Associate Program Director of Clinical Curriculum, Neurology Residency Program, University of Michigan
Why I love to teach
My focus is to improve care for patients with Parkinson’s disease through education and better access to care. I teach students, APPs, residents, movement disorders fellows, and serve as the Director of Movement Disorders Education and Outreach for the faculty. I also volunteer on the Professional Advisory Board for the Michigan Parkinson Foundation, working to improve knowledge in the community.
Courses with Kara
Latest articles with Kara
Analyzing cognitive deficits and treatment options in Parkinson’s disease
Differentiate cognitive impairment from dementia, use the appropriate cognitive assessment, and treat PD dementia.
Common non-motor features in patients with Parkinson's disease
Motor symptoms are often the hallmark of PD, but as the disease progresses non-motor symptoms may become more disabling.
Managing motor fluctuations in Parkinson's with medication
If your patient is struggling with on and off periods, we have two main ways to address their medications that can provide relief!
Dopamine replacement in Parkinson's disease: initial therapy
Carbidopa / levodopa, dopamine agonists, or MAO-B inhibitors. What is the first-line therapy for Parkinson’s disease?
Diagnose Parkinson’s disease using an algorithm
Dr Kara Wyant walks you through how to make a diagnosis using an algorithm that helps identify supportive criteria and red flags.
Introducing Parkinson's Essentials with Dr Kara Wyant
This course will elevate your diagnostic skills and help you to confidently manage the motor and non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's.