Overview
Salman Bhai, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology at UT Southwestern Medical Center and the Director of the Neuromuscular Center in the Institute of Exercise and Environmental Medicine at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas. He specializes in neuromuscular disorders, particularly muscle disorders.Dr. Bhai earned his medical degree at Harvard University. He completed a residency in neurology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, where he also received advanced training through a fellowship in neuromuscular medicine and earned a medical education certificate.Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine, he joined the UT Southwestern faculty in 2021. He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Academy of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine, the Dallas County Medical Society, and the Texas Neurological Society.Dr. Bhai’s clinical interests include the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of neuromuscular disorders. He focuses on patients with inflammatory and metabolic myopathies as well as those with immune checkpoint inhibitor complications.Dr. Bhai’s research focuses on understanding how muscles communicate with other organ systems, particularly when muscle is inflamed, such as in myositis. The goal of his research is to better understand, diagnose, and treat patients with myositis through exercise and muscle physiology studies as well as through clinical trials. Among other work, he serves as the Principal Investigator for four clinical trials related to inflammatory and metabolic myopathies.
Dr. Bhai is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glycogen Storage Disease Type 5, Dermatomyositis, Inclusion Body Myositis, Polymyositis, and Shoulder Arthroscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 36 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Bhai is currently accepting new patients.
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5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390
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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 clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Dysarthria, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Heitzman is board certified in Neuromuscular Medicine- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology/Neuromuscular Medicine, Neurology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology/Neurology, Neurology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, and Neuromuscular Medicine- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Heitzman is currently accepting new patients.
University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
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University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Salman F. Bhai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Salman F. Bhai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Salman F. Bhai by calling their office at 214-648-4775. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Salman F. Bhai a top-rated expert for Glycogen Storage Disease Type 5?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Salman F. Bhai is classified as an Distinguished expert for Glycogen Storage Disease Type 5, 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. Salman F. Bhai specialize in?
While Dr. Salman F. Bhai is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Glycogen Storage Disease Type 5, Dermatomyositis, and Inclusion Body Myositis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Salman F. Bhai participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Salman F. Bhai has published 36 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glycogen Storage Disease Type 5. You can view a list of Dr. Salman F. Bhai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Salman F. Bhai accept my insurance?
Dr. Salman F. Bhai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 214-648-4775 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Glycogen Storage Disease Type 5Dr. Bhai isDistinguished. Learn about Glycogen Storage Disease Type 5.
- Advanced
- Coenzyme Q Cytochrome C Reductase Deficiency
- Delta-SarcoglycanopathyDr. Bhai isAdvanced. Learn about Delta-Sarcoglycanopathy.
- DermatomyositisDr. Bhai isAdvanced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction
- Distal Myopathy 2Dr. Bhai isAdvanced. Learn about Distal Myopathy 2.
- Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy
- Fukuyama Type Muscular Dystrophy
- Inclusion Body MyositisDr. Bhai isAdvanced. Learn about Inclusion Body Myositis.
- Mitochondrial Complex 1 Deficiency
- Mitochondrial Complex 2 Deficiency
- Mitochondrial Complex 3 Deficiency
- Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency
- Miyoshi MyopathyDr. Bhai isAdvanced. Learn about Miyoshi Myopathy.
- MyositisDr. Bhai isAdvanced. Learn about Myositis.
- Necrotizing Myopathy (NM)Dr. Bhai isAdvanced. Learn about Necrotizing Myopathy (NM).
- NeurosyphilisDr. Bhai isAdvanced. Learn about Neurosyphilis.
- Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
- PolymyositisDr. Bhai isAdvanced. Learn about Polymyositis.
- VEXAS SyndromeDr. Bhai isAdvanced. Learn about VEXAS Syndrome.
- Walker-Warburg SyndromeDr. Bhai isAdvanced. Learn about Walker-Warburg Syndrome.
- X-Linked Dominant Scapuloperoneal Myopathy
- Experienced
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- Andermann SyndromeDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Andermann Syndrome.
- Becker Muscular DystrophyDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Becker Muscular Dystrophy.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth DiseaseDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Chronic PolyradiculoneuritisDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
- DysarthriaDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- DysferlinopathyDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Dysferlinopathy.
- Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD)
- Foot DropDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Friedreich AtaxiaDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Friedreich Ataxia.
- Guillain-Barre SyndromeDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Guillain-Barre Syndrome.
- Hereditary AtaxiaDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Ataxia.
- Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1)
- Hereditary Spastic ParaparesisDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis.
- Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis
- L1 SyndromeDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about L1 Syndrome.
- Lambert-Eaton SyndromeDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Lambert-Eaton Syndrome.
- Macrophagic MyofasciitisDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Macrophagic Myofasciitis.
- Miller-Fisher SyndromeDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Miller-Fisher Syndrome.
- Mononeuritis MultiplexDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Mononeuritis Multiplex.
- Multifocal Motor NeuropathyDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Multifocal Motor Neuropathy.
- Multiple MononeuropathyDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Mononeuropathy.
- Myasthenia GravisDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Myasthenia Gravis.
- Myotonic DystrophyDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Myotonic Dystrophy.
- Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2Dr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2.
- Opsoclonus-Myoclonus SyndromeDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome.
- Paramyotonia CongenitaDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Paramyotonia Congenita.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia
- SeizuresDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- Sensorimotor PolyneuropathyDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy.
- Septic ArthritisDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Septic Arthritis.
- Shoulder ArthroscopyDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Shoulder Arthroscopy.
- Spastic ParaparesisDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraparesis.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 11Dr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 11.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 2Dr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 2.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 3ADr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 3A.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 4Dr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 4.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 5ADr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 7Dr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 7.
- Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome
- Spinal and Bulbar Muscular AtrophyDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)Dr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2Dr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3Dr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
- Tomaculous NeuropathyDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Tomaculous Neuropathy.
- Transverse MyelitisDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Transverse Myelitis.
- Troyer SyndromeDr. Bhai isExperienced. Learn about Troyer Syndrome.
- X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
