Within the division, I focus on . . .
I focus on the diagnosis and management of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases of the nervous system, including multiple sclerosis, NMOSD, MOGAD, autoimmune encephalitis and myelitis, stiff person spectrum disorders, neurosarcoidosis, CNS vasculitis, and neurologic manifestations of systemic autoimmune diseases. I also bring specific expertise in neuroinfectious diseases, which often present with overlapping features and require nuanced evaluation. My work frequently involves complex cases at the intersection of infection and autoimmunity, and I remain actively involved in clinical education and mentoring around these topics.
Please view my faculty profile here.
Current Research Projects & Funding
I am involved in clinical quality improvement initiatives, mentoring residents on neuroimmunology-focused projects, and participating in interdisciplinary efforts to improve diagnosis and management of neuroinfectious and autoimmune neurologic conditions.
I see patients at . . .
- Clinical Neurosciences Center (CNC), Salt Lake City Utah
- Imaging and Neurosciences Center (INC), Salt Lake City Utah
- Greenwood Clinic, Midvale Utah
- Hope Clinc, Midvale Utah
Key Publications
Crane PD, Sillau S, Dreher R, Fix R, Winters P, Van Coevering R, Engebretson E, Valdez B, Matthews E, Nair KV, Carlson AM, Piquet AL. Population-Based Study of the Epidemiology of Stiff Person Syndrome in a Large Colorado-Based Health System. Neurology. 2024 Dec 24;103(12):e210078. doi: 10.1212/WNL.0000000000210078. Epub 2024 Dec 2. PMID: 39621949; PMCID: PMC11606148.
Awards, Honors, & Recognitions
- Member, American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
- Member, AAN Neuroinfectious Diseases Advocacy Committee
Professional Affiliations & Leadership Roles
- Member, American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
- Member, AAN Neuroinfectious Diseases Advocacy Committee
Why choose Autoimmune Neurology at Utah?
Our group brings together a team of specialists with broad and deep expertise across the full spectrum of autoimmune and inflammatory neurologic diseases—including multiple sclerosis, NMOSD, MOGAD, autoimmune encephalitis, stiff person spectrum disorders, CNS vasculitis, neurosarcoidosis, and neuroinfectious diseases. We are committed to innovative, patient-centered care, working collaboratively across disciplines to address complex cases with precision and compassion. In addition to close partnerships within neurology, we are building a robust network of providers across rheumatology, immunology, dermatology, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, and radiology to support patients with multisystem autoimmune conditions. Our group also contributes to clinical research, education, and quality improvement, creating an environment where both patients and trainees benefit from comprehensive, forward-thinking care.
