Ayesha Sana Ahmad, MD| Neurology | MedStar Health
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Ayesha Sana Ahmad

Ayesha Sana Ahmad, MD
Provider is directly employed by MedStar Health

4.9 out of 5 (120 reviews)

Specialties: Neurology

Languages: English, Urdu

410-354-7942

About me

Ayesha Ahmad, MD, has joined MedStar Health as a headache neurologist for the department of Neurology. A vital member of the world-class team of MedStar Health neurology experts, Dr. Ahmad takes a patient-centered approach to care, connecting to each patient as she develops tailored treatment plans. She is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and is a member of the American Headache Society and the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Ahmad, whose work is published in a variety of peer-reviewed journals, is a frequent presenter at industry conferences and events.

Dr. Ahmad’s areas of special interest include:

  • Cluster headache
  • Migraine
  • Facial pain
  • Headache
  • Tension-type headache
  • Trigeminal neuralgia
  • Botox for chronic migraine
  • Nerve block

Clinical areas of focus

  • Chronic Headache Treatment
  • Cluster Headache
  • Facial Pain
  • Migraine
  • Nerve Block
  • Tension Type Headache
  • Trigeminal Neuralgia
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Conditions and procedures

Conditions I treat

  • Abnormal Movements
  • Acute Disseminated Demyelination
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
  • Brain Disorders
  • Cluster Headache
  • Cognitive Function Disorders
  • Convulsions
  • Degenerative Diseases Of Nervous System
  • Dementia
  • Demyelinating Diseases Of Central Nervous System
  • Dystonia
  • Epilepsy And Seizures
  • Extrapyramidal And Movement Disorders
  • Facial Nerve Disorder
  • Facial Pain
  • Falls And Gait Disorders
  • Gait And Balance Problems
  • Head Injury
  • Headache
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Intracerebral Hemorrhage
  • Ischemic Stroke
  • Migraine
  • Migraine With Aura
  • Mixed Tension Migraine
  • Myoneural Disorders
  • Myopathies
  • Narcolepsy
  • Nervous And Musculoskeletal Symptoms
  • Nervous System Disorders
  • Neurodegeneration
  • Neuropathic Pain
  • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
  • Occipital Neuralgia
  • Ocular Myasthenia Gravis
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Sensory Neuropathy
  • Spinal Muscular Atrophy And Related Syndromes
  • Sports Concussion
  • Tension Type Headache
  • Transient Cerebral Ischemic Attacks
  • Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
  • Trigeminal Neuralgia
  • Vertigo
  • Vestibular Disorders
  • Vestibular Neuritis
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Procedures I perform

  • Balance And Coordination Training
  • Botox Injection For Migraines
  • Chemodenervation Of Muscle
  • Chronic Headache Treatment
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Dementia Treatment
  • Electrical Nerve Stimulation
  • Electromyography
  • Headache Infusion Therapy
  • Median Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Migraine Infusion Therapy
  • Muscle Biopsy
  • Nerve Block
  • Neurodegenerative Disease Treatment
  • Neuropsychological Testing
  • Seizure Treatment
  • Stroke Management
  • Tension Headache Treatment
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Practice locations

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5454 Wisconsin Ave
Ste 1100
Chevy Chase, MD, 20815

301-215-9420
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miles away

Fax 877-245-1499

Insurance

This list represents the major payors accepted by MedStar Health.

NOTE: Payor contracts change and not all plans associated with a payor may be covered. Payors may offer multiple plans. If you have a question related to your insurance, please contact your insurance plan directly. Contact information is located on your health insurance ID card.

*Denotes limited participation. Specific providers and practices may NOT be participating. Please contact your insurance plan directly.

  • List of insurance plans we accept
    • Aetna
    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland
    • Cigna Health Care
    • Kaiser Permanente*
    • MedStar Select (Administered by CareFirst)
    • United HealthCare
    • Aetna
    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland
    • Healthspring
    • Humana
    • Medicare & Railroad Medicare
    • United HealthCare
    • Aetna Better Health of Maryland *
    • Medical Assistance/Medicaid
    • MedStar Family Choice MD
    • Priority Partners *
    • United HealthCare Community Health Plan MD
    • Wellpoint MD
    • AmeriHealth Caritas
    • Health Services For Children With Special Needs (HSCSN)
    • Medical Assistance/Medicaid
    • MedStar Family Choice DC
    • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs *
    • Johns Hopkins US Family Health Plan *
    • MultiPlan
    • Private Healthcare Systems
    • Tricare/Humana Military
    • VA Community Care Network (VACCN)

Education

Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurology

Fellowship: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (2021)

Residency: Henry Ford Hospital (2019)

Medical School: Drexel University (2015)

Ratings and reviews

  • Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

    4.9
  • Extent to which the care provider listened to you

    4.9
  • Care provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

    4.9
  • Provider included you in decisions

    4.9
  • Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

    4.9
  • Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

    4.9
  • Jun 5, 2026

    Great experience. Was attentive and reassuring.

  • May 21, 2026

    I'm so glad I have Dr. Ahmad as my doctor. She is knowledgeable, caring and professional. Since meeting with her, my symptoms have declined and I'mSo grateful for her! Please let her know this.

  • Mar 3, 2026

    Dr Ahmad is very good at listening and asking probing questions to maximize her ability to treat my symptoms.