Jeffrey M Burns MD

Neurodegenerative

Jeffrey Burns is the Edward H. Hashinger Professor of Neurology. Dr. Burns is the co-director of the KU Alzheimer's Disease Center and also directs the Frontiers Clinical and Translational Science Unit and the Alzheimer and Memory Clinic

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3901 Rainbow Blvd# 4070Kansas City, KS 66160
Phone+1 913-588-6970
Fax+1 913-588-6965

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Education & Training

WashU Medicine2011
University of Virginia Medical CenterResidency, Neurology, 2002
University of Virginia Medical CenterInternship, Internal Medicine, 1998 - 1999
University of Kansas School of MedicineClass of 1998

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Certifications & Licensure

KS State Medical License 2004 - 2027
MO State Medical License 2002 - 2027
VA State Medical License 1998 - 2002
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Neurology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory 2014 Certified EHR Suite, Epic Systems Corporation, 2013-2014, 2016-2017
CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification Beacon Oncology 2014 Certified Module, Epic Systems Corporation, 2013-2014, 2016-2017
CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory - Core EMR, Epic Systems Corporation, 2013-2014, 2016-2017

Clinical Trials

Brain Aging Project--Kansas University
COMPLETED
Memory and Insulin in Early Alzheimer's Disease
COMPLETED
PHASE1, PHASE2
Pilot Study of Aerobic Exercise in Early Alzheimer's Disease(AD)
COMPLETED
NA

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Neurobiological markers across joint profiles of subjective cognitive decline and objective cognitive function in older adults.
Lu Wan, Chaeryon Kang, Rae Harrison, Patricio Solis-Urra, Kelsey R Sewell
Alzheimer's & Dementia. 2026-08-01
Inflammatory, metabolic, and vascular pathways linking cardiorespiratory fitness to cognition: Results from the IGNITE study.
Patricio Solis-Urra, Kelsey R Sewell, Audrey M Collins, Chaeryon Kang, Haiqing Huang
Brain, Behavior, & Immunity - Health. 2026-08-01
Omega-3 fatty acids and Alzheimer's disease-related brain biomarkers in older adults enriched for preclinical Alzheimer's disease.
Danielle N Christifano, Emma Kelly, Scott A Sands, Robyn A Honea, Jill K Morris
Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes, and Essential Fatty Acids. 2026-07-25

Journal Articles

Short-Term Psychological Outcomes of Disclosing Amyloid Imaging Results to Research Participants Who Do Not Have Cognitive Impairment
Jeffrey M Burns, Keith A Johnson, Reisa A Sperling, Jason Karlawish, JAMA Neurology

Authored Content

Short-Term Psychological Outcomes of Disclosing Amyloid Imaging Results to Research Participants Who Do Not Have Cognitive ImpairmentAugust 2020

Press Mentions

Stiff Arteries May Amplify Early Memory Decline in Older AdultsOctober 21st, 2025
KU Researchers Publish Specialized Clinic Model to Fast-Track Access to New Alzheimer’s DrugsJune 11th, 2025
Forging a Path Toward Early Alzheimer’s DetectionJanuary 29th, 2025

Grant Support

Implementing Scalable Tools in Primary Care for Early Alzheimer’s Disease Detection Across a Health SystemUNIVERSITY OF KANSAS MEDICAL CENTER2026–2030
Remote Monitoring and Virtual Collaborative Care for Hypertension Control to Prevent Cognitive DeclineUNIVERSITY OF KANSAS MEDICAL CENTER2020–2025
Aerobic Fitness In Slowing The Progression Of Alzheimer'S DiseaseNational Institute On Aging2010–2012
Dose-Response Study Of Exercise In Older AdultsNational Institute On Aging2009–2011
Energy Metabolism And Brain Changes With Age And Alzheimer'S DiseaseNational Center For Research Resources2009–2010