Barbara Shapiro, MD, PhD

Cathy Sila MD, FAAN, FAHA, is an internationally recognized vascular neurologist and the Chair of the Department of Neurology at University Hospitals. She is an expert in the prevention and treatment of stroke and neurologic complications of heart disease. As the first woman to chair neurology at University Hospitals, Dr. Sila’s priorities include ensuring access to innovative, high-value care integrated throughout the health system; supporting the provider-patient relationship and experience; training the next generation of vascular neurologists; and promoting research that improves the quality of life for patients with neurologic diseases.

Nicole Maronian, MD, is the Director of Voice and Swallowing Center at UH Seidman Cancer Center and Vice Chair for Education and Quality for the UH Ear Nose and Throat Institute. Dr. Maronian is board certified in Otolaryngologic surgery. Her special interest are voice, airway and swallowing disorders, laryngeal cancer, and general otolaryngology. She joined the UH Seidman Cancer Center’s staff in 2006.

University Hospitals Mauricio Arruda, MD, located in Beachwood, OH, is a renowned cardiology practice led by Dr. Mauricio Arruda. Dr. Arruda is a distinguished expert in clinical cardiac electrophysiology, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of complex arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Arruda is recognized internationally for his clinical prowess and research contributions in the field of electrophysiology. He is a sought-after speaker and educator, having presented at numerous national and international conferences, and has authored over 240 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and book chapters. Generated from the website