Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Infant 0-2
- Child 3-12
- Adolescent 13-17
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- Farsi
- English
In-Network Plans
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MaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Payam Mohassel
Professional Titles
- Co-Director of the Myositis Center
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Neurology
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Neurologist Payam Mohassel specializes in myopathies, muscular dystrophies, and other hereditary neuromuscular disorders and is the co-director of the Johns Hopkins Myositis Center.
Dr. Mohassel obtained his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he remained for a medical internship, residency training in neurology, and clinical fellowship training in neuromuscular medicine. He then joined the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke Neurogenetics branch as a clinical research fellow.
Dr. Mohassel’s research focuses on translational studies on neuromuscular disorders, and it spans gene discovery efforts, mechanistic studies to identify therapeutic targets, and early phase interventional clinical trials.
Centers and Institutes
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Research Interests
translational studies on neuromuscular disorders
Locations
- Levi Watkins, Jr., M.D., Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Baltimore, MD 21287
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-955-9441
- fax: 410-955-6402
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- 4940 Eastern Avenue, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 5, Baltimore, MD 21224
- Get Directions
- phone: 443-997-1552
- fax: 410-550-1033
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Neuromuscular Medicine, 2014
- Residency: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Neurology, 2013
- Medical Education: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, MD, 2009
Board Certifications
- Neuromuscular Medicine: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2016
- Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2014
Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
51 ratings, 29 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
He was very kind in answering all the questions I asked him about my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
Diligent, invested
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Dr. Mohassel is GREAT! Thorough & listens. Sound guidance and recommendations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Always prepared for the appointment. Encourages two way communication. Makes sure questions are answered
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Dr. Mohassel listened to my concerns and took them seriously. We discussed the best path forward for treatment. It was a great experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr. Mohassel is courteus and through. Spent more time with me than most MD;s would.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr Mohassel was careful to ensure all of my questions were thoroughly answered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Dr. Mohassel takes the time to listen and explains things so clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Excellent. Very knowledgeable. Friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Dr, Mohassel gave me excellent feedback about my health and was very friendly! Outstanding doctor!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
Very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Dr. Mohassel is a very caring, intelligent and very personable doctor. You can tell he wants to give you the best care possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
I consider myself quite fortunate to be able to see Dr. Mohassel. He is top notch in his field, extremely professional and compassionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Excellent provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
It was first time I met the provider and it was an excellent visit, much better than any other visits I have had with respect to my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Dr. Mohassel is very good at listening and providing me with the latest clinical trial information. I appreciate his positive attitude and how he makes me feel about how I am doing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
After meeting with Dr Mohassel, I feel confident he and his team will find the answers Barrows Neurological, Mayo Clinic, and LSU/Oshner had difficulty finding .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2025
My provider was very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Always pleasant, always helpful, always on time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
I have seen this doctor regularly for almost two years. He has been very involved and interested in my case and has given me opportunities to help make decisions on my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
He is a very nice and very professional person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Dr. Mohassel is a very professional and knowledgeable doctor. He listens well and also explains things.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Dr. Mohassel is very thorough and caring. He spent a lot of time with me. I am grateful to have him as my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Dr Mohassel is an outstanding physician. Instead of assuming that the diagnosis of IBS was correct, he asked numerous questions and determined that I might have MD2. His care definitely exceeded expectations. In addition, Dr Mohassel was caring, patient, and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Dr Mohassel is a kind compassionate physician. He listens to the patient/patient family and involves them in decision making for their care as appropriate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Dr. PAYAM IS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE, he is easy to talk to and made sure I understood about my dx and tx.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Dr. Mohassel is a wonderful addition to the Myositis Center. He is knowledgeable and thorough and did a great job with my questions.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2025
Dr Mohassel is a great neurologist
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2025
The best!