Dr. Jitesh Kar , MD, MPH Neurologist
Dr. Jitesh Kar , MD, MPH Neurologist
Dr. Jitesh Kar, MD, MPH, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurologist who provides exceptional care to his patients at the Neurology Institute of Huntsville in Huntsville, Alabama. Dr. Kar specializes in adult neurology, really enjoys diagnostic neurology, and has a special interest and fellowship training in neuromuscular diseases.
Dr. Kar completed his Bachelor of Science in Medicine and Surgery at Grant Medical College & J.J. Hospital in Mumbai, which is among the oldest and most respected medical institutions in India. He then pursued his Masters in Public Health at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, before undertaking his internship in internal medicine residency at New York Medical College/Metropolitan Hospital in New York City where he was awarded as “The resident with the best communication and interpersonal skills”. Dr. Kar completed a residency in Neurology at the University of Texas Medical Center at Houston, where he served as the chief resident where he received multiple prestigious awards including “Frank M. Yatsu award for Excellence in Clinical Neurology”, “The Best Resident as a Teacher”, “Recipient of Arnold P. Gold Foundation Award for Resident Excellence in Humanism and Teaching for 2013 & 2014”.
Dr. Kar worked in Huntsville from 2014 to 2019 was affiliated with Huntsville Hospital. He continues to teach UAB Medical students, FM, and IM residents. He received “ARGUS” Award for Best Clinical Educator in Community” at UAB Huntsville Campus 2017.
Dr. Jitesh Kar returned to the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he received his fellowship training in neuromuscular and autonomic disorders.
Dr. Kar maintains active memberships with the American Academy of Neurology, the Alabama Academy of Neurology, American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, Medical Association of State of Alabama, and the Medical Society of Madison County, among other affiliations.
When he is not busy helping patients at the Neurology Institute of Huntsville, Dr. Kar enjoys spending time with his family and pursuing his creative side through portrait photography. One of his photographs was selected as the cover for the Annals of Internal Medicine, and another was accepted into the art gallery at Memorial Hermann hospital in Houston, Texas.
Testimonials
Clients Reviews
Knowledgeable with good bedside manner
Dr. Kar is very thorough in his investigation of your symptoms. He explains things clearly and ensures you understand what is going on. I'm very happy with the service he provides.
Didn’t have to wait and the procedure was done promptly. Good visit.
I have seen Dr Kar two times and both times were great experiences. He goes over all the results of my test and any discuses other procedures I may have to have. He's kind and takes time to be sure I understand everything.
Thank you for stopping my body from jerking
A very thorough exam and wonderful explanations of what was wrong with my dad. Took very good care of him and made sure he underwent the correct tests to come to a diagnosis.
I feel so lucky to have gotten into Dr. Kar. He is very knowledgeable in how the brain processes multiple conditions. His staff is wonderful.
Totally professions and compassionate team. They rock.
Thank you for stopping my body from jerking
Prompt took me back at exactly my appointment time, Excellent care treated me with dignity and respect. IMHO NIH truly cares for their patients.
Dr Kar is patient and listens to my concerns and addresses them right away. I never leave feeling unheard
Very thorough and very informative on what is going on with me. Truly trust him to do what is best for me.