Igor Cherches, MD
Neurologist“The heart of my patient care is being timely, efficient, thorough and compassionate. I believe in clear communication and the education of my patients”
Board Certification
- Neurology
Areas of Expertise
- General Adult Neurology
- Headaches, Gait and Balance Disorders
- Neuromuscular Disorders, Low Back, Neck Pain, Multiple Sclerosis
Education
Residency
Baylor College of Medicine
Neurology
Houston, TX
1994
Internship
Baylor College of Medicine
Transitional Medicine
Houston, TX
1991
Medical School
Baylor College of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine
Houston, TX
1990
Undergraduate School
Rice University
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Houston, TX
1986
Hospitals Affiliated With
Houston Methodist Hospital
St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital
Texas Orthopedic Hospital
Professional Associations
American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
Member
1994 – Present
Texas Neurological Society (TNS)
Member
1994 – Present
Publications
“Chapter on Neuroanatomy” Neurology Secrets, (1998, 2016).
“Visual illusory and hallucinatory phenomena in a patient with left occipital seizures” Neurology, (2006): Kawai, M., Cherches, I.M., Goldsmith, I.L.
“Gene symbol: VHL. Disease: Von-Hippel-Lindau syndrome” Human Genetics, (2000): Baker, D.W., Cherches, I.M., Rothberg, P.G.
Personal Interests
Dr. Cherches’ hobbies include snow skiing, long distance cycling, martial arts, fishing, and hunting.
Biography
Dr. Cherches is passionate about Neurology and working closely with his patients across the Houston-area to help them achieve their optimal health. Dr. Cherches went to Rice University in Houston, TX, and completed his doctoral residency training at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. Additionally, Dr. Cherches specializes in General Adult Neurology and innovative Neuromuscular disorders care.