Debra Moore-Hill

Debra Moore-Hill is an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurology at the Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University. She serves as Section Chief of Epilepsy and Vice Chair for Neurology Education, playing a pivotal role in clinical leadership and medical education. Her work spans epilepsy care, neurophysiology, and resident training.

• MPH in Public Health, Augusta University, 2017
• MD, Medical College of Georgia, 2007

Her research and clinical interests focus on ICU EEG monitoring, epilepsy in women of childbearing age, and epilepsy in neuro-oncology patients. She is deeply committed to curriculum development and resident education, with a strong emphasis on clinical neurophysiology and the management of intractable epilepsy. Her work also addresses health disparities in epilepsy clinical trials and innovative treatments for autoimmune encephalitis.

Recent publications highlight her expertise in spreading depolarization in stroke models, NORSE treatment with VNS, and disparities in epilepsy research. Her work bridges translational neuroscience, clinical innovation, and educational excellence.

• Clinical Science Teaching Distinguished Faculty Award, 2024
• Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, 2022
• Exemplary Teaching Award (2022, 2018)
• Top percentile scorer on national residency examination, 2011

Dr. Moore-Hill is actively involved in graduate medical education, serving as Chair of the GME Cardiology Special Review Committee and member of multiple GME and institutional quality committees. She mentors students through SEEP and has led public health initiatives, including CPR training and Women in STEM outreach. Her service extends to national organizations like the American Academy of Neurology and the American Clinical Neurophysiological Society.

She contributes to resident education through courses such as Neurology Clerkships, Consult Clinics, and the Osler Apprenticeship. Her leadership in the Department of Neurology Quality/OPPE and GME Housestaff in Difficulty Consult Team underscores her commitment to educational and clinical excellence.