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Abdullah Zahi  Alqahtani

Abdullah Zahi Alqahtani, MD, MPH

Neuromuscular Medicine

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4.9 of 5 stars108 ratings, 50 reviews
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • Arabic
  • English

Gender

Male

About Abdullah Zahi Alqahtani

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Neurology

Background

Abdullah AlQahtani specializes in inherited and noninherited neuromuscular neurological diseases. 

Dr. AlQahtani obtained his medical degree from the King Saud University in Saudi Arabia. He also completed an internship and earned a master’s degree in public health from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and he obtained residency training in neurology at the University Hospitals of Cleveland-Case Western Reserve University and the Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. After completing a neuromuscular fellowship at Case Western Reserve University, Dr. AlQahtani joined the neurogenetics branch of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. He worked on natural history studies of disease progression and phenotype-genotype correlation. 

His research focuses on the identification of biomarkers of disease progression in neuromuscular diseases.

Research Interests

Biomarker discovery of disease progression in spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy. Neuromuscular ultrasound parameters

Selected Publications

  • Abdullah Alqahtani, Angela Kokkinis, Christine Zizzi, Nuran Dilek, Kenneth H. Fischbeck, ChadR. Heatwole, Christopher Grunseich Neurol Clin Pract Dec 2023, 13 (6) e200213; DOI:10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200213

  • Elkasaby M, Alqahtani A, Shaikh A. Ocular Palatal Tremor with Face “Twitches”. J Neuroopthalmol. 2022 Dec 1;42(4). Epub 2021

Honors

President's Research Initiative Award, The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine, 11/1/23

Lectures & Presentations

  • Neuromuscular ultrasound in slowly Progressing MND, oral presentation, NINDS, Bethesda, MD
  • the Quality of Life Study, oral presentation, The Kennedy Disease Conference

Memberships

  • American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine
  • The American Academy of Neurology

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
    • 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Baltimore, MD 21287
    • Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
      • 4940 Eastern Avenue, Suite 1201, Baltimore, MD 21224
      • Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
        • 4940 Eastern Avenue, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 5, Baltimore, MD 21224

        Expertise

        Education

        National Institutes of Health

        Fellowship, Neurogenetics, 2023

        University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

        Fellowship, Neuromuscular Medicine, 2020

        Case Western Reserve University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

        Residency, Neurology, 2019

        University of Miami

        Graduate School, Master of Public Health, MPH, 2015

        College of Medicine King Saud University

        Medical Education, MD, 2011

        Board Certifications

        Neurology

        American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2020

        Neurology

        American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2019

        Ratings & Reviews

        4.9 out of 5

        108 ratings, 50 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 4.9 out of 5 stars
        Provider Knew Medical History
        Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
        Provider Showed Respect
        Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 5 out of 5 stars
        Provider Spent Enough Time
        Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/21/2025

          This was my first visit after moving to Maryland. He had my records from U Rochester. My Doctor reviewed my history, did a neuro exam and discussed how to go forward. I left with a clear plan. He was great about answering questions I had.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/21/2025

          Great doctor

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/14/2025

          I was happy with his concerns about my pain and get answers to my pain

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

          Excellent physician

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/10/2024

          He was very good at explaining everything in a way that you understand

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/3/2024

          Courteous,thorough and professional

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/27/2024

          Very Informative-

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/26/2024

          While this was only my second appointment with Dr. Alqahtani and the second being a video visit, I felt the latest appointment went about as well as I could have wanted or expected. He was courteous and knowledgable about my personal situation. I didn't feel the need to update him on my situation, which could have been expected considering I had a different doctor for over twenty years.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/13/2024

          Professional and thorough.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/13/2024

          Very caring and compassionate

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/6/2024

          Dr. AlQahtani is exceptional - caring, compassionate, and brilliant.

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

          He is smart, caring, and kind. A great listener and I have confidence in him.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/8/2024

          Very professional and personable

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/2/2024

          First visit with him. Very nice.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/25/2024

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          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/19/2024

          Excellent doctor. Thorough and well informed

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/18/2024

          Best visit yet to Hopkins. On time and very thorough.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/11/2024

          Very personable. Very helpful and reassuring.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/4/2024

          I think he is very likeable and knowledgeable.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/28/2024

          He is very knowledgeable of my situation

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/28/2024

          He is very kind, compassionate and caring about his patients

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/27/2024

          Very interested in my response to provider's questions. The doctori

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/20/2024

          This was my first appointment with this new doctor since I was informed that my previous doctor was no longer there. He was very personable, professional, knowledgeable and open to listen to my concerns and provide comprehensive feedback and support. This was much appreciated being that I was preemptively uneasy about assuming a new physician for the treatment of my condition.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/20/2024

          Very professional, knowledgeable, thorough, and approachable.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/20/2024

          Had reviewed my medical history and went over my current symptoms. Determined next steps for disease management.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/14/2024

          Dr Alqahtani was wonderful was very Thorough.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/13/2024

          This is the first time in 3 years I had a Dr listen to and use my story and symptoms. He listened with care and compassion. He had an open discussion about my condition at my level of understanding and understood I've done a great deal of research. He helped elevate my knowledge. He discussed treatment options based on a high level of expertise in the type of mg I have. I felt valued. I felt heard. I felt optimism about my future.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/7/2024

          Excellent service

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/6/2024

          Dr. Alqahtani was very knowledgeable about my disease and was a good listener answering questions I had

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/31/2024

          Excellent

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/31/2024

          I had Dr [ ] for 8 years through a difficult period of my life: the discovery of MG. Dr. Al, excuse the informality, ( I do not want to butcher my attempt at spelling) , is an incredible provider. He put me at ease immediately with his candor, expertise and explanations. You are lucky to have him and so am I.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/30/2024

          Dr Alqahtani was very clear in his explanation of my condition and plan of treatment.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/24/2024

          This was my first visit with this provider. He was very patient and understanding with me

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/24/2024

          Very good

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/16/2024

          The doctor is very skilled, empathetic, and patient.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/3/2024

          This was my first appointment with Dr. Alqahtani. I previously saw Dr. [ ] , and was a patient of her for over 11 years. I am very pleased that Dr. Alqahtani was well-informed and genuinely nice.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/18/2024

          This was my first visit with this provider. He was informed about my long-standing health issues and was a good listener.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/4/2024

          Professional, courteous, good bedside manners, listened

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

          He definitely read my chart before our appointment which I really appreciated. He was engaged in our conversation and very nice and knowledgeable.

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

          Very pleasant and listens carefully

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

          Dr. AlQahtani was amazing. He listened carefully and showed compassion. His expertise in the neuromuscular field made/makes me feel confident to be in his care.

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

          Excellent

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

          First visit. I was very pleased.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/17/2024

          Dr Alqahtani was excellent. He listened was interested in all I had to say and offered a comprehensive plan to move forward

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/16/2024

          He was excellent He was objective smart though outside the box and listened to my concerns

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/27/2024

          The doctor was attentive and patient to my needs.

          4 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/26/2024

          Knowledgeable kind

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/20/2024

          He was excellent. Very informative and thorough.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/20/2024

          This was an initial visit with this provider, but not with Neurological services at JHH. He was very friendly and demonstrated concern for my medical issues.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/13/2024

          Wonderful new Hopkins provider.