UF neurologists create a new image of Parkinson disease
New, more representative depiction better represents who is affected by Parkinson disease, and how.
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Melissa Armstrong
UF neurologist, communication scientist co-lead study to improve delivery of dementia diagnoses
Dr. Melissa Armstrong and Dr. Carma Bylund have received a $375,000 state grant to examine how people experience the delivery of a dementia diagnosis.
UF Parkinson’s experts co-author JAMA review
Dr. Michael Okun discusses new JAMA Parkinson’s disease review co-authored with Dr. Melissa Armstrong.
Article examines nusinersen benefits in forms of spinal muscular atrophy
A new article examining data from clinical trials led by Melissa Armstrong, M.D., an assistant professor of neurology, shows that nusinersen treatment benefits certain patients with spinal muscular atrophy.
Dementia with Lewy bodies study examines end-of-life experiences
Melissa Armstrong, M.D., an assistant professor of neurology, partnered with the Lewy Body Dementia Association to survey the families of patients who had dementia with Lewy bodies.
Ted Turner has Lewy body dementia, but what is that?
In The Conversation, Dr. Melissa Armstrong explains LBD, how it's diagnosed and current avenues for researching the disease.
Dr. Melissa Armstrong leads development of new disorders of consciousness guidelines
Melissa Armstrong, M.D., M.Sc., was senior author on a new guideline highlighting the importance of an accurate diagnosis and proper care for those in vegetative and minimally conscious states.
Fixel Center earns Lewy body dementia designation
Learn about this designation and how a couple found peace due to a correct diagnosis and a multidisciplinary team led by Dr. Melissa Armstrong.
Knowing the signs of Lewy body dementia may help speed diagnosis
In the Conversation, Dr. Melissa Armstrong explains the importance of early Lewy body dementia diagnosis.
My doctor says there’s a guideline for my treatment – but is it right for me?
Melissa Armstrong, M.D., assistant professor in the department of neurology, writes in a new essay for The Conversation about the use of health care guidelines.