Dr. Tarek F. Bakdash, MD, Neurologist
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Dr. Tarek F. Bakdash, MD

Neurologist | Neurology

12220 Cortez Blvd Brooksville FL, 34613
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Dr. Tarek Bakdash is a distinguished Neurologist in Brooksville, FL. Dr. Bakdash specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system. With expertise in handling complex conditions like epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and migraines, Dr. Bakdash employs advanced techniques and personalized treatment plans to improve patient outcomes. As a neurologist, Dr. Bakdash is committed to staying abreast of the latest developments in neurological research and therapies.

Education and Training

University of Aleppo, Faculty of Medicine in Syria Medical Degree 1989

Aleppo University Faculty of Med Syria,Syria MD

Board Certification

American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry (ABPN)

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Clinical Neurophysiology

Provider Details

Male Arabic

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Neurology  
  • American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine  

Fellowships

  • University of Minnesota clinical neurophysiology and neuromuscular medicine 

Dr. Tarek F. Bakdash, MD's Practice location

Practice At 12220 Cortez Blvd

12220 Cortez Blvd -
Brooksville, FL 34613
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Get to know Neurologist Dr. Tarek Bakdash, who serves patients throughout the State of Florida.

Dr. Bakdash is a board-certified neurologist whose particular area of expertise is in the diagnosis and management of general neurologic issues, headaches and migraines, nerve conduction studies, electromyography studies, and neuromuscular disorders.

He is affiliated with a number of hospitals and medical centers throughout the state of Florida, including Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, Cape Canaveral Hospital, The Villages Regional Hospital, Holmes Regional Medical Center, Viera Hospital, and Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

Upon graduating with his medical degree from the University of Aleppo, Faculty of Medicine in Syria in 1989, Dr. Bakdash relocated to the United States. Once there, he performed his internship at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1994. This was followed by a residency in neurology and a fellowship in clinical neurophysiology and neuromuscular medicine at the University of Minnesota.

In practice for over thirty years, the doctor is board-certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology by the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry (ABPN). The ABPN is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to serving the professions of psychiatry and neurology. 

Continuously advancing his efforts, Dr. Bakdash is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and the Florida Medical Association.

Neurology is a branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system. Neurologists are licensed medical specialists who diagnose and treat disorders that affect the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles of patients. They examine a patient’s mental and physical status, conduct medical tests and scans, and evaluate the results to diagnose and treat the patient.

On a more personal note, Dr. Bakdash speaks both English and Arabic.

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