Neurology

Zahra Haghighat, M.D

Assistant Professor of Neurology

Dr. Zahra Haghighat is a fellowship-trained pediatric neurologist at the Kentucky Neuroscience Institute and University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Her subspecialty focus is pediatric epilepsy, particularly refractory epilepsy that resists control with standard anti-seizure medications, as well as complex seizure disorders in children with abnormal MRI findings. She serves pediatric patient populations, including those requiring advanced evaluation for treatme

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Epilepsy (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education & Training

Vanderbilt University Medical Center — Fellowship, Pediatric Epilepsy
University of Kentucky — Residency, Child/Pediatric Neurology
University of Kentucky — Residency, Pediatrics
Tehran University of Medical Sciences — M.D.

Years in Practice

13+ years

Peer Recognition

ABPN — Board Certified in Epilepsy
2026

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

EpilepsyChild Neurology

Conditions & Treatments

Neonatal NeurologyPediatric NeurologyNeurodevelopmental DisordersCerebral PalsyDrug-Resistant EpilepsyEpilepsy & Seizure Disorders

Insurance(s) Accepted

90 Degree BenefitsASR Health Benefits

Aetna

Ambetter

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
University of Kentucky Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Haghighat treats

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Haghighat accept 90 Degree Benefits insurance?

Zahra Haghighat's public profile lists 90 Degree Benefits, ASR Health Benefits, and Aetna plus 32 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Haghighat practice?

Zahra Haghighat practices in Lexington, KY with hospital affiliations including University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital and University of Kentucky Hospital.

What does Dr. Haghighat specialize in?

Zahra Haghighat is a board-certified neurology specialist with focus areas in Epilepsy and Child Neurology.

How long has Dr. Haghighat been practicing?

Zahra Haghighat has 13+ years of clinical experience in neurology.

What is Dr. Haghighat's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Vanderbilt University Medical Center — Fellowship, Pediatric Epilepsy; University of Kentucky — Residency, Child/Pediatric Neurology; University of Kentucky — Residency, Pediatrics.