Overview
Mahmood Akhavi is a Neurologist in Garland, Texas. Dr. Akhavi is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Lafora Disease, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Dravet Syndrome.
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530 Clara Barton Blvd, Ste 220, Garland, TX 75042
315 N. Shiloh Road, Suite 103, Garland, TX 75042
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mahmood S. Akhavi
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mahmood S. Akhavi?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mahmood S. Akhavi by calling their office at 214-619-1910. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mahmood S. Akhavi a top-rated expert for Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mahmood S. Akhavi is classified as an Distinguished expert for Unverricht-Lundborg 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. Mahmood S. Akhavi specialize in?
While Dr. Mahmood S. Akhavi is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Lafora Disease, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Mahmood S. Akhavi accept my insurance?
Dr. Mahmood S. Akhavi accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 214-619-1910 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Dravet SyndromeDr. Akhavi isDistinguished. Learn about Dravet Syndrome.
- Lafora DiseaseDr. Akhavi isDistinguished. Learn about Lafora Disease.
- Memory LossDr. Akhavi isDistinguished. Learn about Memory Loss.
- Progressive Myoclonic EpilepsyDr. Akhavi isDistinguished. Learn about Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.
- Unverricht-Lundborg SyndromeDr. Akhavi isDistinguished. Learn about Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Akhavi isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- Landau-Kleffner SyndromeDr. Akhavi isAdvanced. Learn about Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.
- MigraineDr. Akhavi isAdvanced. Learn about Migraine.
- New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH)
- Partial Familial EpilepsyDr. Akhavi isAdvanced. Learn about Partial Familial Epilepsy.
- Partial SeizureDr. Akhavi isAdvanced. Learn about Partial Seizure.
- Experienced
- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Akhavi isExperienced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- ApoplexyDr. Akhavi isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- ArachnoiditisDr. Akhavi isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoiditis.
- AthetosisDr. Akhavi isExperienced. Learn about Athetosis.
- Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features
- Bell's PalsyDr. Akhavi isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
