundbreaking research in immunotherapy for the disease. Through her innovative approach, she has found a unique way…| neurology.ufl.edu
At the age of 9, Austin was diagnosed with dystonia. He underwent deep-brain stimulation, or DBS, at the UF Health Fixel Institute. During DBS, electrodes were implanted in Austin’s brain to disrupt the abnormal brain signals causing Austin’s debilitating and painful muscle contractions. Now 24, Austin’s dystonia is controlled, and he lives a fulfilling and…| neurology.ufl.edu
Congratulations to Drs. Kelly Foote, Justin Hilliard, Michael Okun and Dawn Bowers on the publication of “Screening for a “trifecta” of executive function patterns in a large cohort of individuals with Parkinson’s disease,” which appears in the August edition of the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society. Abstract Objective: This study examined three neurocognitive patterns or…| neurology.ufl.edu
AHA Heart Walk: Sep 28th, Celebration Pointe, event open at 8am UF Health Benefits & Wellness Fair: Oct 11th, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, 9am-2pm UF Health Women’s Wellness Event: Oct 16th,Hilton UF Conference Center, 3pm-6:30pm World Stroke Day: Oct 29th, HVNM Lobby, 10am-1pm JBF Safe Kids Day: Nov 9th, Legacy Community Center, 9am-1pm| neurology.ufl.edu
Congratulations to Dr. Michael Okun on the publication of “Standard of care, falling short: Patient views on accessing physical therapy for Parkinson’s disease,” which appears in the October 2025 issue of Parkinsonism & Related Disorders. Abstract There is a robust and growing body of evidence demonstrating the benefits of physical therapy (PT) for enhancing mobility…| neurology.ufl.edu
Join the Gator Brainwaves on October 11, 2025, by scanning the QR code. The Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, and we are rallying to support the more than 6 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s. This cause is close to many of our hearts, and it’s a crucial time…| neurology.ufl.edu
Congratulations Drs. Melissa Armstrong and David Vaillencourt on the publication of “Sex and ethnicity in early‐onset Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers and global function,” which appears in the August edition of Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Diagnosis, Assessment & Disease Monitoring. Abstract Early‐onset Alzheimer’s disease (EOAD) may have distinct biomarker and clinical features from late‐onset AD (LOAD). EOAD is…| neurology.ufl.edu
