- Year began practicing:
- 2012
- Year joined staff:
- 2013
- Year began practicing in specialty:
- 2012
Areas of Interest
EMG/NCS, Botox for Spasticity, Theraputic Injections, Post-Concussive Syndrome
Education, Residency and Internship
Education
- 1994-1998
- University of Chicago, BA, Cultural Anthropology
- 1999-2000
- Georgetown University, MS, Physiology
- 2001-2005
- Ross University School of Medicine, MD
Residency
- 2005-2006
- Stroger Hospital of Cook County; Chicago, IL, Transitional Year-Surgery and Internal Medicine
- 2006-2009
- Stroger Hospital of Cook County; Chicago, IL, Anesthesiology
- 2009-2012
- Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital; Wheaton, IL, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Professional Memberships
Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP)
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPMR)
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)
Illinois Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ISPMR)
Honors & Awards
Class Recognition and Service Award 2003
Chief Resident, Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital Residency Program 2011-12.
Publications
Pain, Muscle Spasm and Myotonia Congenita in a 23 Year Old Male: A Case Report. V. Asokan, MD; N. Rao, MD. Poster Presentation at AANEM Annual Meeting in 2011. Abstract Published in Muscle & Nerve and Journal of Clinical Neurophysiology.
Methylphenidate and Modafinil’s Effect on Functional Outcome in Brain Injury Rehabilitation: A Retrospective Study. V. Asokan, MD; S. Mehta, MD; H. Afolarin, PharmD. Oral Paper Presentation at AAP Annual Meeting 2011. Abstract published in the American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Supplement. Grand Rounds Presentation March 31, 2011. Manuscript Pending Publication.
Rehabilitation of Multiple Nerve Injuries Following Rhabdomyolysis and Compartment Syndrome: A Case Report. D. Panchal, MD, S. Allen, MD, V. Asokan, MD and N. Rao, MD. Poster Presentation at AAP Annual Meeting 2012. Abstract Published in the American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Supplement.
Diabetes, Spinal Cord Injury and Functional Outcome: A Retrospective Study. V. Asokan, MD; V. Stambolis, MD. Poster Presentation at the AAPM&R Annual Assembly 2010, Abstract Published in the PM&R Journal Supplement.
Merci Clot Retrieval and Functional Recovery: A Case Series. V. Asokan, MD; N. Rao, MD; Poster Presentation at the AAP Annual Meeting 2011. Abstract Published in the American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Supplement.
- Follow up Case Series Presented at the AAPMR Annual Meeting in 2011 authored by H. Akinbiyi, MD, V. Asokan, MD and N. Rao, MD. Abstract Published in the PM&R Journal Supplement.
Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation for Pediatric Patients with Guillain Barre: A Case Series. V. Asokan, MD; M. Keen, MD. Poster Presentation at the AAP Annual Meeting 2011. Abstract Published in the American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Supplement.
Apraxia in a 48 year old Stroke Patient with Congenital Deafness: A Case Report. V. Asokan, MD; R. Krieger, MD. Poster presentation at the AAP Annual Meeting 2010, Abstract Published in the American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Supplement.
Effects of melatonin administration on daytime sleep after simulated night shift work. Katherine M. Sharkey, Louis F . Fogg and Charmane I . Eastman. J. Sleep Res. (2001) 10, 181±192. Credited for the data collection in a double-blind clinical trial examining the effects of sustained- release melatonin on daytime sleep.
Quick Review of Ventilator Modes: The Gas Cast Anesthesia Podcast Pacemakers and ICDs, V. Asokan—Audio Lecture Presentation Neuro-axial Blocks and Opioids, V. Asokan—Audio Lecture Presentation. Downloadable Podcast Presentations.
Research Interests
Neurostimulants in Brain Injury Use of Modalities in Myopathy
Use of Modalities in Neuromuscular Disease
Certifications & Licenses
Permanent License with Controlled Substance & DEA(IL)
Part I ABPMR Written Boards Passed on Aug 20, 2012
Plan to sit for Part II ABPMR Oral Boards in May 2013.
Board Eligible since March 2012.
