

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
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
- ABPN — Board Certified in Neurology
2026
2026
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
- Northern Virginia Magazine — Top 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