John M Ravits MD
Neurologist | Clinical Neurophysiology
9500 Gilman Dr Mc 0624 La Jolla CA, 92093About
Dr. John Ravits is a distinguished Neurologist in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Ravits specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system. With expertise in handling complex conditions like epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and migraines, Dr. Ravits employs advanced techniques and personalized treatment plans to improve patient outcomes. As a neurologist, Dr. Ravits is committed to staying abreast of the latest developments in neurological research and therapies.
Education and Training
Mayo Medical School, Rochester, MN Medical Degree
Neurologist Medical Degree
Professor of Clinical Neurosciences Medical Degree
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Clinical Neurophysiology- 2008
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- 1986
Physical Medicine and RehabilitationAmerican Board of Physical Medicine and RehabilitationABPMR- Neuromuscular Medicine
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- A4V superoxide dismutase mutation in apparently sporadic ALS resembling neuralgic amyotrophy.
- Dysregulated miRNA biogenesis downstream of cellular stress and ALS-causing mutations: a new mechanism for ALS.
- Targeted axonal import (TAxI) peptide delivers functional proteins into spinal
- Mutant TDP-43 does not impair mitochondrial bioenergetics in vitro and in vivo.
- Placebo-controlled trial of gabapentin in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. WALS Study Group. Western Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Study Group.
- AAEM minimonograph #48: autonomic nervous system testing.
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