Travis Larsh, MD

I specialize in pediatric movement disorders. My services include pharmacological therapies, deep brain stimulation, botulinum toxin and referrals for behavioral therapy. Some of the conditions I treat are pediatric dystonia, Tourette syndrome, tics, chorea, parkinsonism and ataxia.

One of the alluring aspects of movement disorders is the never-ending list of clinical research questions that need answering. Tackling these issues and finding new avenues of exploration is exhilarating.

During medical school, I was drawn to the artfulness and creativity needed to examine a child, especially in pediatric movement disorders. I listen to the patient and their family about how involuntary movements impact their quality of life. Then, I work collaboratively with them to tailor the best treatment plan for each patient. Working with children and their families is a very rewarding experience!

I’m particularly interested in better understanding the neurophysiological basis of movement disorders in children. With better insight into these disorders, I hope to develop more precise and patient-specific biomarkers and treatments that will improve the lives of children with movement disorders.

I’m honored to have been awarded the Outstanding Junior Member Award by the Child Neurology Society (2020, 2022). I’ve also received several travel awards from the Tourette Association of America, the Movement Disorders Society and the American Academy of Neurology for my research presentations.

I grew up in Cincinnati, and Cincinnati is my home. In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with my family, hiking, traveling and cheering for the Cincinnati Bengals and the University of Cincinnati Bearcats.