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Default network connectivity is linked to memory status in multiple sclerosis.

In the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society (JINS), Dr. Leavitt and team discuss utilizing MRI scans to understand large-scale neuronal network disruptions that lead to memory impairment, a primary focus of the research Dr. Leavitt conducts in her lab at Columbia. J Int Neuropsychol Soc. Oct 20, 2014. Authors: Leavitt VM, Paxton J, Sumowski JF.
October 20, 2014 Evidence Based, Multiple Sclerosis, News and Research

Aerobic exercise increases hippocampal volume and improves memory in multiple sclerosis: preliminary findings.

For Neurocase, Dr. Leavitt and team share a clinical trial which shows evidence that engaging in 12-weeks of aerobic exercise resulted in improved memory and increased hippocampal volume for people living with MS. Neurocase. Oct 4, 2013. Authors: Leavitt VM, Cirnigliaro C, Cohen A, Farag A, Brooks M, Wecht JM, Wylie GR, Chiaravalloti ND, DeLuca J, Sumowski JF.
October 4, 2013 Evidence Based, Multiple Sclerosis, News and Research

Warmer outdoor temperature is associated with worse cognitive status in multiple sclerosis.

In Neurology, Dr. Leavitt’s team shares the first-ever report linking cognitive performance to outdoor temperature in people living with MS. Neurology. Mar 27, 2012. Authors: Leavitt VM, Sumowski JF, Chiaravalloti N, Deluca J.
March 27, 2012 Evidence Based, News and Research, Nuerology

Joe Duncan

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Joe is the cofounder of eSupport Health and has served as its CEO since the company was formed in November 2019. He is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience in founding, building, and leading effective organizations, and whose counsel is sought out across a variety of businesses.

Since 2012, Joe has served as an advisor to the CEO of protocols.io, the leading digital repository for academic research. He led protocols.io’s initial seed round and continues to be actively involved as a trusted advisor to the company.

From 2015 to 2017, Joe served as General Manager at Lionbridge Technologies, where he established the Legal Division, following Lionsbridge’s acquisition of Joe’s company, Geotext Translations, Inc.

In 1997, Joe founded and served as CEO of Geotext, a multimillion-dollar business providing premium language services to global 100 law firms and major corporations. Geotext became the go-to translation company for many of the world’s most critical cross-border legal matters. At its peak, Geotext had over 120 full-time employees and 3,500+ contractors around the world. In 2015, Geotext was acquired by Lionbridge.

Joe holds a B.A. in English Literature, with a Minor in Political Science, from the University of Southern California and an M.F.A. from Columbia University. Joe enjoys reading, running, and hiking in the Adirondacks with his family. Recently Joe learned to surf which involves more wiping out than catching waves, but he enjoys the challenge.