Paul Wright, MD

Dr. Paul Wright is a board-certified neurologist with subspecialty training in stroke and cerebrovascular disease. As a general neurologist, he helps patients with many types of neurological conditions, including brain recovery from traumatic injuries, movement disorders and cognitive health. As a stroke specialist, he has a deep understanding of stroke prevention, treatments and recovery.

Dr. Wright listens to patients and makes complex conditions and treatments easier to understand, helping them focus on healing and feeling supported and confident in their care plans.

Dr. Wright is senior vice president and system chair of the Neuroscience Institute. He is also the John and Joanne Patrick Endowed Chair for Advanced Technology in Neuroscience for his leadership in integrating advanced technology into neurological care. He received the Linde Mentorship Award from the Global Health Academy. He was honored for his exceptional mentorship of international scholars and exemplifying the best of academic medicine and global health. Dr. Wright also received the Dr. Chandler Award from The New York State Trooper Surgeons. This award is one of the State Trooper Surgeons’ highest honors and recognizes individuals whose dedication and compassion reflect the values that shaped the earliest days of the New York State Police.

In his free time, Dr. Wright enjoys traveling, photography, music and martial arts.

Dr. Wright In the News

• The brain on screens with TODAY.com
• The brain on tennis with The Atlantic
• The brain on tipping with CBS News
• The link between insomnia and dementia with News 12 CT

Why should someone choose you to care for their health?
I help keep patients well and healthy through education and disease prevention.

What is the most important thing your patients should expect from their professional relationship with you? What do you expect from them?
I focus on mutual respect and kindness.

How do you spend your personal time when you're not caring for patients?
I love to spend time with my family. I enjoy playing music with my son. Long bicycle rides are especially enjoyable. That is where I think up new ideas.

Why did you choose your specialty and what is its greatest reward?
I majored in neurosciences at Cornell University. I knew then that I was going to become a neurologist. My greatest reward is treating stroke patients and seeing them do well.