Welcome to Neurology at The University of Chicago Medical Center! The Department of Neurology at The University of Chicago
Medical Center has a great history and tradition, having made significant contributions to neurological training, clinical
care, and the basic understanding of neurological disease. In the past 10 years there have been tremendous changes in the
fields of neurology, neuroscience, and genetics. These changes include vast technological advances in treatment and
insights into molecular and cellular pathogenesis of neurological disease. At The University of Chicago Medical Center we
are now well positioned to apply this knowledge to make important advances in translational neuroscience research. With the
right choices, we will be able to lead the way in this era of evolving therapeutic strategies, and train the next
generation of academic neurologists to provide these treatments.
As a patient or referring physician you will be pleased to meet the finest combination of well-informed, compassionate
physicians eager to provide care and answer questions about the latest advances we and others are making in neurology
research. As a trainee you will be inspired by the tremendous concern we place on educating the future neurologists and
translational neuroscientists of the world. Our faculty and staff are excited to be in this position of responsibility in
this particularly exciting moment in medical history. In these times more than ever we find ourselves able to both
participate in making the latest breakthroughs in biomedical research and translating these breakthroughs into improvements
in clinical care.
Recognized as one of the top neurology programs in the United States (#14 nationwide)*, neurology
services at The University of Chicago Medical Center combine clinical expertise with state-of-the-art therapies and
groundbreaking research. Here, experts in all facets of neurology provide compassionate care to patients and families, using
the most advanced and promising approaches to manage diseases of the nervous system. Behind the scenes, physicians and
basic scientists delve into the causes and workings of specific neurologic disorders as they aim to find more effective
treatments for these chronic conditions. Medical science is truly interwoven with patient care, as physicians here are able
to bring new understanding of the disease processes and the very newest therapies to the treatment of these challenging
diseases. Patients take comfort knowing that they have access to the newest, most promising solutions for complex
neurological disorders.
U.S. News World Report - Best Hospitals*
Many patients turn to The University of Chicago Medical Center for solutions, after seeking help elsewhere. Others come to
us because of puzzling symptoms or for a second diagnostic opinion. Our advanced neurophysiology lab and other
sophisticated diagnostic resources — coupled with physicians' experience and expertise — refines the diagnosis of
neurological disorders.
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