Neurology & Neurosurgery
Home to some of the top neurological minds in the world
At Indiana University Health Medical Center, we provide access to leading-edge research, clinical trials and innovative treatment options.
In partnership with Indiana University School of Medicine, our ongoing studies into nervous system disorders and brain tumors, among others, are identifying new and more effective methods of diagnosis and treatment.
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our recognition as high performing in Neurology and Neurosurgery by U.S. News and World Report. Since 2012, Indiana University Health Medical Center has been ranked #1 in Indiana.
Recognized as high performing in 11 adult procedures and conditions by US News & World Report, IU Health Medical Center stands as Indiana’s most comprehensive healthcare system, dedicated to delivering cutting-edge medicine and treatments.
As state's only academic medical center and in partnership with Indiana University School of Medicine—one of the nation’s leading medical schools—enables patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments that complement high-quality patient care. Awarded $243.6 million in total funding from the National Institute of Health in 2023, it secured its rank as the #13 NIH-funded public school.
Highest Level of Care
Recognized as high performing in 11 adult procedures and conditions by US News & World Report, IU Health Medical Center stands as Indiana’s most comprehensive healthcare system, dedicated to delivering cutting-edge medicine and treatments.
As state's only academic medical center and in partnership with Indiana University School of Medicine—one of the nation’s leading medical schools—enables patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments that complement high-quality patient care. Awarded $243.6 million in total funding from the National Institute of Health in 2023, it secured its rank as the #13 NIH-funded public school.
Neurology & Neurosurgery Publications in 2022
Neurology & Neurosurgery Total Research Funding
Ranked #18 in Neurology NIH National Funding
Active Clinical Trials
Surgeries Performed in 2023
Patient Visits in 2023
Over 75 years of clinical care, education, and research - our nationally recognized, subspecialized neurology and neurosurgery teams have unmatched expertise in neurosurgical oncology, early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, neuromuscular diseases, neurotoxicology, cerebrovascular surgery, complex skull base surgery, routine and complex spine surgery and peripheral nerve surgery.
- Indiana Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center is one of only 33 centers in the U.S. solely committed to Alzheimer’s research.
- Indiana’s first and highest designation as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, certified by The Joint Commission.
- Pioneered as one of the only medical centers in the United States using magnetoencephalography to non-invasively localize epileptic focus.
Our Neurology and Neurosurgery Programs
Over 75 years of clinical care, education, and research - our nationally recognized, subspecialized neurology and neurosurgery teams have unmatched expertise in neurosurgical oncology, early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, neuromuscular diseases, neurotoxicology, cerebrovascular surgery, complex skull base surgery, routine and complex spine surgery and peripheral nerve surgery.
- Indiana Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center is one of only 33 centers in the U.S. solely committed to Alzheimer’s research.
- Indiana’s first and highest designation as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, certified by The Joint Commission.
- Pioneered as one of the only medical centers in the United States using magnetoencephalography to non-invasively localize epileptic focus.
IU Health Medical Center is home to the international comprehensive study of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease and innovative investigations in a wide array of therapeutic areas supported by federal grants from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), National Institute on Aging (NIA) and National Science Foundation.
Areas of clinical research cover neurodegenerative disorders, neurodevelopment, neuroimaging, ocular neurobiology, pain, psychiatric disorders, spinal cord and brain injury and stem cell.
Learn more about our Neurology and Neurological Surgery research:
- The internationally expanded Longitudinal Early-onset Alzheimer’s Disease Study (LEADS), led by our very own principal investigator, is funded by the NIA to address several major gaps in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias research.
- Co-led the ENRICH trial, a groundbreaking national industry-sponsored randomized clinical trial aimed at evaluating the effectiveness, safety and economics of the intervention of a minimally invasive neurosurgery technique
- Enrolled the 100th patient in a 23-site brain tumor radiation therapy phase 3 clinical trial (ROADS), with continued progress in enrollment and research advancements
- Effective Neurovascular Surgical Treatment Options for Cerebral Aneurysms (PDF)
- Experienced, Multidisciplinary Care Crucial in Surgical Treatment of Acoustic Neuromas (PDF)
Clinical Research
IU Health Medical Center is home to the international comprehensive study of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease and innovative investigations in a wide array of therapeutic areas supported by federal grants from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), National Institute on Aging (NIA) and National Science Foundation.
Areas of clinical research cover neurodegenerative disorders, neurodevelopment, neuroimaging, ocular neurobiology, pain, psychiatric disorders, spinal cord and brain injury and stem cell.
Learn more about our Neurology and Neurological Surgery research:
- The internationally expanded Longitudinal Early-onset Alzheimer’s Disease Study (LEADS), led by our very own principal investigator, is funded by the NIA to address several major gaps in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias research.
- Co-led the ENRICH trial, a groundbreaking national industry-sponsored randomized clinical trial aimed at evaluating the effectiveness, safety and economics of the intervention of a minimally invasive neurosurgery technique
- Enrolled the 100th patient in a 23-site brain tumor radiation therapy phase 3 clinical trial (ROADS), with continued progress in enrollment and research advancements
- Effective Neurovascular Surgical Treatment Options for Cerebral Aneurysms (PDF)
- Experienced, Multidisciplinary Care Crucial in Surgical Treatment of Acoustic Neuromas (PDF)
Our Physician Leaders
IU Health Medical Center is home to world renowned physician experts and care teams who work in collaboration with the IU School of Medicine, the largest medical school in the country. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures that physicians work closely with specialists across neurology, neurosurgery, oncology and radiology to optimize patient outcomes.
Laurie Gutmann, MD
Neurology
Dr. Gutmann is board certified in neurology, clinical neurophysiology, vascular neurology, and neuromuscular medicine and serves as Chair of the Department of Neurology at Indiana University School of Medicine among many other national leadership positions.
Mitesh V. Shah, MD
Neurosurgery & Spine Surgery
Dr. Shah is a board certified neurological surgeon, professor of neurological surgery and adjunct professor of otolaryngology at Indiana University School of Medicine.
Liana G. Apostolova, MD
Neurology
Dr. Apostolova is a board certified neurologist, Associate Dean for Alzheimer’s disease research at Indiana University School of Medicine and the principal investigator of many NIH, foundation, and industry-supported grants for Alzheimer's research.
Laura M. Tormoehlen, MD
Neurology & Toxicology
Dr. Tormoehlen is board-certified in both Neurology and Medical Toxicology. She currently serves as the Vice Chair of Clinical Practice for Neurology at Indiana University School of Medicine.