The Johns Hopkins University Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery in Baltimore, Maryland, is a globally recognized leader in patient care, research, and education dedicated to the neurosciences. Building on a rich history dating back to the late 19th century with pioneers like Harvey Cushing, the department has consistently been at the forefront of advancements in understanding and treating a wide spectrum of complex disorders affecting the brain, spine, and peripheral nervous system. Annually serving thousands of patients, it integrates cutting-edge research across diverse areas such as stroke, epilepsy, and neuro-oncology with comprehensive clinical services provided in state-of-the-art facilities, including specialized critical care units and advanced operating rooms. The department is also deeply committed to training the next generation of specialists through highly-ranked residency and fellowship programs, consistently earning national recognition for its excellence in the field.
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Johns Hopkins University (often abbreviated as Johns Hopkins, Hopkins, or JHU) is a private research university in Baltimore, Maryland. Founded in 1876, Johns Hopkins was the first U.S. university based on the European research institution model. The university is named for its first benefactor, the American entrepreneur and Quaker philanthropist Johns Hopkins. Hopkins' $7 million bequest to establish the university was the largest philanthropic gift in U.S. history up to that time.