Dr. Kelsey H. Washam

Dr. Kelsey Washam is a board-certified neurologist with Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute. She specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of strokes, and her experience includes: Acute ischemic stroke Intracerebral hemorrhage Neurologic emergencies Seizures and status epilepticus Altered mental status and encephalopathy Acute headache disorders Acute neuromuscular and demyelinating disorders Myasthenia gravis Guillain-Barré syndrome Multiple sclerosis Post-stroke recovery, secondary prevention, return-to-function planning Dr. Washam recognizes that neurologic conditions can be complex and overwhelming, so she prioritizes helping patients and their families understand the reasons their symptoms are occurring and what they mean. Dr. Washam’s Training Dr. Washam earned a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences at the University of Mississippi in Oxford. She received her medical degree from the University of Mississippi in Jackson, where she also completed a neurology residency and a vascular neurology fellowship. About Dr. Washam Dr. Washam is board certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Her professional memberships include the American Academy of Neurology, American Heart Association, American Stroke Association and American Medical Women’s Association. She is passionate about patient and community education surrounding neurologic illnesses, with a focus on helping individuals and families better understand strokes and other complex neurologic conditions. Her volunteer work includes epilepsy advocacy, tutoring young readers and mentoring students in underserved communities. She is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and the Gold Humanism Honor Society, in recognition of her leadership and compassionate approach to patient care. Outside of work, Dr. Washam enjoys spending time with family, relaxing by the pool, going to the beach, tennis, pickleball and cheering on the Ole Miss Rebels.

Dr. Washam is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology.