Elizabeth A. Coon

Elizabeth A. Coon, M.D., is an Associate Professor of Neurology and Consultant in the Department of Neurology at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota. She specializes in autonomic and movement disorders, with a focus on synucleinopathies like multiple system atrophy and Parkinson’s disease. Her research explores the clinical course of autonomic dysfunction, sex/gender influences on neurological disorders, and improving postgraduate neurology education. She co-founded the Mayo Clinic Multiple System Atrophy Center of Excellence.

• Education: MD from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine (2010), BA from Augustana College (2004)
• Professional Memberships: Chair of Autonomic Disorders Section (American Academy of Neurology), Education Committee Member (American Autonomic Society)
• Research: Investigates autonomic testing, thermoregulatory disorders, and historical perspectives in neurology

Awards: Felicia Axelrod Award (2021), Lawrence C. McHenry Award (2020), Summa Cum Laude (2004). Over 90 peer-reviewed publications in Clinical Autonomic Research, Movement Disorders, and others.

Education Leadership: Program Director for Mayo Clinic’s Neurology Residency (2022–present), chairs residency curriculum and wellness committees.