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Collaborative approach to care

In the Center for Multiple Sclerosis and Autoimmune Neurology, we see the whole picture, not just the individual neurological disorder. Our experts work across the continuum of research, education and practice to provide exactly the care each person needs.

To advance Mayo Clinic's tradition of groundbreaking progress, we continue to perfect the delivery of care and deploy the critical infrastructure necessary to support translational innovations. We bring all of Mayo Clinic's resources to bear, including neurology, immunology, radiology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, pediatrics, genetics, pathology, biochemistry, and laboratory medicine.

The research center itself doesn't provide treatment but refers each person to precisely the right healthcare professional for the situation. Our collaborative approach breaks down traditional borders of such neurological subspecialties as neuro-oncology, stroke, epilepsy, behavioral neurology and movement disorders. This allows physician-researchers to find connections across a broad spectrum of disease and target common underlying mechanisms. The related Department of Neurology at Mayo Clinic is one of the largest neurological practices in the world, with more than 200 subspecialized experts.

Critical infrastructure

Critical infrastructure supports clinical services offered to people with multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica, autoimmune encephalitis, and other neurological conditions and diseases.

  • Bioinformatics infrastructure and personnel. In the era of big data, new investigations require bioinformatics and statistical analyses to derive meaning from massive amounts of information. With the right tools and specialized talent, our experts can access the information they need more efficiently and effectively, ultimately benefiting drug discovery and human clinical trials.
  • Molecular imaging. Using MRI, our scientists can detect the interactions of immune cells with central nervous system cells and better understand what mechanisms are at play in both the destruction and repair of cells and tissues. Optimizing brain imaging technology is key to advancing research and measuring success.
  • Clinical trials. Our investigators are involved in numerous clinical trials that focus on translational diagnostic and therapeutic research programs across the three campuses of Mayo Clinic — in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona; Jacksonville, Florida; and Rochester, Minnesota. This breadth gives our center a broad geographic reach and offers diverse populations the opportunity to participate in breakthrough research.

Appointments

Mayo Clinic offers a wide range of clinical services for people with autoimmune neurological conditions and diseases.

Mayo Clinic works with hundreds of insurance companies and is an in-network provider for millions of people. In most cases, Mayo Clinic doesn't require a physician referral. Some insurers require referrals or may have additional requirements for care. All appointments are prioritized based on medical need.

New patients, returning patients and referring physicians can start an appointment request.

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