Mary Willis, MD
Neurology
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Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Mary Willis
Biography
Mary Alissa Willis, MD is a Staff Neurologist in the Neurological Institute's Mellen Center for Multiple Sclerosis. She completed fellowship training in Clinical Neuroimmunology at the Mellen Center after her neurology residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi.
In addition to caring for people with multiple sclerosis, Dr. Willis participates in clinical trials at the Mellen Center and enjoys opportunities to teach medical students and neurology residents.
Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, 2012
- Residency: University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2011
- Internship: University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2008
- Medical Education: University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2007
- Undergraduate: Mississippi State University, 2002
Board Certifications
- Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, 2011
Awards
- 2014 Cleveland Clinic Dept of Neurology Staff Teacher of the Year
- 2011 Alpha Omega Alpha Resident Teacher of the Year
- 2011 Jackson VA Medical Center Neurology Resident of the Year
- 2010, 2011 Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award
- 2007 AAN Medical Student Prize for Excellence in Neurology
- 2007 Neuroscience Critical Care Achievement Award
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2025-12-08, Dr. Willis has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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