Neurology
Amy Amara, MD, PHD
Professor of Neurology and Head, Movement Disorders Section
Aurora, CO
Dr. Amy Amara, MD, PhD, is a Professor of Neurology and Head of the Movement Disorders Section at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, specializing in neurology with subspecialties in movement disorders and sleep medicine. She primarily treats Parkinson's disease, other forms of parkinsonism, tremor, REM sleep behavior disorder, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, insomnia, and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. Her practice serves adult patients, including those with complex neur
21+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Neurology (ABPN)
- Sleep Medicine (ABPN)
Education & Training
- Medical School: Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine (MD, 2005)
- Medical School: Medical College of Georgia (PhD, 2003)
- Residency: University of Alabama Medical Center (Neurology, 2006-2012)
- Fellowship: University of Alabama Medical Center (Sleep Medicine, 2011-2012)
Peer Recognition
- ABPN — Board Certified in Neurology
2026
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Movement Disorders
Conditions & Treatments
Movement DisordersParkinson's DiseaseMultiple SclerosisBotulinum Toxin TherapyDystoniaEssential TremorDeep Brain Stimulation
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
- UCHealth
Languages
English
Experience
21+ years in practice