Neurology Team
William Conte, MD, MS
Dr. Conte is a board-certified neurology specialist who earned his neurology fellowship at the University of Chicago. His areas of expertise include multiple sclerosis, neuroimmunology, neuromyelitis Optica (NMO, NMO-SD, Devic’s disease), transverse myelitis, neuroinfectious disease and the treatment of neurologic complications of autoimmune disease.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Pavilion B, Merrillville • 219-738-4926
Daksha C. Vyas, MD
Board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Dr. Vyas strives to serve all her patients by employing the latest advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies. She has considerable experience in the treatment of stroke, epilepsy, seizures, headaches, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and much more.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Pavilion B, Merrillville • 219-738-4926
Jehad Zakaria, MD, FCNS, FAANS
Dr. Zakaria is a board-certified UChicago Medicine neurosurgeon specializing in vascular and endovascular neurosurgery, interventional stroke care, and minimally invasive techniques, with expertise spanning carotid disease, brain tumors, and neuro trauma. He partners closely with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans, delivering state-of-the-art care with compassion and a patient-centered approach.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Pavilion B, Merrillville • 219-644-3915
Richard L. Cristea, MD
The Neurological Institute & Specialty Center
521 E. 86th Avenue, Suite Z, Merrillville • 219-769-0777
Raul Guevara, MD
The Neurological Institute & Specialty Center
521 E. 86th Avenue, Suite Z, Merrillville • 219-769-0777
Brent Jacobus, II, MD
The Neurological Institute & Specialty Center
521 E. 86th Avenue, Suite Z, Merrillville • 219-769-0777
Jennifer Pallone, DO
The Neurological Institute & Specialty Center
521 E. 86th Avenue, Suite Z, Merrillville • 219-769-0777
Larry Salberg, MD
The Neurological Institute & Specialty Center
521 E. 86th Avenue, Suite Z, Merrillville • 219-769-0777
Nesreen Suwan, MD
The Neurological Institute & Specialty Center
521 E. 86th Avenue, Suite Z, Merrillville • 219-769-0777
Folake Aje, NP
Folake is a neurology specialist with expertise in general neurology and stroke care, dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered treatment. Inspired by witnessing family members face neurological challenges, she is committed to educating patients and their families about conditions, treatment options, and lifestyle changes to help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Pavilion B, Merrillville • 219-738-4926
Mary Hoffman, MSN, FNP-C, CNRN
A certified nurse practitioner, Mary was awarded her neuroscience registered nurse certification from the American Board of Neuroscience Nursing. She guides patients to health and wellness employing evidence-based medicine.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Pavilion B, Merrillville • 219-738-4926
Shannon L. Knight, FNP-C
Shannon is a neurology specialist with more than 20 years of nursing experience, dedicated to supporting and educating patients while promoting healthy lifestyles that enhance overall wellbeing. She provides expertise in stroke, dementia and memory loss, and is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner.
200 E. 89th Avenue, Pavilion B, Merrillville • 219-738-4926
Helen Anderson, FNP
The Neurological Institute & Specialty Center
521 E. 86th Avenue, Suite Z, Merrillville • 219-769-0777
Keri Smith, FNP
The Neurological Institute & Specialty Center
521 E. 86th Avenue, Suite Z, Merrillville • 219-769-0777
Kristine Starcevich, APN
The Neurological Institute & Specialty Center
521 E. 86th Avenue, Suite Z, Merrillville • 219-769-0777