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Develop and Validate a Computable Phenotype for the Identification of Alzheimer’s Disease Patients Using Electronic Health Record Data

Congratulations to Dr. Steven Trent DeKosky on the publication of “Develop and Validate a Computable Phenotype for the Identification of Alzheimer’s Disease Patients Using Electronic Health Record Data.” ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) are often misclassified in electronic health records (EHRs) when relying solely on diagnostic codes. This study aims…

Changing The Way Doctors Talk To Patients About Dementia

To help improve the way doctors talk to patients and their families about dementia, a team at the University of Florida College of Medicine led by Dr. Melissa Armstrong have identified best practices for physicians to communicate a dementia diagnosis to patients and their families. Their results were…

22nd Annual Parkinson’s Symposium

Join us for our 22nd Annual Parkinson’s Symposium. April 6, 2024 9:00 A.M. – 1:30 P.M. Two options for attending(in person at North Central Baptist Church, Gainesville Florida or virtually). Detailed agenda coming soon! To register, you must either email Amanda Fessenden or call her at 352.733.2431…

Different aspects of failing to recover from proactive semantic interference predicts rate of progression from amnestic mild cognitive impairment to dementia

Congratulations to Drs. Melissa Armstrong and Steven DeKosky on the publication of “Different aspects of failing to recover from proactive semantic interference predicts rate of progression from amnestic mild cognitive impairment to dementia,” which appears in the January 2024 isssue of Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience. Abstract Introduction This study investigated…

Fixel Institute Leader Named UF Distinguished Professor

Michael S. Okun, M.D., receives honor for leadership and lasting impact in neurology.  In recognition of his outstanding contributions to education, research and patient care, Michael S. Okun, M.D., has been named a University of Florida Distinguished Professor. The highest faculty honor awarded at UF, the title underscores Okun’s leadership and lasting impact in neurology.

11th Annual UF Health Stroke Conference

April 6, 2024 Orlando, FL B Resort, Disney Springs Area The 11th Annual Stroke Conference, co-hosted by UF Health Gainesville & Jacksonville Stroke Programs, will focus on science, technology and practical applications in order to equip participants with the tools needed to deliver high quality, evidence-based, patient centered stroke care.  Topics…

Ending Parkinson’s Disease: A Prescription for Action

Parkinson’s disease is the fastest growing neurological disorder in the world. Over the past twenty-five years, the number of people with this condition has jumped from 3 million to over 6 million. By 2040, it will likely double again. We are failing to stop this onslaught. Harmful pesticides and other…

Huntington’s Disease Center of Excellence for 2024

Congratulations to Dr. Nikolaus McFarland and his team on their renewed designation as HDSA Center of Excellence for 2024. The Huntington’s Disease Society of American (DSA) Board of Trustees and the Center Programs and Education Advisory Committee (CPEAC), has confirmed this year’s continued designation as a Level 2 HDSA Center…

Relationship Between Opioid Prescribing and Overdose Mortality

An analysis of a complex relationship. Congratulations to Dr. Stephen Nadeau on the publication of “Relationship Between Opioid Prescribing and Overdose Mortality,” which appears online in the January 18th Edition of the Daily Remedy. ABSTRACT This paper provides an analysis of relationships between prescribing for opioid analgesics in acute and…