Neurologist and Neuro-Oncologist in Lake Mary, FL Serving Central Florida
The clarity of answers,
the comfort of kindness.
Neurology is complex. Getting care shouldn’t be. At Charis Neurology, board-certified neurologist and fellowship-trained neuro-oncologist Dr. Sherif Makar provides testing, diagnosis, and treatment on-site. Conveniently located in Lake Mary, Charis Neurology cares for patients across Seminole, Volusia, and Orange Counties and throughout Central Florida.
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Fellowship
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THE CHARIS DIFFERENCE
Most neurologists send you away for tests. We do not.
You drive to imaging centers. You wait weeks for reports. You feel anxious. Charis was built to shorten that path, with evaluation, imaging, treatment, and follow-through in one place.
THE TYPICAL WAY
- Separate imaging center
- Days or weeks waiting on reports
- Anxiety while results sit in limbo
- Another handoff before answers
THE CHARIS WAY
- MRI, EEG, and infusion are on-site
- Testing and treatment happen down the hall
- Answers are coordinated by one team
- Follow-through is part of the visit
Everything is here. The goal is clarity in days, not weeks.
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Evaluation
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On-Site Testing
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Fast Answers
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Treatment
APPOINTMENTS & REFERRALS
Ready for a clearer next step?
Call our Lake Mary team or book online through Privia. We will help you choose the clearest next step.
WHERE PRECISION MEETS GRACE
Where precision medicine meets genuine compassion, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-through under one roof.
SPECIALIZED NEUROLOGY CARE
Specialized care for neurological conditions
We treat brain, spine, and nerve disorders, from routine migraine relief to complex cancer care.
FOUR AREAS
OF FOCUS
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Head & Brain
- Migraine & headache care
- Memory loss & Alzheimer’s disease
- Seizures & epilepsy
- Stroke recovery
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Nerves & Movement
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Multiple sclerosis care
- Parkinson’s & movement disorders
- Gait & balance problems
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Neuro-Oncology
- Primary brain tumors & glioblastoma
- Metastatic brain tumors
- Spine oncology
- Cancer survivorship care
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Diagnostics & Treatment
- High-field MRI
- EEG video monitoring
- EMG & nerve studies
- Infusion Therapy Suite
- Botox for Migraines
BOARD CERTIFIED · FELLOWSHIP TRAINED
Specialized care many neurology offices refer out
Dr. Sherif Makar is one of the few specialists in Central Florida who is both a Board-Certified Neurologist and a Fellowship-Trained Neuro-Oncologist. This training changes how we treat you. It allows us to handle complex brain tumors and rare neuro-immunological conditions that most general neurologists refer out. Whether you need routine migraine relief or complex cancer care, you get expert-level care right here in Lake Mary.
Kindness is not separate from medicine, it is the practice of it.
Dr. Sherif Makar, MD
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY, COMFORTABLE SETTING
Hospital-grade diagnostics, without the hospital.
Everything is here, so we get the data we need instantly, without sending you to a third party.
IMAGING
High-Field MRI Suite
Experience precise brain and spine imaging with our wide-bore MRI, designed to reduce anxiety and deliver hospital-quality clarity.
TREATMENT
Private Infusion Suite
A quiet, monitored environment for MS and biological therapies. Relax in comfort while our nursing team manages your treatment.
TESTING
On-Site Diagnostic Lab
From EEG seizure monitoring to EMG nerve testing, we get the data we need instantly, without sending you to a third party.
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"For the first time, I left a neurology office feeling heard, and with a plan."
Trusted, board-certified care backed by real patient experiences.
READY TO BE HEARD?
Ready to be heard?
Call (407) 603-1633 or book online. Mon-Fri, 8 AM to 5 PM.
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently asked questions
Still have a question? Call us at (407) 603-1633. Our team responds within one business day.
Do you offer diagnostic testing on-site?
Yes. Charis Neurology provides on-site MRI, EEG, EMG/nerve studies, and infusion therapy whenever clinically appropriate, so many patients receive evaluation and treatment in one coordinated location.
Do I need a referral to see a neurologist?
Referral requirements vary by insurance plan. Some plans require a referral from your primary care provider, while others allow you to schedule directly. Our Lake Mary team can help verify what your plan requires before your first neurology visit.
How soon can I get an appointment?
Availability changes by week, but Charis Neurology is designed to shorten the path from concern to evaluation. If you are dealing with new or worsening neurological symptoms, call our office and we will help identify the earliest appropriate appointment.
What neurological conditions do you treat?
We diagnose and treat migraine and headache disorders, memory loss and Alzheimer's disease, seizures and epilepsy, stroke recovery, peripheral neuropathy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease and movement disorders, gait and balance problems, and brain and spine tumor concerns.
Who will I see at my appointment?
Care is led by Dr. Sherif Makar, a board-certified neurologist and fellowship-trained neuro-oncologist, with support from the Charis Neurology advanced practice team. Dr. Makar oversees diagnosis, testing, and treatment planning.
Where are you located, and what areas do you serve?
Charis Neurology is located at 775 Primera Blvd, Suite 1031, Lake Mary, FL 32746. We serve patients from Lake Mary, Sanford, Longwood, Oviedo, Altamonte Springs, Winter Springs, Casselberry, Heathrow, Orlando, Winter Park, Maitland, Apopka, Deltona, Orange City, DeBary, Lake Helen, and Central Florida.
Do you accept insurance through Privia?
Charis Neurology is part of Privia Provider Network, Central Florida. Insurance participation can vary by plan, so our team can help confirm network status, referral needs, and billing details before your visit.
What should I bring to my first neurology visit?
Please bring your photo ID, insurance card, medication list, prior imaging reports or discs, EEG/EMG results if available, referral paperwork if required by your plan, and a written timeline of your symptoms or concerns.
Is parking available at the Lake Mary office?
Yes. Parking is available at the Primera Boulevard medical office location. If you need mobility support, call before your visit and our team can help you plan the easiest arrival route.
Can I come for a second opinion about a brain or spine tumor?
Yes. Dr. Makar's fellowship training in neuro-oncology allows Charis Neurology to provide second-opinion evaluations for brain tumors, metastatic brain tumors, spine oncology concerns, treatment planning, and survivorship questions.
STOP WAITING. START HEALING.
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Our team responds within one business day. For urgent concerns, please call us directly.
VISIT US IN LAKE MARY
Lake Mary, FL 32746
Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Phone(407) 603-1633Fax(833) 438-5536