Research Initiative
For 
Functional Movement Disorders

Dr. Hiral Shah is an assistant professor of neurology at the Columbia University Division of Multispecialty Neurology. She diagnoses and manages patients with FMD and functional neurologic disorders in general.

Dr. Zachary Grin is a licensed physical therapist in NY and NJ with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. He is practicing in NYC where he provides telehealth and at-home services. He started Rewire Physical Therapy & Wellness to assist individuals living with complex neurologic and chronic pain conditions regain function, passion, and purpose in their lives. As a commitment to his patients' and clients' health and long-term wellness, he strives to provide a unique and individualized physical therapy experience.

Danielle Kipnis specializes in yoga, creative movement, mindful alignment, and strength building that is grounded in anatomy and physiology. Classes are built around a keen understanding of movement science, breath, and body awareness. Practitioners are led through an empowering, artistic flow, that leaves them feeling centered, calmed, and energized. Her individualized sessions use yoga as a means to deepen awareness of and connection to our body/somatic selves. Generally, sessions will combine breathing, postures (seated and standing), and and mindfulness mediation. However, each session is tailored to an individual’s needs. She teaches private and semi-private yoga and movement, as well as group classes throughout the New York City area.

Dr. Erica Kaplan is a licensed psychologist and clinical neuropsychologist. She has a private practice in New York. Dr. Kaplan provides psychotherapy to individuals with FMD and functional neurologic disorders. 

Dr. Christian Amlang is a movement disorders fellow and assistant attending at the Columbia University Movement Disorders Clinic. He diagnoses and follows individuals with FMD in his clinic.