Committed to state-of-the-art care for neurological disorders

The UAB Department of Neurology is home to more than 80 faculty organized around eight comprehensive divisions and seven centers.

Research

Through laboratory, clinical and translational research our faculty are expanding knowledge and exploring new treatments and cures.

Education

We believe strongly that the residency program is at the heart of any great department, and our residents have unsurpassed opportunities for training in clinical care, research and teaching.

Patient Care

The experienced neurologists at UAB offer patients the most advanced neurological care available.

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Celebrating Excellence in Neurology Patient Care

Celebrating Excellence in Neurology Patient Care

We are thrilled to announce the achievements of our Department of Neurology Patient Experience Leaders! The Office of Patient Experience and Engagement has collected patient feedback over the past year and the results are remarkable—this has been an exceptional year for patient care satisfaction in the Department of Neurology. Their average care satisfaction score of 95% or higher (minimum of 30 ratings) in important areas such as active listening, demonstrating care and concern, providing clear[…]

Arrant and De Miranda are recipients of APDA Research Grants 2023-2024

Arrant and De Miranda are recipients of APDA Research Grants 2023-2024

Andrew Arrant, Ph.D. The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) has recently allocated $1.975 million to support groundbreaking research in the field of Parkinson's disease (PD) for the upcoming year, 2023-2024. APDA's research focus is steadfast, with an emphasis on identifying and supporting early-career researchers to encourage their dedication to PD research and aiding established investigators in pursuing innovative ideas. The research initiatives to be funded will explore various crucial aspects of PD biology, such as[…]

When it’s a migraine and when it isn’t

When it’s a migraine and when it isn’t

Migraine Awareness Week is September 24-30, 2023, and Emily Schiltz Fortenberry, M.D., assistant professor in the Department of Neurology, shared seven common migraine triggers to keep in mind.