MedBlog

‘Miracles do happen!’ Rare case of normal pressure hydrocephalus successfully treated

A team at the Peter O'Donnell Jr. Brain Institute at UT Southwestern diagnosed a patient with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a rare condition caused by excess fluid accumulating in the brain. After treatment, the patient has regained much of the functionality he thought he’d lost forever.

Padraig O'Suilleabhain, M.D. / Jon White, M.D. / Jeffrey Schaffert, Ph.D.

February 10, 2026

Neuropalliative care provides expert support for patients with progressive illness

Neuropalliative care helps families prioritize joy and comfort while living with a neurodegenerative disorder. Explore UTSW's clinic with Jenny Riecke, M.D.

Jenny Riecke, M.D.

January 28, 2026

Stiff person syndrome: Celine Dion’s diagnosis highlights rare condition

Stiff person syndrome is a rare condition that causes severe muscle stiffness and spasms. UT Southwestern explains symptoms and treatment for the neurological and autoimmune disease.

Steven Vernino, M.D., Ph.D.

March 14, 2025

Multiple sclerosis spotlight: Early diagnosis, better treatments, and hope for MS-free future

Celebrity diagnoses have thrust multiple sclerosis (MS) into the spotlight. Learn how this neurological disease starts, spreads – and can be stopped with new treatments.

Lauren Tardo, M.D.

October 21, 2021

Taking aim at tau to develop Alzheimer's breakthroughs

At UT Southwestern, physician-scientists at the Peter O’Donnell Jr. Brain Institute have been hard at work trying to unravel the brain’s biggest mysteries. One UT Southwestern lab is making significant progress studying the tau protein and uncovering the fundamental roots of Alzheimer’s in hopes of developing an effective treatment for the disease.

Marc Diamond, M.D.

April 7, 2021

Closing in on a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy

Using an advanced gene editing technology called CRISPR, our team of scientists at UT Southwestern has been able to stop the progression of Duchenne muscular dystrophy in animals and human cells – a breakthrough that could ultimately change the prognosis for the most common fatal genetic disease in boys.

January 25, 2021

Are stroke sufferers silent victims of COVID-19?

COVID-19 fear and isolation is keeping patients with stroke symptoms from coming to the ER until it’s too late. UT Southwestern discusses the crisis in this MedBlog.

Babu Welch, M.D.

April 22, 2020

Disney star’s death shows it’s time to end the epilepsy stigma

While tragic, the death of Disney star Cameron Boyce has given voice to SUDEP (sudden unexpected death in epilepsy). Epilepsy is common, but it still carries a stigma for many patients and their families. UT Southwestern discusses why patients should talk about epilepsy, plus tips to reduce health risks.

Sasha Alick-Lindstrom, M.D.

July 18, 2019

Insomnia: Don’t lose sleep over it

A little-known treatment for chronic insomnia offers longer-lasting benefits than medication or sleep hygiene techniques. Cognitive behavioral therapy focusing on insomnia (CBT-I) involves personalized care and group-based therapy. Learn more.

Mary McGarry, M.D. / Margaret McLean, M.B.A., M.S.N., APRN, ACNS-BC

March 5, 2018

Epilepsy surgery advancements can eliminate seizures, improve patients’ memories

Recent advancements have made epilepsy surgery safer and more effective. UT Southwestern discusses when physicians who care for patients with epilepsy should consider referring them for a surgical evaluation.

Bradley Lega, M.D.

February 20, 2018