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Ankur Butala

Ankur Butala, MD

Neurology

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 3-12
  • Adolescent 13-17
  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Ankur Butala

Primary Academic Title

Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Dr. Ankur Butala specializes in the care of persons with complex neuropsychiatric conditions, including persons with advanced Parkinson Disease or other movement or neurodegenerative disorders. Upon graduating from a selective Physician-Scientist program at Albany Medical College, he joined the University of Massachusetts in an uncommon residency in both Neurology and Psychiatry. Dual-trained neuropsychiatrists such as Dr. Butala have experience with: Parkinson Disease and atypical Parkinsonism, Huntington Disease, Ataxia, Dystonia, early-onset dementia, traumatic brain injury and chronic traumatic encephalopathy, autism spectrum disorders, medication refractory mood and psychotic disorders, epilepsy and functional neurological disorders. 

In residency, he developed an interest in circuit models of brain function and how non-pharmacological approaches such as Neuromodulation and brain stimulation may be used to address treatment-resistant conditions. Consequently, he joined Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine as a Clinical and Research Fellow from 2015 to 2018, where he developed a skill set including deep brain stimulation, non-invasive brain stimulation (tDCS), and measurement of eye movements.

Currently, Dr. Butala's clinical and research interests are in diagnosing and managing persons with advanced Parkinson's Disease, movement disorders, and neuropsychiatric conditions using neuromodulation, cannabinoids, and entheogens. He has ongoing multidisciplinary collaborations with colleagues at the Whiting School of Engineering - Center of Speech & Language Processing in using Machine-Learning Models and Artificial Intelligence to improve the detection and diagnosis of Movement and Neuropsychiatric disorders. 

Additional Academic Titles

Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

Research Interests

Artificial Intelligence, Deep Brain Stimulation, Digital Biomarkers

Selected Publications

  • Ilg W, Branscheidt M, Butala A, Celnik P, de Paola L, Horak FB, Schols L, Teive HA, Vogel A, Zee DS, Timmann D. Consensus paper: Neurophysiological assessments of ataxias in daily practice. Cerebellum. 2018. Epub  pending.

  • Jun-O'Connell AH, Butala A, Morales IB, Henniger N, Deligiannidis KM, Byatt N, et al. The Prevelaence of Bipolar Disorders and Association With Quality of LIfe in a Cohort of Patients With Multiple Sclerosis. The Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences.  2017;29(1):45-51. Epub 2016/08/20. doi:10.1176/appi.neuropsych.15120403. PubMed PMID: 27539374;PubMed Central PMCID: PMCPMC5288280. Co-First Author

Honors

  • Alpha Omega Honor Medical Society, Alpha Omega, 1/1/14
  • Outstanding House Office Award, UMass Memorial Medical Center, 1/1/14

Memberships

  • American Psychiatric Association
  • American Neuropsychiatric Association
  • American Academy of Neurology
  • International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
  • Alpha Omega Alpha

Locations

  1. Levi Watkins, Jr., M.D., Outpatient Center
  2. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
    • 10751 Falls Road, Falls Concourse STE 250, Lutherville, MD 21093
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Movement Disorders, 2018
  • Residency: UMass Memorial Medical Center, 2014
  • Medical Education: Albany Medical College, MD, 2008

Board Certifications

  • Psychiatry: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2014
  • Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2014

Insurance

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  • 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

4.9 out of 5

139 ratings, 67 reviews

The 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.

Overall Rating by Patient
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Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/11/2026

    Dr. Butala is both passionate and empathetic. He is clearly steeped in his fields, overflowing with ideas and theories.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    Dr Butala is an incredible doctor and I am lucky to have him. He is pleasant, extremely smart and caring and goes above and beyond to help me. Thank you Dr. Butala!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2026

    Excellent evaluation and explanation of issues

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Dr. Butala is exceptional concerning how he conveys complicated subject matter into easy to understand information. He is extremely thorough while considering all aspects of my health conditions. He gives me every opportunity to ensure that I understand his explanations and advice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    I have heard about Johns Hopkins excellence however Dr. Ankur Butala exceeded all my expectations. I have Parkinson and had visited my facilities , but I can say with 100% certainty that I feel privileged to be under Dr. Ankur Butala's care. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    DR. Butala is excellent. Thorough, professional, and answered all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    All members of the team were very professional. They treated us with dignity and compassion!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Wonderful clinician and person

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Outstanding care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Dr. Butala is wonderful on so many levels! He has a gift for listening, a gift of limitless expertise in his field and a gift of caring for his patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Dr. Butala is one of the best doctors I've seen for my Dystonia and gives me treatment for all my related disabilities too. I've been to the University of Michigan and University of Florida over the last 20+ years and since I started going to Johns Hopkins in 2025 I've had the best treatment to date.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    Excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    I trust Dr. Butala. He's very knowledgeable about my specific issues and always listens to any questions of concerns I may have during my appt.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Always takes the time to discuss your diagnosis, explain procedures, ask your opinion regarding the plan and if you have have questions. Extremely caring, knowledgeable, patient and simply the best care I've had regarding a diagnosis that took almost 3 years to diagnose. Absolutely fabulous physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Dr. Butala is BRILLIANT. HE IS THE BEST OF THE BEST!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Excellent and more

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    I liked Dr Butala very much. He seemed well informed and knowledgeable about my condition and the steeps needed for me to maximize my quality of life decisions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    Dr Butala is the best doctor I've ever had. He very though and never rushes through my appointments. He takes the time to explain things in detail so my wife and I understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Very good doctor. Always tries to improve conditions for the patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Best fit among providers

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Excellent knowledge concerning my condition

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    The Best, I'm very lucky to have him as my Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Very determined to fix my issue

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    Dr. Butala is knowledgeable, thoughtful, and thorough. He listens to my concerns and asks good questions about my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    Understanding for my health

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Veryinformative. Very concerned about my problems

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    He is very prepared to see me. He is very knowledgeable about his specialty.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    He is the absolute best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    Intelligent, caring, and friendly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Dr. Butala is an outstanding Physician in his profession of Neuroscience Behavioral and Movement Disorders!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Superb skilled neurologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Extremely attentive. Patient kind knowledgeable. Listens. Answers questions thoroughly. Best follow up ever. Highly appreciate and am so fortunate to have Dr. Butala.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    Dr. Butala provides excellent care and is extremely thorough. He has been so helpful and provided a good comprehensive approach to managing my Parkinson's Disease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    He is very good: trustworthy and very competent. We can rely on his judgement.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Dr. Butala is excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Very hands on & caring Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    Dr Butala is terrific. So helpful and wants to keep exploring my issues. I'm so appreciative of him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Dr. Butala is absolutely wonderful. Respectful, knowledgeable, and thorough. You can tell he loves his job and caring for people.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    I don't feel rushed during y appointment. He genuinely cares and takes the time to find out what needs to be done

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    Dr Butala is an excellent physician. Hel gives me a piece of mind about my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    The best and happy I found him to care for my situation.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Great doctor so happy I found him.Very smart and knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Skilled, knowledgeable, professional, careing provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Dr Butala is an outstanding medical professional. In every way, he cares for me as his patient; he listens carefully, responds creatively and is extremely thorough. I have indeed recommended him to my friends, some of whom use him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    Dr Butala was great, providing a probable diagnosis.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    We like Dr Butala very much. He does not rush appointments and answers all our questions. Also looked to see if eligible for clinical trials/research. Followup to portal questions, including review of completed testing and scans needs improvement.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    Excellent, caring, patient

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    Dr Butala was very thorough, caring, kind, knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Dr Butala is very knowledgeable and kind

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    He had s0o much information it was hard t5o comprehend. He had a lovely personality.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    He was wonderful MY

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Friendly. The doctor looked at medication issues in broadest possible way, taking into account chronic low-grade depression and ADD as well evaluating the effectiveness of medication for the presenting issue (genetic ataxia condition).

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/3/2025

    Dr. Butala is a fabulous doctor concerning Parkinson's. He explains everything fully and takes his time with the patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    Very thorough & accommodating.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Excellent, very educated and up to date on medical advances, very thorough and gives lot of time with me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    Good visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/21/2025

    Dr. Butala is thorough, makes recommendations based on careful observation and testing, and based on science and very current treatment ideas.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/13/2025

    He is always professional, personable and wise

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/9/2025

    Dr Butala is a lifesaver

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    Dr. Butala is very thoughtful and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Dr Butala is very knowledgeable and professional. And he is thoughtful. He is the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Very informative, up to date.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Thorough, kind, considerate, put the whole picture of history and symptoms together and ordered testing to confirm/rule out. Pleasant. Took time to explain thoroughly, allowed questions and provided explanations. Directed me to resources about conditions. Really pleased and trusted this provider. T

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    Dr. Butala is a great doctor. He is kind, knowledgeable and easy to talk to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    Dr. Butala is knowledgeable and gives up to date, thoughtful advise.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2025

    Dr Butala is very informative & professional