Paul-Henri Cesar

Paul-Henri Cesar is a Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC). He serves as Director of the Green Service at LAC+USC Medical Center and ACGME Associate Program Director. His clinical expertise focuses on headache and facial pain syndromes, chronic migraine management, and general neurologic disorders. He is also an experienced Botox injector for chronic migraine and actively contributes to medical student and resident education. Dr. Cesar’s research interests include advancing treatments for chronic migraines and refractory headaches.

Education & Training:

• Internal Medicine Internship & Neurology Residency: Boston University Medical Center (completed 2005)
• Headache Fellowship: Columbia University (2005–2006)

Research Interests: Dr. Cesar specializes in diagnosing and treating complex headache disorders, particularly status migrainosus. His work emphasizes evidence-based therapies, such as intravenous magnesium therapy, and improving clinical outcomes through rigorous diagnostic approaches. He integrates clinical practice with educational initiatives to mentor future neurologists.

Awards:

• Recipient of the Patient’s Choice Award (2012–2013)
• Compassionate Doctor Award (2012–2013)

Key Contributions: His 2019 publication in Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery details the efficacy of intravenous magnesium therapy in status migrainosus, highlighting advancements in acute migraine management. Dr. Cesar’s clinical and research efforts bridge gaps between patient care and academic innovation.