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Andrew Spector

Professor of Neurology
Neurology, Epilepsy and Sleep
2424 Erwin Rd, Suite 1001, DUMC 2720, Dept of Neurology, Durham, NC 27710-2720
2424 Erwin Rd, Suite 1001, DUMC 2720, Durham, NC 27705

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@AndrewSpectorMD

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Professor of Neurology · 2025 - Present Neurology, Epilepsy and Sleep, Neurology
Vice Chair, Inclusion, Diversity, and Empowerment in the Department of Neurology · 2019 - Present Neurology, Clinical Science Departments

In the News


Published August 3, 2021
'I Wanted to Be a Part of a Movement:' School of Medicine's Plan for Change

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Recent Publications


The Role of Sleep Apnea in Postoperative Neurocognitive Disorders Among Older Noncardiac Surgery Patients: A Prospective Cohort Study.

Journal Article Anesth Analg · January 1, 2025 BACKGROUND: Obstructive sleep apnea is associated with increased dementia risk, yet its role in postoperative neurocognitive disorders is unclear. Here, we studied whether the severity of untreated obstructive sleep apnea is associated with the severity of ... Full text Link to item Cite

Navigating Life with Restless Legs Syndrome

Book · January 1, 2025 Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a miserable, life-altering condition that affects millions of people around the world but is highly treatable. It is characterized by an uncomfortable feeling, typically in the legs, that is worse later in the day, worse whe ... Full text Cite
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Recent Grants


The Association of Blood-Brain Barrier Breakdown with Sleep Apnea and Postoperative Delirium

ResearchAdvisor · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2021 - 2024

Duke Racial Disparities in Neurology Scorecard

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Harmony Biosciences · 2021 - 2023

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Education, Training & Certifications


University of Michigan, Ann Arbor · 2006 M.D.