Meet Our Doctors

Mohammad Baddad, MD, is board-certified in Neurology and Neuromuscular Medicine. He is currently practicing at Knight Neurology in Rockledge, Florida, providing high-quality care to adults living in and around the Space Coast. Dr. Baddad is passionate about caring for all of his patients and uses his advanced knowledge of modern diagnostic techniques to treat a wide variety of neurological conditions.

Dr. Baddad brings years of experience to the practice. He began his professional education at the College of Staten Island (CSI) CUNY in Richmond County, New York, earning his Bachelor of Science in Biology. After graduation, Dr. Baddad enrolled at the St. George’s University School of Medicine in True Blue, Grenada, obtaining his medical degree.

Before entering private practice, Dr. Baddad completed an internal medicine residency at Richmond University Medical Center in Richmond County, New York. There, he learned the foundations of clinical medicine including the intensive care unit (ICU) and emergency department (ED). He then completed a neurology residency at Northwell Health in Manhasset, New York, learning how to manage a wide range of neurological disorders. He excelled in the program, earning the title of chief resident.

Dr. Baddad has specialized in nerve conduction studies, ultrasonography, and therapeutic injection procedures. His training allows him to diagnose, treat, and provide care for many neurological issues such as epilepsy, neuropathy, migraines, and dementia.

Dr. Baddad is currently accepting new patients at Knight Neurology. To schedule an appointment, call the office or request an appointment today.

Ahmad Abokhamis is a double-board-certified neurologist at Knight Neurology, providing comprehensive neurology care to adults living in and around Rockledge, Florida, and throughout Brevard County.

Dr. Abokhamis was born and raised in Syria. He began his career at Damascus University, earning his medical degree. After graduation, Dr. Abokhamis moved to the United States and enrolled at The State University of New York (SUNY) Buffalo. There, he completed an internship, an adult neurology residency, and a fellowship in clinical neurophysiology.

Dr. Abokhamis proudly holds membership in several professional organizations, including the American College of Physicians, the American Association of Neurology, and Syrian American Medical Society.

As a neurologist, he offers a full suite of inpatient and outpatient services, including diagnosing and treating epilepsy, neuropathy, migraines, and more. Dr. Abokhamis is friendly, approachable, and speaks English and Arabic fluently.

Outside of work, Dr. Abokhamis enjoys staying active. He regularly runs, swims, and plays soccer.

Dr. Abokhamis welcomes anyone seeking outstanding neurology care at Knight Neurology today.

To schedule an appointment, call the office or book online today.

Donald McCorquodale is a board-certified neurologist at Knight Neurology in Rockledge, Florida. He provides compassionate care while maintaining active staff privileges at Cape Canaveral Hospital. There, he often provides care for neurological emergencies such as strokes and seizures.

Dr. McCorquodale began his education at Florida State Universityin Tallahassee, Florida, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in 2000. He then attended the United States Marine Corps Officer Candidate School in Quantico, Virginia, for a year before returning to school at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in Miami, Florida. To continue his training, Dr. McCorquodale took on an internship at the University of Utah School of Medicine in Salt Lake City, Utah. He stayed there for his neurology residency, followed by a neuromuscular fellowship. Today, he keeps up on the latest research findings in his field through his membership with the American Academy of Neurology.

In his current position at Knight Neurology, Dr. McCorquodale frequently treats neurological conditions, injuries, and complications using the latest treatment techniques in Botox® administration, electromyography (EMG), nerve conduction studies (NCS), and nerve block procedures. He often sees patients for conditions such as Parkinson’s disease balance and movement disorders, dementia, and epilepsy.

At Knight Neurology, Dr. McCorquodale is currently treating new and returning patients. To schedule an appointment, call the office or book online today.

Shawnna Patterson is a board-certified neurologist providing top-tier care to residents of Rockledge, Florida, and the surrounding areas. At Knight Neurology, Dr. Patterson’s compassionate and conservative approach stands out to patients. She explains the findings of each evaluation in detail and provides comprehensive testing for every new patient.

Dr. Patterson earned her bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida, in 1993. She continued her education at the University of Iowa College of Medicine, earning her medical degree and doctorate. Following her graduation, she took on an internship at the University of Maryland Medical Systems in Baltimore, Maryland. After completing her internship, Dr. Patterson remained in Baltimore to continue her neurology residency at the University of Maryland Medical Systems. She then completed a neurology postdoctoral research fellowship at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland.

Today, Dr. Patterson keeps up on the latest research and developing treatments in her field with a membership in the American Academy of Neurology. She brings patients at Knight Neurology the latest treatments and procedures for common and rare neurological conditions, including movement disorders, balance disorders, neuropathy, epilepsy, and multiple sclerosis. In addition to her position at Knight Neurology, Dr. Patterson has staff privileges at Cape Canaveral
Hospital.

Dr. Patterson currently accepts new and returning patients at Knight Neurology. To schedule an appointment, call the office or book online today.

Vaibhav Shah, MD, is a board-certified neurologist and clinical neurophysiologist at Knight Neurology in Rockledge, Florida. He strives to give his patients compassionate and advanced treatment, whether at the clinic or in a hospital setting. In addition to providing care at Knight Neurology, Dr. Shah has staff privileges at Cape Canaveral Hospital.

Dr. Shah started his education at the University of Miami College of Arts and Sciences in Miami, Florida. He then attended the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in Miami, Florida, for his medical degree before moving to Atlanta, Georgia, for internship training at Emory University. Dr. Shah remained at Emory University for his neurology residency. He then completed a clinical neurophysiology fellowship there in 2011.

Today, Dr. Shah keeps up with the latest advancements in his field through multiple professional memberships and affiliations. He is active with the American Academy of Neurology, the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, the American Clinical Neurology Society, the American Epilepsy Society, and the National Stroke Association.

At Knight Neurology, Dr. Shah provides patients with detailed assessments, including electroencephalogram (EEG), electromyography (EMG), and nerve conduction studies (NCS). These tests can guide treatment for conditions such as balance disorders, neuropathy, and multiple sclerosis.

Dr. Shah currently treats new and returning patients. To schedule an appointment, call the office or book online today.