Dr. Johnross Rizzo

Associate Professor

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Biography

JohnRoss Rizzo is an Ilse Melamid Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. He also holds associate professorship positions in the Departments of Neurology and Ophthalmology. His expertise is in rehabilitation medicine, with a focus on conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, and acquired brain injuries. He has a significant interest in the fields of eye-hand coordination, eye movements, ocular motor control, and manual motor control. He also investigates the biomechanics of gait, the use of assistive technology, and wearable technology, particularly in relation to visual impairments and sensory augmentation. Dr. Rizzo has been actively involved in clinical research and has directed efforts towards disability inclusion and graduate education within the field. His residency and fellowship training were completed at NYU Langone Medical Center, where he gained extensive clinical experience contributing to his academic and practical knowledge in the rehabilitation of neurological conditions.

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Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
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Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.