Neurological care, centered around you.
Compassionate, comprehensive neurology for adults in person and through telemedicine.
- CALL OR TEXT 469-281-5478
- TELEMEDICINE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT TEXAS
- APPOINTMENTS MAY BE AVAILABLE WITHIN 24 HOURS
- IN PERSON IN MCKINNEY, TEXAS
- CALL OR TEXT 469-281-5478
- TELEMEDICINE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT TEXAS
- APPOINTMENTS MAY BE AVAILABLE WITHIN 24 HOURS
- IN PERSON IN MCKINNEY, TEXAS
Headache, epilepsy, neuropathy, memory and more
Numbness, weakness, dizziness, memory changes
EEG, EMG, Botox, nerve blocks, second opinions
A neurology visit that starts with listening
Northline Neurology is an independent adult neurology practice in McKinney. Visits are unhurried: we review your history, examine you carefully, and explain what we found in plain language before deciding on next steps.
Subject to availability.
From home, work or while traveling in state.
See a neurologist from home, anywhere in Texas. Appointments may be available within 24 hours.
We accept most major commercial insurance plans, Medicare, as well as self-pay. Contact us directly for self-pay options.
Zainab Alalawi, MD
Board-Certified Neurologist & Clinical Neurophysiologist
Dr. Zainab Alalawi is a board certified neurologist and clinical neurophysiologist with experience practicing within major academic and hospital health systems. She previously served as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Kansas Health System and practiced as a neurologist at Dartmouth Health in New Hampshire. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in both Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology.
Dr. Alalawi believes that better understanding and better communication lead to better care. Her approach is centered on helping patients understand their neurological condition, treatment options, and goals so they can make informed decisions that reflect their individual needs and priorities. Recognizing that fragmented care can create unnecessary stress and uncertainty, she also prioritizes direct communication with primary care physicians and other specialists, helping to close the loop between members of a patient’s care team and provide a more coordinated approach to care.
Board Certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) - Neurology
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) - Clinical Neurophysiology
Education and Training
Medical School
Charles University School of Medicine, Prague, Czech Republic
Residency Training
Neurology Residency, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
Fellowship Training
Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
Previous Professional Appointments
- Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurology, University of Kansas Health System
- Neurologist, Dartmouth Health
Clinical Areas of Interest
- Epilepsy and seizure-related conditions
- Neurological conditions affecting women throughout different stages of life
- Brain health, prevention, and high-impact lifestyle strategies
- Holistic neurological care integrating evidence-based medicine with appropriate complementary approaches to improve quality of life
Society Memberships
- American Academy of Neurology
- American Epilepsy Society
- Texas Neurological Society (TNS)
- Women’s Neurology Group
Care across the range of adult neurology
Short, plain-language overviews of the conditions we see most, each linked to related videos and articles.
Headaches and Migraines
Migraines may cause throbbing headache pain, nausea, visual changes, and sensitivity to light or sound.
Epilepsy and Seizures
Seizures result from abnormal electrical activity in the brain and may cause staring, confusion, unusual movements, loss of awareness or consciousness, or convulsions.
Concussion Head Injury
A concussion may lead to headache, dizziness, nausea, light sensitivity, brain fog, memory difficulty, or problems with balance.
Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is an inflammatory condition of the brain and spinal cord that may affect vision, sensation, strength, balance, fatigue, and cognition.
Parkinson's Disease and Tremor
Parkinson’s disease may affect movement, balance, and cognition, causing tremor, stiffness, slowness, walking difficulty, and other non-motor symptoms.
Memory Loss and Alzheimer's Disease
Persistent changes in memory, language, judgment, behavior, or everyday abilities may reflect Alzheimer’s disease or another treatable or neurological condition.
Not sure which condition fits? Start with what you notice.
- Numbness or tingling
- Muscle weakness
- Tremors or abnormal movements
- Memory changes or confusion
- Dizziness or imbalance
- Fainting or unexplained loss of consciousness
- Vision or speech changes
- Persistent headaches
- Muscle cramps or pain
Testing and treatment, mostly in one office
Diagnostics and in-office procedures, explained before anything is scheduled.
EEG Testing
An EEG records the brain’s electrical activity and helps evaluate seizures, staring spells, and unexplained episodes of lost awareness or consciousness.
EMG and Nerve-Conduction Studies
EMG and nerve-conduction studies show how well the nerves and muscles are working when you have numbness, tingling, weakness, cramping, or muscle loss.
Botox for Chronic Migraine
Botox is a preventive treatment for adults with chronic migraine who experience 15 or more headache days each month.
Botox for Spasticity
Targeted Botox injections relax selected overactive muscles to reduce spasticity and improve comfort, positioning, and movement.
Trigger Point Injections
Trigger point injections target painful, tight areas of muscle that may contribute to persistent head, neck, shoulder, or upper-back pain.
Occipital Nerve Blocks
An occipital nerve block places numbing medication near the nerves at the back of the head to evaluate and relieve certain headache patterns.
In person in McKinney, by telemedicine anywhere in Texas
Patients travel to us from across Collin County and North Dallas. If travel is difficult, a telemedicine visit covers most follow-ups and many first visits.
Ready to be seen?
Call or text 469-281-5478, or send a request and our office will contact you to confirm a time. Appointments may be available within 24 hours.