Nestor Galvez-Jimenez, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston Hospital
- Appointment:
- 954.659.5671
- Desk:
- 954.659.5671
- Fax:
- 954.659.5358
Treatment & Services
- Electromyography
- Epilepsy Surgery Evaluation
- General Neurology
- Interpretation of EEG in the critical care setting
- Intracranial EEG monitoring and brain mapping for presurgical evaluation
- Nerve Conduction Studies
- Neurology
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's and Dementia
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
- Ataxia
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorders
- Autonomic Nervous System Function
- Back Pain
- Bell's Palsy
- Brachial Plexus
- Brain Malformations Causing Epilepsy
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy (cidp)
- Complex Epilepsy in Adults
- Concussion
- Concussions
- Dizziness
- Dystonia
- Epilepsy
- Fahr's Syndrome
- Gait Dysfunction
- Geriatric Epilepsy
- Headaches
- Huntington's Disease
- Hyperhidrosis
- Imbalance
- Intractable (Drug Resistant) Epilepsy
- Malformations Of Cortical Development
- Migraine Headaches
- Mitochondrial Disease
- Movement Disorders
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neurofibromatosis Causing Epilepsy
- Neurologic Conditions
- Neuromuscular Disease
- Parkinson's Disease
- Post-Herpetic Neuralgia
- Radiculopathy
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Spasmodic Dysphonia
- Status Epilepticus (continuous Seizures)
- Stroke
- Temporal Arteritis
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Tic Disorders
- Tourette Syndrome
- Traumatic Brain Injury Causing Seizures
Insurance
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Appointed
1998
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - University of Toronto Hospitals
Movement Disorders
Toronto, Ontario, Canada,
1996
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Neurology
Cleveland,
OH USA
1994
Residency - Booth Memorial Medical Center - Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Internal Medicine
1990
Internship - Booth Memorial Medical Center - Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Internal Medicine
1987
Medical Education - Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala
Guatemala,
1983
Additional Training
- Master of Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology, Universidad Pablo de Olavide, Seville, Spain
- Master in Health Services Administration, Barry University School of Natural and Health Sciences, Miami, Fla.
- Certificate, Risk Management, Florida Risk Management Institute, Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Certifications
- Internal Medicine
- Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology
- Electrodiagnostic Medicine
- Psychiatry and Neurology - Neuromuscular Medicine
Specialty Interests
Movement disorders, Parkinson's Disease
Awards & Honors
- Upsilon Phi Delta Society, Honor Society, Barry University Health Services Administration, 2007
- Best Doctors in America, 2007
- America’s Top Physicians, Consumer’s Research Council of America, 2003, 2005, 2006
- Distinguished Service Award, Department of Neurology, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Commencement Ceremony Residents and Fellows, Class of 2005
- Teacher of the year Award, Neurology Department, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Commencement Ceremony Residents and Fellows, Class of 2007
- Teacher of the year Award, Neurology Department, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Commencement Ceremony Residents and Fellows, Class of 2005
- Distinguished Physician Certificate, Florida Medical Association, 2005
- Donald Patalucci Fellowship Award, American Academy of Neurology, January 6-9, 2005, Huntington Beach, Calif.
- Barry University School of Natural and Health Related Sciences, R.A. Ritter Foundation Scholarship Award, 2004, 2005
- Ms. Pauline Braathen state donation for Movement Disorders Research, 2004
- Certificate of Appreciation, Nova Southeastern University School of Osteopathic Medicine, for teaching at the Medical School, 2003
- National Parkinson Foundation Center of Excellence Award, National Parkinson Foundation, Miami, Fla., 2001-2002
- Donation for Parkinson’s Disease Clinic and Alzheimer’s Disease Research, John and Margaret Krupa Charitable Foundation, 2000
- Who’s Who in America, 2000
- Ronald and Patty Rosenfeld International Traveling Fellowship Award for Movement Disorders fellowship at The University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Cleveland Clinic, 1994/1995
- Highest Honor for Graduate Thesis leading to MD degree; Velocidad de conduccion motora y latencias sensoriales, Estudio en una poblacion infantil guatemalteca; published by the University of San Carlos, 1983
- Diploma Guatemalan Red Cross Medical Center, Best student and First Place, Fourth Year Medical School, Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala; Facultad de Ciencias Medicas, 1980
Research & Publications
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As of 3/10/2020, Dr. Galvez-Jimenez has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Galvez-Jimenez receives fees of $5,000 or more per year as a paid consultant, speaker or member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Lundbeck
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211 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.
| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.5 | |
| Listens | 3.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.6 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.6 |
33 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jul 27, 2021
We are very pleased with Dr. Galvez's knowledge and professionalism.
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2021
I told the doctor that he had to be very careful with the Botox injections in my forehead. The results I have are very poor, I do not think he took the care that I had requested.
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2021
He was very comprehensive in his ordered testing. I did feel a little talked over at times, though this is something I run into quite a lot with doctors so while it is frustrating at times, I am used to it. I also feel like he zeroed in on one symptom even though that symptom is personally my least concern. That being said, it might be something he is more concerned about given his own knowledge, but I would have liked to have been talked to about those things.
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2021
Excellent - Dr Galvez is the best, always!
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2021
I would highly recommend Dr Galvez and Cleveland Clinic staff
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2021
I will explain the waiting time to get an appointment At Cleveland Clinic before recommending the facility. I do like the care received by Dr. Galvez Jimenez but very difficult to get the care needed at the facility if I have to wait until January for a test. If I was your mother how would you feel that I would have to wait six months before getting treatment for my tremors? The tremors cannot be treated until the Psychological test is done. The medication will alter the outcome of the test.The earliest appointment is in January.
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2021
Cleveland Cinic and DR Galvez are the best thanks
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2021
doctor Galves was amazing he is always verycarting and I enjoy seeing a amazing doctor
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2021
Dr.galvez knows I'm a nervous wreck, but he always puts me at ease. Been going to him for 15 years. Grateful for his kindness.
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2021
Dr Galvez took me off Rx he'd started just a few weeks earlier. He didn't suggest alternative because uncomfortable side effects likely with any option. I'm not really clear about next stages of PD or his treatment plan
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2021
dr galvez is amazing. great doc!! top tier doc
Reviewed on May 27, 2021
Dr. Galvez and his nurse are very professional.
Reviewed on May 12, 2021
I would recommend Cleveland Clinic to anyone that has any medical questions or service with top notch Dr.'s. thank you Cleveland Clinic
Reviewed on May 11, 2021
Dr. Galvez was AMAZING. I have seen many people who didn't know what to do and he could tell what I was experiencing and diagnosis my situation what a blessing he truly is!
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2021
The provider was very respectful.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2021
Been going to dr galvez for over 10 years now. He is awesome!
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2021
Dr. Galves displayed concern for the issue I have with my leg. He recommended a plan to get a better understanding of the situation.
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2021
I have already recommended dr haves to several people
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2021
yes doctor Galves is caring and always understand as a doctor
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2021
my doctor knows I'm nervous, but him and his awesome nurse keeps me calm.
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2021
with Dr. Galvez very good. i have been with him for 15 years
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2021
Dr Galvez and ?ngela always showing care and compassion
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2020
doctor Galves and Angela give me a amazing assistance to all my question and how they try to help me
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2020
sadly, we are moving and I will have to seek a different Neurologist. This breaks my heart. I think the world of Dr Galvez. He is an amazing Physician.
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2020
Dr. Galves and Angela his Nurse, are wonderful! Angela has gone out of her way with my Insurance and I am truly greatfull!
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2020
excellent physician
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2020
Can't say enough about Dr. Galvez. Exceptional
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2020
I love Angela, Dr. Galvez nurse and the rest of his staff. She provides exemplary service and accessibility to the doctor.
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2020
A Tele visit at this time was appreciated and safe. My physician was very comprehensive and open to all questions and comments from me.
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2020
The services has always been great, from the front desk to nurse and doctor. I travel a distance due to the service.
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2020
okay experience. dr. galvez ws a second opinion and unfortunately, confirmed what I knew.
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2020
doctor Galves is just a incredible doctor
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2020
Dr Galvez was very thorough, good listener, very courteous. I need follow up testing which he prescribed.