Neurology

Aimee L. Luat, M.D.

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Associate Professor

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Aimee L. Luat, M.D.

Division Chief

Provider Specialty

Neurology

  • Academic Appointment: Professor
  • Areas of Clinical Focus: Epilepsy/Tuberous Sclerosis/Sturge-Weber Syndrome
  • Areas of Research/Scholarship Focus: Epilepsy/Tuberous Sclerosis/Sturge-Weber Syndrome
  • Board Certification(s): Child Neurology/Clinical Neurophysiology and Epilepsy
  • Medical School: University of Santo Tomas
  • Internship: Children's Hospital of Michigan
  • Residency: Children's Hospital of Michigan
  • Fellowship: Children's Hospital of Michigan
  • Awards/Honors:
    • Detroit Top Docs 2019, 2020, 2021
  • 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 of insurance. Please call to confirm that your carrier is on our list.
  • About the Provider:

    Dr. Aimee F. Luat is Division Chief of Pediatric Neurology at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan and a Professor of Pediatrics at Central Michigan University College of Medicine. She is a board-certified pediatric neurologist, clinical neurophysiologist, and epileptologist with extensive training in pediatric neurology and epilepsy. Dr. Luat is widely recognized for her expertise in the evaluation and management of pediatric epilepsy and complex neurological disorders, including tuberous sclerosis complex and Sturge-Weber syndrome. She has played a central leadership role in multidisciplinary clinical programs, including co-directing the Tuberous Sclerosis Clinic and the Epilepsy Surgery Program.
    Dr. Luat is an accomplished clinician-scientist with a strong record of peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and NIH-funded collaborative research focused on neuroimaging, epilepsy, and neurodevelopmental outcomes. She has been consistently recognized for excellence in clinical care and education, including multiple “Top Doctors” honors and institutional teaching awards. In addition to her research and clinical leadership, she is deeply committed to training the next generation of physicians and advancing patient-centered, multidisciplinary care for children with neurological disorders.

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Curriculum Vitae

A.H.M. Huq, M.D.,PhD.

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Professor Deparment of Pediatrics

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A.H.M. Huq, M.D.

Professor

Provider Specialty

Neurology

  • Areas of Clinical Focus: Neurogenetics, Neurometabolic Disorders
  • Areas of Research/Scholarship Focus: Neurogenetics, Autism, Metabolic Disorders
  • Board Certification(s): Neurology, Child Neurology, Clinical Genetics
  • Medical School: Dhaka Medical College
  • Internship: Children's Hospital of Michigan
  • Residency: Baylor College of Medicine
  • Fellowship: Wayne State University
  • 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 of insurance. Please call to confirm that your carrier is on our list.
  • About the Provider:

    Dr. A.H.M. Mahbubul Huq is a Professor of Pediatrics–Neurology at Central Michigan University College of Medicine and a Clinical Professor at Wayne State University, based at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan. He is a board-certified pediatric neurologist and clinical geneticist with extensive training in neurology and medical genetics, including fellowships at Baylor College of Medicine and the University of British Columbia. Dr. Huq leads the Neurogenetics Clinic, where he provides specialized care for children with genetic and complex neurological disorders, including epilepsy, autism spectrum disorder, developmental delay, and rare inherited conditions. He is internationally recognized for his contributions to neurogenetics and has played a key leadership role in translational research, including directing the Children’s Hospital of Michigan Gene Bank, an early genotype–phenotype repository for childhood neurological disorders. Dr. Huq has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading journals such as Pediatrics, Neurology, and Annals of Neurology, and has contributed to national and international efforts to elucidate the genetic basis of neurological disease. In addition to his research accomplishments, he is deeply committed to education and mentorship, training medical students, residents, and fellows in clinical neurology and neurogenetics. His work reflects a sustained dedication to integrating advanced genetic science with compassionate, patient-centered care for children and their families.

Selected Publications

  • [1] Ueda K, Serajee F, Huq AM. Clinical benefit of NMDA receptor antagonists in a patient with ATP1A2 gene mutation. Pediatrics. 2018;141(Suppl 5):S390–S394.
  • [2] Set KK, Weber ARB, Serajee FJ, Huq AM. Clinical reasoning: Siblings with progressive weakness, hypotonia, nystagmus, and hearing loss. Neurology. 2018;90(7):e625–e631.
  • [3] Ueda K, Serajee F, Rajlich J, Taraman S, Steckling L, Huq AM. Sibling response to initial antiepileptic medication predicts treatment success. Epilepsy Research. 2017;136:84–87.
  • [4] 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.
  • [5] Sundaram SK, Huq AM, Sun Z, Yu W, Bennett L, Wilson BJ, Behen ME, Chugani HT. Exome sequencing of a pedigree with Tourette syndrome or chronic tic disorder. Annals of Neurology. 2011;69(5):901–904.

Curriculum Vitae

Michelle K. Figueroa, M.D.

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Assistant Professor

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Michelle K. Figueroa, M.D.

Assistant 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
  • Accepted Insurance: We accept most types of insurance. Please call to confirm that your carrier is on our list.
  • About the Provider:

    Dr. Michelle K. Figueroa is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Pediatric Neurology at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan and serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Central Michigan University College of Medicine. She completed her residency training in pediatrics and child/adult neurology, followed by fellowship training in clinical neurophysiology at Children’s Hospital of Michigan. Dr. Figueroa is recognized for her clinical expertise in pediatric neurological disorders and advanced neurodiagnostic techniques, with a focus on improving outcomes for children with complex conditions. She holds leadership roles in specialized programs, including the Brachial Plexus Clinic and the Muscular Dystrophy Clinic, where she provides multidisciplinary care for children with neuromuscular disorders. Dr. Figueroa has contributed to the scientific literature, including a publication in JAMA Neurology, and remains engaged in advancing clinical care through evidence-based practice. Notably, she has led gene therapy treatment for spinal muscular atrophy, representing a major step forward in the application of innovative therapies for pediatric neurological disease. Her work reflects a commitment to integrating cutting-edge treatments with compassionate, patient-centered care for children and their families.

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Claudia Anagurthi, PhD, LP, C-DBT, ADHD-CCSP

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Claudia Anagurthi, Ph.D.

Provider Specialty

Neurology

  • Internship: CAPS/Gateway Detroit East
  • Residency: Michigan Neurology Associates/Michigan Pain Specialists
  • Primary Practice Name: Children's Hospital of MI
  • Primary Practice City: Detroit
  • Primary Practice State: MI
  • Primary Practice Zip Code: 48201
  • Accepted Insurance: We accept most types on insurance. Please call to confirm that your carrier is on our list.
  • About the Provider:

    Dr. Claudia Anagurthi is a Pediatric Clinical Psychologist at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan, University Pediatricians, specializing in comprehensive developmental and neuropsychological assessment of children with a broad range of neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions. She evaluates patients with epilepsy, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury, autism spectrum disorder, and other developmental and behavioral concerns, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams across neurology, psychiatry, and related specialties. Dr. Anagurthi has extensive expertise in cognitive, behavioral, and functional assessments, utilizing a wide array of standardized neuropsychological instruments to inform diagnosis and individualized care planning. She is actively engaged in clinical research, including participation in a nationwide multicenter study led by Boston Children’s Hospital, and has contributed to research on adolescent development and neurocognitive outcomes. Her clinical background is complemented by specialized training in ADHD care, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), autism diagnostics (ADOS-2, ADI-R), and trauma-informed therapies, allowing her to provide integrated, patient-centered care for children and families.

Selected Publications

  • [1] Anagurthi C. Learning Differences and Neurocognitive Challenges in NF1. NF-1 Conference, Henry Ford Hospital / Children’s Tumor Foundation, April 2026.
  • [2] Somers CL, Anagurthi C. Parents’ attitudes about adolescents’ premarital sexual activity: The role of inter-parent consistency/inconsistency in adolescents’ outcomes. Health Education Journal. 2014.
  • [3] Somers CL, Tolia SY, Anagurthi C. Parent-adolescent relationships and adolescent sexual behavior: Patterns by adolescent gender. International Journal of Business and Social Science. 2012;3(7):66–76.
  • [4] Anagurthi C, Cahill AW, Somers CL. Individual and family correlates of adolescents’ sexual behavior: Multiethnic findings. Michigan Journal of Counseling Research, Theory & Practice. 2011;38(2):4–16.
  • [5] Tobey J, Hillman SB, Anagurthi C, Somers CL. Demographic differences in adolescents’ sexual behaviors, sexual attitudes, parent communication about sex, and school sex education. Electronic Journal of Human Sexuality. 2011.

Curriculum Vitae

Eishi Asano, M.D., PhD.

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Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology

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Eishi Asano, M.D., PhD.

Director of Neurodiagnostics

Provider Specialty

Neurology

  • Academic Appointment: Professor
  • Areas of Clinical Focus: Epilepsy Surgery/Functional Brain Mapping
  • Areas of Research/Scholarship Focus: Epilepsy Surgery/Functional Brain Mapping
  • Board Certification(s): American Board of Clinical Neurophysiology/American Board of Electroencephalography and Neurophysiology
  • Medical School: Tohoku University, School of Medicine, Sendai, Japan (1990-1996)
  • Residency: Neurosurgery residency at Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan (1996-1998)
  • Fellowship: Clinical Neurophysiology, Children's Hospital of Michigan, Detroit, MI (2002-2004)
  • Awards/Honors:
    • [1] 2017 Health Care Hero Award from Crain’s Detroit Business.
    • [2] 2019-present Editorial Board Member of Scientific Reports.
    • [3] 2020-present Social Media Editor of Clinical Neurophysiology (Official Journal of the International Federation of Clinical Neurophysiology).
  • 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. Eishi Asano is a tenured Professor in the Departments of Pediatrics and Neurology at Wayne State University and a Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at Central Michigan University. He serves as Medical Director of Neurodiagnostics at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan. Dr. Asano is an internationally recognized clinician-scientist specializing in pediatric epilepsy, intracranial electroencephalography (iEEG), and functional brain mapping to guide epilepsy surgery. He has led and contributed to multiple NIH-funded studies, including serving as Principal Investigator of a long-standing R01 project focused on functional brain mapping in pediatric neurosurgery. His research has advanced the understanding of neural network dynamics through innovative approaches such as dynamic tractography and high-frequency oscillation analysis, with findings published in leading journals including Neurology, Brain, NeuroImage, and Nature Communications. Dr. Asano has authored hundreds of peer-reviewed publications and delivered invited lectures worldwide. In addition to his research leadership, he holds key editorial roles, including Executive Guest Editor of NeuroImage and Editorial Board Member of several major journals. His work bridges clinical care and cutting-edge neuroscience, with a focus on improving surgical outcomes and preserving cognitive function in children with drug-resistant epilepsy.

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Curriculum Vitae

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