Overview
Dr. Halima Amjad is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her clinical expertise in geriatric medicine focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and care for individuals living with dementia. Dr. Amjad earned her M.D. and Master’s of Public Health from Drexel University. She completed her residency and chief residency in internal medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital and a fellowship in geriatric medicine and gerontology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She joined the faculty of Johns Hopkins in 2016. She completed a PhD in Clinical Investigation at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health in 2022. She conducts health services research focuses on informing and improving the care of older adults with dementia with research into underdiagnosis, hospitalization, and primary care in dementia. Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Doyle K. Older adults with probable dementia often take part in unsafe activities. Reuters, June 3, 2016 Many people who have dementia don’t know it. Here’s who’s most at risk, The Philadelphia Inquirer, July 23, 2018 With cognitive impairment, older adults struggle with — and face risks from — smartphones, computers. Washington Post, (October 13, 2019).
Dr. Amjad is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Frontotemporal Dementia.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 50 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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5300 Alpha Commons Drive, Floor 4, Floor 4, Baltimore, MD 21224
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Dr. Amjad 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
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1988-1992, Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Semmelweis Medical University, Budapest, Hungary. 1992-1996, Instructor, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. 2001-2014, Assistant Professor, Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. 2012-2014, Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. 2014-present, Associate Professor, Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. 2014-present, Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. Dr. Yasar is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Halima Amjad
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Halima Amjad?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Halima Amjad by calling their office at 410-550-6337. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Halima Amjad a top-rated expert for Dementia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Halima Amjad is classified as an Distinguished expert for Dementia, 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. Halima Amjad specialize in?
While Dr. Halima Amjad is a Geriatrics, they have specific expertise in Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, and Cerebellar Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Geriatrics.
Does Dr. Halima Amjad participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Halima Amjad has published 50 articles and abstracts on conditions like Dementia. You can view a list of Dr. Halima Amjad's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Halima Amjad accept my insurance?
Dr. Halima Amjad accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 410-550-6337 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- DementiaDr. Amjad isDistinguished. Learn about Dementia.
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- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Amjad isAdvanced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Amjad isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- Frontotemporal DementiaDr. Amjad isAdvanced. Learn about Frontotemporal Dementia.
- Primary Progressive AphasiaDr. Amjad isAdvanced. Learn about Primary Progressive Aphasia.
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- Cardiac AmyloidosisDr. Amjad isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Amyloidosis.
- Cerebellar Multiple System AtrophyDr. Amjad isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy.
- Cerebral Amyloid AngiopathyDr. Amjad isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy.
- Hereditary Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy
- Lewy Body Dementia (LBD)Dr. Amjad isExperienced. Learn about Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).
- Memory LossDr. Amjad isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.