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Dr. Jitesh Kar, MD

Neurology* Age 41
Dr. Jitesh Kar, MD
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Dr. Jitesh Kar, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Huntsville, AL.
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Dr. Jitesh Kar, MD

Neurology* Age 41
Huntsville, AL
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience
Dr. Jitesh Kar, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Huntsville, AL.

About

Dr. Jitesh Kar, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Huntsville, AL and has 17 years experience. They graduated from JJ Group of Hospitals and Grant Medical College in 2007 and completed a residency at Chief Resident - University of Texas at Houston|University of Texas At Houston / Medical School At Houston.They currently practice at Neurology Institute of Huntsville Inc and are affiliated with Huntsville Hospital, Crestwood Medical Center and Marshall Medical Center South. Dr. Kar has experience treating conditions like Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke and Tremor among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kar received an average rating of 3.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 32 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Kar is board certified in Neurology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebrovascular Disease
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Epilepsy
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Low Back Pain
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Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Radiculopathy
Syncope
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
EEG (Electroencephalogram)
Nerve Conduction Studies
Difficulty With Walking
Restless Leg Syndrome
Vitamin B Deficiency
Alzheimer's Disease
Ataxia
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Cerebral Palsy
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Cervical Vertigo
Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
Chronic Pain
Cranial Trauma
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
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Herniated Disc
Inflammatory and Toxic Neuropathy
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Myasthenia Gravis
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Myoclonus
Parkinson's Disease
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Sleep Apnea
Spinal Demyelination
Spinal Stenosis
Temporal Arteritis
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Trigeminal Neuralgia
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Anterior Horn Disease
Aural Migraine
Autonomic Disorders
Bell's Palsy
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Brain Aneurysm
Brain Injury
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Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
Cerebral Embolism
Cerebral Vascular Disease
Chiari Malformation Type 1
Chiari's Deformity
Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuritis
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Concussion
Diplopia
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Dysphagia
Embolic Stroke
Facial Nerve Disorder
Hereditary Amyloidosis
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Incomplete Spinal Cord Syndrome
Insomnia
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Meningitis
Myelomalacia
Optic Neuritis
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pinched Nerve in Back
Polyneuropathy
Post-Concussion Syndrome
Postherpetic Neuralgia
Pseudobulbar Affect
Rasmussen's Syndrome
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Seizure Disorders
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Stiff-Man Syndrome
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Tarlov Cyst
Tension Headache
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Tic Disorders
Transverse Myelitis
Vertigo
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Visual Field Defects
Acute Stroke Management
Botox® for Chronic Migraine
Botox® Injection
Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response Test
Cognitive Function Testing
Compound Muscle Action Potential (CMAP) Scan
Deep Brain Stimulation Evaluation
Dementia Evaluation
Dementia or Depression Screening
EMG (Electromyography)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Evaluation for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
Evoked Potential Test
Functional Movement Screening
Grip and-or Muscle Group Pull Test
Head CT Scan
Home Sleep Study
ImPACT Testing
Lumbar Puncture
Memory Evaluation
Neurological Testing
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Occipital Nerve Block
Peripheral NeuropathyTesting
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Skin Biopsy
Stroke Prevention
Sudoscan
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TCD Bubble Test
Wada Test

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Locations

  1. 1 Neurology Institute of Huntsville
    2006 Franklin St SE Ste 202A, Huntsville, AL 35801
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    Monday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kar
3.0
Based on 32 Reviews
5 Stars (15)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (15)

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Feb 17, 2024
Dr Kar is the most thorough, knowledgeable, and determined neurologist I have seen! He has given me hope for a clear diagnosis and treatment.
Judith Horton — Feb 17, 2024
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Specialties*
Neurology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • JJ Group of Hospitals and Grant Medical College
    2007
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurology
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • New York Medical College/ Metropolitan Hospital Medical Center
    2011
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Chief Resident - University of Texas at Houston|University of Texas At Houston / Medical School At Houston
    2014
Residency Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Jitesh Kar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kar's profile.

Dr. Kar frequently treats the following conditions: Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke and Tremor. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Jitesh Kar, MD is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital, Crestwood Medical Center and Marshall Medical Center South.

Yes, Dr. Jitesh Kar, MD holds board certification in Neurology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Huntsville Hospital

    101 Sivley Rd SW, Huntsville, AL

  • Crestwood Medical Center

    1 Hospital Dr SW, Huntsville, AL

  • Marshall Medical Center South

    2505 US Highway 431, Boaz, AL