Parkinson’s Disease, Dystonia & Movement Disorders Fellows

The Two-Year Movement Disorders Experience at the Fixel Institute, University of Florida: The 4 M’s for Success

At the Fixel Institute, we believe that culture is the foundation of both short- and long-term success, and our fellowship is built around what we call the 4 M’s. The first M is Multidisciplinary. We believe the patient is the sun, and everything should orbit around them, including clinical care, education, research, innovation, advocacy, and community outreach. Fellows learn within an integrated team where every discipline contributes to exceptional patient-centered care. The second M is Mastery. During the first year, fellows immerse themselves in every aspect of movement disorders, developing expertise in phenomenology, genetics, neuroimaging, deep brain stimulation, focused ultrasound, botulinum toxin therapies, infusion and device-based treatments, as well as the full spectrum of procedural and clinical management. The third M is Mindset. We chose the word Mindset because while mastery teaches you what to do, mindset determines who you become. It is the foundation for resilience, curiosity, purpose, and the confidence to pursue a unique path that will sustain a lifetime of innovation, leadership, and service. The second year is about discovering your passion, cultivating resilience, embracing lifelong learning, and developing a unique niche that aligns your talents with a meaningful and impactful career. Finally, the fourth M is Momentum. Our goal is for every graduate to leave Fixel with the confidence, skills, relationships, and purpose to build an extraordinary career and an extraordinary life. We want our fellows to find joy in practicing movement disorders, balance in their personal and professional lives, and a deep sense of meaning that translates into lasting impact for patients, science, and society.