Arthur K. Shapiro

Arthur K. Shapiro, M.D., (1923–1995) was a psychiatrist and expert on Tourette syndrome. His "contributions to the understanding of Tourette syndrome completely changed the prevailing view of this disorder"; he has been described as "the father of modern tic disorder research" and is "revered by his colleagues as the first dean of modern Tourette syndrome researchers".

Read more about Arthur K. Shapiro:  Contributions To Tourette Syndrome Research, Personal Life, Publications

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