Julie Kurek
Associate Professor
Julie Kurek
Associate Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
Medical College of Georgia
Department of Neurology
Medical College of Georgia
Department of Neurology: Movement Disorders
Bio
I am the only daughter of Polish immigrants and was born and raised in New York City. My upbringing introduced me to many wonderful artistic and scientific novelties which stoked my lifelong love of learning. I knew from a young age that I wanted to be a physician. After world travels and experiences I found my path to Medicine and Neurology.
- JKUREK@augusta.edu
- (706) 721-0807
- HF 1154 1429 Harper St. Augusta, GA 30912
Education
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MD, Medicine New York Medical College, 2009
Certifications
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PHY GA Composite Medical Board, 2014
Awards & Honors
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AAN Palatucci Advocacy Leadership Forum (PALF) Selectee. American Academy of Neurology, 2025
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• 2024 | Patient Experience "Star Performer" Award (4.9/5.0 Rating) Wellstar MCG Health (WMCGH) Hospital President, 2024
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Gold Medal for Video Challenge Case Presentation at the IPMDS Annual Conference in Berlin, Germany International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society, 2016
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
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NEUR 5000
Basic Clkshp in Neurology
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RNEU 5000
Neurology
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RNEU 5005
Neurology Movement Disorder
Teaching Interests
Non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's Disease
Movement Disorder Emergencies
Role of Hormones in Women with PD
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- Flutter Sucking: Voluntary Tongue Tremor in Infancy, 2025
Journal Article, Academic Journal - Evaluation of bidirectional gut‐brain axis and anorectal function in Parkinson's disease with constipation, 2024
Journal Article, Academic Journal - Ethical Considerations in Dementia Diagnosis and Care, 2021
Journal Article, Academic Journal - In defense of the AAN position on lawful physician-hastened death, 2020
Journal Article, Academic Journal - In defense of the AAN position on lawful physician-hastened death., 2020
Journal Article, Academic Journal
Research Interests
As a neurologist practicing in Movement Disorders, I am interested in Parkinson's disease: early detection, possibly prevention, biomarkers, ideal management including procedures such as DBS, TMS and botulinum toxin therapy. Nonmotor symptoms particularly apathy and anxiety are of interest to me as well.
Department Service
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Resident Continuity Clinic 2015 - Present
Role: Faculty Mentor
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Residency Interview Committee 2019 - 2020
Role: Committee Member
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NeuroScience Outlook Publishers 2014 - 2018
Role: Other
University Service
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Successful 5-Year Re-designation: Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence (COE) 2025 - 2025
Role: Chairperson
Professional Service
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American Academy of Neurology 2025 - 2026
Role: Other
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International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society 2025 - 2025
Role: Attendee, Meeting
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Parkinson Foundation 2025 - 2025
Role: Attendee, Meeting
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Role: Invited Physician Advocate (Michael J. Fox Foundation) 2025 - 2025
Role: Attendee, Meeting
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American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) 2025 - 2025
Role: Other
Public Service
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El Paso Westside Parkinsons Support Group 2026 - 2026
Role: Guest Speaker
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Brain Health Symposium Planning Committee 2025 - 2025
Role: Committee Member
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Medical Director / AU Center of Excellence Representative 2025 - 2025
Role: Other
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Parkinson Foundation + Kroc Center 2025 - 2025
Role: Guest Speaker
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WRDW (News 12) Mary Morrison Noon Show 2025 - 2025
Role: Guest Speaker