https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Apps/News/rss/SchoolofMedicine/Neurology50 most recent storiesen-US406fe21d-4025-4aa9-b633-2e8e30a72592https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=murray-to-be-honored-at-investiture-ceremonyThe West Virginia Health Sciences family is invited to join the School of Medicine in honoring Ann Marie Murray, M.D., as the Hubert A. & Hazel L. Shaffer Clinical Professorship in Neurology. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-03-30T10:19:17-04:009d8219d3-39e1-4822-8fcd-c47eb8ad4421https://www.wvnews.com/statejournal/news/top_story/recognizing-brain-injuries-experts-emphasize-early-intervention-and-modern-care/article_250131e1-5460-4b7c-98ec-291c54da71c6.htmlAs March marks Brain Injury Awareness Month, medical professionals are emphasizing the importance of early recognition and modern treatment protocols for those who sufer head trauma.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-03-16T12:24:34-04:000f8f34b2-7825-457d-b625-a6f8094526bbhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-innews-wvu-medicine-opens-rockefeller-neuroscience-institute-athighlandsWVU Medicine has officially opened the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute at The Highlands, marking a significant advancement in healthcare for the Northern Panhandle. The new location features significantly more space than the former office at Wheeling Hospital in Wheeling, West Virginia. It is now home to the neurology department, while neurosurgery will remain at the hospital. Douglass Harrison, president and CEO of WVU Medicine North Region, and Dr. David Watson, vice chairman of the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute attended the ribbon cutting.Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-09T10:53:10-05:00a4450aef-67ab-4493-b699-a04750425a9dhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=javier-c-rdenas-m-d-named-chair-ofwvu-school-of-medicine-department-of-neurologysomempowerJavier F. Cárdenas, M.D., a nationally renowned expert in sports neurology, concussion and traumatic brain injury, has been named chair of the West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Neurology, effective Feb. 2.Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-29T09:28:51-05:002b639b2f-1394-4b0b-ada7-da6d7aa046f9https://www.wvnews.com/wvumedicine/wvu-rockefeller-neuroscience-institute-neurologist-helps-launch-paraguay-s-first-national-teleneurology-and-telestroke-network/article_12280a44-de9f-405e-83aa-5eaa03fe7c8f.htmlDr. Adcock, a vascular neurologist at the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI), is serving as a consultant and collaborator for Paraguay's first-ever national teleneurology and telestroke program — a milestone that is changing how stroke care is delivered across the country.Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-19T15:21:05-05:00f8b6746b-bc95-4aa2-8d4d-68646db51f47https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-offers-increased-opportunities-for-residents-and-fellows-through-expansions-tsomenagaeAs medical students around the country participate in interviews to determine where they will complete their specialized medical training, the West Virginia University School of Medicine recently announced increased opportunities through expansions to several graduate medical education programs.Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-11-21T13:15:45-05:00b57870ad-f123-4cb2-86c5-9392634771bchttps://www.wtap.com/2025/10/24/first-day-parkinsons-disease-movement-disorder-symposium/The first day of the Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Symposium took place at the Grand Central Church of Christ in Vienna.Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-10-28T13:05:55-04:0014745280-ac63-4f5c-8d46-1dc761ef7624https://www.wvctsi.org/news/story?headline=wvctsi-names-new-faculty-leadership-team-for-clinical-studies-coreThe West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute (WVCTSI) has named Umer Najib, MD, FAAN, FAHS, associate professor in the West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Neurology and Tony Realini, MD, MPH, associate professor in the WVU School of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology, as the new co-directors of its Clinical Research Resources and Facilities (CRRF) Core.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-10-13T16:22:29-04:0031f7505d-b217-4710-a5ce-3d3779b2da18https://www.spreaker.com/episode/talkline-august-25-2025--67508219Dr. Javier Cardenas talks about a new initiative with Marion County Schools aimed at making football safer.Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-09-09T08:43:56-04:0052dfc463-d58b-4018-806e-7863e7912b28https://wvmetronews.com/2025/08/25/wvu-rockefeller-neuroscience-institute-riddell-initiate-groundbreaking-football-helmet-program/A partnership between the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute and football helmet manufacturer Riddell will use the best helmets available and a data tracking system to improve safety for middle and high school tackle football programs in Marion County.Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-09-09T08:43:46-04:0098d0e6ab-043f-431c-bc88-308b934fbb3dhttps://knowridge.com/2025/08/how-light-affects-your-brain-a-scientists-story-and-breakthroughs/Dr. Randy J. Nelson is one of the world's top experts on how our body clocks, called circadian rhythms, affect our brain and health. In a new interview for the Innovators & Ideas series by Genomic Press, Dr. Nelson talks about his life, his research, and what we can do to stay healthy in a world full of artificial light.Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-09-09T08:43:35-04:008ff8843c-2417-418d-96e2-ef739cf6337ahttps://www.post-gazette.com/news/health/2025/08/16/lead-memory-alzheimers-association/stories/202508170015A new study has found that people who lived in areas with high levels of leaded gasoline emissions in the 1960s and '70s are more likely to report memory problems today — a finding that researchers say could deepen our understanding of environmental risks tied to dementia.Tue, 19 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-08-19T10:58:53-04:0078d42dfb-ff01-48c6-b29d-60fbe171c95chttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=school-of-medicine-announces-faculty-promotions-for-2025The West Virginia University School of Medicine recently awarded more than 60 faculty members across 20 departments promotions that were effective July 1, 2025. Department faculty members awarded associate professor and professor status are as follows:Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-07-22T09:24:48-04:00b3399c7a-13f9-4f59-a88c-096fe07e8f1chttps://www.earth.com/news/hidden-health-crisis-how-artificial-light-disrupts-our-bodies/We all know sleep is important, but what if simply flipping on a light at the wrong time could do more than just make you tired? What if artificial light could change the way your body fights illness, how your brain processes emotion, or how you recover from surgery?Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-07-22T08:43:42-04:00c0b96aab-5a44-4ac3-ab12-cda26c9aba9dhttps://www.wvgazettemail.com/news/health/as-wv-celebrates-decrease-in-fatal-overdoses-experts-urge-caution-more-focus/article_fc735953-6a64-4f3e-bbe8-43dfb1762a58.htmlAs WV celebrates decrease in fatal overdoses, experts urge caution, more focusTue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-07-22T08:41:29-04:00af52ea4f-e089-4afa-ad62-c006d08c3f0chttps://www.wvnews.com/wvumedicine/wvu-rockefeller-neuroscience-institute-joins-nationwide-effort-to-improve-post-acute-care-for-traumatic-brain/article_8a6e0025-9227-4f49-866b-e60416d4bae9.htmlThe WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) is joining leading clinics nationwide in a pioneering effort to improve post-acute care for traumatic brain injury patients through a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach.Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-07-22T09:15:38-04:00077954b3-ea58-4c3a-bf33-08a362cd1197https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=murray-named-to-hubert-and-hazel-l-shaffer-clinical-professorshipsomempowerAnn Marie Murray, M.D., a professor in the West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Neurology and the WVU Rockefeller Neurosciences Institute (RNI), has been named to the Hubert A. and Hazel L. Shaffer Clinical Professorship.Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-06-17T13:03:14-04:00dabd4fce-e323-4dd1-b74c-74cda202efe9https://www.aha.org/advancing-health-podcast/2025-05-30-bringing-virtual-behavioral-health-care-access-rural-youth-west-virginiaAccess to youth and adolescent behavioral health care is a major challenge facing rural communities. In this conversation, Adrienne Coopey, D.O., a child and adolescent psychiatrist at the West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, discusses how a fully virtual collaborative care model is helping deliver early behavioral health interventions and improve access and outcomes for children across West Virginia.Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-06-02T11:16:21-04:00ea2cd36e-ecd1-4f90-8892-3162b40627e4https://wvumedicine.org/news-feed/news-article/WVU-Medicine/Front-Page/wvu-rockefeller-neuroscience-institute-chair-dr-ali-rezai-receives-prestigious-ellis-island-medal-of-honor/someducate West Virginia University today announced that Ali Rezai, M.D., executive chair of the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI), has received the 2025 Ellis Island Medal of Honor. Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-23T11:22:24-04:00b371e3ad-8b01-4829-bb22-5029fae6e6fahttps://www.wtap.com/2025/04/25/parkinsons-life-beyond-diagnosis-part-5-deep-brain-stimulation-doctors-perspective-treating-pd/Neurologist Dr. Muhammad Husain says the first step when treating Parkinson's disease is medication.Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-29T09:42:24-04:009b4ed3b5-3595-4867-86da-148a8da90e42https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-fosters-community-and-connection-for-parkinson-s-patients-through-dancesomenagaeMusic, movement and a shared sense of community filled the Erickson Alumni Center as West Virginia University hosted the Dance for Parkinson's Disease (PD)® event, an internationally recognized program aimed at improving the lives of individuals with Parkinson's disease and their care partners. Wed, 09 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-11T15:20:59-04:00d64ea340-d521-4a40-9e5c-93f90c3fcc59https://wvumedicine.org/news-feed/news-article/WVU-Medicine/Press-Releases/wvu-rockefeller-neuroscience-institute-joins-next-phase-of-groundbreaking-aneurysm-device-trial/somhealThe WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) has joined a multicenter FDA study to evaluate an aneurysm treatment that could potentially offer a safer and more effective alternative to traditional methods. Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-02-07T14:59:35-05:0029871799-cfdb-4688-b8d6-f6a16cff0b67https://www.wsj.com/podcasts/wsj-the-future-of-everything/could-ultrasound-help-treat-addiction/53331d54-aa38-4e6f-afdf-48c7fd1b3ecaThe future of addiction treatment could be in treating the brain itself. The Wall Street Journal, "The Future of Everything" podcast featuring Dr. Ali Rezai, explains how it works and how it could change the science of treating addiction.  Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-01-28T08:41:17-05:0017b49ca5-cfc0-4b86-9843-931390855520https://www.nbcnews.com/now/video/domestic-violence-survivors-receive-treatment-for-brain-injuries-226695237544The Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute at West Virginia University is working to treat domestic violence survivors for any brain injuries. NBC News' Kate Snow spoke with a survivor who is receiving treatment.Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-17T09:32:09-05:0097c309f4-3e87-477e-91f1-c164c771d073https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=call-for-submissions-for-medical-humanities-magazine-synapsesThe West Virginia University Department of Neurology would like to showcase your talents in the third volume of our art and literary magazine called, "Synapses." Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002025-01-21T11:48:30-05:00915a3c72-0787-4ced-8a06-ee6a64af18c1https://www.foxnews.com/health/new-brain-therapy-allows-paralyzed-patients-walk-again-feel-legsDr. Ann Murray, director of the WVU Comprehensive Movement Disorder Clinic, contributes to reporting from Fox News about research utilizing deep brain stimulation therapy for spinal cord injuries.Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-10T09:07:20-05:006d1d3d80-dad2-4da7-ae60-04b11ba51346https://www.earth.com/news/zapping-the-brain-with-ultrasound-waves-may-cure-drug-addiction/Earth.com features research conducted at the West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute.Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-11-05T08:35:55-05:00035a1245-076f-40a0-8941-d632d945c216https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-announces-first-physical-medicine-and-rehabilitation-residency-program-in-west-virginiasomhealThe West Virginia University School of Medicine has received approval from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education to offer West Virginia's first medical residency program in physiatry.Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-11-04T09:24:56-05:00d49d6b53-401d-4ad1-a91c-dbc83b92feffhttps://www.wsj.com/health/healthcare/addiction-treatment-ultrasound-brain-stimulation-58d6dec3The Wall Street Journal features research at the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute using ultrasound to help treat addiction.Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-10-31T09:36:44-04:00d1ece561-2c39-4a83-bdfa-03c9785058a0https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2024/10/28/wvu-rockefeller-neuroscience-institute-receives-state-funding-to-expand-research-and-treatment-for-food-addiction-and-post-traumatic-stress-disordersomempowerThe West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute will initiate first-in-the-world clinical research studies using focused ultrasound neuromodulation to treat food addiction, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other conditions, thanks to a $2 million supplemental appropriation approved during a recent special session of the West Virginia Legislature.Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-11-04T09:26:12-05:00797cfd58-392a-4fff-b8d5-4cacf538fe16https://wvumedicine.org/news-feed/news-article/WVU-Medicine/Front-Page/dr-david-watson-named-to-new-leadership-position-at-the-wvu-rockefeller-neuroscience-institute/somempowerDavid Watson, M.D., professor and chair of the WVU School of Medicine Department of Neurology, has been named signature vice chair of WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) clinical operations and System integration and medical director of RNI multidisciplinary programs. Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-12-06T16:15:48-05:004c35dd29-130a-488f-87fd-e81f5280a3c5https://wvumedicine.org/news-feed/news-article/WVU-Medicine/Press-Releases/multidisciplinary-collaboration-leads-to-breakthrough-in-sleep-disordered-breathing/somempowerResearchers at WVU Medicine and the WVU School of Medicine have identified high-resolution pulse oximetry (HRPO) as a feasible tool for detecting sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in acute stroke patients.Fri, 11 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-10-11T11:58:28-04:00807ce642-82a0-478f-92e1-44f5a834a829https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/15/briefing/nfl-guardian-caps.htmlDr. Javier Cardenas, director of the WVU Concussion & Brain Injury Center, tells The New York Times Guardian Caps reduce the risk of concussions.Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-19T14:15:07-04:00bebb1d47-edb5-4264-abb4-0b11d610c101https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=art-performance-day-planned-for-sept-16-at-hscThe WVU School of Medicine Department of Neurology and its Synapses Art and Literary Magazine will host an Art Performance Day on Monday, Sept. 16, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Health Sciences Center Pylons Commons.Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-19T11:58:34-04:0089c2e531-c852-45f7-ac4c-6ade85b0de3ahttps://www.statejournal.com/special/page-001/page_26a469ce-b93e-50a8-8f78-8d602348c14b.htmlDr. Lisa Costello, Ashton Marra, Dr. J. Hunter Mehaffey, Christopher Ramezan and Dr. Melanie Ward are included on The State Journal's "Generation Next: 40 Under 40" list.Thu, 20 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-24T09:01:20-04:0045590219-0a4f-4dc5-ac53-24027bbf9723https://www.upi.com/Health_News/2024/06/06/finland-heavy-teens-risk-of-stroke/9801717615635/Dr. Muhammad Alvi, medical director of the WVU Stroke Center, contributes to reporting from United Press International (UPI) about stroke risk.Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-10T09:54:02-04:0084782826-bec7-4c53-87d1-cc6614349453https://wvliving.com/better-healing/WV Living features the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute in its spring WV Living Health guide.Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-10T09:56:51-04:005b39cedf-94d6-448c-9086-92f28212cebdhttps://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2024/05/07/ultrasound-technology-is-used-in-many-ways-addiction-is-the-next-frontierIn The Washington Post, Dr. Ali Rezai and other University researchers describe research at the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute focused on treating addiction with ultrasounds.Mon, 06 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-05-07T09:32:41-04:00e5075102-39cd-47b0-aaaf-9d2a62a568f4https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=nfl-cmo-to-visit-wvu-campusNational Football League Chief Medical Officer Allen Sills, M.D., FACS, will visit West Virginia University's campus on Friday, May 3, as part of the RNI's ongoing work with the NFL. All are invited to attend Dr. Sills' presentation during Friday's grand rounds co-hosted by the RNI and WVU Sports Medicine.Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-04-25T13:51:35-04:007abfa9f1-9e5c-4216-a6dc-ac7dffe02677https://wvumedicine.org/news-feed/news-article/?cat=WVU-Medicine&sec=Childrens-Hospital&headline=wvu-medicine-children-s-offers-first-dose-of-gene-therapy-for-duchenne-muscular-dystrophy-in-statesomhealWVU Medicine Children's continues to make bold strides in pediatric healthcare having administered the first dose of ELEVIDYS in West Virginia.Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-04-16T10:30:03-04:00df339a92-c3c1-4e16-a122-f47770eaa490https://www.wvuf.org/news-publications/news/2024/03/25/-2m-encova-grant-aids-focused-ultrasound-research-at-wvu-rockefeller-neuroscience-instituteA $2 million grant from the Encova Foundation of West Virginia is advancing focused ultrasound research by the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute with the potential to transform addiction treatment.Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-03-25T15:16:22-04:00cd1a1429-b374-473b-9a04-cf082e327ad2https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=physician-educator-retires-after-nearly-50-year-career-in-wvu-school-of-medicineFor John F. Brick, M.D., retirement is marked by celebration of a career dedicated to service to the state. Dr. Brick, J.F. Brick Endowed Chair of Neurology and associate dean of rural outreach in the School of Medicine, retired effective Jan. 29 after nearly 50 years at West Virginia University.Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-02-22T12:31:26-05:00e9c6f52d-2b6a-4be2-97a2-167722cdf5b0https://www.self.com/story/migraine-air-travel-tipsDr. Kristina Lopez, assistant professor in the WVU School of Medicine, discusses with Self ways to prevent migraines while traveling.Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-02-22T12:31:58-05:00a0ead92f-4e51-483f-befc-a2dea4316b1dhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=join-us-forretirement-celebration-honoring-dr-john-brickPlease join us for a retirement celebration honoring John Brick, M.D. on Monday, January 29 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Pylons at WVU's Health Sciences Center. Dr. Brick is the J.F. Brick Endowed Chair and professor in the School of Medicine's Department of Neurology and also serves as the associate dean of rural outreach.Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-01-29T10:55:34-05:004fef9179-b341-4b7e-acf8-3b23b895a21ehttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=rockefeller-neuroscience-institute-berkeley-medical-center-open-new-expanded-clinicLeaders from the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) and WVU Medicine Berkeley Medical Center cut the ribbon on a new, expanded clinic on Monday (Jan. 8) at the WVU Medicine Spring Mills Medical Office Building in Martinsburg.Thu, 11 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-03-05T15:57:59-05:0033e45911-3b38-48ad-bfc7-368a886fbb57https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=murray-named-to-wv-executive-young-guns-class-of-2024Ann Murray, M.D., associate professor and Movement Disorders division chief in the Department of Neurology at the West Virginia University School of Medicine, has been named to the Young Guns Class of 2024 by WV Executive Magazine.Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-12-05T12:52:19-05:00231ed653-44a1-4e54-ae2b-9dc4d1f09a97https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=miles-for-migraine-set-for-oct-14Miles for Migraine will host its fourth annual 5K run and two-mile walk to benefit the WVU Headache Center at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14, at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park in Morgantown. There is also a virtual event, in which participants can walk/run at their own pace and on their own schedule. WVU Medicine is a sponsor.Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-10-09T12:03:48-04:00369ac9e6-5e30-4e91-9788-c87d9ee8e094https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-rockefeller-neuroscience-institute-to-offer-free-concussion-testingbrittany.murray2@wvumedicine.orgsomengageThe WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) will offer free statewide concussion testing as part of the Rockefeller Concussion Network.Fri, 25 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-08-29T13:48:55-04:00b009688b-5f47-4573-882c-9678e4cbd263https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=school-of-medicine-announces-faculty-promotions-for-2023sompurposeThe West Virginia University School of Medicine recently awarded faculty members promotions that were effective July 1, 2023. Additionally, several faculty members were awarded emeriti status. Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-08-01T15:40:10-04:000967a537-94d2-4b20-b135-3f9a5e8916e1https://wvumedicine.org/news/article/murray-named-movement-disorders-neurology-division-chief/sompurposeAnn Murray, M.D., has been named Movement Disorders division chief in the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) Department of Neurology at West Virginia University.Tue, 25 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-07-25T09:32:51-04:00