About Neurology

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Advancing Neurological Treatment & Care

Discover our journey to becoming the neurological cornerstone of Michigan and our focus on a more equitable and wellness-focused tomorrow.

Care, Research & Education with a People-First Approach

Our Mission

We aim to provide outstanding care for patients with diseases affecting the nervous system, advance understanding and treatment of these conditions through research and other scholarly work, and educate the next generation of physicians and scientists in the field.

Supporting, Promoting and Growing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Our department is committed to promoting inclusion, diversity, and cultural sensitivity within our program and our community. This important work happens within five sub-committees, focused on change within our department and in the many communities we serve. Together, we organize outreach in underserved communities, provide neurological care to patients with limited access to health services, perform important DEI research, host trainings and discussions, focus on diverse recruitment, and more.

Focusing on Wellness

In tandem with the university's commitment to wellness, our department’s wellness committee is working to provide education and initiatives that support healthy lifestyle choices. Specifically, we are focused on strengthening our sense of community, fostering positivity, prioritizing self-care and providing important resources specific to the challenges of our department and field.

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Neurology Internal Website

Resources and information for current Neurology learners and faculty.

Neurology Intranet
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Join Our Team

As one of the first neurology departments in the country, we are proud to call the University of Michigan home. We hope you will join us in building our legacy.

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History

Turn back time and explore the 100+ year history of our department, from the very beginnings of Neurology studies to the comprehensive organization we represent today. Beginning in 1888, read the details of how the department has evolved with the discipline, including the notable breakthroughs and people along the way.

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FEATURED NEWS & STORIES

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Department News

Patrick Stewart died after a 'brief' journey with dementia. Is that common?

People who have cognitive problems late in life often don’t have just one condition…there’s a tendency to look for a single diagnosis—one condition, one answer.
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Sleep specialist says permanent standard time may be better for health

Dr. Shelgikar, a neurologist and sleep specialist at University of Michigan Health, said permanent daylight-saving time is not the best option for overall health.
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How to prepare to ‘fall back’ this weekend

This fall we will be turning back the clocks, regardless of any future changes. Dr. Shelgikar says there are some things we can do to ease that burden.
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The health effects of time change as push for permanent standard time continues

Lawmakers have pushed to shift to permanent standard time. The Sunshine Protection Act passed the U.S. House but has stalled in the Senate.
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U-M researchers work to improve obstructive sleep apnea in children with Down syndrome

Some physical features associated with Down syndrome raise risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea. The symptoms can also be more severe and start earlier.
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Daylight saving time ends this weekend: Sleep experts say this time is better for your health

This weekend, we fall back to end daylight saving time.