Sierra Farris
About Sierra Farris
Sierra Farris is the Senior Medical Lead Neuromodulation at Boston Scientific, with extensive experience in deep brain stimulation and neurological hardware systems.
Title and Current Role
Sierra Farris serves as the Senior Medical Lead Neuromodulation at Boston Scientific, a position she has held since 2019. Based in California, her role involves overseeing medical operations and innovations in neuromodulation, particularly focusing on advancing deep brain stimulation technologies. Her extensive background in neurological procedures and patient care underscores her expertise in this cutting-edge medical field.
Previous Professional Experience
Before joining Boston Scientific, Sierra Farris accumulated extensive experience across various esteemed institutions. She worked as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus from 2017 to 2018 and served in similar capacities at the University of Colorado Denver from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, she directed Deep Brain Stimulation Services at the Movement & Neuroperformance Center Colorado from 2012 to 2018. Her tenure at Seattle Swedish Medical Center as a Neurological Physician Assistant in the Dept of Neurosurgery, along with roles at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, and other leading healthcare entities, further highlights her extensive career in neuromodulation and patient care.
Education and Medical Expertise
Sierra Farris obtained her MA from Cleveland State University (2007-2011) and her MS in PA Studies from the University of Nebraska at Omaha in 2001. She holds a BS from the State University of New York at Stony Brook and Western Kentucky University, as well as an Associate of Science from the University of Kentucky. Her academic journey has been bolstered by specialized training in deep brain stimulation and neuromodulation, allowing her to become a leading expert in managing complex neurological conditions such as Parkinson's Disease, Tremor, and Dystonia.
Specialization in Deep Brain Stimulation
With two decades of experience as a deep brain stimulation programming specialist, Sierra Farris excels in optimizing stimulation techniques for various brain targets including STN, GPi, and VIM among others. Her work predominantly focuses on conditions such as Traumatic Brain Injury, Multiple Sclerosis, and Stroke. Farris is an expert in troubleshooting and rescuing poor outcomes in deep brain stimulation procedures, demonstrating her proficiency with devices from Medtronic and Boston Scientific. Her practical knowledge extends to long-term patient care and hardware system management.
Mentorship and Advocacy
Throughout her career, Sierra Farris has been mentored by renowned figures in the field such as Dr. Monique Giroux, Dr. Jerrold Vitek, and Dr. Ali Rezai. She advocates for comprehensive, personalized care and patient empowerment, emphasizing healthcare equity. Her commitment to these values is highlighted in her contributions to medical education and her advocacy for enhanced patient outcomes through personalized neuromodulation solutions.