Samson Mebrahtu, MD

The sciences have always fascinated me. In college, I was intrigued by the idea of studying medicine, especially learning how the human body functions and how the brain and central nervous system work. During my medical training, this interest led me to specialize in neurology.

Taking care of patients in a humane and scientific manner has always been rewarding to me. Steady advances in the understanding of the brain have allowed me to expand my knowledge while helping people.

At NYU Langone, I manage various neurologic conditions, such as seizures, headache, strokes, and memory problems. I also see patients who have neuromuscular conditions such as myasthenia gravis and movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease. In addition, I manage neck pain, back pain, and carpal tunnel syndrome. My subspecialties in neurology are neuromuscular disorders and neurophysiology.

I perform various neurodiagnostic tests, including electromyography, or EMG, which assesses nerve and muscle function; Sudoscan, to measure the health of smaller nerves that control sweat function; and nerve conduction studies, to evaluate impairment in larger nerves. Other studies I offer include electroencephalogram, or EEG, to record electrical activity of the brain, and evoked potential studies, to assess how the brain responds to touch, sight, or sound.

My approach to care is holistic. I thoroughly evaluate patients and talk with them to determine their unique needs and create a personal treatment plan. I also encourage patients to be active participants in their care.