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Brian Weinshenker, MD, Neurology, Charlottesville, VA

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Neurology Charlottesville, VA

Neuroimmunology/Multiple Sclerosis

Professor, Neurology, University of Virginia

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  • Office

    1221 Hospital Dr
    Charlottesville, VA 22908
    Phone+1 434-924-2706
    Fax+1 434-243-5420

Summary

  • Dr. Brian Weinshenker is a neurologist who practiced for 30 years at Mayo Clinic, Rochester MN and recently moved to the University of Virginia. He received his medical degree from University of Manitoba and has been in practice 42 years. He is experienced in general neurology, clinical research, spinal cord disorders, and neuroimmunology (multiple sclerosis).

Education & Training

  • University of Minnesota
    University of MinnesotaResidency, Neurology, 1982 - 1985
  • University of Manitoba
    University of ManitobaClass of 1978

Certifications & Licensure

  • VA State Medical License
    VA State Medical License 2022 - 2026
  • MN State Medical License
    MN State Medical License 1992 - 2022
  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 2017 - 2021
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
  • Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of CanadaPsychiatry and Neurology

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Diagnosis of Progressive Multiple Sclerosis from the Imaging Perspective  
    Brian G Weinshenker, Brenda L Banwell, JAMA Neurology
  • Application of 2015 Seronegative Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder Diagnostic Criteria for Patients with Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein IgG–Associated Disorders  
    Amy Kunchok, Brian G Weinshenker, Eoin P Flanagan, Sean J Pittock, JAMA Neurology
  • Association Between Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitor Exposure and Inflammatory Central Nervous System Events  
    Amy Kunchok, Allen J Aksamit, Sean J Pittock, Brian G Weinshenker, Andrew Mckeon, JAMA Neurology
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Authored Content

  • Application of 2015 Seronegative Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder Diagnostic Criteria for Patients with Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein IgG–Associated DisordersAugust 2020
  • Association Between Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitor Exposure and Inflammatory Central Nervous System EventsMay 2020

Press Mentions

  • CANbridge Forms Scientific Advisory Board to Guide Global Development of CAN106 in Complement-Mediated Diseases
    CANbridge Forms Scientific Advisory Board to Guide Global Development of CAN106 in Complement-Mediated DiseasesJuly 6th, 2022
  • Mayo Clinic Research in the News — 7/26/2021
    Mayo Clinic Research in the News — 7/26/2021July 26th, 2021
  • Suffering with Hiccups That Never Seem to Go Away
    Suffering with Hiccups That Never Seem to Go AwayJuly 24th, 2021
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Grant Support

  • Interferon Gamma Polymorphisms And Gender Bias In MSNational Institute Of Neurological Disorders And Stroke2004
  • Interferon Gamma Polymorphisms And Gender Bias In MSNational Institute Of Neurological Disorders And Stroke2002–2003
  • Plasma Exchange In Severe Demyelinating DiseaseNational Institute Of Neurological Disorders And Stroke1995–1999