
Dr. Ahmed’s niche is understanding the connection between TBI/concussion, and neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer’s and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). He was the first to investigate the neurological phenomenon of cognitive anosognosia in veterans with mild TBI. He was an integral part of a major research project to help train physicians to better diagnose TBI. He is interested in investigating new treatment options for those with these neurocognitive disorders.
Dr. Ahmed’s niche is understanding the connection between TBI/concussion, and neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer’s and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). He was the first to investigate the neurological phenomenon of cognitive anosognosia in veterans with mild TBI. He was an integral part of a major research project to help train physicians to better diagnose TBI. He is interested in investigating new treatment options for those with these neurocognitive disorders.

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