What is the best hospital in the US for multiple sclerosis?

Through research in the Center for Multiple Sclerosis and Autoimmune Neurology, Mayo Clinic is at the forefront of scientific advances to uncover the inner workings of MS, to better understand disease progression and to identify new targets for therapy.

Where is the best place for MS treatment?

Mayo Clinic's MS program has earned a national reputation as a top diagnostic and treatment center. The program is recognized for its multidisciplinary approach to patient care as well as for its advanced research into improved medications and other treatments.

What is UW Medical Center in Seattle known for?

UW Medicine-University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle, WA is nationally ranked in 4 adult specialties and rated high performing in 4 adult specialties and 16 procedures and conditions. It is a general medical and surgical facility . It is a teaching hospital.

Who is the head of neurology at University of Washington?

Thabele M. Leslie-Mazwi, MD I serve as Chair of the Department of Neurology here at the University of Washington. After medical school training at the University of Zimbabwe in southern Africa I completed a Neurology residency at the Mayo Clinic in Florida.

What is the most advanced MS treatment?

Ocrelizumab (Ocrevus) was approved by the FDA in 2017. This drug reduces relapse rate and risk of disability progression in relapsing-remitting MS . It is also the first DMT to slow the progression of the primary-progressive form of MS .

What is the most serious form of MS?

When the condition rapidly progresses, it is known as an acute form of the condition called fulminant multiple sclerosis . This condition is sometimes referred to as Marburg-type MS . This disorder causes destruction of the coating (myelin) that surrounds and protects nerve fibers (axons).

What is the ranking of UW Medical Center in the world?

Newsweek recently named University of Washington Medical Center one of the “World's Best Hospitals 2022.” UW Medical Center (UWMC) ranked 88th in the world , and was also the highest ranking hospital in Washington.

Is UW Medicine prestigious?

University of Washington (UW) consistently ranks among the top 10 in the world for clinical medicine in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) .

Where does UW Medical School rank?

University of Washington 2023-2024 Rankings University of Washington is ranked No. 13 (tie) in Best Medical Schools: Research and No. 1 in Best Medical Schools: Primary Care.

What is University of Washington neuroscience program ranked?

Neuroscience and behavior ( No. 20 ) Pharmacology and toxicology (No. 5)

Who is the neurology consultant at King's College?

Dr Fiona Norwood Dr Norwood is a Consultant Neurologist undertaking both general and subspecialty neurology practice. She heads the acute inpatient neurology team at King's.

Multiple Sclerosis Center at UW Medical Center - Northwest

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Day of Week	Hours Open
Monday	8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday	8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday	8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday	8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday	8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

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McMurray Medical Building, 1536 N. 115th Street, Suite 130, Seattle, WA 98133

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Kevin N. Alschuler, PhD

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Samantha B. Artherholt Ph.D.

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Bevan Davis

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Multiple sclerosis

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Tracy Herring, Ph.D.

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Gloria Hou, MD

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Eugene May, MD

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Michael J. Persenaire, MD

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Shuvro Roy, MD

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Sarah Simmons, MD, PhD

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Physical medicine and rehabilitation | Neurologic rehabilitation | Multiple sclerosis

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Joe Stuckey M.S., C.R.C.

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Caroline Walker, ARNP, DNP, MHS

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Multiple sclerosis

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Yujie Wang, MD

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Annette Wundes, MD

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Gloria von Geldern, MD

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Services available at this location include:

Diagnostic consultations and second opinions
Diet and nutrition
Infusion therapy for MS
MS symptom management
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Multiple sclerosis
Neurologic rehabilitation
Neuropsychology
Occupational medicine
Physical therapy
Rehabilitation psychology
Speech and language therapy

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Award-winning, team-based services for MS patients nationwide

TheMultiple Sclerosis Center at UW Medical Center - Northwest in Seattle is an award-winning specialty center where a team of expert providers addresses patients’ individual needs, including accurate diagnosis, differentiation of MS from other mimicking conditions (for instance, neuromyelitis optica, optic neuritis, transverse myelitis), treatment, rehabilitation and symptom management for optimal outcome and well-being.

Our team consists of neurologists, a rehabilitation physician, rehabilitation psychologists, a nurse practitioner, a vocational counselor, a social worker, MS-trained nurses, infusion nurses and a pharmacist.Patients alsohave access to UW Medicine professionals in other subspecialties, such as neuropsychology, physical and occupational therapy and nutrition. Our facility includes an on-site, dedicated infusion suite and pharmacy as well as on-site MRI that facilitates same-day imaging for patients with urgent symptoms or traveling long distances.

Our center has been an NIH-funded, national leader in multiple sclerosis research for over 40 years, and patients interested in research routinely have the opportunity to participate in clinical studies. The Multiple Sclerosis Center also trains future leaders in multiple sclerosis care through its physician fellowship program.

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Driving Directions:

From I-5, take exit 173
Turn west on Northgate Way
At Meridian Avenue North, turn right (north)
Take the first left onto 115th Street
The main hospital entrance is on the right - note the North Entrance is inside campus.

The North Entrance is open every day from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. If you need to enter the hospital after regular hours, please use the emergency room entrance.

For directions to a specific building on campus, please see the campus map below.

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For your convenience, Metro Route 345 provides direct campus service, dropping patients and visitors off at the entrance to the main tower on the main hospital campus. For more information about other routes and service to UW Medical Center - Northwest, please visit the Metro Transit website.

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UW Medical Center - Northwest
1550 N. 115th Street
Seattle, WA 98133-9733
Main Hospital Number: 206.364.0500
Toll Free: 877-NWH-HOSP (877.694.4677)

Northwest Outpatient Medical Center
10330 Meridian Ave. North
Seattle, WA 98133-9733

The parking program at UW Medical Center - Northwest was introduced to make parking both faster and more accessible to our patients and visitors. The program helps ensure patients and visitors will find parking on campus that is convenient to their hospital destination.

Parking kiosks at the main entrance make it easy to ask for directions and provide an additional level of security at the hospital.

Visitor and patient parking on the UW Medical Center - Northwestcampuses is inexpensive. There is no charge for visitors who drive on campus to drop off or pick up family and friends (a grace period of 30 minutes or less is allowed). For those who are on campus for scheduled appointments or who will be visiting for longer periods of time, the rates below apply.

Some physician offices and clinics provide validation at no charge. Please check with your physician or clinic directly before arriving on campus to see if they validate parking. The following are the current rates for parking on the main UW Medical Center - Northwest campus and the Northwest Outpatient Medical Center.

Length of Stay	Rate
0 to 30 Minutes	FREE
30 to 60 Minutes	$4
1 to 2 Hours	$6
2-4 Hours	$8
Over 4 hours	$10
All-Day Pass	$10 (includes in-and-out privileges)
Weekday Pass	$32 (includes in-and-out privileges)
Weekends	FREE

These rates are effective 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. on weekdays on the main hospital campus and from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Northwest Outpatient Medical Center. Weekends are free on both campuses.

Multiple Sclerosis Center at UW Medical Center - Northwest | UW Medicine (2024)

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Samantha B. Artherholt Ph.D.

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Bevan Davis

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Tracy Herring, Ph.D.

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Gloria Hou, MD

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Eugene May, MD

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Michael J. Persenaire, MD

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Shuvro Roy, MD

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Sarah Simmons, MD, PhD

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Joe Stuckey M.S., C.R.C.

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Caroline Walker, ARNP, DNP, MHS

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Yujie Wang, MD

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Annette Wundes, MD

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Gloria von Geldern, MD

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