Board Certification and Education
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology
- University of Illinois at Chicago, IL, 2018
- University of Chicago Medical Center, Neurology, IL, 2022
- University of Chicago Medical Center, Internal Medicine, IL, 2019
- Kutcher Clinic for Sports Neurology, Sports Neurology, MI, 2023
About Me
Biographical Statement
Jake Carpenter-Thompson, MD, PhD, is a board certified neurologist with the Henry Ford Kutcher Clinic for Concussion and Sports Neurology. Dr. Carpenter-Thompson trained at the leading sports neurology program with the world-renowned Kutcher Clinic.
As a physician-scientist, Dr. Carpenter-Thompson has researched and published several peer-reviewed scientific articles investigating the effects of physical activity on brain function. Dr. Carpenter-Thompson has also co-authored clinical journal articles related to cutting edge concussion evaluation and management.
As a neurologist with the Henry Ford Kutcher Clinic for Concussion and Sports Neurology, Dr. Carpenter-Thompson provides individualized neurological care for all athletes.
Titles
- Sports Neurologist, Henry Ford Kutcher Clinic for Concussion and Sports Neurology
Care Philosophy
"I aim to provide individualized medicine to all the people who visit my clinic. As an athlete myself, I understand the significance of teamwork. Therefore, I have a team approach when working with athletes. We work together to optimize athlete's brain health and performance."
Research Interests
As a sports neurologist, I am dedicated to advancing the scientific understanding of concussion and developing unique tools to evaluate concussion.
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Locations
Hospital Privileges
- Henry Ford Hospital