Syed H Shabbir, MD, a board certified, fellowship trained neurologist at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of all adult neurological disorders that involve the brain and nervous system. He strives to develop a personal rapport with every patient. Dr. Shabbir feels that by learning from his patients, he can provide better care and build rewarding, trusting relationships.

Dr. Shabbir specializes in seizure disorders but performs a wide variety of treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, headaches, migraines, and peripheral nerve conditions. He is also committed to the research and treatment of both Ischemic and Hemorrhagic stroke victims.

MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center follows the most current guidelines published by the American Stroke Association. The hospital has repeatedly received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®— Stroke Gold Plus Achievement Award, a national recognition endorsing the hospital’s continued commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for stroke patients.

“There has never been a more exciting time in Neurology. With growing understanding of the genetic and molecular basis of neurological disorders, there are ever-expanding treatment options for otherwise progressive and debilitating conditions.”

—Dr. Syed H Shabbir