Dr. Leila Bostan Shirin is a dedicated and highly trained neurologist specializing in movement disorders, with extensive clinical experience in diagnosing and treating both hypokinetic and hyperkinetic neurological conditions. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) and is widely recognized for her commitment to delivering comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based neurological care. With years of advanced training across internationally respected medical institutions, Dr. Bostan Shirin brings deep expertise and a patient-centered approach to every aspect of her practice.
Dr. Bostan Shirin earned her medical degree from Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences in Iran, where she laid the foundation for her medical career. She later completed her medical internship and neurology residency at Saint Louis University Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri, receiving rigorous training in a broad spectrum of neurological conditions. Her passion for movement disorders led her to pursue a fellowship at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, one of the most prestigious programs in the United States, where she gained specialized expertise in diagnosing and managing complex movement-related conditions.
Her clinical interests span a wide range of disorders. Among the hypokinetic movement disorders, she routinely evaluates and treats
- Parkinson’s disease
- Progressive supranuclear palsy
- Multiple systems atrophy
- Lewy body dementia
- Normal pressure hydrocephalus
- Vascular parkinsonism
She is equally skilled in treating hyperkinetic disorders,
- Essential tremor
- Blepharospasm
- Cervical dystonia
- Hemifacial spasm
- Huntington’s Chorea
- Tic disorders (including Tourette syndrome)
- Myoclonus
- Spasticity
With a reputation for her meticulous diagnostic skills, empathetic communication, and dedication to improving quality of life, Dr. Bostan Shirin continues to serve as an invaluable resource for patients navigating complex neurological conditions.
Education
- Movement Disorders Fellowship, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
- Neurology Residency, Saint Louis University Hospital, Saint Louis, Missouri
- Medical Internship, Saint Louis University Hospital, Saint Louis, Missouri
- MD Doctor of Medicine, Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Iran
Certification
- Board Certification in Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Languages Spoken
- English