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Dr. Vinod Abraham, MD

Accepting New Patients

(1343 Ratings)

Specializes in: Neurology (Brain & Spinal Cord Disease)

Calicut Medical College (1994)

Professional interests include: tingling, injuries, tremors, and more.

10 ST PATRICKS DRIVE
Waldorf, MD 20603

(301) 705-7870

Dr. Vinod Abraham, MD is a neurologist in Waldorf, MD specializing in neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). He graduated from Calicut Medical College in 1994 and has 30 years of experience. Dr. Vinod Abraham, MD is affiliated with CalvertHealth, MedStar Health and MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP - SOUTHERN MARYLAND LLC.

Office Locations

Address:

10 ST PATRICKS DRIVE
Waldorf, MD 20603

Address:

130 Hospital Road Suite 303
Prince Frederick, MD 20678

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37767 Market Drive 2nd Floor
Charlotte Hall, MD 20622

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Evoked Potential Test

Evoked potential tests measure the brain's response to different stimuli, namely sight, sound, or sensation. The tests are commonly done to diagnose conditions like multiple sclerosis, migraines, and tumors, such as those in the brainstem or the ear canal. At the beginning of the test, a computer will be connected to the body using wires with patches and sensors, called electrodes. In addition to measuring and recording the body's electrical responses, this machine also shows the location of any nerve damage. There are four types of evoked potential tests:

Visual evoked potential, which tests how the brain reacts to visual stimuli. During the test, electrodes will be applied on the scalp and patients are shown a flashing checkerboard pattern. The electrical signals the patients' brain produces in response to the pattern will be recorded. This test is able to identify issues in the optic nerve and is a helpful tool in diagnosing multiple sclerosis, as optic nerve damage is an early sign of that disease.
Auditory evoked potential, which measures how the brain responds to sound. In this test, the electrodes will be applied on the earlobes and on the scalp. Different sounds, such as clicks and tones, will be played through headphones, and responses to those sounds will be recorded. Aside from hearing loss in children, this test also diagnoses acoustic neuromas, which are noncancerous tumors in the ear canal that affect hearing and balance.
Somatosensory evoked potential, which tests how well the brain communicates with the spinal cord and the rest of the body. Faint electrical signals will be sent through electrodes that are applied on the wrist or the back of the knee. Electrodes on the scalp will measure how long it takes for the brain to receive the signals. This evoked potential test is often used to diagnose multiple sclerosis. In addition, since it can identify spinal cord issues, it may also be given to individuals who experience numbness following a spinal injury.
Motor evoked potential, which measures how the motor pathways function. These pathways deliver signals from the brain and spinal cord to the motor neurons, which are specialized cells directly responsible for controlling muscles. The test uses a device to send magnetic or electrical pulses to any part of the body. Patient response will show if motor neurons can adequately receive signals from the brain and spinal cord. Because this test detects communication issues in the motor pathways, it is used to diagnose multiple sclerosis, as well as to evaluate stroke recovery.

Each test takes between 30 to 60 minutes to complete, and can be done at the doctor's office. Application and removal of the electrodes do not hurt, but since they are placed on the scalp, patients should wash their hair with shampoo and avoid using conditioner or other hair products prior to the test.

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

blood draw	13
doctor visit	712
hospital care	15
injections	54
inpatient care	15
minimally invasive procedures	19
nerve block	34
pain management	35

**Gender**
Male	166
Female	242

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	269
Black	122
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	155
From 75 to 84	117
85 and over	42
Less than 65	94

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	39
Dementia	22
Cancer	11

blood draw	11
doctor visit	732
injections	74
minimally invasive procedures	30
nerve block	43
pain management	44

**Gender**
Male	146
Female	256

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	272
Black	109
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	157
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	49
Less than 65	96

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	42
Dementia	22
Cancer	10

doctor visit	849
injections	83
minimally invasive procedures	34
nerve block	48
pain management	49

**Gender**
Male	388
Female	548

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	626
Black	256
Hispanic	24
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	324
From 75 to 84	304
85 and over	94
Less than 65	214

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	16
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	42
Dementia	20
Cancer	11

doctor visit	806
injections	69
minimally invasive procedures	33
nerve block	35
pain management	36

**Gender**
Male	213
Female	283

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	313
Black	160
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	199
From 75 to 84	151
85 and over	49
Less than 65	97

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	18
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	23
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	45
Dementia	20
Cancer	11

doctor visit	908
injections	69
minimally invasive procedures	38
nerve block	52
pain management	31

**Gender**
Male	229
Female	323

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	347
Black	177
Hispanic	0
Asian	13
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	224
From 75 to 84	174
85 and over	60
Less than 65	94

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	19
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	44
Dementia	21
Cancer	11

doctor visit	1026
injections	95
minimally invasive procedures	58
nerve block	72
pain management	37

**Gender**
Male	244
Female	345

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	351
Black	205
Hispanic	0
Asian	12
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	221
From 75 to 84	194
85 and over	58
Less than 65	116

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	43
Dementia	23
Cancer	12

doctor visit	1136
injections	115
minimally invasive procedures	61
nerve block	95
pain management	54

**Gender**
Male	264
Female	358

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	384
Black	205
Hispanic	0
Asian	11
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	226
From 75 to 84	216
85 and over	86
Less than 65	94

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	41
Dementia	26
Cancer	10

blood draw	23
doctor visit	1073
injections	132
minimally invasive procedures	72
nerve block	100
pain management	60

**Gender**
Male	256
Female	328

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	329
Black	220
Hispanic	0
Asian	15
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	221
From 75 to 84	205
85 and over	72
Less than 65	86

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	44
Dementia	23
Cancer	10

blood draw	57
doctor visit	2320
injections	221
minimally invasive procedures	175
nerve block	64
pain management	46

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vinod Abraham, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Vinod Abraham, MD treated as a neurologist in Waldorf, MD were injections, nerve block, minimally invasive procedures and pain management.

blood draw	26
doctor visit	1064
hospital care	15
injections	101
inpatient care	15
minimally invasive procedures	57
nerve block	60
pain management	43

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vinod Abraham, MD.

**Gender**
Male	190
Female	268

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	145
Asian / Pacific Islander	5
Non-Hispanic White	289
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	2
Other	1

**Age**
75 to 84	146
85 and over	51
Less than 65	89
65 to 74	172

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vinod Abraham, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Vinod Abraham, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	34
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	8
Dementia	17

Education & Training

Dr. Vinod Abraham, MD graduated from Calicut Medical College in 1994. He completed residency at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Neurology and has a state license in Maryland.

Medical School: Calicut Medical College (1994)

Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Affiliated Hospitals (2004)

Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Neurology

Licensed In: Maryland

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Vinod Abraham, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

CalvertHealth

MedStar Health

MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP - SOUTHERN MARYLAND LLC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Vinod Abraham, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 1343 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Vinod Abraham, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Waldorf, MD.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-07-23