Doctor Spotlight: James Beegan, MD

“I hope you feel better soon.”

This is what Dr. James Beegan says to nearly every patient that leaves his exam room. They will be the first to tell you he is compassionate, sensitive and thorough.

Dr. Beegan grew up in Portsmouth, OH and knew he wanted to help people with disabilities since he was a child. He had a role model who helped guide his path.

“My mother was a Physical Therapist, and I spent a lot of time with her observing patients. She recommended I go into medical school.”

Beegan was accepted to The Ohio State University. He obtained his medical degree as well as his residency training there, focusing on physical medicine and rehabilitation.

After graduation, he followed his wife Beverly to the Dayton area where she was in residency. That’s when he found Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders.

“I’ve been here more than 20 years at this point. It’s been a great partnership,” said Dr. Beegan.

In his practice, Dr. Beegan focuses on helping patients in the aftermath of stroke, traumatic brain injuries, or spinal cord issues. He also helps patients who are living with Cerebral Palsy and Multiple Sclerosis. His main goal: help his patients have a better quality of life.

“The best part of my practice is talking with the patient and their family and solving problems. A guided exercise program goes a long way. We are still waiting on a lot of cures but there have been a lot of great innovations over the last 20 years that can help a patient live more comfortably.”

Dr. Beegan also conducts electrodiagnostic studies which evaluates people for numbness, pain and weakness.

When he is not helping patients, Dr. Beegan spends time with his wife and three grown children and enjoys traveling. But one of the most unique hobbies he has is creating, painting, and playing miniature figures as part of the Historical Miniatures Gaming Society.