Dr. Beatriz Veiga, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Brazil
Dr. Beatriz Azevedo dos Anjos Godke Veiga is a Brazilian neurologist with a focus on movement disorders. She completed her medical degree in 2001 at Universidade Estadual de Londrina, followed by a Master’s and Doctorate in Neurology/Neurosciences at Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP). Her doctoral research, completed in 2023, examined the association between compulsive behaviors and levodopa-induced dyskinesias in Parkinson’s disease patients. Dr. Veiga is currently a neurologist at Hospital Ipiranga and a faculty member at Universidade Nove de Julho. Her research interests include impulsive behaviors, dyskinesias, and Parkinson’s disease. She has received multiple awards, including the International Congress Travel Grant Award from the Movement Disorders Society in 2019 and 2022. Her published work includes articles on depression in Parkinson’s disease and fatigue in geriatric patients. Dr. Veiga is actively involved in several research projects, particularly those exploring the relationship between early-onset Parkinson’s disease and dopamine agonists.
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Awards and Titles 🏆
Dr. Beatriz Veiga has earned significant recognition in the field of movement disorders. In 2022, she was awarded the International Congress Travel Grant Award by the Movement Disorders Society 🌍, highlighting her contributions and research in this specialized area. This prestigious honor was preceded by another International Congress Travel Grant Award in 2019, further solidifying her standing within the international scientific community. Dr. Veiga’s continuous dedication to advancing the understanding of movement disorders has positioned her as a prominent figure in the field, earning accolades for her expertise and commitment to research. 🌟
Academic Background 🎓
Dr. Beatriz Veiga’s academic journey has been marked by excellence in the field of Neurology and Neurosciences. She completed her PhD in Neurology/Neurosciences at the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Brazil, in 2023, with a thesis on the association between compulsive impulsive behaviors and levodopa-induced dyskinesias in Parkinson’s disease patients 🧠. Dr. Veiga also holds a Master’s degree from UNIFESP (2008), focusing on depression in Parkinson’s disease. Her medical residency in Neurology was completed at the State University of Londrina (UEL), Brazil, where she was a CNPq scholar. She holds a degree in Medicine from UEL (2001). 🎓
Complementary Education 📚
Dr. Beatriz Veiga has enhanced her expertise in Neurology through specialized training. In 2019, she completed a short course in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) at the International Academy, gaining 25 hours of focused learning on this advanced therapy for movement disorders 🧠. She also participated in an Observership program at the Movement Disorders Clinic, University of Toronto, with a focus on DBS, accumulating 160 hours of hands-on experience. Dr. Veiga is a Neurologist and Preceptor at Hospital Ipiranga, and a faculty member at the University of Nove de Julho, specializing in movement disorders. 💡
Professional Experience 🏥
Dr. Beatriz Veiga has extensive professional experience in Neurology and academia. Since 2008, she has been a Full Member of the Academia Brasileira de Neurologia (ABN). She is also an active member of the Movement Disorder Society (MDS) since 2017. Dr. Veiga is a Faculty Member at the University of Nove de Julho (UNINOVE) since 2012, where she teaches in the Medicine program 🩺. Additionally, she has served as a Neurologist and Preceptor at Hospital Ipiranga since 2010, training the next generation of neurologists. Her expertise has been pivotal in the field of movement disorders. 🌟
Research Focus
Dr. Beatriz A. Anjos G. Veiga’s research primarily focuses on neurology and movement disorders, specifically the relationship between impulsive-compulsive behaviors (ICBs) and Levodopa-induced dyskinesia (LID) in Parkinson’s disease. Her work, demonstrated in the study “Are Impulsive Compulsive Behaviors Associated with Levodopa-Induced Dyskinesia?”, explores how these behaviors contribute to the clinical presentation of Parkinson’s disease and its treatment. She investigates the neurophysiological mechanisms behind these effects, aiming to improve therapeutic strategies. Her research contributes significantly to understanding the cognitive and motor complications of Parkinson’s disease and optimizing management strategies. 🩺🔬
Publication Top Notes
Are Impulsive Compulsive Behaviors Associated with Levodopa-Induced Dyskinesia? A Brazilian Cross-Sectional Study