Christina J. Azevedo

Christina J. Azevedo, MD, is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Southern California. Her research focuses on neuroimaging biomarkers for multiple sclerosis (MS) and radiologically isolated syndrome (RIS), including the central vein sign, paramagnetic rim lesions, and brain atrophy. She has contributed to revised diagnostic criteria for MS and explored disease-modifying therapies in presymptomatic stages.

• University: University of Southern California
• Academic Rank: Clinical Associate Professor
• Department: Neurology

Dr. Azevedo's recent publications highlight her work in automated MRI analysis for MS diagnosis, neurodegeneration in RIS, and precision medicine approaches. She collaborates on multicenter studies and clinical trials, including evaluating treatments like teriflunomide and dimethyl fumarate.