Dr. Melanie B. Alarcio, MD, FMAPS
The Neurological Recovery Specialist
Board-certified child neurologist, fellowship-trained pediatric neurologist, and expert in neuroimmune disorders and complex brain recovery.
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Complex symptoms deserve a deeper neurological investigation.
When symptoms extend beyond what conventional imaging can explain, patients may need a physician trained to recognize the complex interaction between the immune system, inflammation, and the brain.
Dr. Alarcio brings more than three decades of clinical experience across pediatric neurology, functional medicine, neuroimmunology, and evidence-informed neurological care. Her approach looks beyond symptom management to investigate contributors to neurological dysfunction and support long-term recovery planning.
Areas of expertise
A national educator in neuroimmune medicine.
Dr. Alarcio lectures nationally on the relationship between immune activity, inflammation, neurodevelopment, and neurological disease. Her work bridges established neurology with emerging science around immune-mediated neurological conditions and neuroplasticity.
- Autoimmune brain disorders
- Brain inflammation
- Environmental triggers of neurological disease
- PANDAS and PANS
- Functional neurology
- Pediatric neurodevelopment
Advanced medical oversight at Neuron Connect
Dr. Alarcio combines comprehensive neurological evaluation with objective brain-function data to help guide individualized care. At Neuron Connect, her physician oversight supports:
A leader in personalized brain recovery
Dr. Alarcio believes every neurological condition deserves individualized investigation. By combining traditional neurology with neuroimmunology, neuroplasticity, and functional medicine, she helps patients and families explore contributors to brain dysfunction and pursue individualized neurological recovery goals.
Her philosophy aligns with Neuron Connect’s mission to deliver objective diagnostics, physician-guided treatment planning, and compassionate care for every patient.
Three decades of neurological practice.
Care that speaks your language
Dr. Alarcio is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, helping more patients and families take part in informed, collaborative neurological care.
Ready to understand your brain?
Talk with our patient coordinators about brain mapping, neurofeedback, or your personal-injury case. We will help you find the right starting point.
Attorney-lien friendly. Se Habla Español. Multiple Arizona locations.