Amir Besharat, DO
Seattle, WA 98122
Swedish Neuroscience Specialists - Movement Disorders
550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, Seattle, WA 98122
Are you covered?
Check to see if your insurance is covered by this provider.
- Cigna PPO
- Providence Health Plan
- Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
- Kaiser Foundation
- Multiplan PPO
- Choice /Humana PPO
- Health Net - TriCare
- Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO
- Premera Medicare Advantage HMO
- WellCare
- International Community Health Services Pace Program
- Community Health Plan of Washington (WA Apple Health)
- United Healthcare HMO
- United HealthCare PPO
- Coordinated care (WA Apple Health)
- Providence Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
- Molina Healthcare (WA Apple Health/Healthy Options)
- Aetna PPO
- Medicare
- United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
- Providence Health Plan - Medicaid
- Humana Medicare Advantage
- Molina
- Regence BlueShield of Washington
- Coventry/First Health PPO
- Amerigroup - Medicare Advantage
- No results found
Good news - you're covered!
You're not covered
Unfortunately, this provider doesn’t accept your insurance or plan.Don’t worry, we can help you find other providers who do.
View More Providers
About Amir Besharat
Dr. Besharat (pronounced “Besh-uh-rot") has a comprehensive, holistic approach to care that is grounded on patient empowerment. Early in his career, he received a Bachelor’s in Physiology with an emphasis on Nutrition and Exercise. He went on to complete a 4-year Residency in Neurology and 2-year Fellowship in Movement Disorders. This combination of training led to a practice style that takes lifestyle modifications- specifically nutrition, sleep and exercise- and integrates them with effective pharmacology and procedures that best align with his patients' personal goals. Above all, he believes that kind and compassionate communication is the pinnacle of the doctor-patient relationship.
University of Washington
2020
University of Florida
2018
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine
2013
St Lucie Medical Center
2014
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Neurology
Swedish
Swedish First Hill
In his spare time, Dr. Besharat enjoys spending time with his friends and family (especially his dog, Larry), attending Seattle Sounders' matches, baking artisan breads and pizzas, and cycling as a way to burn off the calories from the bread and pizzas he bakes.
Community Reviews
At Swedish, we're dedicated to providing you quality, personalized health care. We are constantly striving to optimize your experience.
As part of ensuring you have a positive experience with Swedish, our online provider directory includes ratings and patient comments for select providers. More about our survey.
Dr.Besharat puts you at ease and explains what he is doing. He is professional and friendly.
Swedish Patient
Dr is amazing!
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat is a delight. He listens, he offers advice, he proposes courses of treatment, and is in every way all I could ask for in a neurologist. Thank you Dr Besharat!
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat is great. You are losing a very good man.
Swedish Patient
Very professional and compassionate. Does not shy away the hard questions. I'm on a crappy journey but I'm gladm he's going along.
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat has restored my faith in the medical profession. He is a great listener and has amazing "bed side manner". I am truly sad to lose him as my care provider, I have seen my fair share of Dr and he is truly gifted.
Swedish Patient
I don't think I could've gotten a better doctor for my tremors. Dr. Amir was very patient with me and I understood what he was talking about as far as my treatment. I've already recommended two of my friends to your clinic. My daughter, who is in the exam room with me commented on how knowledgeable the doctor was. Thank you very much.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat explains well what he is doing and why.
Swedish Patient
All good. Dont let him move to los angelas
Swedish Patient
Dr Amir Besharat my neurologist has been my dr.for my Parkinson's condition.I really trust him .He is moving back to California,I hate to see him go. Pray you treated him well he deserved high consideration.
Swedish Patient
Very personal, very knowledgeable, good sense of humor, very respectful
Swedish Patient
All was good
Swedish Patient
I actually look forward to seeing Dr, Besherat. I appreciate the kindness and interest that he always shows me.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Basharat is great. Very helpful visit
Swedish Patient
Staff at Swedish are competent, friendly, helpful and efficient. Dr Besharat is personable, and extremely knowledgeable about my condition. He made me feel relaxed and listened to at our appointment.
Swedish Patient
I'm very grateful to have been assigned to this physician . Truly the best.
Swedish Patient
Doc & staff are great. Thnx.
Swedish Patient
I always have a lot of questions, and Dr. B is very responsive in helping me understand more about my condition and treatment options.
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat was awesome and very knowledgeable. He answered all my questions.
Swedish Patient
The doctor is very easy to talk to. He makes sure that the treatment he is actually helping
Swedish Patient
Always receive the the best care when we come down to Swedish. The staff is always courtesies and helpful in meeting our needs. The doctor is always ready to answer our questions and gives us the answers so we can understand them.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat listened to me, did appropriate testing, reviewed my health records, and gave me a diagnosis that has been alluding me for 2 years!!!
Swedish Patient
Dr. Amir Is extremely knowledgable, has great interpersonal skills and the treatments have been very effective. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs movement disorder care.
Swedish Patient
Trustworthy medico
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat is the best. I have the utmost confidence in his diagnosis and treatments. He is very kind and knowledgeable and his bedside manner Is quite pleasing. I would recommend him without hesitation.
Swedish Patient
Great communication and positive attitude
Swedish Patient
All my questions were answered. I had a very helpful and pleasant experience.
Swedish Patient
Good
Swedish Patient
All good. The doctor is knowledgeable, practical and a good communicator.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat had reviewed my medical records from my primary care provider and referring neurologist. He listened well and answered all questions. He provided good direction and feedback. Exam was limited but appropriate for the condition.
Swedish Patient
Enjoyed my Dr.,great personality.
Swedish Patient
Straight forward, good doctor.
Swedish Patient
Explain clearly and answer to questions we asked and give some options for future appointment if current plan can't help with my current health issues
Swedish Patient
Comprehensive, high quality care.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat is very accommodating!
Swedish Patient
I have found Dr Besharat very easy to communicate with both during face to face and video visits. He listened to my responses to the meds and has been cautious in making changes, which I appreciate.
Swedish Patient
Dr. And staff were courteous, informative and helpful.
Swedish Patient
This provider is very kind and caring.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat provides great, candid explanations and detail that sheds light on medications I am taking in a way no previous providers have. I feel like I understand things much more clearly
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat was patient, thorough, understanding, and completely knowledgeable as to my symptoms and diagnosis. I look forward to talk to him again. Thank you.
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat is simply the best. Great bedside manner. Asks questions. Wants to hear what I have to say.
Swedish Patient
Very personable and easy to understand. Made sure we understood what he was saying and answered all our questions
Swedish Patient
This was my first visit with Dr. Amir. He was very knowledgeable and provided excellent guidance about my condition.
Swedish Patient
Besherat is extremely knowledgable
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat is kind, knowledgeable and funny. I always have good appointments with him.
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat is extremely efficient and is so skilled I have barely any pain with my injections. He's also personable and remembers things about me I would never expect a busy neurologist to know, which is nice
Swedish Patient
I am very happy with Dr. Besharat. He has made a difficult medical condition much easier to deal with day to day. He always listens, takes the time to explain all options, and makes me feel hopeful. This was just a check in, but he still did all he can to make sure I am happy with the current plan. When you ask a question, he takes it seriously and gives a complete, understandable answer. Plus, he is just a vey nice guy!
Swedish Patient
Good
Swedish Patient
I always meet with my doctor concerning these health conditions. I am very happy with the care he provides.
Swedish Patient
I do not have a very long relationship with this doctor. I have every thought that he will be a skilled and capable physician.
Swedish Patient
He is very knowledgeable about my condition
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat is a very knowledgeable neurologist who applies a wholistic approach to my Parkinson's disease.
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat is a great doctor. I recommended him to my friend who now goes to him.
Swedish Patient
Overall good experience.
Swedish Patient
Tell Dr Besharat he's great
Swedish Patient
I'm am very happy with my provider
Swedish Patient
Provider knowledgeable, professional, friendly, courteous
Swedish Patient
The attention to detail is important. I feel as though I am contributing to my own health care which is supported by my physician. I feel like this a partnership in the treatment services I receive.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Amir was incredible! Very knowledgeable about the tremor, very honest about the course of treatment, optimistic, caring, we really had a great experience. We will be back in October.
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat listened carefully to my questions and provided candid and thorough responses. I'm fortunate that Dr Besharat and his team are supporting me.
Swedish Patient
All experiences have been excellent,
Swedish Patient
This provider has a great ability to engage with the patient and make the patient feel heard.
Swedish Patient
Easy to get an appointment with Dr. Besharat. He is very communicative and a pleasure to see. I feel I am in good hands with him.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat was outststanding!
Swedish Patient
Dr Basharat Is thorough and I feel heard with regards to my personal choices of self care. I am grateful he so knowledgeable.Because of my bus/ferry/bus commute from Vashon Island I am very grateful to have the option of tele-med appointments.Thank you!
Swedish Patient
This doctor was one of the best I've been too recently. Also his MA was marvelous! Nothing but good things to say about this visit.
Swedish Patient
Basharat is great!
Swedish Patient
Dr. Basharat handles my care very well.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besherat is definitely by far the best provider of any type medical services I have had in all the years that I have used Swedish for my medical care. He is kind, thoughtful and very thorough across the board.
Swedish Patient
I really like my new neurologist Dr. Amir
Swedish Patient
Cordial check-in, very minimal wait time, Doctor is terrific, staff are all very nice and personable.
Swedish Patient
Dr "B" is very pleasant and efficient with our Visits. He treats me with respect and answers all my questions and concerns.
Swedish Patient
This provider gave me information about my condition that gave me hope would be resolved with treatment. I look forward to gaining control over this condition that has plagued me for many years.
Swedish Patient
Dr Amir is a thorough gentleman, professionally competent. God bless him
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat is the best. He is so conscientious about looking at the Individual patient's needs and Issues. He looks at the person. He understands treatment for movement disorders are complicated and brings a large arsenal of relevant Information and a care plan that will work for the Individual.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat is east to talk to; very knowledgeable and in a way, an artist in that he can look and say what needs to be done.
Swedish Patient
All ok
Swedish Patient
Exceptional physician. Caring & considerate. Listens to my concerns. Taking measures to resolve symptoms. Could not be more pleased.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Becherat was very helpful in expelling the complex conditions of Parkinsons. It was our first visit. I enjoyed him very much. He was very communicative and it was an enjoyable, informative exchange.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Basharat is my neurologist. He is extremely knowledgeable regarding all facets of my condition. He is personable and friendly. He answers all my questions and always asks if I have any more questions after that! I am overwhelmingly grateful to have him as my provider. He is exemplifies the top two qualities of a doctor I need: knowledge of my condition and compassionate care.
Swedish Patient
All good.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat is wonderful. He always takes the time to first evaluate where I'm at with my Cervical Dystonia. Explains where I will receive my next injections and takes the time to answer my questions. He is by far the best Neurologist I have seen so far.
Swedish Patient
I felt quite at ease with the professionalism and cares that the doctor was giving me. He explained every single aspect that I had a question about as well as the basic procedure, and I would have to deal with coming up. I feel quite safe in their hands and I trust them.
Swedish Patient
Best doctor ever
Swedish Patient
We were treated very well.
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat is restoring my faith in Dr.He has great bedside manners and is a great listener.I always feel encouraged after an appointment
Swedish Patient
Last survey I was very critical of one practitioner and the patronizing name of the center for healthy aging. Overall I am surprisingly pleased with Swedish and Its docs and staff.Dr. Besharat was amazing. He was knowledgeable about me and of course movement disorders. He most definitely heard me and thus I trusted his diagnoses as well as the need to speak with another doc to further pin down the diagnosis.Dr. Besharat was adept at keeping things light and moving things along. He still acknowledged the deadly seriousness of what ailed me. Close to the perfect doctor/specialist.
Swedish Patient
It took months to get an appointment But I thought it was well worth the wait. He is an excellent physician and was able to give me answers to questions that no one else could help me with.
Swedish Patient
I'm very pleased with Dr. Basharat and look forward to working with him for a long time
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat is outstanding!!
Swedish Patient
Dr Amir was excellent in explaining things to me. In addition I greatly appreciated his willingness to get to the bottom of things for ongoing health concerns I've had. I was thankful for the time he gave me and never felt rushed.
Swedish Patient
Very friendly very.
Swedish Patient
A positive experience.
Swedish Patient
I like the quality of medical professionals
Swedish Patient
Feel extremely fortunate to have Dr. Besharat as my balance and movement physician. Always on top of my health issues and medications, and gives 110% attention to working with me to alleviate concerns and plan alternate treatment options. He is the best.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat is personable, professional, and well informed. We always learn something new from our visits with him and leave optimistic about our Parkinson's journey.
Swedish Patient
I could not have asked for a more thorough appointment. Extremely satisfied. With my care.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat was super knowledgeable and caring. He took time to fully explain and even white board treatment options and their pluses and minuses. This was probably one of the most comfortable doctors appointments of my life. I wish all doctors took this kind of time and care.
Swedish Patient
Very satisfied and will return
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat is friendly and puts his patients at ease. He tells his patients what he is doing as he does it. Highly recommend him.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat is an excellent Doctor. Kind, patience, and so knowledgeable. I'm so thankful for Dr Besharat
Swedish Patient
I adore dr Besharat, best doctor ever!!
Swedish Patient
I am very pleased with the medical care that I am receiving from Dr Besharat and his staff.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat is an extremely knowledgeable Movement Disorder Specialist who Is very personable and listens to my questions and concerns. I am very confident In the treatment plan that he has prescribed, and I know that I am receiving the best long-term care and advice.
Swedish Patient
He's awesome. Great doc and wonderful bed side manner. My best medical experiences have been at Swedish.
Swedish Patient
I am so grateful to be under the care of Dr. Besharat. He was a careful listener, was kind, and had a lovely sense of humor. I have confidence in him not only because of his intelligence, but also because of his humility.
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat is the best! His expertise coupled with his humor is a great combination. He is an excellent communicator and provides thorough explanations of what he is doing and why. He's a great doctor and I feel lucky to be his patient.
Swedish Patient
We liked the provider so much we prefer in person visits vs. The ease of video visits!
Swedish Patient
Dr.was very thorough. I appreciated him.
Swedish Patient
Very compassionate, caring
Swedish Patient
I appreciate how Dr Besharat provides the relevant information I need so I can make informed decisions about my health care.
Swedish Patient
Very good
Swedish Patient
Always listened and never rushed me!
Swedish Patient
Excellent provider
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat is attentive, clear, kind, insightful, has a welcome sense of humor and takes action when needed. Couldn't ask for more.
Swedish Patient
I m very much satisfied with Dr Besharatp'sProfessionalism.
Swedish Patient
Loved the whole team couldn't ask for more
Swedish Patient
One of the best doctors seen this year.
Swedish Patient
I appreciate Dr Busharat. Not only does he listen, but he takes time to explain , reasons behind his decions and makes me feel I MATTER. That is very important to me . Especially now that I officially a senior citizen
Swedish Patient
I bragged about Dr Amir to friends and family.
Swedish Patient
The provider I saw answered a lot of questions I have been struggling with for the last 10 years. He was so helpful. I believe my health issue can be addressed now more than ever.
Swedish Patient
Excellent
Swedish Patient
Except for the drive from Mount Vernon to Seattle we always have a good experience at Swedish Cherry Hill.
Swedish Patient
The doctor is very knowledgeable; has lots of experience to draw on; listened and acted on my concerns
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat appeared to be very knowledgeable, in my unique medical problems and I greatly appreciated his thoughtfulness in share with me his observations and teaching me more than I have learned previously. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing his medical services.
Swedish Patient
Doctor was outstanding.
Swedish Patient
I felt supported and heard and I trust Dr Besharat.
Swedish Patient
Very professional and easy to talk with. Spent time listening and explaining conditions. Appreciated the time speaking with us and reviewing conditions.
Swedish Patient
Excellent outside consideration and trustworthy. Excellent experience.
Swedish Patient
I am very grateful to have Dr Amir Besharat as my new Neurologist. He is very easy to talk to. He understands the importance of exercise, etc. I have already referred a friend to him.
Swedish Patient
It was a really good visit.
Swedish Patient
Everyone has been helpful and supportive and understanding
Swedish Patient
Very good experience.
Swedish Patient
He was well informed about my problems and had new information. Good bedside manner. I appreciated his interest.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Amir is always very empathetic and professional. He doesn't make me feel pity and makes me feel like I can handle whatever is in front of me. He listens and responds with thoughtfulness and truth. It must be uncomfortable to have the tough conversations of life, however, he does it was courage and kindness. I can't imagine not having him in my corner.
Swedish Patient
Dr Besharat knew my history and was ready with excellent explanations and spent time discussing a treatment plan. The visit was pleasant and all the office staff I encountered were kind and helpful.
Swedish Patient
My experience has been excellent with the Dr and staff
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat is a knowlegable, kind, physician. I receive Botox injections for Essential Tremor. He took great care to make the injections as painless as possible.
Swedish Patient
Dr Amir Besharat has amazing beside manners. You feel like he cares.
Swedish Patient
I am totally satisfied with my care and with my provider. He has been direct and honest with me about the success of my treatment. I am pleased that I am a book to eat here have a virtual visit or a telement visit when appropriate.
Swedish Patient
Love Dr. Basharat. I feel like he legitimately cares about my health, provides education and answers all my questions.
Swedish Patient
Good experience.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Basherat is great. He puts me at ease. I trust his knowledge and skills. And he's pleasant!
Swedish Patient
Good visit. Very knowledgeable
Swedish Patient
DrA.B.is always on top of my issues and We click
Swedish Patient
Great doctor and staff.
Swedish Patient
A1, great.
Swedish Patient
It was a good experience because he was familiar with my I illness
Swedish Patient
Dr. Amir is a very smart and careing doctor. He'sThe best that I have seen,in my opinion.
Swedish Patient
Glad to be back at Swedish Neurology. Great to have provider with a new perspective.
Swedish Patient
Provider was excellent
Swedish Patient
Dr Amir has the best "bedside" manner and is genuinely interested in what we have to say or ask about during the visit. He is simply the best.
Swedish Patient
Appreciated sharing info after the visit and blood test
Swedish Patient
Excellent appointment
Swedish Patient
I recently changed to Dr. Besherat as my neurologist because I had been so impressed by his kindness and care when I had seen him while my regular neurologist was on leave. I am willing to go to appointments at Cherry Hill even tho it is a much farther drive than Issaquah.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Besharat is a kind, thorough, brilliant, and outstanding health professional in his field. He took time to review/explain past health information (that no one previously had done) that could be, or is now causing current health events. Most fortunate to be in his care.
Swedish Patient
Manners of, conversation with Dr Besharat puts me at ease to constitute a good visit.
Swedish Patient
As always, thank you Swedish Neuro folks.
Swedish Patient
I appreciate that I am able to communicate with Dr Busharat
Swedish Patient
I like Dr Bashoroot
Swedish Patient
The doctor provides a great environment to discuss my health issues.
Swedish Patient
Excellent care
Swedish Patient
I've had nothing but good a experience at Swedish.
Swedish Patient
My provider and his team take excellent care of me.
Swedish Patient
I have received excellent care from Dr. Besharat. I appreciate his professionalism and kindness.
Swedish Patient
Talking with Dr. Besharat was like chatting with a neighbor. He was friendly, concerned and interested in my answers to his questions, including my latest activities leading the fight to get Sound Transit to do the right thing and keep their promise to site a new station hub on 4th Avenue at Union Station.
Swedish Patient
First time being seen at this campus; a professional and compassionate experience throughout. It's good to be able to share concerns with the doctor at the outset, as definitely happened during my visit. Would definitely recommend.
Swedish Patient
Scheduling was pretty difficult and took more time and effort than it should have. Everything else was excellent and I really liked the office and doctor.
Swedish Patient
Very thorough. Easy to understand and he gave very thoughtful analysis of past medical history and how it relates to current medical problem
Swedish Patient
Great communication!!
Swedish Patient
Could not ask for better care. Took a month to get new patient apptmt. Worth the wait.
Swedish Patient
Physician was well versed with my medical history
Swedish Patient
We were impressed with his knowledge and he had great bedside listening skills.
Swedish Patient
Good experience.
Swedish Patient
I really was helped and issues were cleared up.Dr.Amir B.Is very knowledgeable and personable.
Swedish Patient
Clinical Interests
- Ataxia
- Blepharospasm
- Botox For Dystonia
- Botox For Hemifacial Spasm
- Cervical Dystonia
- Chorea
- Corticobasal Degeneration
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Dystonia
- Huntington's Disease
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Movement Disorders
- Multiple System Atrophy
- Myoclonus
- Parkinson's Disease (Pd)
- Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
- Tardive Dyskinesia
- Tremor
- Virtual Care
My experience there at Swedish was a pleasant one=)Thank you!My experience there at Swedish was pleasurable=) Thank you!
Swedish Patient