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Meliana Trinidad, MD, is board-certified in neurology and internal medicine. She works with patients at The Neurology Institute in Coral Springs and Sunrise, Florida. Dr.Trinidad is very compassionate and finds it rewarding to provide medical care to patients and assist in their treatment.  Dr. Trinidad is fluent in English and Spanish.  She is able to speak medical Portuguese and Turkish.

Dr.Trinidad received her medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico. After graduating, she went on to complete her residency and fellowship in internal medicine at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in San Juan, Puerto Rico. 

To further her education, Dr. Trinidad completed her neurology residency at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida, and a fellowship training in neurophysiology/epilepsy.  

She is very passionate about neurology and approaches each patient as an individual.

Dr.Trinidad is currently accepting both new and existing patients at The Neurology Institute in Coral Springs and Sunrise, Florida. She looks forward to providing you with the highest care possible. 

Dr. Jasmine Diedrick specializes in adult neuropsychological testing at The Neurology Institute. She earned her doctoral degree in Psychology from Nova Southeastern University, with an emphasis on forensic psychology and neuropsychology. Dr. Diedrick completed clinical training within the VA hospital system and the Miami-Dade and Broward County justice systems. She offers testing for ADHD, dementia, stroke, TBI, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and movement disorders.

Dr. Kurako is a caring and compassionate Board Certified Neurologist. Who specializes in neuromuscular disorders and movement disorders.

Dr. Kurako received her medical degree from the Dnepropetrovsk Medical Academy in Dnepropetrovsk, Ukraine. She completed her neurology residency at Cleveland Clinic in Florida. Dr. Kurako was also a movement disorders research fellow at Cleveland Clinic in Florida. She then went on to complete neuromuscular fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts.

Dr. Kurako is passionate about educating future physicians as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine and Florida State University College of Medicine as well as an Assistant Professor of Neurology at the University of Central Florida. She is widely published and continues to participate in multiple clinical trials.

Dr. Trevor D. Barton, DO is a board-certified neurologist with advanced fellowship training in vascular neurology. Dr. Barton earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Nova Southeastern University's Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine. During his time there, he was selected for the prestigious Osteopathic Principles and Practice (OPP) Fellowship, where he gained additional clinical and academic training in osteopathic manipulative medicine and holistic patient care.

Following medical school, Dr. Barton completed his neurology residency at HCA HealthONE Swedish Medical Center. He went on to complete a fellowship in Vascular Neurology at the same institution, focusing on acute stroke care, stroke prevention, and advanced neuroimaging.
With board certification from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Dr. Barton is dedicated to improving outcomes for patients with stroke, epilepsy, migraines, multiple sclerosis, and other neurological disorders.

Fawzi Abukhalil, MD, is a neurologist with a sub-specialty in neuro-ophthalmology. He treats patients at The Neurology Institute in Coral Springs and Sunrise, Florida. Dr. Abukhalil is well-liked by his patients and known for providing compassionate and thorough care. Dr. Abukhalil is fluent in English and Arabic.

Dr. Abukhalil attended medical school at MISR University for Science and Technology in Egypt. He completed his neurology residency at Harbor UCLA Medical Center in West Carson, California, before completing a neuro-ophthalmology fellowship and post-doctoral research at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in Miami, Florida.  

Dr. Abukhalil has been a principal investigator in numerous clinical research trials, given many lectures on a wide range of topics in neurology, and published articles in several medical journals. He is widely published and offers expertise in neuro-ophthalmological disorders. 

Dr. Abukhalil is currently accepting new and existing patients at The Neurology Institute offices in Coral Springs and Sunrise, Florida.

Mayur C. Maniar, MD, is a mindful and attentive board-certified neurology specialist providing patient care at The Neurology Institute in Coral Springs and Sunrise, Florida.

Dr. Maniar received his medical degree from the University of Bombay in India. Since completing his neurology residency and fellowship in neuromuscular disorder at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, he has been serving the community in South Florida.

Dr. Maniar is a widely published physician with a vast array of lectures under his belt. He is also a member of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine.

Dr. Maniar looks forward to providing his patients with advanced technological expertise in neurological nerve conduction tests and EMGs.

He is pleased to be a part of the medical professional team at The Neurology Institute’s Coral Springs and Sunrise locations.

Dr. Mazieyar Azad is a fellowship-trained neurologist specializing in multiple sclerosis and related neuroimmunologic conditions, including neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) and MOG antibody-associated disease (MOGAD). He serves The Neurology Institute in Broward County, where his practice is dedicated to the diagnosis and long-term management of MS and other autoimmune and demyelinating disorders of the central nervous system.

Dr. Azad completed his neuroimmunology fellowship at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine. He trained in neurology at the University of Florida College of Medicine in Jacksonville, where he served as Chief Resident of Quality Improvement and was recognized with awards for clinical excellence, teaching, and research, including the UF Health Resident Research Scholar Award. He earned his medical degree from the Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine and graduated cum laude from the University of Miami.

An active contributor to the field, Dr. Azad has published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national scientific meetings, with a particular focus on biomarkers and disease activity in neuroimmunologic conditions. He is a member of the Americas Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ACTRIMS), the American Academy of Neurology, and the Florida Society of Neurology, and was selected as a Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) MS Mentorship Forum Scholar.

Dr. Azad is fluent in Persian (Farsi), Spanish, French, and Latin, allowing him to connect with patients across diverse communities.

Menachem Nagar, MD, is a neurologist with specialized training in vascular neurology. He works closely with patients at The Neurology Institute in Coral Springs and Sunrise, Florida.  Dr. Nagar is fluent in English, Yiddish and Arabic.

Dr. Nagar completed medical school at the Technion Faculty of Medicine in Israel and his neurology training – including residency and fellowship in vascular neurology – at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

Dr. Nagar is skilled in diagnosing and treating diverse acute and chronic neurological conditions. He also has strong skills in interpersonal communication, teamwork, and patient care. 

His interests in neurology are broad-ranging, including stroke, acute care, hospital-based neurology, neuro-immunology, and epilepsy. Dr. Nagar is trained in multiple neuro-diagnostic modalities, including neurovascular ultrasound. 

Overall, Dr. Nagar's approach to medicine welcomes all patients, even those with the most challenging neurological disorders. 

Dr. Nagar currently accepts new and existing patients and looks forward to partnering with those in his care.

Anthony Shydohub, MD, is a Neurologist specializing in neurophysiology/epilepsy.  He received his medical degree at the American University of the Caribbean.  Dr. Shydohub completed neurology residency at the University of South Alabama. 

 Following residency, Dr. Shydohub completed his Neurophysiology Fellowship at the University of University of New Mexico.  He is trained in electromyography (EMG) and specializes in treating patients with neuromuscular diseases.

 Dr. Shydohub is accepting both new and established patients at The Neurology Institute.  He looks forward to providing you with the highest level of care possible.

Dr. Giovanna Basilio is a bilingual (English/Spanish) clinician. She received her PsyD in Clinical Psychology with a forensic concentration at Nova Southeastern University in South Florida. She has broad clinical experience with minors, adults, and older adults across correctional, community, and healthcare sites. She has also contributed to the development of competency restoration programs in Broward and Palm Beach Counties and published a Springer book chapter on cultural considerations in sex trafficking.

Her research interests include potentially traumatic events across immigrant and non-immigrant populations, best practices for assessment and treatment, and severe mental illness in diverse settings. Dr. Basilio specializes in psychological evaluations and trauma-informed therapy.

Jesus Vargas Soto, APRN is a foreign physician from Venezuela.  Upon relocating to the United States, he began working in the medical field as an RN.  He continued his education in the United States to earn his MSN-Family Nurse Practitioner degree.  Jesus is a caring and compassionate provider who enjoys providing patients with high-quality care.  He has extensive experience in the medical field and is now accepting new and established patients at The Neurology Institute.  

Sussel Vega Pupo, APRN began her career in medicine as an LPN before going on to receive her BSN.  As a RN she worked as a charge nurse in the neuro intensive care unit as well as a critical care nurse before receiving her MSN from Florida National University.  Sussel takes pride in providing the highest level of care to all patients. 

Dr. Ali Hamzehloo is a fellowship-trained neurologist with more than a decade of experience in general neurology, vascular (stroke) neurology, and neurointerventional care. He brings an uncommon combination of clinical depth and advanced procedural training, having completed a fellowship in vascular neurology in the United States at Wayne State University and a clinical fellowship in interventional neuroradiology at the University Hospital of Zurich, Switzerland.

His areas of focus include cerebrovascular disease and stroke, neuromuscular disorders, and seizure disorders. He performs and interprets EMG/nerve conduction studies and EEG and has extensive experience caring for patients in both hospital and outpatient settings—leading stroke teams and managing complex cases within certified stroke centers and neurocritical care units.

Dr. Hamzehloo is also an active clinical researcher. His work on stroke imaging and cerebral edema has been published in peer-reviewed journals including Stroke and Neurocritical Care and presented at national meetings such as the American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting. He is dedicated to delivering evidence-based, compassionate, patient-centered neurological care to the Broward County community.

Elina Abla received her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree from the University of Miami in South Florida. She went on to care for skilled nursing facility patients in an acute care setting before transitioning to provide inpatient and outpatient services. Her experience in these settings provided her with balanced experience in patient care.

Elina Abla, APRN is a highly empathetic and compassionate medical provider and accepts new and established patients at The Neurology Institute.

Dr. Pawar is double board certified in Neurology and Vascular Neurology with an interest in hyperacute management of stroke and establishing systems of care. He received his medical degree at B.J. Medical College in India before going on to Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio to complete an Internal Medicine residency followed by neurology residencies at Loyola Medical Center in Chicago and the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. Following completion of his residencies, Dr. Pawar completed Fellowships in Vascular Neurology at the University of Pennsylvania, Endovascular Neurosurgery and Interventional Radiology at Abington Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania, and Advanced Vascular Neurology at the Medical University of South Carolina. He is coming to us from Duke University Medical Center where he served as Stroke Medical Director. He is widely published. He has varied interests and has participated in multiple clinical trials.

Dr. Giovanna Basilio is a bilingual (English/Spanish) clinician. She received her PsyD in Clinical Psychology with a forensic concentration at Nova Southeastern University in South Florida. She has broad clinical experience with minors, adults, and older adults across correctional, community, and healthcare sites. She has also contributed to the development of competency restoration programs in Broward and Palm Beach Counties and published a Springer book chapter on cultural considerations in sex trafficking.

Her research interests include potentially traumatic events across immigrant and non-immigrant populations, best practices for assessment and treatment, and severe mental illness in diverse settings. Dr. Basilio specializes in psychological evaluations and trauma-informed therapy.

Dr. Mazieyar Azad is a fellowship-trained neurologist specializing in multiple sclerosis and related neuroimmunologic conditions, including neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) and MOG antibody-associated disease (MOGAD). He serves The Neurology Institute in Broward County, where his practice is dedicated to the diagnosis and long-term management of MS and other autoimmune and demyelinating disorders of the central nervous system.

Dr. Azad completed his neuroimmunology fellowship at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine. He trained in neurology at the University of Florida College of Medicine in Jacksonville, where he served as Chief Resident of Quality Improvement and was recognized with awards for clinical excellence, teaching, and research, including the UF Health Resident Research Scholar Award. He earned his medical degree from the Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine and graduated cum laude from the University of Miami.

An active contributor to the field, Dr. Azad has published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national scientific meetings, with a particular focus on biomarkers and disease activity in neuroimmunologic conditions. He is a member of the Americas Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ACTRIMS), the American Academy of Neurology, and the Florida Society of Neurology, and was selected as a Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) MS Mentorship Forum Scholar.

Dr. Azad is fluent in Persian (Farsi), Spanish, French, and Latin, allowing him to connect with patients across diverse communities.