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Dr. Nabil Wees, MD

Accepting New Patients

(4 Ratings)

Specializes in: Vascular Neurology

University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine

Professional interests include: stroke, carotid artery disease, carotid duplex ultrasound, and more.

25 Michigan Street NE Suite 6100
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 267-7900

Dr. Nabil Wees, MD is a vascular neurologist in Grand Rapids, MI specializing in vascular neurology. He graduated from University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Nabil Wees, MD is affiliated with Corewell Health and SPECTRUM HEALTH PRIMARY CARE PARTNERS.

Office Locations

Address:

25 Michigan Street NE Suite 6100
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Some issues Dr. Nabil Wees, MD can help you with:

Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is ruptured or blocked. The brain cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, so when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, even for a brief moment, brain cells begin to die. When a sufficient number of brain cells die, the brain itself can no longer function, meaning that strokes are very dangerous. Strokes can result in impaired movement, speech, cognitive ability, the impairment of important physical functions, and even death.

Anyone can have a stroke, regardless of age and health. Strokes are known to happen at random. However, certain conditions and behaviors can increase one's risk of stroke over time.

Risk factors for stroke include:

Heart disease
Older age
Smoking
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High blood cholesterol and lipids

There are two main types of stroke: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke occurs more commonly and is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Blockages are caused by blood clots and built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol), which leads to atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden. The resultant restricted blood flow may lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking essential oxygen to the brain, causing the heart to exert more effort to pump blood.

Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures. The burst vessel leaks blood into surrounding brain tissue, causing irreparable brain damage.

Hemorrhagic strokes are less common and may occur from head injuries, brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and bleeding disorders, amongst other conditions.

Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require immediate medical treatment. Medical intervention can prevent severe and life-threatening brain damage. Signs of stroke include:

-Disorientation or confusion

-Difficulty speaking

-Difficulty walking

-Impaired vision

-Weakness in the face, legs, or arms

-Severe headaches

When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Treatment begins generally immediately if a stroke is detected.

Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed by inserting a catheter (thin needle) into the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.

Hemorrhagic strokes are treated with blood-saving medication and surgery. For a hemorrhagic stroke caused by the rupture of an aneurysm (blood vessel bulges), surgery to stem the bleeding aneurysm and vessel may be used. One surgical technique is stent-assisted coiling, which adds a stent (small wire-meshed tube) into the blood vessel to block the leaking opening of the aneurysm. A non-surgical procedure is endovascular coiling, where a catheter (thin, hollow needle) places a platinum wire coil at the spot of the aneurysm. The coil blocks bleeding and prevents the aneurysm from continuing to leak blood. These procedures are usually combined with blood-thickening medications. Blood transfusions may be administered if substantial blood loss has occurred.

Since stroke patients may have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brains was obstructed, both ischemic stroke and hemorrhage stroke patients may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, stroke rehabilitation can last for years.

If someone begins to show signs of stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to help avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.

hospital care	122
inpatient care	122

**Gender**
Male	65
Female	57

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	99
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	40
From 75 to 84	30
85 and over	28
Less than 65	24

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	75
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	48
Chronic Kidney Disease	55
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	34
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	39
Dementia	30
Cancer	11

doctor visit	79
hospital care	342
inpatient care	342

**Gender**
Male	165
Female	175

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	296
Black	26
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	111
From 75 to 84	107
85 and over	72
Less than 65	50

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	73
Ischemic Heart Disease	58
Depression	50
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	33
Heart Failure	44
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	47
Dementia	33
Cancer	12

doctor visit	68
hospital care	153
inpatient care	153

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	123

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	184
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	45
Less than 65	28

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	75
Ischemic Heart Disease	57
Depression	51
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	37
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	46
Dementia	33
Cancer	13

doctor visit	65
hospital care	252
inpatient care	252

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2018 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nabil Wees, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Nabil Wees, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Grand Rapids, MI were hospital care and inpatient care.

doctor visit	71
hospital care	217
inpatient care	217

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2018 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nabil Wees, MD.

**Gender**
Female	35
Male	32

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	4
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	57
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	14
75 to 84	20
Less than 65	10
65 to 74	22

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nabil Wees, MD From 2018 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nabil Wees, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, stroke and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	22
High Cholesterol	22
Stroke	22
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	2
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	13
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Cancer	3
Dementia	9

Education & Training

Dr. Nabil Wees, MD graduated from University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine. He completed residency at Medical College of Georgia Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Board Certification: Vascular Neurology and has a state license in Georgia.

Medical School: University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine

Residency: Medical College of Georgia Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Board Certification: Vascular Neurology

Licensed In: Georgia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Nabil Wees, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Corewell Health

SPECTRUM HEALTH PRIMARY CARE PARTNERS

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Nabil Wees, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.75 out of 5 stars based on 4 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Nabil Wees, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Grand Rapids, MI.

4.75

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-04-19

Patient verified via Press Ganey

IT WAS VERY GOOD, DR WEES WENT OVER EVERYTHING VERY THOROUGHLY & ANSWERED ALL MY QUESTIONS. HIS CONCERN FOR MY HEALTH SEEMED VERY GENUINE.

Overall Rating: 4.0 2022-01-03

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Dr Wees is a good listener. He is very perceptive. He is focused on the purpose of the visit.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2021-12-22

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Very please that Dr Weis knew my complete medical history

Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-03-29

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Very good

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Nabil Wees, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$660 Solitaire $660
UCB, Inc.	$354 Vimpat $354
Abbott Laboratories	$300 AMPLATZER Occluders $300
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.	$241 APTIOM $241
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$81 Nuedexta $81
Other	$278 Fycompa $48	BOTOX $34	Gilenya $26	ONFI $25	Botox Therapeutic $23	Other $121

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,018
Travel and Lodging	$596
Consulting Fee	$300

Biography

Dr. Nabil Wees' area of specialization is vascular neurology. Clinical interests for Dr. Wees include carotid artery disease, stroke, and vascular dementia. He has a 4.5 out of 5 star average patient rating. Dr. Wees attended medical school at the University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine. His medical residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Wees is affiliated with Corewell Health. His practice in Grand Rapids, MI is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com.