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    MediFind found 195 doctor with experience in Stroke near Encinitas, CA. Of these, 161 are Experienced, 24 are Advanced, 9 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    195 providers found
      Elite in Stroke
      Elite in Stroke

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9350 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (11.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Royya Modir is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Modir is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Internal Carotid Agenesis, Embolectomy, and Thrombectomy.

      Advanced in Stroke
      Neurology | Vascular Surgery
      Advanced in Stroke
      Neurology | Vascular Surgery

      Scripps Health

      326 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gilda Tafreshi is a Neurologist and a Vascular Surgeon in Encinitas, California. Dr. Tafreshi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Idiopathic Edema, Arterial Embolism, and Deep Vein Thrombosis.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Stroke
      Advanced in Stroke

      North County Neurology Associates Medical Group

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Arthur Omuro is a Neurologist in Encinitas, California. Dr. Omuro is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Susac Syndrome, Seizures, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).

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      Advanced in Stroke
      Advanced in Stroke

      North County Neurology Associates Medical Group

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Richard Lane is a Neurologist in Encinitas, California. Dr. Lane is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Dysarthria, Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Seizures.

      Distinguished in Stroke
      Neurology | Psychiatry
      Distinguished in Stroke
      Neurology | Psychiatry

      North County Neurology Associates Medical Group

      6010 Hidden Valley Rd, Suite 200, 
      Carlsbad, CA 
       (6.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Remia Paduga is a Neurologist and a Psychiatrist in Carlsbad, California. Dr. Paduga is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Delirium.

      Distinguished in Stroke
      Neuroradiology | Interventional Radiology
      Distinguished in Stroke
      Neuroradiology | Interventional Radiology
      13265 Norcroft Rd, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ramin Pakbaz is a Neuroradiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Pakbaz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Tejal Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Stroke, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Experienced in Stroke

      North County Neurology Associates Medical Group

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brenton Wright is a Neurologist in Encinitas, California. Dr. Wright has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Huntington Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Parkinson's Disease.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Wesley Shih is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Shih is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Pneumonia, Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH), Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Eric Yuen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Yuen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Alzheimer's Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Cory Nelkin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Nelkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Pneumonia, Peptic Ulcer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ardeshir Dabestani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Dabestani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Pulmonary Embolism, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Steadman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Steadman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Pneumonia, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Don Hammi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Hammi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Peptic Ulcer, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel Miller is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Cynthia Kao is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Kao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Pneumonia, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Eleanor Tring is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Tring is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Hip Replacement, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nova Rahal is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Rahal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gautam Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Ogilvie Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Stroke
      Internal Medicine

      North County Inpatient Medical Alliance, A Medical Group, Inc

      354 Santa Fe Dr, 
      Encinitas, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Arezou Minooee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Minooee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Coronary Syndrome, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Childhood Pancreatitis, Hip Replacement, and Colonoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Stroke?

      A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain stops. A stroke is sometimes called a "brain attack."

      If blood flow is cut off for longer than a few seconds, the brain cannot get nutrients and oxygen. Brain cells can die, causing lasting damage.

      A stroke can also occur if a blood vessel inside the brain bursts, leading to bleeding inside the head.

      When should I see a Stroke doctor near Encinitas, CA?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Stroke doctor near Encinitas, CA?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Stroke doctors near Encinitas, CA?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Stroke doctors near Encinitas, CA?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Stroke doctor near Encinitas, CA?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Stroke doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Stroke doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Stroke doctor near Encinitas, CA?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Stroke doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Stroke doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Stroke doctors near Encinitas, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Stroke doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Stroke doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Stroke doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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