John Kissel, MD

Chair, Department of Neurology; Professor of Neurology, Pediatrics and Neuroscience; Director, Muscular Dystrophy Association and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Clinic

I specialize in peripheral nerve, muscle and anterior horn cell disorders. My interests include facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, various muscular dystrophies and inflammatory myopathies. 

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Miriam Freimer, MD

Director, EMG Laboratory; Co-director, Myasthenia Gravis Clinic

I am an associate professor in the Department of Neurology. My research is focused on neuromuscular diseases including myasthenia gravis (MG), chronic inflammatory demyelinating neuropathy (CIDP), dermatomyositis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), iodiopathic painful neuropathies and hereditary neuropathies.

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Sandra Kostyk, MD, PhD

Director, Division of Movement Disorders

I am a professor in the Departments of Neuroscience and Neurology. My clinical interests are movement disorders and spinal cord injury. My research interests include neurodegenerative disease processes — neuroregeneration, neurorecovery, neuroadaptation and neuroprotection.

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Michael Racke, MD

Director, Division of Multiple Sclerosis

I am a professor in the Department of Neurology. My clinical and research interests include neuroimmunology and multiple sclerosis, specifically studying disease pathogenesis and developing novel therapies.

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Douglas Scharre, MD

Director, Division of Cognitive and Memory Disorders

I am a professor of the Departments of clinical neurology and psychiatry. I specialize in cognitive assessment, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, mild cognitive impairment, dementia with Lewy bodies, frontotemporal dementia and behavioral disturbances in dementia.

Michel Torbey, MD, MPH, FNCS, FCCM, FAHA, FANA

Director, Division of Cerebrovascular Diseases & Neurocritical Care

As medical director of the Neurovascular Stroke Center, I specialize in stroke, acute neurological emergencies, intracerebral hemorrhage, and TBI. My research focuses on neuroprotective strategies in TBI, global and focal ischemia.

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Christine Bogda, CNP

Nurse Practitioner

Family nurse practitioner Christine Bogda, CNP, specializes in MS diagnosis, management and treatment. She has both a master’s and bachelor’s degree in nursing. She also has experience caring for critically ill neurology and neurosurgical patients.

Mark Constable, MSN, RN, AGACNP-BC

Certified Nurse Practitioner

As a CNP, I focus on diagnosing and treating patients with neurologic diseases requiring neurological surgery. I provide leadership on a multidisciplinary team to help drive quality outcomes and continuity of care. I'm involved in every aspect of care including inpatient and outpatient, pre- and post-operative follow-up and consultation. I completed my BSN at the University of Akron and my MS in Nursing at Duke University. Before joining Ohio State, I was the stroke program coordinator at Duke University Hospital.

Marissa DeJesus, MS, RN, FNP-BC

Certified Nurse Practitioner

I received both my BSN and MS in Community Health Nursing from Ohio State. I later completed my Family Nurse Practitioner certification in 2005 from Ohio State. I joined the Department of Neurological Surgery in 2008. My clinical interests include recovery and transitions in care of stroke and neurosurgical patients. I currently facilitate the Aneurysm and AVM support group. I am on the executive board of the Philippine Nurses Association of Central Ohio and a member of American Association of Neurological Nurses.

Nicole Elking, MSN, RN, CNP

Neurocritical Care Unit

In 2013, I joined the Neurocritical Care Unit, where I manage the critically ill neuroscience patient population while providing individualized care. I completed my BSN at the University of Toledo and my Masters of Science in Nursing: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner at Ohio State. I joined the OSU Wexner Medical Center in 2008 as a nursing intern in the medical and surgical ICU. Following my internship, I joined the Neuroscience/Trauma Progressive Care Unit.

Jennifer Fisher

Neurocritical Care Nurse Practitioner

I completed my BSN, magna cum laude with research distinction in nursing, from Ohio State. I went on to receive my master's in Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner at Ohio State. In 2009, I joined The OSU Wexner Medical Center as a registered nurse in the medical intensive care unit. After working in the University Hospital operating room, I joined the Neurocritical Care Unit, where I work as a certified nurse practitioner. I am a member of the Neurocritical Care Society and certified in the NIH Stroke Scale.

Noah Grose, RN, CNP, ACNP

Division of Cerebrovascular Diseases & Neurocritical Care

I received my BSN at Alderson-Broaddus College in Philippi, West Virginia. Following graduation, I worked as an intensive care nurse at the University of Kentucky Medical Center and received my Master of Science degree in Nursing and Acute Care Nursing Practice. I have been a member of the Stroke and Neurocritical Care team since 2011. My clinical interests include acute management of hemorrhagic strokes, hydrocephalus, acute hypertensive management and neurocritical care.

Renee Kovesci, MS, CNP

Nurse Practitioner

I graduated from Ohio State in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I have held nursing positions at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Mount Carmel St. Ann’s Hospital. I graduated from Ohio State in 2009 with a Master of Science, and became certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner. I am board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. My clinical interests include the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of memory disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia.

Thomas Lawson, MSN, RN, ACNP-BC

Neurosciences Critical Care

In 2006, I joined the Ross Heart Hospital at Ohio State as an acute care nurse practitioner in Cardiothoracic Surgery and later worked in the Medical ICU. I currently serve in the Neurosciences Critical Care Unit. I also assist with clinical teaching and mentorship of junior nurse practitioners, residents and medical students. My clinical interests include the critical care management of all neurologic conditions and safe performance of procedures. I currently serve on the ethics committee of the Neurocritical Care Society.

Shannon Linder, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP

Certified Nurse Practitioner, Movement Disorders Division

A certified nurse practitioner, Shannon Linder specializes in neurology of movement disorders and deep brain stimulation treatment. She received her training at Ohio State, including a Doctorate of Nursing Practice, Master of Science Family Nurse Practitioner, Post-master’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Science Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Lucretia Long, MS, RN, CNP

Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurology; Epilepsy Nurse Practitioner

I received my BSN, MS and Nurse Practitioner Certification from Ohio State University. I have been on the OSU faculty since 1989. My areas of emphasis include epilepsy patient education and women's issues. I am well published in peer-reviewed nursing and medical journals, and I serve as a reviewer for Epilepsy and Behavior. I am a member of the local Epilepsy Foundation and the APP workgroup for the American Academy of Neurology. I am also national trainer for VNS (vagus nerve stimulation) therapy.

James McAuley, RPh, PhD

Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Neurology

In the Comprehensive Epilepsy Program, I have the opportunity to interact with patients and healthcare providers, teach and collaborate on clinical research projects. I received my PhD in Clinical Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh. I am the associate dean for Academic Affairs in the College of Pharmacy. My clinical interests include epilepsy, pharmacy, and patient outcomes. I also work closely with the Maternal-Fetal Medicine program, providing collaborative care to pregnant women with epilepsy.

Jerold Reynolds, PhD, RCP, RRT

Respiratory Therapist; Associate Professor of Neurology

I am a licensed respiratory care practitioner and a nationally registered respiratory therapist. My research and practice focus on the complications of neuromuscular disease and how they affect respiration. I began working at Ohio State in 1981 and earned degrees in Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Psychology, Allied Medicine and Allied Health Science. Teaching, clinical practice and clinical research are vital parts of my role in the Department of Neurology, where I have been a member since 1999.

Jennifer Roggenbuck, MS, CGC

Genetic Counselor; Assistant Professor in the Division of Genetics (Department of Internal Medicine and Department of Neurology)

I specialize in the genetic evaluation of neuromuscular disorders such as muscular dystrophies, hereditary neuropathies and motor neuron diseases. I work to bring genetic testing technology to patient care for noninvasive genetic diagnosis, risk assessment and genetic counseling. My research interests include the genetic basis and genetic counseling for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Jessica Truelove, MS, RN, CNP

Nurse Practitioner

Susan Yeager, MS, RN, CCRN

Clinical Instructor, Neurocritical Care Lead Nurse Practitioner

For nearly 10 years, I have worked in Neurosurgical Critical Care and Trauma as an acute care nurse practitioner before joining Neurocritical Care. I received my BSN from Capital University School of Nursing and my MS in Adult Cardiopulmonary from The OSU College of Nursing. I completed my MS degree in Acute Care Nursing Practice at Wright State University College of Nursing and Health. My clinical interests include cerebrovascular diseases, neurocritical care and traumatic brain injury.

Ye Zhou, MSN, RN, CCRN

Neurocritical Care Unit

I earned my BSN, magna cum laude, from Bob Jones University, and my master's degree in Acute Care Program from Wright State University. I am board certified in Emergency Neurological Life Support from the Neurocritical Care Society, an acute care nurse practitioner by The American Nurses Credentialing Center and certified critical care nurse by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses. My clinical interests include cerebrovascular disease, neurocritical care and traumatic brain injury.

Cheryl Wall, RN, MS, CNP

Nurse Practitioner

I work in cooperation with all Neuromuscular attending physicians to provide opportunities to participate in research, continuity and quality care for individuals with myasthenia gravis and other neuromuscular junction defects, dermatomyositis, ALS, IBM, muscular dystrophies, myotonia, peripheral neuropathy (both acquired and inherited) and others.

Erica Wright, MSW, LISW

Social Worker

I received my Master of Social Work degree from The Ohio State University. Since 2009, I have worked in the Columbus community, and have experience with case management, psychosocial assessments, community resources, caregiver issues and knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid.