Laurie King

Laurie King is a prominent Professor of Neurology at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), where she also serves as the co-director of the Balance Disorders Laboratory. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Anatomy and Neurobiology from the Medical College of Virginia, along with a Master's in Physical Therapy from the Mayo School of Health Sciences and a Master's in Clinical Research from OHSU. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Science from the University of Oregon, completed in 1990.13

With over 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. King specializes in treating patients with neurological impairments. Her research focuses on gait and balance deficits associated with conditions like traumatic brain injury and Parkinson’s disease. She is particularly interested in utilizing wearable sensor technologies to identify these deficits and improve rehabilitation techniques for affected individuals. Dr. King has authored over 70 peer-reviewed publications and is actively funded by both the NIH and the Department of Defense for her research initiatives.124

In addition to her academic and research roles, Dr. King maintains a professional presence on LinkedIn, where she connects with colleagues and shares insights related to her work in neurology.3