Overview
Dr. Sadat Shamim oversees the epilepsy program including the inpatient Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) and the neurophysiology department, which is accredited by ABRET and is a member of the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC). Previously, he was the medical director of the inpatient neurology service at Baylor Dallas from 2009 to early 2017, which was recognized by U.S. News & World Report. He is an assistant clinical professor at Texas A&M University, is responsible for teaching students and residents, and is well published. He sees most general neurological conditions in his outpatient clinic and has particular interests in epilepsy, stroke and memory disorders. Dr. Shamim was recognized by D Magazine as a Best Doctor for 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. Dr. Shamim has been named one of Texas Monthly's Texas Super Doctors for over 10 years earning him a place on Texas Monthly's Hall of Fame list.
Dr. Shamim is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 19 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
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sadat A. Shamim
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sadat A. Shamim?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sadat A. Shamim 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. Sadat A. Shamim a top-rated expert for Seizures?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sadat A. Shamim is classified as an Distinguished expert for Seizures, 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. Sadat A. Shamim specialize in?
While Dr. Sadat A. Shamim is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Epilepsy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Sadat A. Shamim participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sadat A. Shamim has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Seizures. You can view a list of Dr. Sadat A. Shamim's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sadat A. Shamim accept my insurance?
Dr. Sadat A. Shamim 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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- Distinguished
- SeizuresDr. Shamim isDistinguished. Learn about Seizures.
- Advanced
- Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Shamim isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- EpilepsyDr. Shamim isAdvanced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Shamim isAdvanced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Memory LossDr. Shamim isAdvanced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- Movement DisordersDr. Shamim isAdvanced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Experienced
- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Shamim isExperienced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- ApoplexyDr. Shamim isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional VertigoDr. Shamim isExperienced. Learn about Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.
- Brain AneurysmDr. Shamim isExperienced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy