David Benavides, MD, PhD, Neurologist at University of Maryland Medical Center
Channel: UMMCVideos
Date: 2023-10-31

Dr. Benavides is an assistant professor of neurology and physiology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UM SOM), and a neurologist specializing in neuroimmunology at the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC).

A native of South Texas, Dr. Benavides is trained as both a physician and a neuroscientist. He trained in neurology at Johns Hopkins here in Baltimore and then joined the faculty at UM SOM in 2017. In his clinical practice, he takes care of patients with multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder, neurosarcoidosis, and autoimmune encephalitis. Dr. Benavides considers it a privilege to take care of patients and enjoys the opportunity for shared medical decision-making with his patients, so they feel invested in their care.

In his research lab, Dr. Benavides and his team are working to understand how immune cells may target neurons and other brain cells, leading to the dysfunction that causes disease in patients. “Hopefully, the research we’re doing will aid us in knowing where to go next with regard to new treatments and therapies, so that in the future, we can not only prevent further disability in patients, but also explore the potential for regeneration and restoration.” 

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