Tatyana R. Gitlevich, MD

Professional Memberships;

• American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
• American Epilepsy Society (AES)

Awards/Professional Recognition:

• Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2014

New Concussion Program

One of the tricky things about concussions is that they can be subtle and difficult to diagnose. Until recently, concussion screenings were subjective and sometimes unreliable. Even high-quality diagnostic tools haven’t been entirely reliable. “Many people with concussions have normal CT and MRI scans,” Dr. Gitlevich says.

Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved two serum biomarkers for brain concussion testing. A new technology called Quicktome allows more precise diagnosis of concussion. Quicktome is an AI-powered connectomic analysis platform that provides clinicians with detailed insights into patient-specific brain networks and function. The new Concussion Program at WMCHealth is one of three centers that has access to this technology.

What Should I Expect if I Have a Concussion?

If you are diagnosed with a concussion, you need immediate treatment. “An early diagnosis is key to better treatment outcomes,” Dr. Gitlevich notes. “If a concussion is not properly addressed, you may develop chronic symptoms that are more difficult to treat.”

Concussions can affect various aspects and functions of the brain, including cognitive function, vision, motor skills, and balance. That’s why WMCHealth’s Concussion Program offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary approach upon diagnosis. Your care team may include:

• Neuro-ophthalmologist
• Neuro-otologist
• Neuropsychologist
• Neurologist
• Neurosurgeon
• Physical therapist
• PM&R (physical medicine and rehabilitation) physician

These professionals will provide specialized services based on your needs. For instance, if you have vision issues, you will likely have vision therapy. If you have balance problems, you may have a combination of physical therapy to build muscle and vestibular therapy to help with stability.

“Our goal is to have all treatment modalities help you return to normal life as soon as possible,” says Dr. Gitlevich. The WMCHealth team can accomplish this goal by continually tracking your progress with the newest technology available–Quicktome.

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