Department of Neurology Archive — Page 10 of 14
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May 30, 2018
Vanderbilt Multiple Sclerosis Center opens relapse clinic
The Vanderbilt Multiple Sclerosis Center has opened a relapse clinic that offers expedited access for patients experiencing disease flare-ups. -
May 7, 2018
Study provides robust evidence of sex differences with Alzheimer’s gene
The APOE gene, the strongest genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease, may play a more prominent role in disease development among women than men, according to new research from the Vanderbilt Memory and Alzheimer’s Center. -
April 26, 2018
Initiative for young adults with autism adds distance learning
The leaders of a new Vanderbilt initiative for young adults with autism are looking to expand its reach through distance learning. Launched a year ago to primarily serve Middle Tennessee residents, Spectrum Pathways has generated out-of-state interest with some participants flying into Nashville to take part. -
March 5, 2018
Nine new endowed chair recipients honored
Nine Vanderbilt University faculty members named to endowed chairs were honored during a celebration at the Student Life Center Feb. 28. -
February 26, 2018
Cannabis compound reduces seizures
Cannabidiol (CBD) oils reduced seizures in patients with difficult-to-treat epilepsy, Vanderbilt investigators have found. -
February 8, 2018
Neurology’s Davis blends modesty, clinical excellence
Thomas “Tom” Davis, MD, enjoys archery when he’s not treating people with movement disorders. -
December 18, 2017
Brain lesions and criminal behavior linked to moral decision-making network
When brain lesions occur within the brain network responsible for morality and value-based decision-making, they can predispose a person toward criminal behavior, according to new research by Ryan Darby, MD, assistant professor of Neurology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC).