Tyrell Simkins

Tyrell Simkins is an experienced medical professional currently serving as Associate Medical Director at Cytokinetics, a late-stage pharmaceutical company focused on therapies for muscle function across cardiovascular and neuromuscular indications. Previously, Tyrell held a position as Assistant Professor at the University of California, Davis, specializing in neurology, neuroscience, and neuroimmunology, with fellowship training in multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunology. Additional experience includes completing fellowships in multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunology at Oregon Health and Science University and Portland VAMC, as well as serving as a teleneurologist/neurohospitalist at St. Charles Health System. Tyrell completed residency training in neurology at UC Davis Medical Center and earned both a Doctor of Osteopathy and a PhD in neuroscience from Michigan State University. Early academic pursuits included undergraduate research roles at Boise State University and Utah State University.