Kaneez Zahra, MDNeurology in Baltimore, MD

Kaneez Zahra, MD, is a fellowship-trained, board-certified, experienced neurologist at Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Zahra diagnoses, treats and manages disorders of the brain, spine and nervous system, including stroke, Parkinson's disease, fibromyalgia, headaches, dementia, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and more. She provides the latest in medication therapy and therapeutics. Schedule a consultation to learn more.

She starts by listening to better understand your and your concerns. Then, Dr. Zahra works with you to create a neurological care plan to help improve your health. As a neurologist, Dr. Zahra provides care for many brain, spine and nerve conditions and specializes in movement disorders. From your first consultation and throughout your follow-up care, we'll connect you to neurorehabilitation services to support your recovery, if needed.

Dr. Zahra is fellowship-trained in neurology specializing in movement disorders having completed her fellowship at the University of Maryland after finishing her neurology residency at Prisma Health-Upstate/University of South Carolina. She brings advanced expertise in the diagnosis and management of Parkinson's disease, tremors, dystonia, and other complex neurological conditions.

Dr. Zahra earned her medical degree from Punjab Medical College in Pakistan and pursued additional research training through the Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. She also completed observerships at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, and the University of Maryland Medical Center, further enriching her clinical background.

Alongside her clinical work, Dr. Zahra has contributed considerably to research, with multiple peer-reviewed publications, a funded study, and presentations at national and international conferences. Her research interests have included stroke, neurocritical care, intracerebral hemorrhage, and movement disorders.

An active member of the American Academy of Neurology and the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society, Dr. Zahra is deeply committed to advancing her field and providing compassionate, patient-centered care.