Dr. Prof Francesca Morgante

About Dr. Prof Francesca Morgante

Professor Francesca Morgante is a Consultant Neurologist and Professor of Neurology.
She holds the Eleanor Peel Chair for the Study of Ageing at St George’s University of London.
She is an Honorary Consultant Neurologist at SGUL and leads the Advanced Movement Disorders Therapies Team.
She leads the Movement Disorders research team at SGUL.
She co-leads the Neuromodulation research group with Mr. Erlick Pereira.
Her research focuses on Parkinson’s disease, Tremor Syndromes, and Dystonia.
She develops invasive and non-invasive neuromodulation treatments.
She has authored over 180 peer-reviewed papers and contributed book chapters on Movement Disorders.
She is Associate Editor of the Movement Disorders Journal.

Conditions treated by Dr. Prof Francesca Morgante

Parkinson’s disease
Tremor syndromes (e.g., essential tremor)
Dystonia
Other movement disorders
Neurological disorders requiring neuromodulation therapies
Chronic or complex neurological conditions related to ageing

Area of Interest

Neurological Disorders

Qualification

PhD, Clinical Neuroscience, University of Messina (2006 - 2009)
MD, Medicine University of Messina (1994 - 2000)

Work Experiences

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St George's, University of London, Professor of Neurology and Reader in Neurology, London, England
Associate Professor of Neurology, University of Messina

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Research Fellowship at Movement Disorder Centre, Toronto Western Hospital, University of Toronto.

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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (2)

Espay AJ, Morgante F, Merola A, Fasano A, Marsili L, Fox SH, Bezard E, Picconi B, Calabresi P, Lang AE. Levodopa‐induced dyskinesia in Parkinson disease: current and evolving concepts. Annals of Neurology. 2018 Dec;84(6):797-811.
Espay AJ, Aybek S, Carson A, Edwards MJ, Goldstein LH, Hallett M, LaFaver K, LaFrance WC, Lang AE, Nicholson T, Nielsen G. Current concepts in diagnosis and treatment of functional neurological disorders. JAMA neurology. 2018 Sep 1;75(9):1132-41.

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What does a neurologist do?

A neurologist diagnoses and treats disorders of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles, including conditions like epilepsy, stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, headaches, and neuropathies.

When should I see a neurologist?

You should consult a neurologist if you experience persistent headaches, dizziness, seizures, memory problems, numbness, tingling, weakness, movement disorders, or unexplained neurological symptoms.

What types of tests does a neurologist perform?

Neurologists may order blood tests, MRI/CT scans, EEGs (brain electrical activity), EMGs (muscle and nerve activity), lumbar punctures, or cognitive assessments depending on the condition.

Do neurologists perform surgery?

No, neurologists diagnose and manage neurological disorders medically. Neurosurgeons perform surgical interventions for neurological conditions.

Can neurologists treat chronic conditions like Parkinson’s or epilepsy?

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Are neurological disorders hereditary?

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