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About
Dr. Buyan Dent is a neurologist in the Movement Disorders Program. Dr. Buyan Dent's main focus is the care of patients with Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, multiple systems atrophy, progressive supranuclear palsy and other movement disorders. With state-of-the-art pharmaceutical treatments, botulinum toxin injections and surgical management options, Dr. Buyan Dent helps patients with a unique program that suits their particular conditions.
As part of the Performing Arts Medicine Program, she is dedicated to the care of artists with neurologic conditions such as tremors, dystonias and ataxias, that may interfere with performance and movement. She also helps with performance-related overuse conditions or injuries that result in focal dystonia, nerve injuries, weakness, tremors and coordination difficulties.
Languages spoken
- English
University affiliation
Practice locations
Education & credentials
Board certifications
- Neurology
Medical School
- University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (formerly UW Medical School), Madison, WI
Fellowships
- Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA
Residencies
- University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, Madison, WI
Internships
- University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, Madison, WI
Specialties
Conditions
Treatments
Additional conditions and treatments
Research and publications
Dr. Buyan Dent's previous research examined the rehabilitation of patients with atypical parkinsonian disorders. She hopes to implement clinical research trials to expand treatment options and knowledge in both Parkinson's and Huntington's Disease.