Overview
"Philosophy of care | My philosophy is ""do no harm."" Communicate well with patients and their families. | Why I entered medicine | Medicine allows me to apply what I learned in the basic sciences and in a field that I consider challenging. | Personal interests | I like to watch television, read and entertain my babies.".
Dr. Yacoub is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Vasoconstriction, Dysarthria, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 44 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 405, Allentown, PA 18103
798 Hausman Rd, Suite 240, Allentown, PA 18104
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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Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology
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LVH Hematology Oncology-1240 Cedar Crest
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Vickie & Jack Farber Institute For Neuroscience - Honickman Center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Hussam A. Yacoub
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Hussam A. Yacoub?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Hussam A. Yacoub by calling their office at 610-402-8420. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Hussam A. Yacoub a top-rated expert for Stroke?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Hussam A. Yacoub is classified as an Distinguished 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. Hussam A. Yacoub specialize in?
While Dr. Hussam A. Yacoub is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Vasoconstriction, and Dysarthria. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Hussam A. Yacoub participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Hussam A. Yacoub has published 44 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Hussam A. Yacoub's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Hussam A. Yacoub accept my insurance?
Dr. Hussam A. Yacoub accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 610-402-8420 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- StrokeDr. Yacoub isDistinguished. Learn about Stroke.
- Advanced
- ApoplexyDr. Yacoub isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Cavernous Sinus ThrombosisDr. Yacoub isAdvanced. Learn about Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis.
- DysarthriaDr. Yacoub isAdvanced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- VasoconstrictionDr. Yacoub isAdvanced. Learn about Vasoconstriction.
- Vertebral Artery DissectionDr. Yacoub isAdvanced. Learn about Vertebral Artery Dissection.
- Experienced
- Adult Polyglucosan Body DiseaseDr. Yacoub isExperienced. Learn about Adult Polyglucosan Body Disease.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Yacoub isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Brain AneurysmDr. Yacoub isExperienced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- CACH SyndromeDr. Yacoub isExperienced. Learn about CACH Syndrome.
- Cardiac AmyloidosisDr. Yacoub isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Amyloidosis.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Yacoub isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.