Current Appointments & Affiliations
Associate Professor of Neurology
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2021 - Present
Neurology, Stroke and Vascular Neurology,
Neurology
Director of Telestroke Services in the Department of Neurology
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2020 - Present
Neurology,
Clinical Science Departments
Recent Publications
Stroke Risk After Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve Replacement in Aortic Stenosis: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Journal Article Stroke · March 20, 2026 BACKGROUND: Stroke is a possible complication after bioprosthetic aortic valve replacement (AVR) for severe aortic stenosis (AS), impacting morbidity and mortality. Accurate estimates of the proportion of individuals who experience stroke within and beyond ... Full text Link to item CiteImproving Access to Primordial and Primary Stroke Prevention: Global Considerations.
Journal Article J Am Heart Assoc · August 19, 2025 Stroke is the second-leading cause of death and the third-leading cause of disability worldwide. Low- and middle-income countries continue to experience an increase in stroke incidence despite scientific advances to prevent strokes. In this topical review, ... Full text Link to item CiteFrequency, Risk Factors, and Outcomes of Strokes in Patients With Primary Glioma After Cranial Radiation Therapy.
Journal Article Neurology · August 12, 2025 BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Radiation therapy is the mainstay of therapy for patients with glioma. While this treatment modality can improve survival, treatment-related complications may include radiation-induced vasculopathy and increased risk of stroke. W ... Full text Link to item CiteRecent Grants
combining RTMS & aErobic exerciSe TO tReAT depression and Improve pOst-stroke walkiNg(RESTORATION)
ResearchCo Investigator · Awarded by Medical University of South Carolina · 2024 - 2029Evaluating the Implementation of High Intensity Home-Based Rehabilitation Following Stroke
ResearchCo-Mentor · Awarded by Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality · 2024 - 2027DISCOVERY: Clinical Site
ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Massachusetts General Hospital · 2019 - 2026View All Grants
Education
American University of Beirut (Lebanon) ·
2004
M.D.