Dr. Shimellis Alemayehu, MD | Lanham, MD | Neurologist

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Dr. Shimellis Alemayehu specializes in neurology and sleep medicine, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Addis Ababa University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Maryland Medical System. With 42 years of dedicated experience in neurological care, Dr. Alemayehu provides comprehensive treatment for complex neurological conditions. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Alemayehu is affiliated with Luminis Health Doctors Community Hospital and practices in Lanham, Maryland. His clinical expertise includes treating epilepsy and various types of seizures, including focal seizures. He performs electroencephalogram testing to diagnose neurological conditions and incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient treatment plans. Patients have given Dr. Alemayehu an average rating of 3.9 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.9

16 Ratings
42 years of experience
40 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Of Maryland Medical System
6 written reviews
2 specialties
16 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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Dr. Alemayehu is a great doctor with excellent bedside manner for seniors. Unfortunately I can't say that about his staff. His administrative team hardly answers the phone nor return phone calls. How are we to communicate to them to schedule appointments, retrieve medical records or any additional information? Your doctor is as good as it's staff and this doctor needs to strong consider hiring new staff or they will be part of his demise as a descent doctor. You all need to do better!

July 11th, 2023

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I have been trying to get in tour with these folks for a while now. I am in desperate need medical records from them and no one will answer the phone! Does anyone know how to get in touch with this office????

August 19th, 2020

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Staff wont pick up the phone.

September 23rd, 2019

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I would certainly recommend Dr. Alemayehu. We're often reminded how important first impressions are and in my first visit to see him for and with a relative previously diagnosed with MCI, he was professional, knowledgeable, a good communicator, patient, kind - things one needs to experience when dealing with such a sad diagnosis. Everyone on his staff was very helpful, too.

September 6th, 2017

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Dr. Alemayehu has the best bedside manner. He treats my mom for Alzheimer's and I love the way he interacts with her. He's very patient and he does a great job of keeping her calm. At the same time, he educates us on how to care for her and what changes to expect. You feel calmer as soon as he starts to interact with you. The not so great part though is that he's really slow and not great at returning calls (but he responds to whatever you called about). The tradeoff is that you never feel rushed with him (maybe scheduling should be adjusted) Our bottom line is the way he interacts with my mom. is amazing. So, although we're busy too, we wouldn't consider looking for another doctor. He's great!

October 22nd, 2015

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He is the best neurologist I've had since being diagnosed with MS.... His bed side manner is top notch. He cares and it's evident by the time he spend with each patient... Sometimes I have to wait a little longer but I know he will give me the same attention and time when its my turn....

June 23rd, 2015

Lanham Neuroscience Center Llc

9841 Greenbelt Rd Ste 206Lanham, MD 20706

Tel: (301) 552-0008

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Luminis Health Doctors Community Hospital

8118 Good Luck RdLanham, MD 20706

Tel: (301) 552-8118


Dr. Shimellis Alemayehu, MD	Shengyun Li, PhD, MD	Dr. Ausim Chaghtai, MD	Dr. Jody Ellen Green, MD
Neurology	Neurology	Neurology	Anesthesiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (16 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	5 (1 Rating)
42 Years of Experience		11 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Mandarin	Speaks English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, Spanish
Lanham , MD	Gaithersburg , MD	Rockville , MD	Silver Spring , MD
Med School: Addis Ababa University Faculty Of Medicine		Med School: St. George’s University Doctor of Medicine	Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
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Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2026, Active

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Addis Ababa University Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Where is Dr. Shimellis Alemayehu's office located?: Dr. Shimellis Alemayehu's office is located at 9841 Greenbelt Rd Ste 206, Lanham, MD, 20706.
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What languages does Dr. Shimellis Alemayehu speak?: Dr. Shimellis Alemayehu speaks English.

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