Mahsa Khayat-Khoei, MD

English, Farsi

My patient care philosophy is centered on open communication, empathy, and collaboration. I believe that building trust starts with truly listening to my patients, understanding their concerns, and involving them in every decision regarding their treatment. I take a holistic approach to care, considering not only their medical condition but also their emotional, social, and lifestyle factors. By creating a safe, respectful environment where patients feel empowered and understood, I aim to foster long-term relationships that encourage active participation in their health journey.

Dr. Mahsa Khayat-Khoei is a fellowship-trained neuroimmunologist dedicated to advancing care for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), neuroimmunological conditions, and headaches. Her approach to medicine is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and empowering patients to take an active role in their health. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Khayat-Khoei conducts research focused on the pathology of MS and the development of new treatments through immunology and regenerative medicine. Fluent in English and Persian (Farsi), she is committed to serving the diverse communities of Riverside County and mentoring the next generation of physicians through teaching and research.

• Outside of medicine, what do you enjoy doing? Hobbies/interests, etc. Outside of medicine, I enjoy swimming, cooking, gardening, and watching movies. These activities help me unwind and maintain a balanced life.
• Why did you choose to practice at UCR Health? I chose to practice at UCR Health because of its strong commitment to serving the diverse community of Riverside County and its focus on providing high-quality, patient-centered care. UCR Health’s collaborative environment and emphasis on research align with my goals of combining clinical practice with advancing medical knowledge. Additionally, the opportunity to work alongside talented colleagues and teach medical students, contributing to the training of the next generation of physicians, deeply resonates with me.

Female

• Neurology

• Massachusetts Full Medical License
• California Full Medical License

• American Academy of Neurology Career Development Award
• National Multiple Sclerosis Society Postdoctoral Fellowship Award

• COVID-19 mRNA vaccination leading to CNS inflammation: a case series
• Negative anti-SARS-CoV-2 S antibody response following Pfizer SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in a patient on ocrelizumab
• A direct visuosensory cortical connectivity of the human limbic system. Dissecting the trajectory of the parieto-occipito-hypothalamic tract in the human brain using diffusion weighted tractography

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• Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences - Tehran, Iran

• University of Texas Health Science Center - Neurology

• Harvard Medical School - Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology