Professor Paola Giunti wins European Health Professional of the year

Congratulations to BRC supported Professor Paola Giunti who has been awarded European Health Professional of the year by the European Federation of Neurological Associations.

Ataxia specialist Professor Giunti was awarded for her work in the field, which includes the establishment of a specialist ataxia centre, at an awards ceremony in Dublin last month.

Speaking on the evening, Cathalijne van Doorne of Euro-Ataxia commended Professor Giunti for her voluntary work with patient organisations and the wider patient community. Professor Giunti was presented with her prize by judging panel member Professor David Vodusek.

Left to right: Cathalijne van Doorne, Professor Paola Giunti and Professor David Vodusek