The Public Health Problem


12
Number of concussions per second
5.7
Emergency Department visits per second
$ 1522
Amount spent on concussion care per second
50 %
of concussions go unreported

Vision and Values

We strive to be the recognized leader in concussion research and clinical practice for a positive impact on patient health.

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Center Impact


200 +
Number of center publications
$ 90.3 M
Amount of center research dollars

Answers To Your Pressing Concussion Questions

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September 18, 2026

Rep. Dingell recognizes U-MCC on National Concussion Awareness Day

On September 18, National Concussion Awareness Day, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell commended the University of Michigan Concussion Center with an official statement into the Congressional Record. Her tribute highlights our groundbreaking…
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September 15, 2026

Behind the Care: Spotlighting the Human Side of Concussion Recovery with Becca Squires

Becca Squires, LMSW Recovery from a traumatic brain injury requires more than just scans, rest, and physical therapy. It takes a whole-person approach to help patients navigate the emotional and…
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June 9, 2026

JT Eckner Presents on Learning Health Systems at U-M Event

Dr. James (JT) Eckner, Associate Director for Research at the University of Michigan Concussion Center and a leader in applying Learning Health System (LHS) principles to concussion care, recently presented…
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June 9, 2026

2026 American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting

In May 2026, Dr. Eleanna Varangis presented a synthesis of her latest research at the 2026 ACSM Annual Meeting as part of a symposium with Drs. Jaclyn Caccese, Hector Arciniega,…
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