Overview
"Dr. Elkurd is a board-certified neurologist with additional fellowship training in movement disorders. He has strong interests in Parkinson disease, tremors, dystonia, and other movement disorders. Dr. Elkurd is the Medical Director of the Baylor University Medical Center Movement Disorders Program and has published numerous peer-reviewed papers. He is involved in education of medical students and residents and is involved in numerous professional organizations locally, nationally and internationally. Read Dr. Elkurd's article, ""Does Parkinson’s disease run in families? The role of genetics and more"".".
Dr. Elkurd is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Thalamotomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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3434 Swiss Ave, Ste 400, Dallas, TX 75204
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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Texas Neurology, P.A.
Dr. Schiffmann is a renowned expert on neurometabolic diseases. He earned his medical degree from the University of Liège, Belgium and a Master of Health Sciences in Clinical Research from Duke University. He is board-certified in Neurology with a Special Qualification in Child Neurology and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Schiffmann was a lead researcher at the United States National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland for over 17 years (1991-2007) and then the Director of the Institute of Metabolic Disease at the Baylor Scott & White Research Institute in Dallas, Texas, 2008-2019. Dr. Schiffmann is a Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Texas Christian University and a Clinical Professor, Texas A&M University Medical School College of Medicine. He is also a Senior Vice President for Clinical Research at 4D Molecular Therapeutics. Dr. Schiffmann has been performing pre-clinical and clinical research on lysosomal storage diseases since 1991 with a special focus on the natural history, pathogenesis and therapy of Fabry disease, Gaucher disease and the leukodystrophies. One of his particular interests and areas of expertise is to address patients with undiagnosed neurological diseases. Dr. Schiffmann has published 276 peer-reviewed research articles and over 15 book chapters. Dr. Schiffmann is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gaucher Disease Type 3, Fabry Disease, Gaucher Disease, and Leukodystrophy.
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Steven Vernino is a Neurologist in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Vernino is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Dysautonomia, Orthostatic Hypotension, Low Blood Pressure, Multiple System Atrophy, and Nerve Decompression.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mazen Elkurd
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mazen Elkurd?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mazen Elkurd by calling their office at 469-800-7680. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mazen Elkurd a top-rated expert for Movement Disorders?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mazen Elkurd is classified as an Advanced expert for Movement Disorders, 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. Mazen Elkurd specialize in?
While Dr. Mazen Elkurd is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Essential Tremor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Mazen Elkurd participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mazen Elkurd has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Movement Disorders. You can view a list of Dr. Mazen Elkurd's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mazen Elkurd accept my insurance?
Dr. Mazen Elkurd accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 469-800-7680 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Elkurd isAdvanced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Essential TremorDr. Elkurd isAdvanced. Learn about Essential Tremor.
- Movement DisordersDr. Elkurd isAdvanced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Elkurd isAdvanced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
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- ChoreaDr. Elkurd isExperienced. Learn about Chorea.
- Corticobasal DegenerationDr. Elkurd isExperienced. Learn about Corticobasal Degeneration.
- Focal DystoniaDr. Elkurd isExperienced. Learn about Focal Dystonia.
- Hereditary AtaxiaDr. Elkurd isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Ataxia.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Elkurd isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Meige SyndromeDr. Elkurd isExperienced. Learn about Meige Syndrome.