Jennifer Amsdell

Jennifer Amsdell, M.D., serves as Assistant Professor and Director of the Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Program within the Department of Neurology at the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences. Her clinical practice centers on movement disorders and advanced neuromodulation therapies.

Education

• M.D.: University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences
• Residency: Neurology, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences
• Fellowship: Movement Disorders, University of Toledo Department of Neurology

Research Focus: Dr. Amsdell specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation Therapy for movement disorders and Botulinum Toxin applications for cervical dystonia and migraines. Her work bridges clinical neurology with therapeutic innovation, emphasizing personalized neuromodulation approaches and management of complex movement disorder cases through both surgical and injectable interventions.

Publication Trends: Her 2021-2022 publications reveal expertise spanning neuroimmunology (paraneoplastic syndromes), epileptology (HIV-related CNS complications), and movement disorder therapeutics (botulinum toxin applications). These case studies demonstrate clinical acumen in diagnosing rare neurological conditions while advancing treatment protocols for movement disorders and neuromodulation.

Awards

• Arnold P. Gold Foundation for Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award (June 2018)

Professional Engagement: Actively contributes to the Parkinson's Disease support group and maintains affiliations with the American Academy of Neurology, American Neurological Association, and International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society. As DBS Program Director, she leads a specialized clinical team providing advanced neuromodulation therapies while maintaining board certification in Neurology through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.