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Board Certification
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American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
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Patient Rating
4.9
/5
( out of
44 reviews
)
The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers. The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Neurology
-Professor (Clinical) Emeritus |
|---|---|
| Board Certification |
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
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Education history
| Undergraduate | Biology - Southern Methodist University | B.S. |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Medical | Medicine - Tulane University | M.D. |
| Internship | Internal Medicine - Michael Reese Hospital | Intern |
| Residency | Neurology - University of Michigan | Resident |
| Chief Resident | Neurology - University of Michigan | Chief Resident |
| Fellowship | Neurology - Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital | Fellow |
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Kinard K, Osborn AG, Palmer CA, Warner JE, Katz BJ, Crum AV, DeWitt LD, Sonnen JA, Digre K (2015). Ataxia at the Masquerade Ball. Journal of neuro-ophthalmology, 35(3), 315-8.
- Sangle N, Baringer JR, Majersik J, DeWitt L (2016). CADASIL with Multiorgan Involvement: a Complete Autopsy Examination Report. The Canadian journal of neurological sciences. Le journal canadien des sciences neurologiques, 43(1), 202-5.
- Bennett AE, Hoesch RE, DeWitt LD, Afra P, Ansari S (2014). Therapeutic hypothermia for status epilepticus: A report, historical perspective, and review. Clinical neurology and neurosurgery, 126, 103-9.
- Chung LS, Tkach A, Lingenfelter EM, Dehoney SB, Rollo J, de Havenon A, DeWitt LD, Grantz MR, Wang H, Wold JJ, Hannon PM, Weathered NR, Majersik J (2016). Tissue Plasminogen Activator Prescription and Administration Errors within a Regional Stroke System. Journal of stroke and cerebrovascular diseases, 25(3), 565-71.
- Caplan L, Wityk R, Pazdera L, Chang HM, Pessin M, DeWitt L (2005). New England Medical Center Posterior Circulation Streoke Registry II. Vascular Lesions. Journal of clinical neurology (Seoul, Korea), 1(1), 31-49.
Dr DeWitt is an amazing neurologist who cares deeply about her clients and goes above and beyond to help in any way she can.
Dr Dewitt always makes me feel assured she is going to find out what is wrong.
Dr. DeWitt is an amazingly compassionate doctor. She listens well, is engaged in my care and remembers the details from my life from conversations from past visits through the years. She is very knowledgeable and up to date on the latest research. Her calm, reassuring guidance is greatly appreciated.
Dr. DeWitt explained things in terms that were easily understood.
This provider is one of the best I've even been involved with. She is through professional and diagnosed my problem from the beginning and had done an excellent job at monitoring my medications
Good
Very nice, listens, suggest and I enjoy her and respect what she says
Will miss her after she retires
The Best!!! Great communicator. Professional-Informative.
Dr. Dewitt is an excellent doctor and I am impressed with her knowledge, care and concern for her patients. I am glad that I have had the opportunity to be her patient for over 10 years.
She has been my neurologist for 17 years. She is always attentive to me, answers my questions and listens to my concerns. She is very knowledgeable and will explain things in terms I understand with patience. I value her expertise and her ethics. I respect her for her integrity as well as her excellence in care.
Thoroughly listened and made sure that my case was correctly dealt with. Clarified when not understanding why. Enjoy working with her.
She was so nice and I felt like she truly cared. She made me feel heard and like I mattered.
Utmost respect for Dr Dewitt
Dr Dewitt has always envoled me in every aspect of my care.
Very good
Dr. Dewitt is the best doctor. I trust her and I make the best decisions because of her input.
I don't particularly like going to the dr. by I certainly don't mind appointments with Dr. DeWitt.Not only is she an excellent physician she is also a very pleasant person.
She listens to me and my problems and doesn't think I am stupid
She is an excellent doctor, and I have felt very well cared for from the very beginning of our association many many years ago.
She always has been professional, supportive and positive, making us feel that I mattered to her, as a physician, making me want to do what I could to improve and maintain my health. Without any pretensions, she is very educated and up to date in neurology. She draws on that knowledge to assess her patient's condition and prognosis. She listens to her patients.
She's an amazing doctor and someone I know I can trust.
I love their careI just passed on her name today to a friends wife suffering from M.S..
Dr. Dewitt was great and she listened to my concerns and offered solutions for me to try.
Once I got logged in, it went better both with the PA and Dr DeWitt.
Dr. Dewitt was professional and explained things in a way I could understand.
This was my first appointment with Dr. Dewitt in person. Since my MS diagnosis, I "played doctor," and looked into a variety of treatments, and brought those to my appointment. She took the time to explain the pros and cons of the treatments, answered my questions and made. She put me at ease explaining the details of the medication I'm taking, and our plan going forward.
She listens well & really cares. I will miss her!
Every time we have left the U after an appointment with Dr. Dewitt we have commented what a wonderful experience it h as been. We were given time to address concerns and have questions answered.
Very pleased with Dr Dewitt. Was referred to her by Dr. Steve Merrill , a vascular surgeon
Dr. Dewitt is wonderful at making you feel listened to and addressing any concerns.
She is a real Gem!!
I only saw her briefly to review and discuss next steps. Appreciated her input and time.
Dr Dewitt did not seem interested in the information I provided her about my experience with the new drug I am using.
I love Dr. Dewitt!
Most helpful
I always feel heard and seen and she is always thorough. I always feel that my time there is a wonderful use of time.
She is very good at helping me with my MS symptoms. She listens to me.
not getting any answers about future. how to proceed. everything takes so long.
She is an outstanding doctor in her field. She has taken care of me for many years and I hope for more to come.
Dr Dewitt is very kind, caring and knowledgeable.
I had a very pleasant, positive and productive experience during my appointment. I have the greatest respect for her. She knows my recent past medical history. I can confide in her for my future treatments.
Trusting, and knows my history.
Dr Dewitt is has been my Dr for many years. She takes time to explain any test results and offer suggestions that may help.
Dr. Dewitt is the name any MS patient must know and meet to a chance of recovery!!!
My husband has been a happy patient of Dr. Dewitt's for 10 years now. We are always pleased with the level of care received and professionalism. She seems to work well with her residents and fellows in helping her patients to make good informed decisions about their healthcare. I do not expect less than the best from a visit with Dr. Dewitt.
Dr Dewitt is an excellent doctor. I would recommend her to anyone.
once we were able to get the website up it was just perfect
Dr. DeWitt is amazing.
Dr DeWitt is aa intellegent well educated doctor. She has been my MS doctor for several years. I would definately recommend her.
Dr. Dewitt is knowledgeable and compassionate. She's also delightful to talk with.
Dr DeWitt has taken care of me for a number of years now and I have total confidence in her to take care of me! I dont know what I would do without her!
Very good. She took time to review the information and make recommendations. I have a high-degree of trust and confidence in her.
MA was very professional, very nice, Dr DeWitt is absolutely fantastic. Love her and appreciate her
Dr DeWitt is fantastic
Dr. Dewitt is very responsible and I feel like she cares for me and what is going on with my disease.
Dr. Dewitt is caring and detailed oriented. Shes a fabulous listener and is helping with my very rare condition.
He was very nice and explain things
She talk to my daughter, mostly but What I hear was excellent
very good
Very through, could understand your statements, verygood
Dr. DeWitt is a very caring & takes time to explain how you are doing. She puts you through the little tests each time she sees you. Gives you suggestions to do before your next appointment. I don't want to see any other provider.
very friendly and caring
I have the same responses as to my experiences with Dr. Silla.
L. Dana Dewitt, MD is extremely understanding & totally knowledgeable about M.S.