The 20 Best Tension Headache Doctors Near Me in Ellicott City, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 229 doctor with experience in Tension Headache near Ellicott City, MD. Of these, 204 are Experienced, 23 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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229 providers found
    Distinguished in Tension Headache
    Distinguished in Tension Headache

    Neurological Medicine P.A.

    7500 Hanover Pkwy Ste 201, 
    Greenbelt, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Whicker is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Greenbelt, Maryland. Dr. Whicker is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Peripheral Neuropathy.

    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Albanian, Italian
    Offers Telehealth

    Arens Taga is a neurologist specializing in neuromuscular diseases, with a particular focus on amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other motor neuron diseases. His clinical work aims to improve the quality of care for patients with ALS through biomarker-based, precision medicine approaches that refine disease stratification and facilitate more targeted and efficient enrollment in clinical trials. As a clinician-scientist, Dr. Taga uses patient-derived induced pluripotent stem cells to model ALS, uncover novel disease mechanisms and identify therapeutic targets that are translatable to clinical trials. In recognition of his work in ALS, Dr. Taga was awarded the 2025 Richard Olney Clinician Scientist Development Award, which honors early-career physician-scientists dedicated to advancing ALS research. Dr. Taga earned his medical degree from the School of Medicine and Surgery at the University of Parma, Italy, where he also completed his neurology residency. He subsequently trained at The Johns Hopkins University, completing a postdoctoral research fellowship in the neuromuscular division, an internal medicine internship, a neurology residency and a neuromuscular clinical fellowship. Dr. Taga is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses 15q11.2 Microdeletion, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Cluster Headache. Dr. Taga is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Neurology | Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Neurology | Neuroradiology

    Chesapeake Neurology Services

    111 West High Street, Suite 107, 
    Elkton, MD 
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Melnick is a Neurologist and a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Elkton, Maryland. He has been practicing medicine for over 46 years. Dr. Melnick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Subacute Cerebellar Degeneration, Memory Loss, and Orthostatic Hypotension. Dr. Melnick is board certified in American Board Of Electrodiagnostic Medicine, Electrodiagnostic Medicine and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Neurology.

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    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    3575 Old Washington Rd Ste A, 
    Waldorf, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Suresh Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Waldorf, Maryland. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 64 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    Metropolitan Physicians Practice

    5530 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1045, Suite 1045, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. L Jonathan Musher has an innovative membership medical practice located in Chevy Chase, MD, near Washington, DC. He combines top clinical expertise, a wellness focus, and access to 21st century technologies to offer his patients a better healthcare experience. Dr. Musher's practice is a blend between traditional medicine and health and wellness. He has one of the lowest hospitalization rates because Dr. Musher is proactive in his approach to patients and believes in preventive care. His personal interests include tennis, photography,and sking. Here are some of Dr. Musher's favorite things: Favorite books: Robin Cook and Stephen Covey Favorite music: Italian opera and Country Favorite movies: Star Wars and Doctor Zhivago. Dr. Musher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tension Headache, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Swimmer's Ear.

    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Advanced in Tension Headache

    Comprehensive Neurology Services P.A.

    196 Thomas Johnson Dr Ste 120, 
    Frederick, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahid Rafiq is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Rafiq is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Seizures, Stroke, Migraine, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Neurology
    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Neurology

    Office

    1201 Seven Locks Rd Ste 101, 
    Potomac, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jay Bronder is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Potomac, Maryland. Dr. Bronder is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), Migraine, Memory Loss, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    MidAtlantic Epilepsy & Sleep Center

    Bethesda, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Prior to joining the Mid-Atlantic Epilepsy and Sleep Center, Dr. Jonathan Ross was Director of The New England Epilepsy Institute, a division of New England Neurological Associates (NENA) in Lawrence, Massachusetts. He also served as head of the Neurology division at NENA. After graduating medical school in 1991, Dr. Ross completed postgraduate training at Harvard Medical School and Boston University School of Medicine, and also served as Teaching Fellow at Harvard and Boston University. Dr. Ross is an active member of the American Epilepsy Society, American Clinical Neurophysiology Society, Massachusetts Medical Society, and the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Benign Rolandic Epilepsy. Dr. Ross is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Neurology Specialist Elkton

    111 West High Street, Suite 207, 
    Elkton, MD 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dagmara Pychynski is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Elkton, Maryland. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Pychynski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    NeuroCare Center LLC

    3290 North Ridge Road, Suite 102, Suite 240, Suite 102, Suite 240, 
    Ellicott City, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Babkes is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Ellicott City, Maryland. Dr. Babkes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuralgia, and Dravet Syndrome. Dr. Babkes is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    UPMC Neurological Institute - Stroke Center

    12502 Willowbrook Road, Suite 640, 
    Cumberland, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Riaz Janjua, MD, specializes in neurology and is board certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He practices at UPMC Western MD Specialty Services - Neurology. Dr. Janjua completed his residency at St Vincent Hospital of New York and medical education at King Edward Medical College. Dr. Janjua is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Dravet Syndrome, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Epilepsy. Dr. Janjua is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Janjua is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Aruna Rao completed her Neurology residency at Johns Hopkins school of medicine followed by a fellowship in Sleep medicine. She sees patients at the headache center, cerebro spinal fluid (CSF) disorders center and sleep disorders center, which are located at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. She specializes in all headache disorders including migraine, cluster, tension headaches, trigeminal neuralgia and facial pain. Dr. Rao is currently not accepting new patients. In the CSF Disorders Center she evaluates patients with pseudotumor cerebri and other CSF disorders. In the sleep disorders center she sees patients with sleep apnea, insomnia, hypersomnolence disorders and movement disorders associated with sleep like restless leg syndrome. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, and Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome. Dr. Rao is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    NeuroCare Center LLC

    Columbia, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Reaven is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Reaven is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Essential Tremor, and Tension Headache. Dr. Reaven is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Office

    9841 Greenbelt Rd Ste 206, 
    Lanham, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shimellis Alemayehu is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lanham, Maryland. Dr. Alemayehu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Stroke.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    Doctors First Professional Corporation

    8100 Sandpiper Cir Ste 308, 
    Nottingham, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rakesh Malik is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Nottingham, Maryland. Dr. Malik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 57 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    924 Seton Dr Ste 2, 
    Cumberland, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vikramaditya Poonai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cumberland, Maryland. Dr. Poonai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Neurology
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Neurology
    6410 Rockledge Dr, 610, 
    Bethesda, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pavel Klein is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Klein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Absence Seizure.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Neurology Consultant P.A.

    235 Mill St Ste 1, 
    Hagerstown, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hussaina Saria is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Hagerstown, Maryland. Dr. Saria is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Partial Seizure, and Partial Familial Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    6333 Baltimore National Pike, 
    Catonsville, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Motti Mulleta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Mulleta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Acute Cystitis, and Bronchitis.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Office

    3801 International Dr Ste 210, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Block is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Block is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome, Migraine, and Seizures.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Tension Headache doctor near Ellicott City, MD?

    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 Tension Headache doctor near Ellicott City, MD?

    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 Tension Headache doctors near Ellicott City, MD?

    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 Tension Headache doctors near Ellicott City, MD?

    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 Tension Headache doctor near Ellicott City, MD?

    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 Tension Headache doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache doctor near Ellicott City, MD?

    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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache doctors near Ellicott City, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Tension Headache 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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