Neurologists Directory
Parkinson's Specialists
Movement disorder specialists are neurologists with extra fellowship training in Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, Huntington's disease, and restless legs syndrome — including advanced options like deep brain stimulation.
Where to search
Parkinson's Foundation — Finding a Specialist
Guidance plus a search tool for movement disorder specialists and Parkinson's Foundation Centers of Excellence.
Parkinson's Foundation Helpline
Call 1-800-4PD-INFO (1-800-473-4636) for a personalized specialist recommendation.
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society — Specialist Finder
Global directory of movement disorder specialists maintained by the field's leading professional society.
Michael J. Fox Foundation
Research-backed patient education on Parkinson's care and specialists.
What to filter for
Search by what you're dealing with — migraines, seizures, tremor, memory loss — most directories let you filter or search by symptom.
General neurologist vs. a fellowship-trained subspecialist (epileptologist, movement disorder specialist, neuro-oncologist, etc.).
Filter by your plan on Zocdoc, Healthgrades, or Medicare Care Compare before you book, or call the office to confirm they're in-network.
Ask if the practice runs EEGs (routine or ambulatory) in-office, or if you'll be referred to an outside lab or epilepsy center.
Ask if the practice performs EMG/nerve conduction studies on-site — important for neuropathy, muscle weakness, and neuromuscular workups.
Ask whether the practice offers formal cognitive testing (e.g., MoCA, neuropsychological evaluation) for memory or dementia concerns.
FAQ
What is a movement disorder specialist?
A neurologist with 1-2 additional years of fellowship training focused on Parkinson's disease and other conditions that affect movement — tremor, dystonia, chorea, and restless legs syndrome.
Should I see a movement disorder specialist right after a Parkinson's diagnosis?
The Parkinson's Foundation strongly recommends it — specialists are more likely to catch atypical parkinsonism, optimize medication timing, and know when to discuss options like deep brain stimulation.