Neurology

Ashley Thibodeau, NP

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Ashley Thibodeau, NP

Provider Specialty

Neurology

  • About the Provider:

    Ashley Thibodeau, DNP, CPNP-PC, is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the Division of Pediatric Neurology at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan School of Nursing. She provides comprehensive care in the outpatient pediatric neurology clinic and contributes to multidisciplinary programs, including neuromuscular clinics. Dr. Thibodeau brings diverse clinical experience from leading institutions, including Seattle Children’s, Corewell Health, and C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, with expertise in epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, headache management, and mental health comorbidities in children. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Thibodeau is actively engaged in education and research. She teaches undergraduate nursing courses, mentors doctoral nursing students, and participates in interdisciplinary educational initiatives. Her scholarly work includes contributions to peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and national presentations, with a focus on improving care for children with complex neurological and chronic health conditions. Her work reflects a strong commitment to evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and advancing pediatric neurology through education and research.

Selected Publications

  • [1] Thibodeau A, Figueroa M, Torpoco-Rivera D, Erikson N. Adherence to cardiac guidelines in Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Poster presentations: Pediatric Research Day (2026) and Muscular Dystrophy Association Conference (2026).
  • [2] Weaver JJ, Hallam DK, Chick JFB, et al. Transforaminal intrathecal delivery of nusinersen for older children and adults with spinal muscular atrophy and complex spinal anatomy: An analysis of 200 consecutive injections. Journal of NeuroInterventional Surgery. 2020.
  • [3] Thibodeau A. Parvovirus requiring blood transfusion. In: Cases in Pediatric Acute Care: Strengthening Clinical Decision Making. Wiley; 2020.
  • [4] Thibodeau A. Oral health promotion in pediatric primary care. National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP), 2017.

Daniela O. Tapos, M.D.

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Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology at Central Michigan University

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Daniela O. Tapos, M.D.

Medical Director

Provider Specialty

Neurology

  • Academic Appointment: Assistant Professor
  • Areas of Clinical Focus: Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis/Autism/Epilepsy
  • Areas of Research/Scholarship Focus: Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis
  • Board Certification(s): American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Medical School: School of Medicine "Victor Babes"
  • Internship: Flushin Medical Center
  • Residency: Children's Hospital of Michigan
  • Fellowship: Children's Hospital of Michigan
  • Primary Practice Name: Children's Hospital of MI
  • Primary Practice Address: 3901 Beaubien - 3rd Floor - Main Bldg
  • Primary Practice City: Detroit
  • Primary Practice State: MI
  • Primary Practice Zip Code: 48201
  • Practice Phone Number: (313)745-5906
  • Practice Fax: (313)745-0955
  • Accepted Insurance: We accept most types on insurance. Please call to confirm that your carrier is on our list.
  • About the Provider:

    Dr. Daniela O. Tapos is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Pediatric Neurology at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan and Central Michigan University College of Medicine. She is a board-certified pediatric neurologist with expertise in the evaluation and management of children with a wide range of neurological disorders, including epilepsy and neurodevelopmental conditions. Dr. Tapos leads the Multiple Sclerosis and Demyelinating Disorders Clinic, where she provides specialized, multidisciplinary care for children with inflammatory and immune-mediated neurologic diseases. Dr. Tapos is committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care and works closely with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes for patients with complex neurological conditions. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, she is actively involved in medical education, contributing to the training and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows. Her work reflects a strong commitment to advancing pediatric neurologic care while supporting the development of future physicians.

Selected Publications

  • [1] Imtiaz H, Can A, Tapos DO, Weber A. Teaching NeuroImage: Fasting EEG in glucose transporter-1 deficiency syndrome. Neurology. 2022;98(7):e774–e775.
  • [2] Williams MT, Tapos DO, Juhász C. Use of the 2010 McDonald criteria can facilitate early diagnosis of pediatric multiple sclerosis in a predominantly Black cohort. Pediatric Neurology. 2014;51(6):826–830.
  • [3] Altinok D, Agarwal A, Ascadi G, Luat AF, Tapos DO. Pediatric hemiplegic migraine: Susceptibility-weighted and MR perfusion imaging abnormality. Pediatric Radiology. 2010;40(12):1958–1961.
  • [4] Cerghet M, Tapos DO, Serajee FJ, Huq AHM. Homozygous myotonic dystrophy with craniosynostosis. Journal of Child Neurology. 2008;23(8):930–933.
  • [5] Tapos DO, Sivaswamy L. Mood disorder as the presenting manifestation of demyelination. Case Reports in Neurology. 2013;5(2):104–109.

Curriculum Vitae

Carla R. Watson, M.D.

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Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology at Central Michigan University

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Carla R. Watson, M.D.

Assistant Professor

Provider Specialty

Neurology

  • Areas of Clinical Focus: General Child Neurology
  • Areas of Research/Scholarship Focus: Functional Neurological Disorders in Children
  • Board Certification(s): American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Medical School: Wayne State University School of Medicine
  • Internship: Children's Hospital of Michigan
  • Residency: Children's Hospital of Michigan
  • Fellowship: Children's Hospital of Michigan
  • Awards/Honors:
    • Top Doc Award 2021
  • Primary Practice Name: Childrens Specialty Center
  • Primary Practice Address: 3950 Beaubien - Garden Level
  • Primary Practice City: Detroit
  • Primary Practice State: MI
  • Primary Practice Zip Code: 48201
  • Practice Phone Number: (313)745-5306
  • Practice Fax: (313)745-0955
  • Accepted Insurance: We accept most types on insurance. Please call to confirm that your carrier is on our list.
  • About the Provider:

    Dr. Carla R. Watson is an Assistant Professor at Central Michigan University College of Medicine and serves as an Attending Pediatric Neurologist at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan. She completed her medical education at Wayne State University and has been a dedicated clinician and educator since joining the faculty in 2018. Dr. Watson provides comprehensive care for children with a wide range of neurological disorders, with a strong commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based practice. Dr. Watson serves as Director of the Pediatric Neurology Residency Program, where she leads curriculum development, resident education, and mentorship of future pediatric neurologists. She also directs the Functional Neurological Disorders Clinic, providing specialized, multidisciplinary care for children with functional neurologic symptoms. In addition to her leadership roles, she is actively involved in continuing medical education and frequently delivers lectures at institutional, community, and media platforms. Her contributions to clinical care and education have been recognized with multiple honors, including the “Best Child Neurology Attending Physician” award. Her work reflects a strong dedication to advancing pediatric neurology care while fostering the development of the next generation of physicians.

Selected Publications

  • [1] Watson CR, Sivaswamy L, Agarwal R, Du W, Agarwal R. Functional neurological symptom disorder in children: Clinical features, diagnostic investigations, and outcomes at a tertiary care children’s hospital. 2019.
  • [2] Sriwastava S, Watson CR, Sivaswamy L. A child with a hoarse cry and intracranial calcification. 2018.
  • [3] Kawaji Q, Watson CR, Sivaswamy L. Toddler with ptosis: Now you see it, now you don’t. Paediatrics & Child Health. 2018.
  • [4] Watson CR, Agarwal R. Episodic headache and arachnoid cyst–related subdural hematoma. Headache. 2016.
  • [5] Watson CR. Functional neurological symptom disorder in children. Platform presentation, Child Neurology Society Annual Meeting, 2017.

Curriculum Vitae

Mitchel T. Williams, M.D.

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Assistant Professor

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Mitchel T. Williams, M.D.

Associate Professor

Provider Specialty

Neurology

  • Primary Practice Name: Children's Hospital of MI
  • Primary Practice Address: 3901 Beaubien - 3rd Floor
  • Primary Practice City: Detroit
  • Primary Practice State: MI
  • Primary Practice Zip Code: 48201
  • Practice Phone Number: (313)745-5906
  • Practice Fax: (313)745-0955
  • Accepted Insurance: We accept most types on insurance. Please call to confirm that your carrier is on our list.
  • About the Provider:

    Dr. Mitchel T. Williams is an Associate Professor at Central Michigan University College of Medicine and serves as a Pediatric Neurologist at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan. He completed his medical education and residency training at Wayne State University, including specialized training in pediatric neurology and neuroimmunology. Dr. Williams has particular expertise in neuroimmunologic and demyelinating disorders, as well as concussion and traumatic brain injury in children. Dr. Williams leads several specialized clinical programs, including the Concussion Clinic, the Multiple Sclerosis and Demyelinating Disorders Clinic, and the Neuroimmunology Clinic, where he provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for children with complex neurologic conditions. He has also held key educational leadership roles, including serving as Program Director of the Pediatric Neurology Residency Program. Dr. Williams is an accomplished clinician-educator and researcher with a strong record of peer-reviewed publications, invited lectures, and national presentations. He has contributed to multicenter clinical trials and has served as a local principal investigator for studies in pediatric epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and neuromuscular disorders. His work reflects a commitment to advancing clinical care, improving patient outcomes, and fostering education and mentorship in pediatric neurology.

Selected Publications

  • [1] Henry M, Altinok D, Williams MT, Savasan S, Marupudi NI. Isolated central nervous system hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis caused by novel UNC13D mutation. Pediatric Blood & Cancer. 2023.
  • [2] Govil-Dalela T, Thomas R, Weber A, Kamat D, Williams MT, Przyklenk K, Sivaswamy L. Pediatric resident confidence in assessing neurological cases: A nationwide survey. Pediatric Neurology. 2023;145:57–66.
  • [3] Govil-Dalela T, Datta I, Williams MT. Refractory NMDA-receptor encephalitis in a teenager: A novel use of bortezomib. Journal of Neuroimmunology. 2021;355:577565.
  • [4] Williams MT, Tapos DO, Juhász C. Use of the 2010 McDonald criteria can facilitate early diagnosis of pediatric multiple sclerosis. Pediatric Neurology. 2014;51(6):826–830.
  • [5] Williams MT. Pediatric multiple sclerosis: A 20-year evolution from off-label care to precision medicine. Invited Grand Rounds, 2026.

Curriculum Vitae

Fatema J. Serajee, M.D.

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Associate Professor

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Fatema J. Serajee, M.D.

Associate Professor

Provider Specialty

Neurology

  • Areas of Clinical Focus: Sleep Neurology
  • Areas of Research/Scholarship Focus: Neurogenetics/Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Board Certification(s): Neurology/Child Neurology/Sleep Medicine
  • Medical School: Mymensingh Medical College
  • Internship: Children's Hospital of Michigan
  • Residency: Wayne State University
  • Fellowship: Wayne State University
  • Primary Practice Name: Children's Hospital of MI
  • Primary Practice Address: 3901 Beaubien - 3rd Floor - Main Bldg
  • Primary Practice City: Detroit
  • Primary Practice State: MI
  • Primary Practice Zip Code: 48201
  • Practice Phone Number: (313)745-5906
  • Practice Fax: (313)745-0955
  • Accepted Insurance: We accept most types of insurance. Please call to confirm that your carrier is on our list.
  • About the Provider:

    Dr. Fatema J. Serajee is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology at Central Michigan University and Wayne State University, and an attending pediatric neurologist at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan. She is board-certified in child neurology and sleep medicine, with specialized expertise in the evaluation and management of pediatric sleep disorders and neurocutaneous conditions. Dr. Serajee leads the Sleep Disorders Clinic and the Neurofibromatosis Clinic, where she provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for children with complex neurological and genetic conditions.
    In addition to her clinical leadership, Dr. Serajee has a strong academic background in neurogenetics and epilepsy, with numerous peer-reviewed publications and collaborative research contributions. She is actively involved in medical education, mentoring trainees and delivering didactic and bedside teaching. Her work reflects a commitment to integrating specialized clinical care with scholarly activity to improve outcomes for children with neurological disorders.

Selected Publications

  • [1] Serajee FJ, Mahbubul Huq AH. Advances in Tourette syndrome: Diagnoses and treatment. Pediatric Clinics of North America. 2015;62(3):687–701. doi:10.1016/j.pcl.2015.03.007.
  • [2] Serajee FJ, Huq AM. Homozygous mutation in synaptic vesicle glycoprotein 2A gene results in intractable epilepsy, involuntary movements, microcephaly, and developmental and growth retardation. Pediatric Neurology. 2015;52(6):642–646.e1. doi:10.1016/j.pediatrneurol.2015.02.011.
  • [3] Serajee FJ, Mahbubul Huq AH. Association of Y chromosome haplotypes with autism. Journal of Child Neurology. 2009;24(10):1258–1261. doi:10.1177/0883073809333530.
  • [4] Serajee FJ, Zhong H, Mahbubul Huq AH. Association of Reelin gene polymorphisms with autism. Genomics. 2006;87(1):75–83. doi:10.1016/j.ygeno.2005.09.008.
  • [5] Serajee FJ, Nabi R, Zhong H, Huq M. Polymorphisms in xenobiotic metabolism genes and autism. Journal of Child Neurology. 2004;19(6):413–417. doi:10.1177/088307380401900603.

Norimitsu Kuwabara, M.D.

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Assistant Professor

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Norimitsu Kuwabara, M.D.

Assistant Professor

Provider Specialty

Neurology

  • Board Certification(s): American Board of Clinical Neurophysilogy (Epilepsy Monitoring)/Child Neurology by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology/American Board of Pediatrics/Japanese Board of Pediatrics
  • Medical School: Asahikawa Medical University
  • Internship: University of Hawaii
  • Residency: University of Hawaii/University of Tennessee
  • Fellowship: University of Tennessee
  • Primary Practice City: Detroit
  • Primary Practice State: MI
  • Primary Practice Zip Code: 48201
  • Accepted Insurance: We accept most types of insurance. Please call to confirm that your carrier is on our list.
  • About the Provider:

    Dr. Norimitsu Kuwabara is an Assistant Professor at Central Michigan University College of Medicine and serves as a Pediatric Neurologist, Epileptologist, and Medical Director of the Pediatric Epilepsy Center at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan. The program is a Level 4 Epilepsy Center accredited by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC), reflecting the highest level of comprehensive epilepsy care. Dr. Kuwabara completed his medical education in Japan, followed by pediatric residency training in the United States and specialized training in pediatric neurology and clinical neurophysiology. He is board-certified in pediatrics, child neurology, and clinical neurophysiology, with expertise in epilepsy diagnosis and management, including advanced neurophysiologic monitoring.
    Dr. Kuwabara has contributed to peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and international presentations, and actively serves as a reviewer for multiple journals. He is deeply passionate about medical education and is committed to cultivating the next generation of physicians through mentorship, teaching, and academic leadership. Recognized for excellence in teaching, he continues to engage trainees at all levels. His work reflects a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care while advancing both pediatric epilepsy care and physician education.

Selected Publications

Curriculum Vitae

Naznin Mahmood, MD, MEd, MHSA

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Assistant Professor

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Naznin Mahmood, M.D.

Assistant Professor

Provider Specialty

Neurology

  • Primary Practice City: Detroit
  • Primary Practice State: MI
  • Primary Practice Zip Code: 48201
  • Accepted Insurance: We accept most types of insurance. Please call to confirm that your carrier is on our list.
  • About the Provider:

    Dr. Naznin A. Mahmood is an Assistant Professor at Central Michigan University College of Medicine and serves as a Pediatric Neurologist and Epileptologist at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan. She is Co-Director of the Pediatric Epilepsy Program, a Level 4 Epilepsy Center accredited by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC), reflecting the highest level of comprehensive epilepsy care. Dr. Mahmood completed her pediatric residency at Children’s Hospital of Michigan and her neurology and clinical neurophysiology training at the University of Chicago. She is board-certified in child neurology, clinical neurophysiology, and epilepsy. Dr. Mahmood has a strong clinical focus on epilepsy and neurodevelopmental disorders, complemented by additional expertise in healthcare systems through her Master of Health Services Administration training from the University of Michigan. She has contributed to peer-reviewed publications, textbook chapters, and national presentations, and is actively involved in community education and advocacy, including work with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan. Her work reflects a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while advancing clinical programs and improving outcomes for children with neurological disorders.

Selected Publications

  • [1] Mahmood NA, Sivaswamy L. Chronic headaches in children. In: Symptom-Based Approach to Pediatric Neurology. Springer; 2023.
  • [2] Ali R, Elsayed M, Kaur M, Air E, Mahmood NA, Constantinou J, Schwalb J. Use of social media to assess the effectiveness of vagal nerve stimulation in Dravet syndrome: A caregiver’s perspective. Journal of the Neurological Sciences. 2017;375:146–149.
  • [3] Mahmood NA, Silver K, Onel K, Ko M, Javed A. Efficacy and safety of rituximab in pediatric neuromyelitis optica. Journal of Child Neurology. 2011;26(2):244–247.
  • [4] Mahmood NA. Benign epilepsies and childhood epilepsy syndromes. Regional Epilepsy Symposium, Henry Ford Health System Neuroscience Institute, 2016.
  • [5] Mahmood NA. Temporal lobe epilepsy presenting as hypermotor seizures. American Epilepsy Society (AES), National Epifellows Foundation Case Presentation, 2010.
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