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The Department of Neurology at Mayo Clinic in Arizona is a highly
integrated, collaborative department of neurologists who specialize
in the diagnosis, treatment and research of conditions and diseases
affecting the nervous system.
The department has a number of specialty clinics comprised of professionals
dedicated to improving the quality of life for those affected by
neurologic diseases. Neurology physicians are also engaged in research
projects involving their areas of interest, including new and investigational
drugs.
The Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center is an integral
part of the Department of Neurology that is committed to the comprehensive
care of persons affected by Parkinson's Disease, tremor, dystonia,
Huntington's disease and other movement disorders. Multiple research
studies also are under way.
The center is comprised of an integrated team, including neurologists,
a nurse practitioner, registered nurses, physical therapists, occupational
therapists and speech therapists. Specialized treatments, including
oral medications, botulinum toxin and deep brain stimulation surgery
are employed. The goal of the team is to provide excellent compassionate
care to each patient while improving quality of life.
Each consultant has considerable experience in evaluating and treating
patients with complex neurological disorders, and each has individual
clinical and research interests and expertise.
Mayo Clinic has a very sophisticated, well-developed, electronic
medical record system. The system, which covers both inpatient and
outpatient medical interactions, is integrated throughout all Mayo
campuses and facilities. It allows for rapid retrieval of all clinical,
laboratory and imaging studies for patients. A robust department
intranet site provides ready access to extensive online resources
for neurological education.
The staff has collectively published hundreds of manuscripts in
peer-reviewed journals and contributed towards many well-known books.
Specific expertise of members of the staff and the reputation of
Mayo Clinic leads to a high volume practice with a high proportion
of patients with complex and challenging medical problems. The experience
of the staff, coupled with the high-quality, integrated and efficient
practices of all clinical and laboratory specialties, makes Mayo
Clinic one of the finest clinical practices of medicine in the world.
Program Director
You will receive guidance from the program director, who will provide
comprehensive educational advice and personal support. The program
director also serves as a contact point, introducing you and your
family to Mayo Clinic and the communities in which you will train.
Visiting Professors
Many prominent professors visit Mayo Clinic each year. They present
their work during scheduled conferences. Residents and fellows are
encouraged to take full advantage of these opportunities to interact
with experts from other academic centers.
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