Dr. Michael Williams

Professor

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Biography

Michael Williams, MD, is a board-certified neurologist and director of Adult Transitional Hydrocephalus Disorders at UW Medicine. He is an internationally recognized expert in idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH) and hydrocephalus in young and middle-aged adults. Dr. Williams specializes in the management of conditions such as pseudotumor cerebri, known as idiopathic intracranial hypertension, and disorders involving spinal fluid circulation. He adopts a comprehensive and patient-centered approach to diagnosis and treatment, ensuring that his patients' concerns are understood and addressed appropriately. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Williams is a professor of Neurology and Neurological Surgery at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He is also involved in clinical research as a founding member of the Adult Hydrocephalus Clinical Research Network (AHCRN) and has received research funding from NASA to investigate the effects of spaceflight on spinal fluid pressure. Outside of his professional interests, Dr. Williams enjoys traveling, photography, and weekend bicycling during his spare time.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.