Program leadership
- Barbara C. Jobst, MD (Chair, Department of Neurology and Neurocritical Care)
I help my patients take their lives back from pain. Although there is no magic pill that relieves chronic pain with one dose, together we establish long and short goals for therapy. I aim Read more
A love of science and the humanities led me to medicine. Curiosity about the brain and human behavior led me to neurology. Now, after practicing neurology across several continents, I hav Read more
As a member of the Neurology and Cerebrovascular teams, my focus is on providing the highest level of neurologic and stroke care possible to my patients. This means carefully listening, p Read more
A major part of my job is to educate patients and families about headache medicine. When I first meet a patient, I spend a lot of time getting to know them. We discuss their history of he Read more
The brain is an elegant organ that makes poetry. The brain also describes where the problem is by showing symptoms. I am excited to work as an oncologist today, where therapy breakthrough Read more
My goal is to give patients the type of care I would expect as a patient: care that is supportive and understandable. I spend time with each patient to discuss all the possible treatments Read more
My goal is to improve the quality of life for my patients by: Eliminating or reducing disabling seizures in those with refractory epilepsy Lowering the risk of SUDEP (sudden unexplaine Read more
I entered nursing as a hands-on way to care for people during their most vulnerable times. I became a nurse practitioner so I could have a greater impact and involvement in their care. I' Read more
I strive to provide compassionate care to patients with serious neurologic conditions. As a health care provider in the intensive care unit (ICU) and as the son of a critically-ill parent Read more
Neurological conditions can sometimes be very difficult to diagnose and understand. My goal as a neurologist and movement disorders specialist is to help guide my patients through the com Read more
Neurology is a large, challenging field that is continually evolving. Working in this field allows me to draw on my life-long interest in science, while also giving me an opportunity to b Read more
As the daughter of a speech-language pathologist, I grew up going to stroke support groups. When I started my nursing career here on the neuroscience floor, I fell in love with the brain. Read more
In my medical career, I've been a 911 dispatcher, an emergency medical technician (EMT), a paramedic, an intensive care unit (ICU) nurse, a flight nurse/paramedic. Now I'm an acute care n Read more
My goal is to provide the best and most up-to-date medical management and advice in neurology and movement disorders. I believe in everyone's ability to gain wellness. As a physician, I w Read more
My goal is to give my patients the best medical care available to help them recover from stroke and prevent future recurrences. I offer guidance on lifestyle modifications and risk factor Read more
As a scientist at heart, I carefully look at all of the information pertaining to a patient's condition in order to help them with their nervous system disease. To build a complete pictur Read more
I was drawn to the field of neurology by the beauty and intricacies of the human nervous system. I chose to specialize in clinical and applied basic science research with the aim of easin Read more
I chose to specialize in the field of stroke because it has so many different clinical manifestations and it overlaps with many other areas of medicine. This allows me to be a member of a Read more
I work with individuals and their families to find the most suitable care based upon their physical and social needs. My goal is to help people live with their conditions in the most heal Read more
I've always been drawn to caring for people. I started in the health care field as a nursing assistant when I was a teenager. I knew then that nursing was my calling. Nursing is not just Read more
I like to laugh with my patients. Being present and compassionate makes those moments possible. When a patient brings concerns to a visit, it's my job to listen, validate their struggle a Read more
The cornerstones of my practice include advocacy, shared decision making, evidence-based research and a trauma-informed approach to care. I am passionate about working together to find a Read more
I became a physician because I wanted to help people. I listen to my patients so they feel that their concerns have been heard. I want to help them decide on a treatment plan that works b Read more
The Multiple Sclerosis Center here at DHMC subscribes to the "Comprehensive Care" model. This means that our team addresses the needs of multiple sclerosis (MS) patients in a holistic way Read more
I help my patients improve their quality of life. Whether by eliminating seizures or at the very least, making my patients feel comfortable with a condition they've had for years, I do my Read more
As a neurologist, I help patients by investigating, diagnosing and treating complex neurological disorders. Being able to diagnose and explain treatable conditions to my patients is very Read more
I believe in helping my patients be active participants in their own health care. This involves thoroughly and compassionately explaining their conditions to them, and then listening care Read more
Epilepsy is a disease that takes away a person's control. My goal is to help my patients take back control of their lives and resume doing the things that are important to them. While I c Read more
In choosing to become a physician, I had always thought about neurosurgery. However, life seems to take us down alternate pathways and I first pursued science and engineering research. It Read more
Each patient is unique and has a very personal story. I always begin my care for patients by taking the time to really understand who they are. I want to learn their particular history an Read more
Being a nurse practitioner in neurology allows me to do the medical work that fascinates me. It also allows me to have a very personal and caring relationship with my patients. As a nurse Read more
As a neurologist, part of my role is reviewing imaging studies and diagnosing different types of neurologic disease. Based on the diagnosis, I explain the treatment options to my patients Read more
I entered the field of multiple sclerosis (MS) and neuroimmunology because the complexity of these conditions and the care they require appeal to me. People with MS have varied symptoms a Read more
A diagnosis of dementia and cognitive impairment can be emotionally difficult for patients and their loved ones. As a cognitive and behavioral neurologist, I aim to help my patients and t Read more
I was motivated to become a neurologist because I wanted to understand neurological disorders and help patients who are dealing with them. I take the time to carefully listen to my patien Read more
Diagnosing a neurological condition can sometimes be like solving a difficult puzzle. I have a talent for knowing odd and unusual pieces of information. I enjoy applying that talent to so Read more
I let my patients know that we are a team: they are the athlete and I am the coach. I listen to a patient's concerns and carefully explain my diagnosis. I lay out all the pros and cons of Read more
I enjoy working with people to treat their medical and neurological problems so that they can become more functional and active. I believe that healing an individual is team effort, so I Read more
I provide holistic care that focuses on my patient's concerns, needs, and goals. As someone who has been affected by neurological disease in my family, I understand that neurological cond Read more
One of the most satisfying things to me about being a nurse practitioner is the ability to fully care for a patient and develop treatment plans in partnership with them. When my patients Read more
I love learning and developing my skills as a nurse, and I enjoy the challenges that come with this profession. After being a critical care nurse for more than a decade, I decided to purs Read more