Dr. Gaurav K. Guliani

I chose to pursue a career in neurology because I've always enjoyed taking care of people and find the brain and nervous system to be fascinating. I studied Integrative Neurosciences at Vanderbilt University and the natural next step was to go into neurology after medical school. From there, I trained in neuromuscular medicine and electromyography at Washington University in St. Louis. The chronic care aspect of neuromuscular medicine allows me to get to know my patients and their families, which is rewarding to me. My first priority is clinical patient care, and I enjoy managing neurology patients with headache, neuropathy, muscle disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), multiple sclerosis (MS) and stroke. I work to provide the best care through shared decision-making. Health care, and especially conditions involving the brain and nervous system, can be intimidating. I begin by listening carefully to my patients to understand what they already know and to answer any questions they may have. We go through the neurological exam together. I explain the situation carefully to help correct any misconceptions and provide understanding. I take a team approach and involve patients and their family members in all decisions to find the best treatment options. My goal is always to improve my patients' quality of life. Outside of my clinical work, I serve as Assistant Professor of Neurology, and Assistant Program Director of the Neurology Residency at the University of Minnesota. I also conduct research trials for ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). I was named one of America's Top Physicians - Neurology by the Consumers Research Council of America in 2014 and 2015, and Rising Stars in Neurology by Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine in 2015 and 2016. I enjoy spending my free time with family, and watching and playing sports. I am a member of the following professional associations: * ALS Association (ALSA) * American Academy of Neurology (AAN) * American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) * Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America (MGFA) * Northeast ALS Consortium (NEALS) * Western ALS Study Group (WALS).

Dr. Guliani is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

Dr. Guliani is board certified in American Board Of Psych & Neuro-Neurology and American Board Of Psych & Neuro-Neuromuscular Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.