Embolic stroke is a sharp disruption of the regular blood supply to the brain. By the nature of the disorders, there are two main types of stroke, ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. Embolic stroke is a type of ischemic stroke. Embolic strokes occur when there is not enough blood getting to the brain due to blockage or…
The human body is a very delicate thing. It is prone to different diseases that can make your life more difficult. In this article, we want to tell you about one of the most severe accidents that can happen to you and how to test and diagnose the stroke beforehand. A stroke occurs when there…
Tired of headaches? You’re not alone. Headaches impact millions globally. They’re more than just a nuisance – they can disrupt your life. But why do we get them? Headaches happen for various reasons. Stress, poor posture, and even weather changes can trigger them. Sometimes, they’re a sign of something more serious. Comprehending the different types…
Dr Zhao is leaving Lone Star Neurology on December 31st. Click here for more information.
In a world where constant stimulation bombards our senses, our brains often take the brunt of the chaos. But what if we could unlock the secrets that allow our brains not just to function and thrive? Imagine that your brain is like a garden teeming with potential. With the right care and nutrition, it flourishes….
When the blood flow to an individual’s brain is interrupted, the medical emergency that ensues is called a stroke. Without proper blood flow, brain cells begin to die, causing serious symptoms, persistent disability, and sometimes death. In the Dallas region, 1 out of every 2000 individuals will die from one of two types of stroke. There…
Lone Star Neurology, in partnership with others in the Dallas-Ft. Worth community, sponsored the Walk to End Alzheimer’s this past Saturday at The Colony, Texas. The walk raised a total of over $365,000 to lead the way in finding a cure for Alzheimer’s. If you have a loved one who has been afflicted with Alzheimer’s…
5.8 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, and approximately 390,000 of them live in Texas and about 64,000 in the Greater Dallas area alone. Shockingly, Texas ranks fourth in the number of Alzheimer’s disease cases and second in the number of Alzheimer’s disease deaths. What’s more, one in every ten Americans over the age of 65 has Alzheimer’s,…
Most people have a headache from time to time. They simply take an over the counter analgesic or if the pain is mild enough deal with it and go on about their lives. These are the lucky ones. People who suffer from chronic headaches are an entirely different category. For them, headaches are a near…
We are very proud to welcome Kristen Papa PA-C to our Lone Star Neurology team! She joined our practice after moving to Frisco from Florida this fall. Kristen will be working with Dr. Ansari so please help us welcome her to Texas ya’ll.