
Overview
Dr. Xu earned his medical degree from Wenzhou Medical College. He completed a doctorate degree in neuroanatomy at Louisiana State University, followed by an internship and residency in 1998 at Monmouth Medical Center in New Jersey. He completed a fellowship in child neurology at Harvard Medical School in 2001, and later, two mini fellowships in epilepsy at Wake Forest University. Dr. Xu is board-certified in neurology with special qualifications in child neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Xu’s mother had frequent health issues and hoped that one of her children would become a doctor, so he decided to pursue medicine — and discovered that he loved it. With a desire to understand the complex structures and functions of the brain and nervous system, Dr. Xu became a neurologist, considering neuroanatomy to be a beauty of the human body. Passionate about helping adult and pediatric patients with a wide range of neurological conditions and diseases, Dr. Xu has a special interest in headaches, cerebral palsy, seizures, head injury, multiple sclerosis, neuromuscular diseases, dementia and Parkinson’s disease. He provides a variety of treatments and procedures, including Botox injections for migraine and cerebral palsy. While growing up by the sea, Dr. Xu developed a love for swimming, diving, fishing and crabbing. Living on Virginia’s Eastern Shore fulfills his longtime dream of having a boat and enjoying the water again. Dr. Xu married a medical school classmate, now a pathologist, and the couple has two daughters.
Dr. Xu is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Epilepsy, Seizures, and Movement Disorders.
Dr. Xu is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Xu is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
20480 Market Street, Onancock, VA 23417
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shu-guang G. Xu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shu-guang G. Xu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shu-guang G. Xu by calling their office at 757-302-2700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shu-guang G. Xu a top-rated expert for Memory Loss?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shu-guang G. Xu is classified as an Advanced expert for Memory Loss, 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. Shu-guang G. Xu specialize in?
While Dr. Shu-guang G. Xu is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Seizures. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Shu-guang G. Xu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Shu-guang G. Xu has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Memory Loss. You can view a list of Dr. Shu-guang G. Xu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Shu-guang G. Xu accept my insurance?
Dr. Shu-guang G. Xu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 757-302-2700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Xu isAdvanced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- EpilepsyDr. Xu isAdvanced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure
- Memory LossDr. Xu isAdvanced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- Movement DisordersDr. Xu isAdvanced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Xu isAdvanced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Post-Traumatic EpilepsyDr. Xu isAdvanced. Learn about Post-Traumatic Epilepsy.
- SeizuresDr. Xu isAdvanced. Learn about Seizures.
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Xu isAdvanced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.
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- Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features
- Bell's PalsyDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Chronic PolyradiculoneuritisDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Cluster HeadacheDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Cluster Headache.
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
- DeliriumDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- DementiaDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Dementia.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Essential TremorDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Essential Tremor.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
- Guillain-Barre SyndromeDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Guillain-Barre Syndrome.
- HeadacheDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Headache.
- HemiplegiaDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Hemiplegia.
- Hepatocerebral DegenerationDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Hepatocerebral Degeneration.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- MigraineDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Migraine.
- Miller-Fisher SyndromeDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Miller-Fisher Syndrome.
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)Dr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
- Muscle SpasmsDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Spasms.
- Myasthenia GravisDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Myasthenia Gravis.
- Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease
- NeuralgiaDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- OpisthotonosDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Opisthotonos.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Primary Orthostatic TremorDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Primary Orthostatic Tremor.
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)
- Restless Legs SyndromeDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Restless Legs Syndrome.
- Secondary ParkinsonismDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Parkinsonism.
- StrokeDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Vascular DementiaDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Vascular Dementia.
- VertigoDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.
