25 of the Best Neurologists Near Me in st petersburg, FL

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    Florida Center For Neurology

    1607 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Erasmo Passaro is a Neurologist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Passaro is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Subependymoma. Dr. Passaro is board certified in AB Psychiatry & Neurology (Clinical Neurophysiology), AB Psychiatry & Neurology (Epilepsy), AB Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology, and AB Psychiatry & Neurology (Sleep Medicine). Dr. Passaro is currently accepting new patients.

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    Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health - St. Petersburg - Neuropsychology

    603 7th St. S., Suite 100, 
    St. Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Alberto Vasquez is a board-certified neurologist with Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health. He has more than 45 years of experience and has cared for patients in the St. Petersburg area since 1993. Dr. Vasquez specializes in comprehensive care for adults with neurological disorders, and his expertise includes: Electrodiagnostic medicine Migraines Focal dystonia Hemifacial spasm Blepharospasm Muscle spasticity Bruxism Hyperhidrosis Dr. Vasquez works closely with patients to help them achieve their personal health goals through individualized treatment plans. Dr. Vasquez’s Training Dr. Vasquez received his medical training at the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery in Manila, Philippines. He completed a neurology residency and neuromuscular fellowship at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, where he also served as a clinical instructor. About Dr. Vasquez Dr. Vasquez is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine. He is a certified principal investigator with the Association of Clinical Research Professionals. His professional memberships include the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Vasquez has written several neuroscience research papers and served as primary investigator on numerous clinical trials. He also served as an assistant professor in neurology at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Outside of work, Dr. Vasquez enjoys spending time with family, exercising and music. He is also passionate about humanitarian efforts to provide free medical care to underserved communities in the Philippines. Dr. Vasquez is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, and Infantile Axonal Neuropathy. Dr. Vasquez is board certified in American Board Of Neurology And Psychiatry, American Board Of Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Vasquez is currently accepting new patients.

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    Pediatric Neurology
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    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Tang-Wai is a pediatric neurologist and chief of epilepsy at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. He sees patients on the hospital’s St. Petersburg, Florida, campus. He joined the hospital staff in 2025. He was previously co-director of pediatric epilepsy/neurophysiology and associate professor at Loma Linda University in California. Dr. Tang-Wai has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and given many talks nationally and internationally. Dr. Tang-Wai earned his medical degree from McGill University in Montreal. He completed a pediatric neurology residency at Montreal Neurological Institute/Montreal Children’s Hospital and McGill University. He then completed a clinical neurophysiology and pediatric epilepsy fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Ohio. Dr. Tang-Wai is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Absence Seizure, and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Dr. Tang-Wai is currently accepting new patients.

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    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
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    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    501 6th Avenue South, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hungarian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Huszar specializes in care for hospitalized pediatric neurology patients in the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Institute for Brain Protection Sciences in St. Petersburg, Florida. He rejoined the medical staff in 2023 after a previous stint from 2014-19. Dr. Huszar’s clinical and research interests include neonatal and childhood cerebrovascular disorders and childhood primary headaches. Dr. Huszar received his medical degree from Albert Szent-Gyorgyi Medical University (SZOTE) in Szeged, Hungary. Dr. Huszar trained in pediatrics at Erzsebet Hospital in Hodmezovasarhely, Hungary and SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. He then completed a pediatric neurology residency/fellowship at SUNY Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Huszar is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Microcephaly. Dr. Huszar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Huszar is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 560, Suite 560, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hernandez is a pediatric neurologist and epileptologist, and chief of pediatric neurology at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida. He joined the hospital staff in 2024. He was previously division chief of neurosciences and epilepsy, as well as medical director of the Jack H. Miller Magnetoencephalography Center, at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was also a professor in the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine Department of Pediatrics in Grand Rapids. Dr. Hernandez has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and given many talks nationally and internationally. Dr. Hernandez earned his medical degree at Ponce Health Sciences University in Ponce, Puerto Rico. He completed a pediatric residency at Western Michigan University School of Medicine in Kalamazoo, a child neurology residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, and a pediatric epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology fellowship at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Videos Meet Angel Hernandez, M.D. Dr. Hernandez-Mulero is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Seizures, Memory Loss, and Partial Seizure. Dr. Hernandez-Mulero is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Hernandez-Mulero is currently accepting new patients.

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    St. Joseph's Hospital Neurology

    1201 5th Ave N, Ste 202, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Meghna Kumar-Pelayo is a board-certified neurologist, with specialty training in epilepsy and electroencephalography (EEG). She is part of BayCare Medical Group in St. Petersburg, Florida where she sees patients age 18 and older. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from Saba University School of Medicine in The Bottom, Saba. Dutch Caribbean. She then completed an internal medicine internship at New York Medical College Metropolitan Hospital in New York, New York an adult neurology residency from Hofstra, North Shore-Long Island Jewish School of Medicine in Manhasset, New York and then a clinical neurophysiology, epilepsy/EEG fellowship from Univeristy Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Kumar-Pelayo's clinical interests include epilepsy, EEG and general neurology. She belongs to the American Epilepsy Society and the American Academy of Neurology. She speaks Hindi and Spanish and is affiliated with St. Anthony's Hospital. Dr. Kumar-Pelayo is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Epilepsy. Dr. Kumar-Pelayo is board certified in AB Psychiatry & Neurology (Epilepsy) and AB Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Kumar-Pelayo is currently accepting new patients.

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    Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Neurology - St. Petersburg

    603 7th St. S., Suite 500, 
    St. Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Romanian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Liviu Craciun is a board-certified neurologist with Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health. He has extensive clinical and research experience in epilepsy, stroke, neurointensive care unit monitoring and other conditions that affect the body's nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves. Dr. Craciun's Training Dr. Craciun received his medical training at the Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Romania. He earned his PhD in neuroscience at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, where he studied ionic channels associated with epilepsy and peripheral neuropathies. He performed his residency in neurology at New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Medical College of Cornell University in New York City. His fellowship in clinical neurophysiology was completed at the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Stroke in Bethesda, Maryland, where he studied patients with rare variants of motor neuron disease. About Dr. Craciun Dr. Craciun is board-certified in neurology with subspecialty certifications in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology, all by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Craciun has published and is highly cited in numerous peer-reviewed journals. His professional memberships include the American Epilepsy Society, American Clinical Neurophysiology Society, American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Craciun is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Stroke. Dr. Craciun is board certified in Epilepsy, Neurology, and Neurophysiology. Dr. Craciun is currently accepting new patients.

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    Central Neurology

    2201 Central Ave., Suite 200, 
    St. Petersburg, FL 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Heather Herrema is a board-certified neurologist with Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health. She has 17 years of experience treating disorders affecting the brain and spinal cord, and her specialties include: Parkinson’s disease Meningitis Cerebral palsy Brain and spinal cord injuries Strokes Alzheimer’s disease Migraines Epilepsy Dr. Herrema believes in providing high-quality and individualized care. Dr. Herrema’s Training Dr. Herrema earned a bachelor’s degree in biopsychology at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and received her osteopathic medicine degree from the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in East Lansing. She completed a neurology residency at Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, where she served as chief resident in her final year, and a fellowship in Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders at Henry Ford Health System in West Bloomfield, Michigan. About Dr. Herrema Dr. Herrema is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Her professional memberships include the Movement Disorder Society, American Academy of Neurology and American Osteopathic Association. Dr. Herrema has been involved with numerous clinical trials, and she has volunteered her medical expertise with Clearwater Free Clinic in Florida for several years. Dr. Herrema is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses REM Behavior Disorder, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Essential Tremor. Dr. Herrema is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Neurology/Psychiatry and American Osteopathic Board Of Neurology And Psychiatry. Dr. Herrema is currently accepting new patients.

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    Pediatric Neurology
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    Pediatric Neurology
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    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    501 6th Avenue South, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kanoff specializes in pediatric neurology at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital and works primarily with hospitalized children and their follow-up care. He joined the medical staff in 2020. Before joining Johns Hopkins All Children's, Dr. Kanoff was the director of pediatric neurology and epilepsy education program at Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic in Minnesota. Dr. Kanoff earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Southeastern University of Health Sciences/Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine in North Miami Beach, Florida. He completed his residency in general neurology and fellowship in pediatric neurology at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Kanoff is a member of the American Academy of Neurology. He also earned his Juris Doctorate from Concord Law School at Kaplan University. Dr. Kanoff is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Tuberous Sclerosis, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, and Partial Seizure. Dr. Kanoff is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Kanoff is currently accepting new patients.

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    St. Joseph's Hospital Neurology St. Petersburg

    1201 5th Ave N Ste 202, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Allan Weiss is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Weiss is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Glycogen Storage Disease Type 5, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Weiss is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 230, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Lopez Chacon is a pediatric neurologist at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida. He specializes in neuromuscular medicine, any problems with the nerve, muscle or their connections, treating conditions such as spinal muscular atrophy, myasthenia gravis and muscular dystrophies. He also performs electromyography and nerve conductions studies in children of all ages. He joined the hospital staff in 2024. He was previously division chief of pediatric neuromuscular medicine at Boys Town National Research Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Lopez Chacon earned his medical degree from Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador — School of Medicine. He completed a pediatric residency at John Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County in Illinois. He completed a residency in child neurology at Ann and Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. He then completed a pediatric neuromuscular medicine fellowship at Northwestern Memorial Hospital/Ann and Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. He speaks English and Spanish. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Chacon is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Chacon is currently accepting new patients.

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    Pediatric Neurology
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    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 560, Suite 560, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Geller specializes in pediatric neurology for the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Institute for Brain Protection Sciences. He sees patients at the main campus in St. Petersburg and at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Outpatient Care, North Port. He joined the hospital staff in 2018. Dr. Geller previously was a pediatric neurologist and child neurology residency program director at Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri. He retired as a captain from the U.S. Navy Medical Corps. His clinical and research interests include neurofibromatosis, neuro-oncology and pain management. Dr. Geller earned his medical degree from St. Louis University Medical School. He trained in pediatrics and served as chief resident at Naval Hospital in Oakland, California. He then completed a pediatric neurology residency and served as chief neurology resident at the University of Illinois in Chicago. He also completed a six-week externship at Queen Square Neurologic Institute in London, England. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Neurofibromatosis, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, and Epilepsy in Children. Dr. Geller is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Geller is currently accepting new patients.

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    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
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    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Parikh specializes in pediatric neurology and epilepsy at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. He joined the hospital staff in 2020. He earned his medical degree from University of Medicine and Health Sciences in St. Kitts and Nevis in the Caribbean. He completed an internship and residency in pediatrics, followed by a residency in pediatric neurology at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital in St. Louis. He then completed a fellowship in pediatric epilepsy at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Dr. Parikh is fluent in English, Hindi and Gujarati. Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Girl travels to Tampa Bay to undergo treatment for rare epilepsy case, WFLA -TV (3/30/2023). His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures and West Syndrome. Dr. Parikh is currently accepting new patients.

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    St. Joseph's Hospital Neurology

    1201 5th Ave N, Ste 202, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Michael Rosario-Prieto is board certified in general adult neurology, electrodiagnostic medicine and neuromuscular medicine. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from Universad Autonoma de Guadalajara in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. Dr. Rosario-Prieto completed a neurology residency at John Dempsey Hospital/Hartford Hospital, University of Connecticut School of Medicine in Farmington, Connecticut. He then completed fellowships in neuromuscular medicine and advanced neuromuscular medicine from Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. He is a member of the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and the American Academy of Neurology. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Stroke, Myasthenia Gravis, and Ptosis. Dr. Rosario-Prieto is board certified in AB Psychiatry & Neurology (Neuromuscular Medicine) and AB Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Rosario-Prieto is currently accepting new patients.

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    Tampa Bay Neurocognitive Institute

    200 Central Ave, Office 335, 
    St. Petersburg, FL 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Somphanh Khousakoun is a Neurologist practicing medicine in St. Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Khousakoun is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Beta-Ketothiolase Deficiency, Memory Loss, and Dementia. Dr. Khousakoun is board certified in AB Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Khousakoun is currently accepting new patients.

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    Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health - St. Petersburg - Neuropsychology

    603 7th St. S., Suite 100, 
    St. Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Daniel Bell is a board-certified neurologist with Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health. He has more than 25 years of experience, and his specialties include: Neuromuscular diseases Stroke Carpal tunnel Neuropathy Spinal cord disease Multiple sclerosis Autoimmune neurological diseases Guillain-Barré syndrome Myasthenia gravis Vasculitis Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy Dr. Bell’s Training Dr. Bell graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor's degree in chemistry from Missouri State University in Springfield and received his medical degree from the University of Missouri in Columbia. He completed a neurology residency at the University of Florida in Gainesville. About Dr. Bell Dr. Bell is board certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and he is a member of the American Academy of Neurology. He is also Good Clinical Practice certified. Outside of work, Dr. Bell enjoys spending time with his family and pets and playing golf. Dr. Bell is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Memory Loss, and Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope. Dr. Bell is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Bell is currently accepting new patients.

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    Orlando Health - Central Neurology, PL

    603 7th St S, Ste 100, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Dr. Christina Diaz is a board-certified neurologist with Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health. She has more than 40 years of experience treating disorders affecting the brain and spinal cord, and her expertise includes: Headaches Botox for migraines Cognitive evaluation Dementia Dr. Diaz believes in providing compassionate, evidence-based care. Dr. Diaz’s Training Dr. Diaz earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry at the University of Washington in Seattle and received her medical degree from the University of Iowa in Iowa City. She completed neurology residencies at the University of Florida in Gainesville and Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis, where she served as chief resident in her final year. About Dr. Diaz Dr. Diaz is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology and a member of the American Heart Association. She has been involved with numerous clinical trials, and she has volunteered her medical expertise with several local organizations. Dr. Diaz is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Migraine, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Dr. Diaz is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology and AB Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Diaz is currently accepting new patients.

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    Neurology | Pediatrics
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    BMG Pediatric Neurology At St. Petersburg

    2191 9th Ave N, Ste 110, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Joseph Casadonte is board certified in neurology with a special competence in child neurology and is a member of BayCare Medical Group in Tampa, Florida, where he sees patients newborn and older. He earned his medical degree from Far Eastern University in Manila, Philippines, completed a pediatric internship and residency at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital in New York, New York, and completed a pediatric neurology fellowship from Schneider Children’s Hospital in Long Island, New York. Dr. Casadonte is dedicated to providing each of his patients with personal care and attention. He diagnoses and treats numerous neurological disorders including seizures, cerebral palsy, Tourette Syndrome, developmental disorders and attention deficit disorders. Dr. Casadonte is a member of the American Academy of Neurology and the Child Neurology Society. He is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital. Dr. Casadonte is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asperger's Syndrome, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Spasmus Nutans. Dr. Casadonte is board certified in AB Psychiatry & Neurology - W/ Spec Qual In Child Neurology. Dr. Casadonte is currently accepting new patients.

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    St. Joseph's Hospital Neurology

    1201 5th Ave N, Ste 202, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Michael Franklin is board certified in neurology, electrodiagnostic medicine and headache medicine. He serves the St. Petersburg, Florida area as part of BayCare Medical Group, where he sees patients age 18 and older. He completed an undergraduate degree in chemistry from City University of New York, Brooklyn College in Brooklyn, New York. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn. Dr. Franklin then furthered his medical education by completing an internal medicine internship and neurology residency from SUNY. Dr. Franklin then completed a neuromuscular diseases fellowship from Montefiore Medical Center in New York, New York. Dr. Franklin has an extensive background in headache research, and is an accomplished author and presenter of peer related studies in neurology. His clinical interests include multiple sclerosis, dystonia and the study and treatment of migraines. He is a Diplomate of the National Board of Examiners, a fellow of the Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and a member of the American Medical Association, American Academy of Neurology, the American Headache Society, the National Headache Foundation and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. He performs Botox injections for a variety of neurologic conditions. He is affiliated with St. Anthony's Hospital. Dr. Franklin is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), Migraine, Polymyositis, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS). Dr. Franklin is board certified in AB Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Franklin is currently accepting new patients.

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    Neurology | Pediatrics
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    BMG Pediatric Neurology At St. Petersburg

    2191 9th Ave N, Ste 110, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ena Andrews is board certified in neurology with a special competence in child neurology and is with BayCare Medical Group in Tampa, Florida, where she sees patients newborn and older. She earned a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, Michigan, completed an internship and residency in pediatrics at the University of California in San Francisco, California, and performed a pediatric neurology fellowship at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Andrews’ clinical interests include pediatric sleep disorders. She treats children who have conditions originating in the brain, which can include headaches, seizures, concussions, dysautonomia and traumatic brain injury. Dr. Andrews is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Medical Association and the Child Neurology Society. Dr. Andrews is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Asperger's Syndrome, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Familial Dysautonomia. Dr. Andrews is board certified in AB Psychiatry & Neurology - W/ Spec Qual In Child Neurology. Dr. Andrews is currently accepting new patients.

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    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
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    St. Joseph's Hospital Neurology

    1201 5th Ave N, Ste 202, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Sindhi, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Saleem R. Khamisani is board certified in neurology and sleep medicine and serves the St. Petersburg, Florida area as part of BayCare Medical Group, where he sees patients age 18 and older. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from Sind Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan. Dr. Khamisani then completed internships in general surgery and internal medicine, and an internal medicine residency at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center in Karachi. He then continued his medical education with an internal medicine residency at Nassau County Medical Center in East Meadow, New York and a neurology residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Khamisani evaluates and treats disorders of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, and other nervous system disorders. His clinical interests include Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s and headache. Dr. Khamisani is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Epilepsy, and Headache. Dr. Khamisani is board certified in AB Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Khamisani is currently accepting new patients.

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    St. Joseph's Hospital Neurology

    1201 5th Ave N, Ste 202, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Urdu
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    Dr. Dannaly Reyes Baerga is board certified in neurology and is with BayCare Medical Group in St. Petersburg, Florida where she sees patients age 18 and older. She completed a master’s degree in physical therapy at the University of Puerto Rico. Her passion for neurological rehabilitation motivated her to pursue a career in medicine.\xa0She earned her Doctor of Medicine from Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine in Bayamon, Puerto Rico and continued her medical education by completing an internal medicine internship and neurology residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida, where she served as a chief resident and was elected resident of the year. She then completed a neurorehabilitation fellowship at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She is passionate about headache medicine and became board certified as a headache medicine specialist.\xa0Dr. Reyes Baerga has special interests in headaches, concussions, brain injury management, spasticity management, stroke and general neurology. As a former physical therapist and current neurologist, she is uniquely positioned to understand the intricacies of recovery after brain injury and stroke. She is certified and skilled in administration of onabotulinum toxin for migraines, spasticity management, hemifacial spasms, and dystonia. She strives to make each patient’s visit a pleasant and pain-free experience. She is a member of the American Academy of Neurology and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Society, a highly competitive national organization recognizing outstanding physicians. Dr. Reyes Baerga speaks Spanish and is affiliated with St. Anthony’s Hospital and St. Joseph’s Hospital. Dr. Baerga is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Peripheral Neuropathy, and Essential Tremor. Dr. Baerga is board certified in AB Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Baerga is currently accepting new patients.

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    Pediatric Physician Services - Child Neurology

    601 5th Street South, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
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    Languages Spoken:
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    John Condie is a Neurologist practicing medicine in St Petersburg, Florida. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Status Epilepticus, and Dravet Syndrome. Dr. Condie is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Condie is currently accepting new patients.

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    Pediatric Physician Services - Child Neurology

    601 5th Street South, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Urdu
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    Saba Ahmad is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in St Petersburg, Florida. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cortical Dysplasia, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Tuberous Sclerosis, and Seizures. Dr. Ahmad is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Ahmad is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 560, Suite 560, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
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    Dr. Borrero-Mejias is a child neurologist in the Johns Hopkins All Children's Institute for Brain Protection Sciences. She joined the hospital staff in 2021. Her clinical expertise includes pediatric headache, epilepsy and tic disorders. She also serves as program director of the Johns Hopkins All Children's Child Neurology Residency program. Dr. Borrero-Mejias sees patients at our main campus in St. Petersburg and at our Outpatient Care locations in Tampa and Brandon. Before joining the hospital, she served as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix. She was also a child neurologist at Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s Hospital in Phoenix, where she mentored medical students, residents and fellows. Dr. Borrero-Mejias earned her medical degree from the Universidad Central del Caribe, School of Medicine in Bayamón, Puerto Rico. She completed a pediatric residency at the University of Puerto Rico-School of Medicine in San Juan, Puerto Rico, followed by a pediatric neurology residency at Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s Hospital and St Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix. Dr. Borrero-Mejias is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Borrero-Mejias is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is a neurologist?         

    A neurologist is a doctor who diagnoses and treats problems with the nervous system. The nervous system is made up of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, which send messages between the brain and the rest of the body. A neurologist helps with conditions that affect how the body moves, feels, and thinks. For example, if someone has a lot of migraines, memory problems, or trouble with fine motor skills, a neurologist will run tests to figure out what’s causing those issues, then work with the patient on a treatment plan. 

    What conditions are commonly treated by neurologists?     

    Neurologists treat many conditions affecting the nervous system. Some of the most common examples include:  

    • Migraines, which are intense headaches that come with other symptoms like nausea and sensitivity to light and sound 
    • Epilepsy, which causes reoccurring seizures, which are sudden bursts of electrical activity in the brain 
    • Strokes, which happen when blood supply to the brain is interrupted, causing brain damage that can lead to problems with speech or movement 
    • Parkinson’s disease, which impairs movement, causing symptoms like tremors, stiffness, and trouble with balance and coordination 
    • Alzheimer’s disease, which affects memory and cognition, leading to problems with thinking, remembering, and making decisions 
    • Multiple sclerosis, a muscle disorder in which the immune system attacks the nervous system, causing muscle weakness and balance issues 
    • Obstructive sleep apnea, a sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep, leading to poor sleep quality and other health problems 

    What tests are performed by a neurologist?  

    Neurologists use several tests to diagnose and monitor neurological conditions. They might use imaging tests like MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) and CT (Computed Tomography) scans to take pictures of the brain and spinal cord. An EEG (Electroencephalogram) measures electrical activity in the brain to check for problems like epilepsy. Neurologists may also conduct a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) to look for signs of infection or disease. Blood tests and cognitive evaluations, like memory tests, may also be used to gather more information. 

    What neurological symptoms shouldn’t be ignored?   

    According to Yale Medicine, doctors usually start with blood tests to check for unusual cells or changes in

    Some neurological symptoms can be signs of serious conditions and should not be ignored. These include: 

    • Sudden, severe headaches that feel different from what you’ve had before 
    • Unexplained weakness or numbness in your arms or legs 
    • Changes in how you see, speak, or move around 
    • Trouble remembering or making decisions 

    It’s important to seek medical care as soon as possible if you experience these symptoms because they could be signs of something more serious such as a stroke, brain injury, or neurological disease.  

    What causes neurological disorders? 

    Different neurological conditions can have different causes, like genetic problems, infections, injuries, or exposure to things in the environment. Some disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease, are linked to aging and the slow breakdown of brain cells. Others, like multiple sclerosis, happen when the immune system attacks the body’s own nerve cells by mistake. Traumatic injuries, like concussions, can also cause neurological problems. In some cases, the exact cause of a neurological disorder is unknown. For example, with Parkinson’s disease, doctors don’t know why some people develop it while others don’t, despite ongoing research.  

    When should I see a Neurologist near st petersburg, FL?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Neurologist near st petersburg, FL?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Neurologists near st petersburg, FL?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Neurologists near st petersburg, FL?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Neurologist in st petersburg?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Neurologist search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Neurologist?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Neurologist near st petersburg, FL?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Neurologist?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Neurologist may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Neurologists near st petersburg, FL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Neurologist search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Neurologist that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Neurologist search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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