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Abhay R. Moghekar

Abhay R. Moghekar, MBBS

Neurology

Accepting New Patients
4.9 of 5 stars38 ratings, 16 reviews
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • Marathi
  • Hindi
  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Male

About Abhay R. Moghekar

Professional Titles

  • Research Director, Cerebrospinal Fluid Center, Department of Neurology

Primary Academic Title

Associate Professor of Neurology

Background

Dr. Abhay Moghekar focuses on disorders of cerebrospinal fluid physiology like normal pressure hydrocephalus, obstructive hydrocephalus, congenital hydrocephalus, pseudotumor cerebri, CSF otorhhea, CSF rhinorrhea, intracranial hypotension due to spinal CSF leaks and peri-operative management of patients undergoing repair of CSF otorrhea and rhinorrhea.

His research interests include identifying biomarkers of neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer's disease and Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.

Recent News Articles and Media Coverage

  • Recorded Webinar "Pseudotumor Cerebri: What You Need to Know" (March 2016)

    Holistic Treatment for CSF Disorders, NeuroLogic (Fall 2015)

    Johns Hopkins, Cincinnati Children's launch PHR app for hydrocephalus, MobiHealthNews (10/28/2015)

Additional Academic Titles

Associate Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery

Research Interests

Disorders of Cerebrospinal Fluid

Research Summary

Dr. Abhay Moghekar's research interests focus on understanding the causes of normal pressure hydrocephalus, pseudotumor cerebri, intracranial pressure dynamics and the role of cerebrospinal fluid in Alzheimer's disease.

Memberships

  • American Academy of Neurology

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
    • 4940 Eastern Avenue, Suite 1201, Baltimore, MD 21224

    Expertise

    Education

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Fellowship, Clinical Neurophysiology, 2004

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Residency, Neurology, 2003

    MedStar Health

    Residency, Internal Medicine, 2000

    King Edward Memorial Hospital

    Residency, Internal Medicine, 1998

    Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College

    Medical Education, MBBS, 1996

    Board Certifications

    Clinical Neurophysiology

    American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2019

    Neurology

    American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2017

    Insurance

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    • Aetna
    • CareFirst
    • Cigna
    • First Health
    • Geisinger Health Plan
    • HealthSmart/Accel
    • Humana
    • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
    • MultiPlan
    • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
    • Point Comfort Underwriters
    • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
    • UnitedHealthcare
    • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

    Ratings & Reviews

    4.9 out of 5

    38 ratings, 16 reviews

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    Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Explained Things Clearly
    Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Showed Respect
    Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/9/2025

      Dr Moghekar took time to answer my questions and fit me into his schedule. [staff] did the same

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/9/2025

      Everyone has been great

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/2/2025

      Dr. Moghekar listens and takes the time to explain everything to me. I trust him.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/12/2024

      Dr. Moghekar was very attentive and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/5/2024

      Good experience

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2024

      Outstanding and compassionate physician and a good listener.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2024

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/7/2024

      Doctor gave Exceptional care and information regarding my illness and next steps- he was most professional but coupled with sensitivity, patience and politeness

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/31/2024

      He was excellent he started on time and answered all my questions

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/24/2024

      Very knowledgeable and respectful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/3/2024

      Provider was attentive and knowledgeable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/22/2024

      Very compassionate , caring and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/15/2024

      Thank you for everything, Abhay!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/15/2024

      I am in the best of hands with Dr, Moghekar.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/8/2024

      Dr. Moghekar was quite impressive with his knowledge and skill and deeply caring and compassionte.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/1/2024

      He did a great job