John Nutt

Biography

Dr. Nutt is a Professor of Neurology and Physiology & Pharmacology, Co-Founder and Emeritus Director of the OHSU Parkinson Center of Oregon and Movement Disorders Program and Emeritus Director of the Portland VAMC Parkinson’s Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center. Dr. Nutt has gained international recognition for his innovative research in movement disorders and is widely recognized for his work on the pharmacokinetics of levodopa which has provided significant clinical and scientific insight on this important therapy for PD. His background in pharmacology has made him a world leader in testing many novel therapeutics for Parkinson’s disease as well as new neuroprotective and neurorestorative therapies. He has also become a world leader and international expert in understanding the gait and balance problems of PD and ways to better manage these problems.

Research Interest

Neurology and Physiology & Pharmacology