Overview
Shabbir Merchant is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.
Dr. Merchant is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, and Parkinson's Disease.
Dr. Merchant is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Merchant is currently accepting new patients.
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330 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
25 Highland Avenue, Newburyport, MA 01950
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shabbir H. Merchant
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shabbir H. Merchant?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shabbir H. Merchant by calling their office at 617-667-0519. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shabbir H. Merchant a top-rated expert for Movement Disorders?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shabbir H. Merchant is classified as an Distinguished 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. Shabbir H. Merchant specialize in?
While Dr. Shabbir H. Merchant is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Focal Dystonia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Shabbir H. Merchant participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Shabbir H. Merchant has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Movement Disorders. You can view a list of Dr. Shabbir H. Merchant's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Shabbir H. Merchant accept my insurance?
Dr. Shabbir H. Merchant accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 617-667-0519 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Merchant isDistinguished. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Focal DystoniaDr. Merchant isDistinguished. Learn about Focal Dystonia.
- Movement DisordersDr. Merchant isDistinguished. Learn about Movement Disorders.
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- CamptocormismDr. Merchant isAdvanced. Learn about Camptocormism.
- Conversion DisorderDr. Merchant isAdvanced. Learn about Conversion Disorder.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Merchant isAdvanced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- SpasticityDr. Merchant isAdvanced. Learn about Spasticity.
- Experienced
- ApraxiaDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Apraxia.
- Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency
- AthetosisDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Athetosis.
- Autonomic NeuropathyDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Autonomic Neuropathy.
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- Cerebral PalsyDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- ChoreaDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Chorea.
- Complex Regional Pain SyndromeDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.
- DementiaDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Dementia.
- Dopa-Responsive DystoniaDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Dopa-Responsive Dystonia.
- Dry MouthDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Dry Mouth.
- DysarthriaDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- Essential TremorDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Essential Tremor.
- Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- HemiplegiaDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Hemiplegia.
- Lewy Body Dementia (LBD)Dr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).
- Meige SyndromeDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Meige Syndrome.
- Memory LossDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- Muscle SpasmsDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Spasms.
- OpisthotonosDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Opisthotonos.
- Opsoclonus-Myoclonus SyndromeDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Primary Orthostatic TremorDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Primary Orthostatic Tremor.
- Progressive Supranuclear PalsyDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Progressive Supranuclear Palsy.
- Progressive Supranuclear Palsy AtypicalDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical.
- REM Behavior DisorderDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about REM Behavior Disorder.
- Secondary ParkinsonismDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Parkinsonism.
- SeizuresDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- Spasmus NutansDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Spasmus Nutans.
- Spastic Diplegia Infantile TypeDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type.
- Stereotypic Movement DisorderDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Stereotypic Movement Disorder.
- StrokeDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Supranuclear Ocular PalsyDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Supranuclear Ocular Palsy.
- Supranuclear OphthalmoplegiaDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia.
- Tardive DyskinesiaDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Tardive Dyskinesia.
- TorticollisDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Torticollis.