Overview
Dr. Jigar Rathod is a board-certified specialist in neurology and epilepsy whose primary clinical interests include general neurology, seizures, headaches, Parkinson’s disease, dementia and stroke. He treats adult patients 18 years and older and has been in practice since 2016. A native Houstonian, Dr. Rathod earned his undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Baylor University in Waco, Texas, and his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. He completed both his residency in neurology and a fellowship in neurophysiology at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Dr. Rathod is committed to caring for the community and helping people struggling with neurological issues through patient education and coordination of care plans that can improve their quality of life. His practice philosophy centers on building personalized relationships and always doing what is best for the patient. His patients describe him as an exceptionally compassionate physician who is a great listener and answers questions clearly in terms that they can understand. He is a member of the American Epilepsy Society and American Academy of Neurology. A resident of the Cypress area, Dr. Rathod is married and the father of two young boys. In his leisure time, he enjoys hanging out with his sons, watching sports and movies, painting and reading.
Dr. Rathod is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Susac Syndrome, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Vertebral Artery Dissection, and Seizures.
Dr. Rathod is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
27700 NW Freeway, Suite 360, Cypress, TX 77433
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Rathod 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jigar Rathod
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jigar Rathod?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jigar Rathod by calling their office at 346-231-6830. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jigar Rathod a top-rated expert for Susac Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jigar Rathod is classified as an Distinguished expert for Susac Syndrome, 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. Jigar Rathod specialize in?
While Dr. Jigar Rathod is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Susac Syndrome, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, and Vertebral Artery Dissection. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Jigar Rathod accept my insurance?
Dr. Jigar Rathod accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 346-231-6830 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Susac SyndromeDr. Rathod isDistinguished. Learn about Susac Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Landau-Kleffner SyndromeDr. Rathod isAdvanced. Learn about Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.
- Memory LossDr. Rathod isAdvanced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- SeizuresDr. Rathod isAdvanced. Learn about Seizures.
- StrokeDr. Rathod isAdvanced. Learn about Stroke.
- Vertebral Artery DissectionDr. Rathod isAdvanced. Learn about Vertebral Artery Dissection.
- Experienced
- ApoplexyDr. Rathod isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE)
- Bell's PalsyDr. Rathod isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- CAPOS SyndromeDr. Rathod isExperienced. Learn about CAPOS Syndrome.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Rathod isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Rathod isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.