Neurology

Advancing neurologic health and groundbreaking research through innovation, clinical expertise and scientific discovery.

Comprehensive research. Premier education. Multi-disciplinary care.

The Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Neurology, under the leadership of Chair Laurie Gutmann, MD, has a rich tradition in academic neurology with a national reputation in neurological education and neuroscience research. For more than 75 years, neurologists have shaped the department as a leader in education, research and clinical care. The department, housed in the state-of-the-art Indiana University Health Neuroscience Center in downtown Indianapolis, has grown to include a faculty consisting of nearly 90 physicians, clinician scientists, and scientists who are internationally and nationally recognized specialists in neurologic health and neuroscience.

pediatric neurologists and residents meet in the clinic

Education

Accomplished physician faculty in the Department of Neurology are deeply committed to training medical students, residents and fellows in this complex field of medicine. The residency and fellowship programs provide exceptional training for the nation's future neurologists.

Liana Apostolova, MD meets with a LEADS participant.

Research

Through a long tradition of research in cerebrovascular disease and the collaborative work of multidisciplinary subspecialty programs, investigators in the Department of Neurology are transforming patient lives through improved prevention and treatment for neurological issues.

a pediatric neurologist and resident meet with a patient

Clinical Care

The Department of Neurology operates within the IU Health Neuroscience Center, a state-of-the-art collaborative facility that combines the expertise of several IU School of Medicine departments. Our clinical faculty, residents and fellows work together to provide exceptional patient care.

Recent News

Dr. Purger in the OR with two others during DBS surgery

Neuroscience experts collaborate to advance minimally invasive procedure to treat movement disorders

Stereotactic and functional neurosurgery specialists in the Department of Neurological Surgery and movement disorder specialists in the Department of Neurology have been performing the deep brain stimulation procedure since 1997, providing life-altering treatments for patients with neurological disorders.

July 31, 2025

Bruce Lamb stands at a podium during the Alzheimer's Association International Conference

Two IU leaders in Alzheimer's disease research receive international acclaim

IU Alzheimer's disease researchers Bruce Lamb and Donna Wilcock received prestigious awards at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference, recognizing them as leaders and mentors in the field.

July 29, 2025

Bruce Lamb and Donna Wilcock headshots

IU School of Medicine researchers receive top awards at international Alzheimer’s disease conference

Research leaders at the IU School of Medicine will receive two of the top six awards given out by the Alzheimer’s Association at its annual international conference.

July 28, 2025

Upcoming Events

Aug 15 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Health Symposium

3rd Annual Health Symposium

Goodman Hall, 362 W. 15th St. Indianapolis, IN 46202

Oct 31 11:45am - 3:30pm

Long Family Invitational Lecture

Long Family Invitational Lecture and Annual Cerebrovascular Diseases Symposium

Goodman Hall Auditorium

Nov 06 8:30am - 1:30pm

Neuroscience Institute Symposium

Medical Education and Research Building

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