Nima K. Beheshti, DO

About the provider

As an osteopathic physician, Nima Beheshti, DO, is trained to recognize the interconnectedness of the body’s systems to promote overall health and wellness. As a neurologist, Dr. Beheshti specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that affect the nervous system (brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves). His areas of expertise consist of treatment of movement disorders – which includes parkinsonism – tremors, balance issues, stiffness and rigidity of the muscles, and Huntington’s disease. Dr. Beheshti’s focuses on coaching patients through lifestyle modifications in addition to medication management.

Highly skilled in diagnosing and treating Parkinson’s disease, as well as other forms of parkinsonism, Dr. Beheshti’s approach to care includes managing diet and exercise, mood and mental health, and gastrointestinal health. He specializes in evaluating all types of tremors, including those of the hands, legs, face, and torso. Dr. Beheshti is adept at managing multiple conditions with a Deep Brain Stimulator (DBS), a surgical implant that can help control symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and more. Additionally, he is trained in botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for spasticity and dystonia.

Dr. Beheshti has a broad range of education and experience including studies in breaking down barriers to wellness in healthcare. Fluent in three languages, his background encompasses research, teaching, and contributing to peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Beheshti has also participated in several medical education initiatives designed to improve the health of California’s diverse communities.

Following completion of a Master of Public Health degree in nutrition from the University of California, Berkeley in 2015, Dr. Beheshti earned his degree as a doctor of osteopathic medicine from Rocky Vista University in 2019. Postgraduate clinical training included a neurology residency program at the University of California, Davis, where he served a term as chief resident. Dr. Beheshti also completed a fellowship at UC Davis focused on movement disorders.

Completing multiple fellowships in health leadership, Dr. Beheshti has developed his interests in physician wellness, public health, community engagement, nutrition, and healthcare delivery for underserved/underinsured populations.

When not working, Dr. Beheshti enjoys spending time adventuring and painting with his amazing wife, reading and playing board games.