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Ihtsham Ul Haq

Ihtsham Ul Haq, MD

Movement Disorders NeurologyNeurology

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Young Adults (ages 19-26)
  • Adults
  • Geriatrics (ages 70+)

Languages

  • English
  • Urdu

About Ihtsham Ul Haq

Roles

Professor of Neurology
Chief, Movement Disorders Division

Areas of Expertise

Movement Disorders, Tremor, Parkinson's disease, Parkinson’s-plus syndromes (Lewy Body Dementia, Corticobasal Degeneration, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Multiple Systems Atrophy), Dystonia, Essential Tremor, Tourette syndrome (adults), Ataxia, Chorea, non-epileptic myoclonus, and Deep Brain Simulation (DBS), Focused Ultrasound (Tremors)

Clinical Centers & Programs

Parkinson Foundation

Research Interests

His overall research interest has been in understanding and improving the care of patients with movement disorders, with a focus on technology and brain circuitry. He has been funded by the National Institute of Health, Parkinson’s Foundation, and Smallwood Foundation, as well as partnering with industry to bring better treatments to patients. His NIH funded research has included work on both common (Parkinson’s & Alzheimer’s disease) and rare disorders (ATP1A3 post-infancy onset dystonia syndrome, or Rapid-onset Dystonia Parkinsonism). He has been performing Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgeries since 2006 and has been part of pioneering efforts to improve targeting, increase the types of devices available to patients, and expand the number of diseases that treated by the technique. In addition to using DBS to treat Parkinson’s disease, Essential Tremor, and Dystonia, he has used it to treat patients with medication-refractory Tourette’s syndrome and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Dr. Haq has also worked to advance the success of clinical trials, and shortly after being selected to the NIH Clinical Trial Methodology Course in 2017, served as the CoPI of the Wake Forest site for the NIH Network for Excellence in Neuroscience Clinical Trials (NeuroNext). 

Honors and Awards

Dr. Haq is a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology and was selected to its Emerging Leaders Program in 2015. He currently serves on the AAN’s Quality committee. Dr. Haq is also a member of the International Movement Disorders Society, Parkinson’s Study Group, and also serves on the Neurosciences Steering Board of the Epic electronic health record, working to define best EMR practices in the Neurosciences

Biography

Dr. Haq graduated from Columbia University with degrees in Bioengineering and in Philosophy. He completed his Neurology residency training at Georgetown University and his fellowship training at the University of Florida’s Movement Disorders & Neuro-restoration program at the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases. He was previously Associate Professor at the Wake Forest School of Medicine in the Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery before taking his current position as Division Chief at Miami in 2020. 

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    Education

    • Fellowship: Shands Hospital, UF, Gainesvile FL, Movement Disorders, 2009
    • Residency: Georgetown University Hospital, Neurology, 2006
    • Internship: Staten Island University Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2003
    • Medical School: SUNY Downstate Health Science Center at Brooklyn, 2002

    Board Certifications

    • Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

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    • BCBS Blue Options-Network Blue-PPO
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    • BCBS BlueChoice PPC-PPO
    • BCBS Miami Dade Blue-PPO
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.9 out of 5

    271 ratings, 52 reviews

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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/20/2026

      On this visit we also saw Dr. Pryanka Itit(?). Like Dr. Haq, she was kind and thorough.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/12/2026

      Made me feel comfortable about the medical diagnosis and next steps.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/11/2026

      Excellent service

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/4/2026

      Superb experience, thank you

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/7/2026

      Blessed to have such a wonderful Physician!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/19/2025

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/12/2025

      Always excellent care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/23/2025

      Excellent doctors!!! 😁👍

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/20/2025

      Dr.H

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/3/2025

      Dr Haq is warm, caring , professional, and extremely knowledgeable. I am forever grateful to him for his care and I have total confidence in his judgment.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/29/2025

      I was recommended to Dr. Had by a co-worker and in all honesty I will refer any patients to him for a professional attention in regards to Neurological issues.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/15/2025

      Dr. Haq’s knowledge of movement disorders is paramount.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/26/2025

      Dr Haq showed such empathy and respect for me and my health situation.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/25/2025

      Happily recommend

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/7/2025

      So happy to get appointments w Dr Haq. He is excellent in all ways!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/2/2025

      Everything was explained well

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/1/2025

      My experience with a provider was outstanding. Thank you for your great care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/23/2025

      As a Parkinson's patient, I have to say that access to treatment at the University of Miami under the care of Dr. Haq was and is extremely important for me to be able to move forward in this new cycle of my life. Thank you

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/20/2025

      Great neurologist

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/19/2025

      I wanted a second opinion about my mom’s care with Parkinson’s and I waited patiently to get an appointment with Dr. Haq and I wasn’t disappointed. I’ve never seen a doctor that takes the time to meet with a patient. It doesn’t matter how long the appointment takes, he stays until the end. Dedicating his time and care of my mom’s treatment. The office did a full day assessment and study of my Mother and I learned where she conceived the horrible disease. He calls back if I have any questions and concerns. I only want Dr. Haq to care for my mother.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/11/2025

      I appreciate the care and coordination of each person working there to provide a good experience

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/4/2025

      Pre Zoom setup before meeting with dr very helpful for good communication

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/31/2025

      Dr. Haq is very impressive.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/30/2025

      I am so thankful to Dr Haq and his team. The overall care i have received from nurses, physicians, physical therapists have been exceptional. After many years of wrong diagnosis, Dr Haq diagnosed my issue and cane up with a lifelong game plan.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/23/2025

      Going to see my doctor makes me feel that I am in good hands. I go back home with a strong feeling of confidence and peacefulness. The doctor is absolutely professional, kind and empathetic. I am pleased that I found him to manage my health problems.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/23/2025

      The doctors were excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/15/2025

      Both doctors clearly explained my symptoms. They seemed intent on investigating. Both were excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/13/2025

      Dr Haq is great, he treats my husband with great respect

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/9/2025

      Dr Haq is wonderful and very knowledgeable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/30/2025

      Dr Haq couldn't have been nicer.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/26/2025

      Dr. Haq has been exceptional during this process of helping me with my mom. He has shown compassion and care for my mom. The best in town. I switched from Baptist Health to Uhealth, the best care I've seen when it comes to Parkinson's

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/18/2025

      Dr.Haq is amazing. His depth of caring is only exceeded by his medical expertise

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/15/2025

      Dr Haq is an excellent Dr. Thorough and Kind.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/14/2025

      Dr. Haq is great. He is kind and gentle in his approach. He is very knowledgeable and informative.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/11/2025

      I was attended by Dr Haq, I felt very safe and protected even though I had a lot of pain, I was calm, his explanations were very professional and accurate in the diagnosis of my disease, he explained the procedures that can be carried out in my case, I was very depressed and the Dr gave me a lot of hope to see him so identified with my situation, Each step I have to follow from now on explained why and its benefits, it was really a very positive experience.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/2/2025

      I am very happy to have Dr Haq as my doctor. He is very thorough and patient with me. I trust him.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/17/2025

      Dr. Haq has a wonderfully calming demeanor. He Is knowledgeable on PD and treatment options, allowing me to comment on treatment options appropriate for me.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/13/2025

      Dr Haq was wonderful. He talked w us. He spoke slowly and explained everything. He gave us a lot of time. I would highly recommend him. Thank you Dr. Haq

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/12/2024

      Yes, will be recommending to others

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/4/2024

      Dr Haq is the best. Very patient. He takes his time to allow me to ask questions and gives complete explanations. Completely professional and respectful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/28/2024

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/21/2024

      I would highly recommend the doctor we seen. Dr Haq, he was very attentive to listening and understanding the patients concerns with Parkinson's and their home health care priorities. I would highly recommend Dr, Haq, he is very patient and will do his best you guide you with any medical questions and medical goal achievements

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/6/2024

      Dr Haq showed his class and quality as a provider

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/29/2024

      The Dr was patient and listened carefully

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/24/2024

      Excellent experience!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/23/2024

      I wanted a second opinion about my mom's care and treatment. Dr. Haq was very informative and you can tell he cares. He did not rush my mother to get to his next appt. He took the time to listen and provided excellent advise. I have always been a Baptist patient and would not go to another healthcare provided until now.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/14/2024

      Exceptional level of care, concern and patience

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/21/2024

      Dr. Haq is extremely thorough, knowledgeable and very concern of patient care. Great listener and explain the situation or solution to issue.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/15/2024

      Dr. Haq has a disposition that calms a patient. Great listener

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/31/2024

      He took his time with me and explained things

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/11/2024

      Dr Haq took a great deal of time with us showing a compassion not common now a days

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/16/2024

      Dr Haq is the best. No complaints at all.