
Overview
Dr. Famakin is a neurologist who specializes in stroke and cerebrovascular diseases. Her clinical interests are skillful and compassionate care of patients with stroke and other cerebrovascular diseases, with a specific interest in stroke etiology and pathophysiology and stroke prevention.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke.
Dr. Famakin is board certified in Neurology and Vascular Neurology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Famakin has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Bolanle Famakin
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Bolanle Famakin?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Bolanle Famakin by calling their office at 608-263-5442. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Bolanle Famakin a top-rated expert for Stroke?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Bolanle Famakin is classified as an Experienced expert for Stroke, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Bolanle Famakin specialize in?
While Dr. Bolanle Famakin is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Stroke. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Bolanle Famakin participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Bolanle Famakin has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Bolanle Famakin's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Bolanle Famakin accept my insurance?
Dr. Bolanle Famakin accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-5442 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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