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"Dr. Yari is a board-certified neuromuscular medicine specialist with a strong interest in the care and management of patients with nerve and muscle problems as well as headaches. Her special skills include performing electromyography, nerve conduction studies (EMG/NCS) and neuromuscular ultrasounds for conditions ranging from carpal tunnel syndrome and nerve entrapment to myasthenia gravis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and treatment of headaches/migraines using advanced therapeutics. She has numerous publications to her name. Dr. Yari enjoys playing the piano, listening to audiobooks and spending time with family. Read Dr. Yari's article, ""Feeling the pressure? Strategies and treatments for sinus headache relief"" .".
Her top areas of expertise are Continuous Muscle Fiber Activity Hereditary, Isaacs' Syndrome, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, and Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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3434 Swiss Ave, Ste 400, Dallas, TX 75204
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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.
Texas Neurology, P.A.
Dr. Heitzman completed his medical degree at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. He finished his neurology training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas from 1990-1993, serving as Chief Resident from 1992-1993. He completed a fellowship in EMG, neuromuscular disease and neurophysiology at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio from 1993-1994. He currently holds positions at Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. Dr. Heitzman is a Fellow with the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Heitzman practices general neurology, but has particular interests in ALS, peripheral nerve and muscle problems, EMG and the use of botulinum toxins (cervical dystonia, hemifacial spasm, blepharospasm, sialorrhea and spasticity). He is director of the ALS / Motor Neuron Disorder Clinic at Texas Neurology sponsored by the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). He is currently participating in multiple clinical drug trials for neurologic diseases. Dr. Heitzman is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Dysarthria, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Benjamin Greenberg is a Neurologist in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Greenberg is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Niloofar Yari
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Niloofar Yari?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Niloofar Yari 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. Niloofar Yari a top-rated expert for Continuous Muscle Fiber Activity Hereditary?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Niloofar Yari is classified as an Experienced expert for Continuous Muscle Fiber Activity Hereditary, 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. Niloofar Yari specialize in?
While Dr. Niloofar Yari is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Continuous Muscle Fiber Activity Hereditary, Isaacs' Syndrome, and Herpes Simplex Encephalitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine.
Does Dr. Niloofar Yari participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Niloofar Yari has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Continuous Muscle Fiber Activity Hereditary. You can view a list of Dr. Niloofar Yari's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Niloofar Yari accept my insurance?
Dr. Niloofar Yari 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.
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- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis
- Continuous Muscle Fiber Activity Hereditary
- CraniopharyngiomaDr. Yari isExperienced. Learn about Craniopharyngioma.
- Distal Median Nerve DysfunctionDr. Yari isExperienced. Learn about Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction.
- EncephalitisDr. Yari isExperienced. Learn about Encephalitis.