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NORTH TEXAS INSTITUTE OF NEUROLOGY & HEADACHE (NTINH)

North Texas Institute of Neurology and Headache (NTINH) is a rapidly-evolving Neurology and Migraine Headache Relief practice with locations in both Plano and Frisco, Texas. Our practice strives to encompass patients' individual needs with a comprehensive and individualized approach, emphasizing ccessibility and incorporating ancillary services. We are global leaders in the diagnosis, treatment, and implementation of individualized management plans for patients suffering from migraine headaches and other neurological needs. NTINH offers a unique approach to headache medicine, taking into account more of the how and why, as opposed to just the what.

NTINH is headed by Brian D. Sorin, M.D., who ranks among the top neurotoxin (Xeomin, Botox, Myobloc, Dysport) injectors in the country.

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North Texas Institute of Neurology & Headache, Texas Headache Center & General Neurology Services

Our Services

North Texas Institute of Neurology & Headache (NTINH) is excited to provide a wide range of services to accommodate all of our patients and their needs.

North Texas Institute of Rheumatology

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Acute Center For Headache Emergency (A.C.H.E.)

Urgent headache patients can usually be seen the same day in our A.C.H.E headache clinic. Our A.C.H.E for headache clinic is open five days a week during regular office hours…

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North Texas Neurodiagnostics

At North Texas Neurodiagnostics we take every step to ensure our patients receive the best treatment possible. The diagnostic testing can be difficult for some patients to understand; therefore, our…

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Integrative Sleep Solutions

A sleep disorder, or somnipathy, is a medical disorder of the sleep patterns of a person. Some sleep disorders are serious enough to interfere with normal physical, mental, social, and…

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Texas Headache Center

Headache medicine is a very complex field of practice. The genesis of a headache can stem from a myriad of underlying ailments, encompassing but not limited to those found in…

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Neuromuscular Solutions

Studies have shown that migraines and headaches can be related to myofascial restriction in the shoulders, neck and upper back. Most people suffer from some sort of myofascial restriction, which…

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Neurocog

Neurocognitive testing gives a standardized way to get a snapshot of brain health. The tests are objective, and the scores give physicians a way to compare a to the rest…

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Frisco Imaging Center

Along with our highly trained technologist, board-certified radiologist, and anesthesiologist, the Frisco Imaging Center maintains the highest quality of imaging and customer service. For our anxious or claustrophobic patients, we…

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Meet the Staff & Providers

Brian D. Sorin, MD

With the North Texas Institute of Neurology & Headache in Plano, TX, Dr. Sorin has designed a practice which he prides himself on for having an old-school feel. He is…

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Brian D. Sorin, MD
Karen Bontia, MD

Dr. Bontia completed medical school at the University of the Philippines. She did her neurology residency at the North Shore-Long Island Jewish Hospital in Manhasset, NY, where she also served…

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Karen Bontia, MD
Elaine C. Timm, MD

Elaine C. Timm, M.D. is a headache physician with a strong background in primary care. Dr. Timm has been trained in all aspects of headache medicine, including migraine, cervicogenic headache,…

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Elaine C. Timm, MD
Annette Okai, MD

Director of Neuroimmunology & Multiple Sclerosis Research   Dr. Annette Okai is fellowship trained in Multiple Sclerosis. She is the Director of Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis Research at North Texas…

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Annette Okai, MD
Varuni Rao, DO

Varuni Rao, DO, graduated from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, New York. Her internship and residency in Internal Medicine were completed at New York Medical College…

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Varuni Rao, DO
Kylie O’Laughlin, PA-C

Kylie is a Licensed Certified Physician Assistant. Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, she attended Georgia State University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. She then attended…

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Kylie O’Laughlin, PA-C
Sara Freeman, PA-C

Sara Freeman is a Licensed Certified Physician Assistant. Born and raised in New Orleans, she earned her undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University, followed by a Masters of Medical Science…

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Sara Freeman, PA-C
Dena Miller DNP, FNP-BC

Dena Miller is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner.  She has particular interest in Multiple Sclerosis and Headache and has certifications as both a Multiple Sclerosis Certified Specialist through Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis…

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Dena Miller DNP, FNP-BC
Annie Roberson, PA

Annie is from Louisiana where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Louisiana Tech University. She then attended Mississippi College where she received her Master of Science in…

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Annie Roberson, PA
Alexa LeBaron, PA

Alexa LeBaron is a Licensed Certified Physician Assistant. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of North Texas, followed by the completion of her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies…

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Alexa LeBaron, PA