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Dr. Rassan M. Tarabein, M.D.

Neurologist

Dr. Rassan M. Tarabein is a Top Doctor in America and a World Leading Physician. He is a board-certified neurologist and spinal interventionist with a unique interest in the field of stem cell & gene therapies. Dr. Tarabein is an expert who changed the lives of his patients to the best possible through his designated cause and expertise in his field; he is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare with unwavering commitment and passion for enhancing patient quality of life for everybody he cares for. He embodies the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. Dr. Tarabein is a true asset to the world who redefined the standards of healthcare.
41 years Experience
Dr. Rassan M. Tarabein, M.D.
  • Fairhope, AL
  • Univ of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria
  • Not accepting new patients

How do I get rid of numbness in my arm?

This can mean a wide range of diagnoses, only a few can be serious. A thorough neurological examination by a neurologist is needed.

Is a deep tissue massage good for pinched nerve?

It can help with temporary pain relief, but never cures it.

How long does psychotherapy take to work for depression?

Professional & Competant psychotherapy should work within the time frame promised by the therapist.

Does nerve tingling go away on its own?

Only if it is caused by intoxicants (like alcohol)





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Do certain foods lead to dementia?

The only specific food that was found to cause dementia was Cycads which grows in Guam and is implicated in causing severe types of dementia, like Huntington & PD ...

Is Parkinson's disease curable?

No cure yet, hopes are in the stem cell research, pilot studies are somewhat encouraging.

My sister is having a lot of headaches that aren't subsiding with any medicine. What should we do?

Neurological examination and work up is strongly advised when dealing with any headaches, especially refractory ones.

Advise that she sees neurologist asap.

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Why is my mother complaining of hand shivering?

There is a long list of causes of hand shivering, How old is she? For how long she’s been having that? What makes it worse? Or better? Any postural troubles? Gait troubles ……etc. Certainly READ MORE
There is a long list of causes of hand shivering,
How old is she?
For how long she’s been having that?
What makes it worse? Or better?
Any postural troubles?
Gait troubles ……etc.
Certainly needs an evaluation and neuro-exam by a competent neurologist.

I am experiencing dizziness for the past week. Should I go for an MRI?

Yes, but first a neurological exam would be the best start.

My speech has started to slur after a fall I had. Could it be a temporary issue?

Probably, or a CNS vascular event just coincided with the fall, neuro-exam and brain MRI would be the best start.

I am unable to sleep well. Is it safe to have sleeping pills?

Not every night, so that you'll not build physical dependance

Awake during brain surgery?

yes it is true, in some surgeries patients need to convey what type of sensations they feel for more surgical precision.

Explain spinal fusion?

Correct, neck has 7 vertebrae, if 2 are fused, then she's down to only 6, 5 of them regular size and one is double height, they don't move anymore.

Parkinsons does not show up

PD "Parkinson's disease is a clinical diagnosis, but it often is seen on MRI as the SN "Substantia Nigra" loses its pigments and the midbrain becomes disfigured.

MRI brain shows some white spots. What does it mean?

How old is she? What is the pattern of those spots? Are they on MRI T1, T2, or both?

Can sudden asphyxia cause brain injury in a child?

Yes it does, the magnitude of such damage is proportionate to the degree and duration of asphyxia, newborns have better odds of recovery than children or adults, a thorough neurological READ MORE
Yes it does, the magnitude of such damage is proportionate to the degree and duration of asphyxia, newborns have better odds of recovery than children or adults, a thorough neurological work-up with serial ultrasound would be of value to stay ahead of the curve, especially seizures.

My son is autistic and reacts violently to certain triggers. How can I help him?

1st: Avoid the triggers all together, 2nd: A child behavioral psychologist should be able to help with different techniques to taper his reaction down. I've seen many successes READ MORE
1st: Avoid the triggers all together, 2nd: A child behavioral psychologist should be able to help with different techniques to taper his reaction down. I've seen many successes myself in this regards. Meds would be the last resort.

Can there be tremors in the hand due to nervous disorder?

Although symptoms seem typical for Parkinson plus syndrome, yet; list of other possible causes of such symptoms could be a long one, neurological evaluation should be the start, READ MORE
Although symptoms seem typical for Parkinson plus syndrome, yet; list of other possible causes of such symptoms could be a long one, neurological evaluation should be the start, brain MRI and lab work, especially Mg & Ca is of help.