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James Bicksel

Neurology

James Bicksel, M.D.

Medical Director, Memory Center

Washington, DC

James L. Bicksel, M.D., is a neurologist with subspecialty expertise in clinical neurophysiology, behavioral neurology, and neuropsychiatry, focusing on a broad spectrum of neurological conditions including epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, migraine, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, mild cognitive impairment, dementia, cerebral vasospasm, and movement disorders such as dystonia, tremor, and Huntington's disease. He treats adult patients, with a particular emphasis on those with memory disor

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25+

Years in Practice

Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Neurology (ABPN)
  • Clinical Neurophysiology (ABPN)
  • Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry (UCNS)

Education & Training

  • Medical School: Medical College of Georgia (MD, 1999)
  • Residency: Emory University Hospitals (Neurology, 2001)
  • Fellowship: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (Clinical Neurophysiology, 2004)

Peer Recognition

  • ABPNBoard Certified in Neurology

    2026

  • Castle ConnollyTop Doctor

    2026

  • HealthgradesHealthgrades Honor Roll
  • Northern Virginia MagazineTop Doctor

    2010

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Child Neurology

Conditions & Treatments

Parkinson's DiseaseAlzheimer's DiseaseMigraine & HeadacheStroke & Cerebrovascular DiseaseDeep Brain StimulationSpasticity ManagementNeurocritical Care

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sibley Memorial Hospital
  • Virginia Hospital Center
  • MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
  • Inova Health System
  • MedStar Washington Hospital Center

Languages

English

Experience

25+ years in practice