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Dr. Micic specializes in neurology and pediatric neurology. She earned her medical degree from the University of Nis Faculty of Medicine, serving multiple locations across NY. Dr. Micic completed an internship at Clinical Center Nis in Serbia after obtaining her medical degree. Later, she also completed her fellowships in child neurology, one at the University of Belgrade, Serbia, one at the State University of New York, Stony Brook and another at the Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children’s Hospital. Highly qualified, she also completed her residency in pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital of New Jersey at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. Dr.

Nina Tsakadze, MD, PhD is a Board Certified Neurologist, who holds double Board Certification – in Adult Neurology from the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry (ABNP) and Headache Medicine from the United Council for Neurological Subspecialties (UCNS).

Dr. Tsakadze is one of only a handful of certified headache specialists in the country. She completed Neurology Residency and Fellowship in Headache and Facial Pain at the University of South Florida, Tampa, FL. She also completed Thrombosis Vascular Training Fellowship at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN and Postdoctoral Fellowship from the American Heart Association at the University of Louisville, KY. Dr. Tsakadze has PhD in Medical Science/Biochemistry and is an Associate Professor of Neurology at the University of Central Florida. During her tenure at Orlando VA she established Headache Center of Excellence. She has numerous publications and presentations at the scientific meetings nationally and internationally, and is an active member of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) and American Headache Society (AHS).

Dr. Tsakadze treats patients with various neurological disorders. She is currently accepting new patients and looks forward to welcoming them to new practice locations in Florida.

Clair Cascella, MD, is a skilled board-certified neurologist practicing at Complete Neurological Care, which has locations in Forest Hills and Queens, and Financial District, Midtown, and in Manhattan, plus Valley Stream and Hicksville, New York. Additionally, in offices in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach, Florida.

Dr. Cascella obtained her medical degree from Stony Brook School of Medicine in Stony Brook, New York, and subsequently completed a medical internship at Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola, New York. She then completed a neurology residency at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine’s Montefiore Medical Center. She was then awarded a Fellowship in clinical neurophysiology and neuromuscular disease with a special interest in electromyography (EMG) at Albert Einstein. 

Dr. Clair Cascella has published in multiple peer-reviewed journals, including “Headache.” She is board certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and is an active member of the American Academy of Neurology.

Dr. Cascella is currently accepting new patients and looks forward to welcoming them to Complete Neurological Care.

Samuel Apeatu, MD, is a skilled, board-certified neurologist practicing at Complete Neurological Care. The practice has locations in Forest Hills and Queens, and the Financial District, Midtown, and in Manhattan, plus Valley Stream and Hicksville, New York. Additionally, in offices in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach, Florida.

Dr. Apeatu obtained his medical degree from the University of Ghana Medical School in West Africa. He completed his pediatric residency training at New York Medical College, Lincoln Hospital Affiliation. He then completed his pediatric neurology fellowship at Schneider Children’s Hospital Long Island Campus for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Apeatu was also a fellow at Long Island Jewish Medical Center for epilepsy and electroencephalography. Prior to joining the Complete Neurological Care family, he’s worked in multiple neurology units throughout New York City and Pennsylvania.

Dr. Samuel Apeatu is a published and board-certified pediatric neurologist from the American Board of Pediatrics. Additionally, he is an active member of the American Academy of Neurology, the Child Neurology Society, and the American Medical Association.

Tamara Goodman, MD, is one of the exceptional neurologists practicing at Complete Neurological care, which has locations in Forest Hills and Queens, and the Financial District, Midtown, and in Manhattan, plus Valley Stream and Hicksville, New York. She is board-certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. 

After obtaining her medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, she completed a medical internship at Flushing Hospital Medical Center and subsequently pursued her residency in neurology at the Northwell North Shore University Hospital- Zucker School of Medicine affiliated with Hofstra University. She continued at North Shore Hospital for a Fellowship in epilepsy and electroencephalography (EEG).

Dr. Goodman holds certifications in Botox® therapy for various conditions, including chronic migraine, cervical dystonia, and TMJ dysfunction. She speaks English and Russian, which makes her accessible to patients from a variety of cultural backgrounds. Dr. Goodman welcomes new patients to the practice who are seeking advanced patient-centered care for a wide array of neurological disorders such as vertigo, headache, syncope, memory loss, concussions, neuropathic pain, and epilepsy.

Kishan Patel, MD, is one of the board-certified neurologists practicing at New York City’s Complete Neurological Care, which has locations in Forest Hills and Queens, and Financial District, Midtown, and in Manhattan, plus Valley Stream and Hicksville, New York. Additionally, in offices in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach, Florida. He is currently an active member of the American Academy of Neurology (AN) and the American Medical Association (AMA).

Dr. Kishan Patel completed his undergraduate studies at Columbia University. He then continued on to Ross University, where he completed medical school. This was then followed by an internship at New York Medical College – Westchester Medical Center. Dr. Patel’s neurology residency took place at SUNY Upstate Medical University.

Dr. Patel treats patients ranging from ages in early adolescence to late adulthood with all types of diseases affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. Dr. Patel has also treated patients dealing with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, headaches, migraines, epilepsy, panic attacks, depression, and much more.

Dr. Osher Rechester completed his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at the University of Massachusetts Boston.

After completing his undergraduate degree, he did research at Harvard (Massachusetts General Hospital), where he worked in the laboratory of Shaw Warren, M.D., who directed a research lab which studied mediators of sepsis and inflammation.

He subsequently received his M.D. after completing medical school at NYMC School of Medicine in Westchester County, New York.

He then proceeded to do his medical internship and residency in Neurology at Westchester Medical Center.

After completing his medical training, he went on to do an international post-graduate fellowship in Ethics and Philosophy at the Heiden Institute in Israel. Dr. Rechester has contributed to multiple research publications and he has also won multiple research and scholarship awards.

He received a scholarship to attend the Penry Residents Epilepsy Program at Wake Forest University in 2022. He also presented on frontal lobe epilepsy at Epilepsy Grand Rounds at Westchester Medical Center.

His interests in neurology include epilepsy and behavioral neurology.

Miami Headache & Pain Clinic makes superior pain management services accessible to adults who are living in and around South Miami, Florida. My practice takes an integrative, patient-centered approach to supporting those who are enduring chronic pain, so they can resume an active, independent life with confidence.

As a triple board-certified neurologist and pain management expert, I address a range of chronic pain conditions, including neuropathy, trigeminal neuralgia, and arthritis, using the least invasive strategies.

Miami Headache & Pain Clinic makes cutting-edge interventional pain procedures available to those who can’t treat chronic pain with traditional medications. 

I use image-guided technologies to administer nerve blocks and epidural injections with a high level of accuracy. Spinal cord stimulation is also an option for those who need help managing chronic neck or back pain.

In addition to treating musculoskeletal and nerve-related pain, I have a passion for helping people find effective solutions to manage and prevent headaches and migraines. Miami Headache & Pain Center specializes in innovative treatments like intravenous (IV) therapy, which infuses fast-acting medications directly into the bloodstream.

Our staff maintains a comfortable, welcoming environment, including a headache-friendly infusion room for IV therapy. The staff makes it easy to schedule an appointment and can often accommodate same-day or next-day appointments for urgent care situations.

Let me help you find lasting pain relief. Call Miami Headache & Pain Clinic in South Miami, Florida, today to schedule a consultation, or book an appointment online.

Dr. Georgy Cherkassky is a board-certified neurologist with comprehensive training and experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of neurological conditions. Following his undergraduate major in Psychology at New York's Hunter College, he earned his medical degree from SABA University School of Medicine, followed by a neurology residency at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, where he also completed an advanced fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology. Dr. Cherkassky is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has a strong clinical background in vascular neurology that includes practicing in New Jersey before relocating to Florida. Known for his thorough and patient-centered approach, Dr. Cherkassky is committed to delivering high-quality neurological care with a focus on stroke prevention, cerebrovascular disease, and complex neurological 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.

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. 

Mahsa Pahlavanzadeh, MD, is a Board-Certified Neurologist who specializes in epilepsy.  She has a calm and caring approach with her patients.  She enjoys collaborating with her patients in order to provide them with exceptional medical care.

Dr. Pahlavanzadeh received her medical degree from the University of Kerman School of Medicine.  After receiving her medical degree, Dr. Pahlavanzadeh went on to complete her neurology residency at Virginia Tech Carilion and epilepsy fellowship at the University of Florida School of Medicine.

Dr. Pahlavanzadeh accepts new and established patients at The Neurology Institute in Fort Lauderdale and Sunrise.  

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.

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. 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.