Overview
Dr. Mathura Ravishankar is a specialty care physician board certified in neurology. She joined Inova in 2024 and has been practicing since 2019. Before joining Inova, Dr. Ravishankar was an epilepsy clinical fellow at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA. She completed her medical school education at Wayne State University School of Medicine and her residency training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. She enjoys working with a diverse patient population, and her areas of clinical interests are acute neurological issues seen in the hospital including strokes and seizures.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Tourette Syndrome, Increased Intracranial Pressure, and CACH Syndrome.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
3600 Joseph Siewick Dr, Neurology, Fairfax, VA 22033
3620 Joseph Siewick Dr, 400, Fairfax, VA 22033
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mathura Ravishankar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mathura Ravishankar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mathura Ravishankar by calling their office at 571-472-4200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mathura Ravishankar a top-rated expert for Tourette Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mathura Ravishankar is classified as an Experienced expert for Tourette 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. Mathura Ravishankar specialize in?
While Dr. Mathura Ravishankar is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Tourette Syndrome, Increased Intracranial Pressure, and CACH Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Mathura Ravishankar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mathura Ravishankar has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Tourette Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Mathura Ravishankar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mathura Ravishankar accept my insurance?
Dr. Mathura Ravishankar accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and BMC HealthNet. We recommend calling the office directly at 571-472-4200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- CACH SyndromeDr. Ravishankar isExperienced. Learn about CACH Syndrome.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Ravishankar isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Tourette SyndromeDr. Ravishankar isExperienced. Learn about Tourette Syndrome.