Sule Tinaz, MD, PhD
Associate Professor of NeurologyCards
About
Research
Overview
My lab investigates the brain changes in movement disorders, especially in Parkinson’s disease using imaging tools including magnetic resonance imaging, dopamine transporter scans, and positron emission tomography. We are particularly interested in investigating the brain plasticity changes in response to mental training and physical exercise in Parkinson’s disease.
Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)
Academic Achievements & Community Involvement
Clinical Care
Overview
Sule Tinaz, MD, PhD, is a neurologist who specializes in movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. She believes strongly in listening to patients and making them an active agent of the decision-making process for their treatment.
Dr. Tinaz is fascinated by cognitive and behavioral manifestations of Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders. An assistant professor of neurology at Yale School of Medicine, she conducts research using advanced neuroimaging technologies to better understand these disorders and develop novel therapies.
Clinical Specialties
Fact Sheets
Pediatric Movement Disorders
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Board Certifications
Neurology
- Certification Organization
- AB of Psychiatry & Neurology
- Latest Certification Date
- 2020
- Original Certification Date
- 2010
Yale Medicine News
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News
- July 25, 2024Source: Power Over Parkinson's
Being an Active Agent in your Parkinson's Journey
- July 17, 2024Source: Yale Medicine
Can Exercise Help People with Parkinson’s Disease? 5 Things to Know
- February 23, 2024
High-intensity Exercise May Reverse Neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s Disease
- June 01, 2023
Center for Brain and Mind Health First Annual Symposium