Steven B. Abramson, MD Executive Vice President and Vice Dean for Education, Faculty, and Academic Affairs, Chief Academic Officer | NYU Langone Hassenfeld Children's Hospital
Steven B. Abramson, MD Executive Vice President and Vice Dean for Education, Faculty, and Academic Affairs, Chief Academic Officer | NYU Langone Hassenfeld Children's Hospital
Experts from NYU Langone's Department of Neurology are set to present their latest clinical research at the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) 2025 Annual Meeting in San Diego from April 5 to 9. The presentations are an opportunity for faculty to showcase their contributions to advancing neurological science.
Steven L. Galetta, MD, the Philip K. Moskowitz, MD, Professor and Chair of Neurology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, expressed pride in his faculty's work: "Our faculty continue to push the boundaries of discovery in neurological science, and the presentations at this year’s AAN annual meeting are another testament to that." He emphasized the institution's commitment to improving patient lives through neurological discoveries.
The Department of Neurology at NYU Langone ranks first in the nation as per U.S. News & World Report’s "Best Hospitals." The department comprises 18 divisions and centers and will present nearly 70 studies at the meeting this year.
A key focus is the management of intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) stroke. Kara R. Melmed, MD, highlights the importance of blood pressure management in ICH, where optimal targets are still being identified. Dr. Melmed notes the delays in ICH treatment and emphasizes the "urgent need to improve emergency care for hemorrhagic stroke patients."
Another study explored the early patient outcomes of Leqembi (lecanemab) for Alzheimer's disease. Lead author Philip Kuball, MD, reports, "Our findings suggest that cognitive decline remains relatively slow in the first nine months of Leqembi therapy."
In the area of optic neuritis and multiple sclerosis (MS), neuro-ophthalmologist Steven L. Galetta, MD, calls for improved treatments: "While most patients regain relatively good high-contrast letter acuity, we still need better treatments to prevent long-term complications." Dr. Galetta also emphasizes the distinction between optic neuritis associated with different neurological conditions.
Lauren B. Krupp, MD, evaluates the ecological and psychosocial aspects of pediatric MS, noting, "Environmental and socioeconomic adversities early in life can have lasting effects."
NYU Langone Health is known for its high-quality care and low mortality rates, boasting numerous top national rankings for its clinical specialties and academic medical centers. The health system operates extensive facilities across New York and Florida, generating significant revenue while also supporting robust medical and research programs.
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