Daniel Roque

Daniel Roque serves as an Associate Professor of Neurology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, where he also holds the position of Vice Chair of Ambulatory Affairs and Director of the UNC Movement Disorders Neuromodulation Program. His clinical practice is centered at the UNC Hospitals Neurology Clinic in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, where he provides specialized care for patients with movement disorders.

Dr. Roque's research and clinical interests focus on movement disorders, particularly Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, and ataxia. His work emphasizes innovative approaches to treatment, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery and botulinum toxin injections. He has developed expertise in improving tremor management through both traditional and novel methods while prioritizing quality of life initiatives for patients living with chronic movement disorders.

His publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on movement disorder treatments, particularly deep brain stimulation techniques. Recent work examines directional stimulation advantages for reducing ataxic side effects, postoperative MRI analysis following electrode placement, and novel applications of botulinum toxin therapy. His research bridges clinical practice with technical innovation in neuromodulation.

Dr. Roque maintains an active clinical practice with high patient satisfaction ratings (4.9/5 stars from 162 patient reviews), emphasizing patient-centered care that incorporates individual stressors and goals. He strives to provide transparent, accessible care while educating patients about their conditions and treatment options.

As Director of the UNC Movement Disorders Neuromodulation Program, he leads a specialized team focused on advanced treatments for movement disorders, integrating surgical interventions like DBS with comprehensive medical management approaches.