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Dr. Mhd Tarek Zakaria, MD

Dr. Mhd Tarek Zakaria, MD

Neurology*

Dr. Mhd Tarek Zakaria, MD is a neurologist in Hollywood, FL. He is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Miramar. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (34 reviews)

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Dr. Zakaria is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Miramar Miramar, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurology.

Dr. Zakaria is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Zakaria specializes in the areas of Clinical Neurophysiology, Epilepsy & Neurology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalStroke Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Zakaria's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zakaria

4.7
34 ratings, 16 with a written review
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Dr. Zakaria is a PHENOMENAL doctor! He saved my husband's life. My husband went from having multiple grand mal seizures daily to being seizure free well over a year now. We had been to so many different doctors but their treatment was unsuccessful. Dr. Zakaria and is team are the best! We highly recommend Dr. Z and have done so. Every person that we have recommended to Dr. Zakaria has thanked us and wished they knew of him sooner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Grace Traynor – Oct 23, 2023
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Exemplary doctor
Dr. Zakaria goes above and beyond for his patients and their families. He took time to listen attentively to our concerns, displaying genuine sympathy and understanding. His knowledge and expertise in the field are evident. His office staff is friendly and efficient. We highly recommend Dr. Zakaria. He is an exceptional healthcare professional.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Katyna S. – Jul 18, 2023
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Excellent
He is the best doctor, I have had epilepsy for 26 years and he has been the only one to give me a new and true solution for my situation. My life improved tremendously after your patient attention.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Catalina M – Mar 10, 2023
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Best doctor
I seen him in 2019 he told me and my mom that I have Cerebral palsyand and now see again this year for zoning out
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 09, 2022
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Excelente
Was very good.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Roberto Reyes – Aug 05, 2022
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Absolute Best Doctor
If I could give him more stars I would do so. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable but he is very kind and compassionate. I wish all of our doctors were like him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Wanda – Aug 02, 2022
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TOP notch doctor and friendly staff
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Enrique M. – Jan 15, 2022
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Dr. Zakaria has got to be the most caring and knowledgeable doctor I have ever met. He spends plenty of time with you and is never in a rush. He has been treating my daughter for the past 3years and I wouldn’t switch to another doctor for anything. Thank you Dr Zakaria for everything...
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Diane in Margate, FL – Dec 19, 2019
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Dr Zakaria has been treating my daughter for several years and I would never trust anyone else with her medical care. He is an amazing doctor with a great, caring staff, especially Chris, Dee and IJ. These women know their stuff and whenever I call, they assist right away. Thank you Dr Zakaria and his staff for all they do for my family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Liz F. in Pembroke Pines, FL – Nov 06, 2018
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Dr. Zakaria has been my neurologist for 3 years & I could not ask for a better physician. Genuine & compassionate, he cares about his patients' well being and is giving of his time & support, seeking the best regimen for them no matter the work. Chris Garcia is the friendly office manager that works in conjunction with Dr. Z. Not only is she cheerful & warm in disposition, but she works sincerely & diligently to solve unique patient concerns. Moreover, she leads an organized & proactive staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Randi U. in Hollywood,FL – Apr 30, 2018
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Dr. Zakaria has been the only doctor able to help treat my mothers migraines. She had suffered for years with no way to help ease the pain or stop the migraines. With Dr. Zakaria’s knowledge and experience he was able to alleviate and help stop the migraines. Highly recommend this passionate and caring doctor!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Ft Lauderdale, FL – Dec 19, 2017
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I was completely amazed when I was let down by this doctor. I still fail to understand what's so hard about getting my first or last name correct when entering the room, or failing to give me the correct information for an overnight EEG. With all the mis-information and communication failures (despite how kind and actually caring this doctor is) I am now stuck with a hilariously large hospital bill for a test that never occurred. Don't fall into the same trap I blindly dove into.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Stuart, FL – Sep 04, 2017
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I truly love that Dr. Z really cares about his patients. He is kind, funny and respectful. I am blessed to have found Dr. Zakaria. My son has epilepsy, the pediatric neurologist was poorly treating my son. They almost poisoned him with the different pills they were prescribing him. . I found Dr. Z via google search. In the first visit he found that my son had tons of issues due to the pills the Neurologist was giving him. We were able to get him the correct help he needed to get better.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Tattyanne in Miami, FL – Mar 28, 2017
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I was a patient of Dr. Zakaria's when he was in Louisville, Ky. I adored him, as did everyone who knew him. He was thorough, compassionate, kind, friendly, an extra good listener, etc. and I trust him completely. When I found he had moved to Fla. I was devastated! I have another neurologist even though I haven't had a seizure in over 2 yrs. He's nice but there will never be another Dr. "Z".
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Phyllis Bartley in Louisville, KY – Mar 23, 2017
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Dr. Zakaria takes time to listen and isn't quick to brush you off- a rarity these days. He's helped me keep my epileptic seizures under control with the right combination of medications.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Sylvia White in Miami Lakes, FL – Jan 14, 2017
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Dr. Zakaria is by far the best nuerologist I have ever dealt with since I was diagnosed with epilepsy 5 years ago (total of 6 doctors). He has an enormous amount of patience and explains everything until you fully understand it. He looks for solutions while also making sure you are okay with the treatment plan. He looks at the patient as a whole and takes all aspects of their life into consideration, also while allowing the patient to be is a part of the decision making.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Krystle Thrasher in Sunrise, FL – Apr 01, 2016
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care philosophy

Memorial Healthcare System physicians provide a comprehensive scope of high-quality medical and surgical services and clinical expertise with an emphasis on patient- and family-centered care.

biography

Medical Director, Epilepsy Program, Memorial Neuroscience Institute

Medical Director, Adult Neurology, Memorial Neuroscience Institute

Dr. Tarek M. Zakaria is a board-certified neurologist who specializes in neurophysiology...
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  • Neurology

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  • Damascus University

    Medical School
  • Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010
  • University Of Cincinnati|university Of Cincinnati / Main Campus

    Residency Hospital, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Clinical Neurophysiology
Epilepsy
Neurology
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Dr. Zakaria is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Memorial Hospital Miramar

      1901 SW 172nd Ave
      Miramar, FL 33029
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Stroke Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in the care and treatment of stroke

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in the care and treatment of stroke

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

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