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Abdullah Zahi  AlQahtani

Abdullah Zahi AlQahtani, MD, MPH

Neuromuscular Medicine

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 3-12
  • Adolescent 13-17
  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • Arabic
  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Abdullah Zahi AlQahtani

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Neurology

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Abdullah AlQahtani specializes in inherited and noninherited neuromuscular neurological diseases. 

Dr. AlQahtani obtained his medical degree from the King Saud University in Saudi Arabia. He also completed an internship and earned a master’s degree in public health from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and he obtained residency training in neurology at the University Hospitals of Cleveland-Case Western Reserve University and the Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. After completing a neuromuscular fellowship at Case Western Reserve University, Dr. AlQahtani joined the neurogenetics branch of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. He worked on natural history studies of disease progression and phenotype-genotype correlation. 

His research focuses on the identification of biomarkers of disease progression in neuromuscular diseases.

Research Interests

Biomarker discovery of disease progression in spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy. Neuromuscular ultrasound parameters

Selected Publications

  • Abdullah Alqahtani, Angela Kokkinis, Christine Zizzi, Nuran Dilek, Kenneth H. Fischbeck, ChadR. Heatwole, Christopher Grunseich Neurol Clin Pract Dec 2023, 13 (6) e200213; DOI:10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200213

  • Elkasaby M, Alqahtani A, Shaikh A. Ocular Palatal Tremor with Face “Twitches”. J Neuroopthalmol. 2022 Dec 1;42(4). Epub 2021

Honors

President's Research Initiative Award, The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine, 11/1/23

Lectures & Presentations

  • Neuromuscular ultrasound in slowly Progressing MND, oral presentation, NINDS, Bethesda, MD
  • the Quality of Life Study, oral presentation, The Kennedy Disease Conference

Memberships

  • American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine
  • The American Academy of Neurology

Locations

  1. Levi Watkins, Jr., M.D., Outpatient Center
  2. Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
    • 4940 Eastern Avenue, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 5, Baltimore, MD 21224
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: National Institutes of Health, Neurogenetics, 2023
  • Fellowship: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Neuromuscular Medicine, 2020
  • Residency: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Neurology, 2019
  • Graduate School: University of Miami, Master of Public Health, MPH, 2015
  • Medical Education: King Saud University College of Medicine, MD, 2011

Board Certifications

  • Neuromuscular Medicine: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2020
  • Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2019

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

128 ratings, 56 reviews

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/17/2026

    Very good doctor. Interested in my concerns and offered helpful advice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2026

    He's great. Takes his time. E plains everything. Really like this doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    Very competent and empathetic

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    Very friendly and informative

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/3/2026

    Always start on time , are though, answers any and all questions, excellent doctor.It is always informative.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    He was so kind And knowledgeable about my disease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    Doctor did not make me feel rushed. Took his time in answering my questions. He actually escorted me to the examine room himself as it was very busy.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    Very friendly, knowledgeable,, paciente and a great listener!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2026

    The doctor has gone over and above to assist my husband. He never gives up on trying every method possible to resolve his issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    Very kind and helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Dr A, very caring, knowledgable and spends the time to make you he explains everything and listens to what you want to say.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    The appointment was a routine six month checkup...conducted on line. The doctor was quick, professional, and friendly. We have established a medical relationship, and I trust his judgement.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Professional and friendly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Excellent doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Dr. Alqahtani took over for my previous neurologist, [staff], a few years ago, and the transition has been a lot better than I would have imagined at the time, as I had much respect for [staff] and was uncomfortable having to move on from her. But Dr. Alqahtani has made the change as seamless as one could hope for.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    Excellent, caring physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Excellent physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Very patient and empathetic doctor. Very knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    I really appreciate Dr Alqahtani's patience and willingness to help me understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Very caring, informative, answered all of my questions gave information so I could make a follow up appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    Professional, clear, very nice, answered all my questions, did not rush all in all excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Best physician I have had for this diagnosis.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Dr. Alqahtani is very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Extremely competent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Dr. Alqahtani is an excellent communicator, very knowledgeable, compassionate and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    Dr. Alqahtani was courteous, respectful, and patient. He seemed to take genuine interest in my issues and concerns, and he listened carefully and thoughtfully to my responses. I am a physician, and I was impressed with the doctor's careful and methodical history-taking and his patient and deliberate analysis. He took the time to explain his thought process and his recommendations, and made sure to address any other questions and uncertainties that I had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    Dr Alqahtani is the best. I'm very happy that he is caring for me and my concerns about my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Very pleased with my Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Very pleased with the level of care I receive. Very reassuring!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    Very professional and knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Dr Alqahtani was kind, caring, attentive, knowledgeable and a good listener

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Provider was prompt on ordering needed testing. He took time to explain testing, results and plan of treatment. Prompt on ordering my medication.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    Thoroughly answers all questions and very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    Empathetic and very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    Knowledgeable, concerned about me, listen to me, Really like this Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Great...

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    Thorough, patient, and knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    The doctor is very knowledgeable about my unique condition and the state of research being done to find a treatment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    My provider is great the doctor he's excellent he takes his time. He listens to what I have to say and he cares about my well-being.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Dr. Alqahtani was very patient and listened to my few concerns. I left the video visit feeling good about how it went and how things will proceed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    The provider was very excellent. He and I had a wonderful discussion about my health issue.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    An excellent replacement choice for [staff]!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Dr alqahtani was excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/3/2025

    Excellent bedside manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/14/2025

    Fantastic physician & source of comfort & education for me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/13/2025

    I feel blessed that I was able to get an appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/13/2025

    Very friendly and honest

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    I felt completely comfortable in Drs.care. He was kind, thoughtful and helpful with my dx.and gave explicit instructions for my medication regimen.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Made Suggestions, very professional, explain things in detail, and friendly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    Listens with respect, asks good questions, provides good info for my decisions, even sought to find the location for referrals. Makes referrals promptly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    Dr Alqahtani is professional, caring and empathetic

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2025

    Dr Alqahtani is excellent. Caring , thorough, smart

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/16/2025

    We have tremendous respect and admiration for Dr. Alqahtani. He is brilliant, genuine, and extremely caring.