Tag: Barrow Neurological Institute
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An 8-Year, Cross-Country Journey to Spinal Cord Cavernous Malformation Surgery
Sabrina Mancini spent nearly a decade seeking an accurate diagnosis for her worsening neurological symptoms. Finally, she learned she had a rare blood vessel abnormality in her spinal cord that […]
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Barrow, University of Calgary Study Urges “Major Change” to Migraine Treatment in Emergency Departments
A new study by Phoenix’s Barrow Neurological Institute and the University of Calgary has found which injectable treatments showed the most benefit for migraine patients and should be routinely offered […]
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Ambient TCE Exposure Suggests Link to Parkinson’s Disease Risk Nationwide
(PHOENIX – Oct. 1, 2025) – A pioneering study by researchers at Barrow Neurological Institute at Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center suggests a potential link between ambient trichloroethylene (TCE) and Parkinson’s […]
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Dr. Michael T. Lawton to Receive AANS/CNS Dacey Medal for Cerebrovascular Research
The American Association of Neurological Surgeons/Congress of Neurological Surgeons Cerebrovascular Section has selected Barrow Neurological Institute President and CEO Michael T. Lawton, MD, for the 2025 Ralph G. Dacey, Jr. Medal for […]
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Newsweek Names Barrow a Top Hospital in US for Neurologic Care
Newsweek has named Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Arizona one of “America’s Best Hospitals for Neurological Care” for 2025. The No. 21 ranking recognizes the Institute’s dedication to providing top-tier care […]
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Strongest Connection Found to Dementia in the South
A “substantial number” of dementia cases in the United States could be eliminated by reducing cardiometabolic conditions such as heart attack, stroke, and diabetes, according to a new study from Barrow Neurological Institute […]
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St. Joseph’s, Home of Barrow, Named a Top Major Teaching Hospital in US
St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, home of Barrow Neurological Institute, is among Premier’s 100 Top Hospitals for 2025. St. Joseph’s earned the No. 5 rank in the 20 Top Major Teaching […]
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Changing lives in the lab
Neurological conditions are the leading cause of disability, with more than 43% of people affected worldwide. Yet for most of these conditions, treatments and cures remain elusive. This summer, three […]
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Ivy Brain Tumor Center appoints new chief medical officer, focused on clinical trial program
The Ivy Brain Tumor Center and Barrow Neurological Institute are pleased to announce the addition of Yoshie Umemura, MD, as the new Chief Medical Officer of the Ivy Brain Tumor Center and Division Chief of Neuro-Oncology and the William and Joan Shapiro Chair of Neuro-Oncology at Barrow Neurological Institute.
