The 20 Best Stroke Doctors Near Me in Burbank, CA

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The 20 Best Stroke Doctors near Burbank, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 714 doctor with experience in Stroke near Burbank, CA. Of these, 516 are Experienced, 141 are Advanced, 44 are Distinguished and 13 are Elite.

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    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neurology | Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neurology | Neurosurgery
    501 South Buena Vista Street, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sandra Narayanan is a Neurologist and a Neurosurgery provider in Burbank, California. Dr. Narayanan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Subdural Hematoma, Stent Placement, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Narayanan is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Stroke
    Neurology
    Elite in Stroke
    Neurology

    Cedars-Sinai Neurology-Los Angeles

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A6600, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shlee Song is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Song is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Apoplexy, and Thrombectomy.

    Elite in Stroke
    Elite in Stroke

    Cedars-Sinai Neurology-Los Angeles

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A6600, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexis Simpkins is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Simpkins is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Vascular Dementia, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

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    Elite in Stroke
    Elite in Stroke

    Medical Imaging Associates

    9033 Wilshire Blvd Ste 305, 
    Beverly Hills, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Lyden is a Neurologist in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Lyden is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Memory Loss, Brain Herniation, and Thrombectomy.

    Elite in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Elite in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    100 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 100, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gary Duckwiler is a Neuroradiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Duckwiler is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization.

    Narbeh Tovmassian
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Elevate Health Group A Medical Corporation

    214 N Central Ave, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Narbeh Tovmassian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Glendale, California. Dr. Tovmassian has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Yaser Badr
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    Badr Medical Corporation

    1500 E Chevy Chase Dr, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr Badr completed his neurosurgical residency at Louisiana State University -New Orleans in 2012. He then completed a neuro-interventional endovascular fellowship at St John Providence Health System in Detroit, Michigan in 2013. Dr. Badr?s Neurosurgical practice Includes management of cerebral aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, acute stroke management, traumatic brain injury, traumatic and degenerative spine diseases, Complex Spinal surgery, brain tumors and peripheral nerve surge. Dr. Badr is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Hydrocephalus, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Advanced in Stroke
    501 South Buena Vista Street, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Marvi is a Neurologist in Burbank, California. Dr. Marvi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Hydrocephalus, and Secondary Parkinsonism. Dr. Marvi is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Distinguished in Stroke

    Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center

    501 S Buena Vista St, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Lupo is a Physiatrist in Burbank, California. Dr. Lupo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Interventional Radiology

    Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center

    501 S Buena Vista St, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Teitelbaum is an Interventional Radiologist in Burbank, California. Dr. Teitelbaum is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Family Medicine

    Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center

    501 S Buena Vista St, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arash Nikamal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Burbank, California. Dr. Nikamal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Stroke, Heart Attack, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Distinguished in Stroke

    Dr. Margarita Oveian, Md., Inc

    501 S Buena Visit St 1 North, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Margarita Oveian is a Neurologist in Burbank, California. Dr. Oveian has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and 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 Dysarthria.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    3808 West Riverside Drive, Suite 201, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Grace Wong is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Burbank, California. Dr. Wong is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients.

    Rajendra K. Tiwari
    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    Rajendra K. Tiwari, MD Private Practice

    435 Arden Ave, Ste 380, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    To provide state of the art medical care for our patients in a professional, friendly, and compassionate setting. Dr. Tiwari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Distinguished in Stroke

    Artin Minaeian Md, Inc.

    1451 E Chevy Chase Dr, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Artin Minaeian is a Neurologist in Glendale, California. Dr. Minaeian has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Cerebellar Degeneration, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, and Thrombectomy.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Distinguished in Stroke

    Adventist Health Glendale

    1509 Wilson Ter, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron Selzer is a Physiatrist in Glendale, California. Dr. Selzer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Spinal Stenosis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Advanced in Stroke

    Adventist Health Glendale

    1509 Wilson Ter, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Paranay is a Radiologist in Glendale, California. Dr. Paranay is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Breast Cancer, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neurosurgery

    Cedars-Sinai Neurosurgery-Los Angeles

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A6600, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nestor Gonzalez is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Distinguished in Stroke

    Office

    8700 Beverly Blvd Ste M-335, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vikram Wadhwa is a Radiologist in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Wadhwa is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Stroke, Meningioma, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Franklin Moser is a Neuroradiologist in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Moser is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Headache, Stroke, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Burbank, 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 Burbank, 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 Burbank, 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 Burbank, 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 Burbank, 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 Burbank, 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 Burbank, 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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