Dr. Burton Scott

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Biography

Burton Lasater Scott is a Movement Disorders Neurologist specializing in the management of patients with various movement disorders including Parkinson's disease, Essential Tremor, tics, chorea, dystonia, Huntington's disease, and tardive movement disorders. He utilizes botulinum toxin injections for treating specific patients with dystonia, tremors, and tics, and is involved in managing patients who have undergone deep brain stimulation (DBS) treatment for Parkinson's disease, Essential Tremor, and dystonia. His clinical work extends to participation in numerous clinical trials aimed at enhancing treatment strategies for Parkinson's disease and Huntington's disease. Dr. Scott completed his medical degree at the University of Miami and pursued his fellowship at Baylor University in Neurology, followed by residency and internship training at Duke University. He is recognized for his contributions to research and clinical practice in movement disorders and is committed to improving patient outcomes through innovative treatments and clinical studies.

Research Interests

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)