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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Health Lab

Treating obstructive sleep apnea in children with Down syndrome

Sleep experts discuss why early treatment matters, the limitations of current therapies, and research opportunities to improve treatment of obstructive sleep apnea in children with Down syndrome.
Department News

How To Avoid Dementia: 8 Everyday Habits Doctors Say Help Protect Your Memory

Learning how to avoid dementia doesn’t require a life overhaul. It starts with a few small, doable habits.
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Health Lab

Trial focuses on duration of therapeutic hypothermia for out-of-hospital cardiac arrests

U-M researchers led the ICECAP trial, the largest U.S. study of therapeutic hypothermia after out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, finding longer cooling offered no benefit.
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Sleep like a dream

Experts break down when melatonin works, when magnesium may help, and why choosing the right supplement depends on what is causing your sleep problems.
Department News

Clocks still fall back November 1 as Senate blocks permanent daylight saving time

Each November, Americans turn clocks back an hour. Efforts to end the practice stalled in the Senate, so the annual time change will continue.
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Melatonin vs. magnesium: Which is better for your sleep?

Many people struggle with sleep. Stress, anxiety, and being a night owl or early bird can make it hard to get the recommended 7–9 hours each night.