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About Me

Conditions I specialize in
  • Neurology
The nervous system has always fascinated Dr. Salem, especially the brain
and its functions. With 10 years of experience as a neurologist, he comes
to TriHealth after serving as vice chair of the neurosciences department
at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine.

Dr. Salem sees patients of all ages for a wide range of disorders
affecting the brain, spinal cord and nerves. He believes in forging strong
relationships based on mutual trust. He listens carefully to his patients
and provides the counseling needed to understand the diagnosis
and condition. He urges patients to take the lead in their medical
management.

With a goal to live better, Dr. Salem encourages everyone to learn more
about general health subjects and to seek medical advice early. He finds
it rewarding to help his patients improve their quality of life.
Dr. Salem is married and has three children. He enjoys sports, especially
soccer, as well as reading and history.
 

Education

  • University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine | Medical School, 2001
    Doctor of Medicine (MD)
  • University of Texas Medical School at Houston | Internship, 2006
  • University of Nebraska Medical Center | Residency, 2009

Certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology | Board, 2009
    Neurology

Ratings and Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
4.8 / 5 (395 ratings, 10 comments)
Comments from patients
  • 5 / 5
    Dr & Nurses very good.
    Reviewed September 18, 2025
  • 5 / 5
    Very thorough, he came up with a very comprehensive care plan & went to great lengths to explain everything to me. Took the time to listen & assess & come up with a game plan.
    Reviewed September 17, 2025
  • 5 / 5
    Dr Salem was very attentive and caring. He was able to quickly confirm my diagnosis and set me on a path to healing with an agreeable, actionable plan. And he has a wonderful 'bedside manner'.
    Reviewed September 13, 2025
  • 5 / 5
    Dr Basel Salem is a very sweet compassionate physician. He has my migraines that were chronic and severe almost eliminated with just here and there mirgraines now
    Reviewed September 07, 2025
  • 5 / 5
    Dr. Salem is THE BEST OF THE BEST!!!! I am so very blessed to have him as my neurologist! He takes the time to listen to all of my concerns and truly cares!
    Reviewed August 25, 2025
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