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- Young Adult 18-25
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Languages
- Ukrainian
- Russian
- Spanish
- English
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About Alex Pantelyat
Professional Titles
- Director, Atypical Parkinsonism Center
- Director, Johns Hopkins Center for Music & Medicine
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Neurology
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Dr. Alexander Pantelyat cares for patients with movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease and related syndromes, essential tremor, dystonia, chorea and normal pressure hydrocephalus. He also provides botulinum toxin injections for movement disorders and is involved in deep brain stimulation programming and intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring.
His research explores atypical parkinsonian disorders, such as dementia with Lewy bodies, progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal syndrome/degeneration and multiple system atrophy; cognitive aspects of movement disorders; and music-based rehabilitation of neurodegenerative diseases.
Dr. Pantelyat earned his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, where he was elected a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and received the Matthew T. Moore Prize in Neurology. He completed his residency training in Neurology at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, and a fellowship in movement disorders at the University of Pennsylvania/Philadelphia VA Medical Center.
As part of his fellowship, Dr. Pantelyat also completed the Clinical Research Certificate Program at the Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics. He is a 2013 American Academy of Neurology Palatucci Advocacy Leader and grant recipient.
Centers and Institutes
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Videos
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
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With encore, Baltimore singer becomes Alzheimer’s inspiration at age 91, Baltimore Sun (1/23/2022)
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The Rhythm of Healthier Aging | Center for Innovative Medicine (Summer 2021)
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Johns Hopkins Medicine Helps Create Treatment Guide for Neurodegenerative Disorders | Johns Hopkins Medicine (7/15/21)
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CurePSP’s clinical guide to rare neurodegenerative conditions is published by leading neurology journal | CurePSP (7/6/2021)
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Four New CIM Scholars Announced | Medicine Matters (10/23/2020)
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Getting in the Ring with Parkinson's Disease, WMAR Channel 2 News, Baltimore (6/8/2019)
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The Joy and Pain of Playing Music, Voice of America (12/11/18)
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CNN Founder Ted Turner Reveals He Has Lewy Body Dementia: 'I Can't Remember What My Disease Is', People (9/28/2018)
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Music a Potent Therapy For Parkinson's Sufferers, WYPR (4/26/18)
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All Your Questions About Levodopa for Parkinson's Disease, Answered. Everyday Health (3/26/2018)
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8 Ways to Manage Dyskinesia and Parkinson's Disease. Everyday Health (3/22/2018)
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He was the ‘Golden Throat’ of Cox Radio. Until the day he woke up and couldn’t speak. The Washington Post (12/18/17)
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Music and Medicine: Finding Harmony, Johns Hopkins University (10/17/2017)
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Podcast: Atypical Parkinsonisms. Foxfeed Blog: The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
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Does Listening to Music Improve Your Focus? The Wall Street Journal (07/26/2017)
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Johns Hopkins partners with Peabody Institute to increase patient engagement through music, FierceHealthcare (05/30/2017)
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Emerging Hopkins center harmonizing music and medicine, Baltimore Sun (05/26/2017)
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Studying music as the prescription, Johns Hopkins Magazine (Fall 2016)
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Robin Williams and the Brain Disorder That Drove Him to Suicide: What Is Lewy Body Dementia? People Magazine (11/5/2015)
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A 1-2 Punch to Parkinson's Eagle Tribune (07/15/2017)
Research Summary
Dr. Pantelyat's research explores atypical parkinsonian disorders, such as dementia with Lewy bodies, progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal syndrome/degeneration and multiple system atrophy; cognitive aspects of movement disorders; and music-based rehabilitation of neurodegenerative diseases.
PubMed - Publications
Selected Publications
Pantelyat A, Dreyfuss M, Moore P, Gross R, Schuck T, Irwin D, Trojanowski J, Grossman M. Acalculia in autopsy-proven corticobasal degeneration. Neurology. 2011;76:S61-63
Pantelyat A, Frucht S. (Pending publication October 2014) Botulinum toxin for task-specific or occupational/musicians’ dystonia. Chapter 8 in Botulinum toxin in neurology: applications and procedures, ed. Virgilio Evidente. Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell, 2014
Pantelyat A, Galetta SL, Pruitt AA. Central Neurogenic Hyperventilation: A sign of CNS Lymphoma. Neurology: Clinical Practice (accepted for publication 2/28/14)
Pantelyat, A, Grossman, M. (October 2013) Apraxias. In: eLS 2013, John Wiley & Sons Ltd:Chichester. http://www.els.net
Aleman T, Cideciyan A, Windsor E, Schwartz S, Swider M, Chico J, Pantelyat A, Duncan K, Gardner L, Emmons J, Steinberg S, Stone E, Jacobson S. Macular pigment and lutein supplementation in ABCA4-associated retinal degenerations. Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci. 2007;48(3):1319-29
Morley JM, Pawlowski SM, Kesari A, Maina I, Pantelyat A, Duda JE. Motor and non-motor features of Parkinson's disease that predict persistent drug-induced Parkinsonism. Parkinsonism Relat Disord. 2014 20(7):738-42
Mullen M, Pantelyat A, Pukenas B, Messe S. Teaching NeuroImages: occlusion of all 4 major extracranial vessels. Neurology. 2010;75(12):e51
Honors
- Alafouzos Family CIM HAP Scholar, Center for Innovative Medicine
- Top Doctor, Baltimore Magazine, 1/1/17
Memberships
- American Academy of Neurology, Emerging Leader
- American Neurological Association
- CurePSP
- Movement Disorder Society
Locations
- Levi Watkins, Jr., M.D., Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Baltimore, MD 21287
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- phone: 410-955-9441
- fax: 410-955-6402
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10751 Falls Road, Falls Concourse STE 250, Lutherville, MD 21093
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- 4940 Eastern Avenue, Suite 1201, Baltimore, MD 21224
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Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Philadelphia VA Medical Center, Movement Disorders, 2014
- Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania , Neurology, 2012
- Medical Education: Temple University School of Medicine, Medicine, MD, 2008
Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
82 ratings, 46 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
Exceptional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
Excellent, very knowledgeable
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2026
Excellent; I highly recommend him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2026
Doctors Alexander Pantelyat and [staff], both, were extremely knowledgeable, patient, positive and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
I chose Hopkins because of its reputation and I have not been disappointed!. I left Georgetown Hospital because I knew there had to be options to promote a better life with Parkinson's Disease. I immediately knew on my first visit, I made the right choice to move my care to Hopkins. It offered options I did not know existed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
He's great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
They do not come any better than Dr. Pantelyat! He is the most absolute best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Dr.Pantelyat was tremendous. He listened to me and showed respect. He gave many good suggestions which I will follow. He spent a lot of time with me. He's the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Trust and appreciation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Dr P was extremely knowledgeable and thorough. He is an excellent communicator who made sure that you understood what is happening to your body. He is very encouraging and helpful to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Dr Pantelyat is definitely best doctor I've seen in years. Extremely competent knowledgeable of his specialty concerned for his patient and listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
He is an accomplished neurologist who has a lot of experience w/ Parkinson's disease. That's really all that's important, though he has very good interpersonal skills, an added benefit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Pantelyat and his team are excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Answers all of my concerns. Explains why things are being done and their effect. Compassionate. Professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Dr. Alexander Pantelyat is exceptionally knowledgeable about my health condition. His thorough approach, clear explanations, and genuine compassion made a significant difference in my care. I have complete confidence in him and fully trust his recommendations for my treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Alex is the best!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
They're the best in every way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Excellent and knowledgeable physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
Dr Alex wasreally was great in his concern about his patients he is very much involved and loves his research programme
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
As always Dr P honors his patients wishes and provides support in alignment with the stated goal
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
He is a top doctor, researcher and teacher. He takes as long as necessary to interact with his patients answering an all questions. He has a gentle yet thorough manner when engaging with patients. I would recommend him without reservation to anyone with movement disorders, Parkinson's, or essential tremor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2026
He's very friendly, extremely knowledgeable the ultimate professional. It is a pleasure interacting with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Dr P is an excellent communicator. He never makes you feel rushed and creates an environment where two way dialogue is encouraged. He is genuine and positive..
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Thorough. Incredibly informative. Never rushed. Always respectful. An honor to be his patient. Top marks every time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Our favorite doctor of all time!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
The absolute best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Dr Alexander Pantelyat is the best doctor I meet thins I was diagnosed with Parkinson diseases.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Excellent doctor, through, personable, caring, extremely knowledgeable, brilliant, comforting, could not have been better!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Concern, professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Dr. Pantelyat was great as usual, however we waited over 3 hours past our appointment time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
He was kind and empathetic. He did not rush the appointment. I thought he was very thorough and explaine the plan for me going forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Dr. Pantelyat is an outstanding neurologist. He Is always up to date with the latest research and treatments for movement disorders. My appointments are the most thorough I've ever had with any physician. He listens carefully and treats me and my wife with care and respect. His diagnosis and treatments have dramatically improved my quality of my life. I would recommend him to anyone without reservation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Exceedingly kind, thorough, and detail oriented. Dr. Pantelyat has excellent interpersonal skills, and knowledge about his field. I feel well cared for and respected by him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Dr. Pantelyat is amazing. I have never had a doctor who has shown such interest in and was kinder to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Smart, compassionate, attentive .,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
My visit with him was great once I got in to see him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
Dr. Pantelyat is probably the best doctor I've had the pleasure of working with. He's an outstanding provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Dr. Pantelyat is an exceptional neurologist, and I feel blessed that my mother is under his care. He's very thorough and seems to take on the challenges head-on of his patients struggling with neurological conditions. I can't say enough about his professional skills and bedside manner, but I wish he could be cloned!! Lol
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Dr. Pantelyat was awesome. He listened to me and was respectful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Dr. Pantelyat is truly concerned about his patients. He is professional, addresses all concerns and explains in detail. I trust this doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Dr. Pantelyat is an outstanding doctor, superb at listening, explaining, and caring about each patient. One of the best I've ever encountered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Best physician I have ever seen. Extremely knowledgeable, accessible, patient and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Dr Pantelyat is outstanding. I feel fortunate to be in his care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Dr P is great. Very knowledgable and easy to talk to. He doesnt rush thru the visits and always shares clear next steps in writing at the end of a visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
In high demand, Gives so generously his time and knowledge. Outstanding personalized care in an ever-increasing robotic world.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Dr. Pantelyat was very helpful and caring. He is wonderful.