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Benjamin Greenberg, M.D.

Transverse myelitis: When inflammation damages the spinal cord ‘wiring’

UT Southwestern is internationally recognized in treating transverse myelitis, the rare autoimmune disorder of the central nervous system.

Dr. Greenberg’s perspective: Treating paralysis with an advanced approach

Sarah initially was admitted at Children’s Health and we were consulted when it was discovered that she had acute flaccid myelitis, a rare type of transverse myelitis thought to be triggered by a viral infection. We’re one of only two dedicated transverse myelitis centers in the world, and we’re the only one with a multidisciplinary focus on children.

No approved therapy? Consider becoming a research volunteer

Without research volunteers like Sheri Evans, clinical advancements toward new medical treatments simply aren’t possible.