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Alex Pantelyat

Alex Pantelyat, MD

Movement Disorders Neurology

Accepting New Patients
4.9 of 5 stars70 ratings, 38 reviews

Highlights

Languages

  • Ukrainian
  • Russian
  • Spanish
  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Alex Pantelyat

Professional Titles

  • Director, Atypical Parkinsonism Center
  • Co-Founder and Co-Director, Johns Hopkins Center for Music & Medicine

Primary Academic Title

Associate Professor of Neurology

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.

Recent News Articles and Media Coverage

  • With encore, Baltimore singer becomes Alzheimer’s inspiration at age 91, Baltimore Sun (1/23/2022)

    The Rhythm of Healthier Aging | Center for Innovative Medicine (Summer 2021)

    Johns Hopkins Medicine Helps Create Treatment Guide for Neurodegenerative Disorders | Johns Hopkins Medicine (7/15/21)

    CurePSP’s clinical guide to rare neurodegenerative conditions is published by leading neurology journal | CurePSP (7/6/2021)

    Four New CIM Scholars Announced | Medicine Matters (10/23/2020)

    Getting in the Ring with Parkinson's Disease, WMAR Channel 2 News, Baltimore (6/8/2019)

    The Joy and Pain of Playing Music, Voice of America (12/11/18)

    CNN Founder Ted Turner Reveals He Has Lewy Body Dementia: 'I Can't Remember What My Disease Is', People (9/28/2018)

    Music a Potent Therapy For Parkinson's Sufferers, WYPR (4/26/18)

    All Your Questions About Levodopa for Parkinson's Disease, Answered. Everyday Health (3/26/2018)

    8 Ways to Manage Dyskinesia and Parkinson's Disease. Everyday Health (3/22/2018)

    He was the ‘Golden Throat’ of Cox Radio. Until the day he woke up and couldn’t speak. The Washington Post (12/18/17)

    Music and Medicine: Finding Harmony, Johns Hopkins University (10/17/2017)

    Podcast: Atypical Parkinsonisms. Foxfeed Blog: The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research

    Does Listening to Music Improve Your Focus? The Wall Street Journal (07/26/2017)

    Johns Hopkins partners with Peabody Institute to increase patient engagement through music, FierceHealthcare (05/30/2017)

    Emerging Hopkins center harmonizing music and medicine, Baltimore Sun (05/26/2017)

    Studying music as the prescription, Johns Hopkins Magazine (Fall 2016)

    Robin Williams and the Brain Disorder That Drove Him to Suicide: What Is Lewy Body Dementia? People Magazine (11/5/2015)

    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.

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

  1. Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
    • 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Baltimore, MD 21287
    • Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
      • 4940 Eastern Avenue, Suite 1201, Baltimore, MD 21224
      • Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
        • 10751 Falls Road, Falls Concourse STE 250, Lutherville, MD 21093

        Expertise

        Education

        Philadelphia VA Medical Center

        Fellowship, Movement Disorders, 2014

        Penn Medicine University of Pennsylvania

        Residency, Neurology, 2012

        Temple University School of Medicine

        Medical Education, Medicine, MD, 2008

        Board Certifications

        Neurology

        American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2012

        Insurance

        Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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        • Aetna
        • CareFirst
        • Cigna
        • First Health
        • Geisinger Health Plan
        • HealthSmart/Accel
        • Humana
        • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
        • MultiPlan
        • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
        • Point Comfort Underwriters
        • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
        • UnitedHealthcare
        • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

        Ratings & Reviews

        4.9 out of 5

        70 ratings, 38 reviews

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        Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/21/2025

          Dr spent more than three hours with me doing evaluation And consultation. He answered all my questions, and could not have been nicer. I felt great confidence in his advice.

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

          Dr. Pantelyat is an excellent listener who also has a wealth of knowledge and expertise regarding Parkinson's Disease and research.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/24/2025

          Knowledgeable, professional, compassionate Takes time to assess situation, address concerns and administer treatment

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/22/2025

          I had a genuinely outstanding experience with Dr. Pantelyat. I left and called my sister to share that it was the most thorough appointment I've ever had and I have a new more comprehensive understanding of the condition I visited him for, which is an immense relief. He is an incredible physician and lives up to the reputation of Hopkins as being one of the best medical and research facilities in the US and the world.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/17/2025

          Highly professional!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/20/2024

          Very caring individual

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/13/2024

          So lucky to be in his care.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/22/2024

          Great doctor both caring and knowledgeable

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/20/2024

          Doctor was excellent, however appointment time was extremely late.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/15/2024

          The best doctor who has ever worked with me. He was so informed of my condition and also very concerned as a human being with me that I find it hard to express my relief.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/13/2024

          He truly cares for the patient, listen to what the patient has to say and the people involved in the care of the patient. Present the plan of care easy to follow and give the instructions well explained.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/23/2024

          Probably the best Listener and communicatorI've ever worked with. Unbelievably knowledgeable about his field. Understanding, respectful. Willing to consult beyond the strict boundaries of the appointment

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/15/2024

          One of the most caring, brilliant, empathetic carers it's ever been my pleasure to work with.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/9/2024

          Dr was direct and very clear. Also he was willing to take the time necessary to explain important facts and to give detailed explanations.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/6/2024

          Very knowledgeable

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/23/2024

          Great doctor

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/22/2024

          Fabulous physician!! Can't compliment him enough! Terrific in every way.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/8/2024

          Nicest and most helpful physician I've ever had.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/7/2024

          Dr. Pantelyat is the BEST!!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/26/2024

          Great and caring.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/10/2024

          Extremely knowledgeable about my health issues. Late in seeing the Doctor.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/10/2024

          Dr Alexander Pantelyat and his fellow Ian Cheong are excellent!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/10/2024

          excellent

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/9/2024

          Excellent

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/21/2024

          Dr Pantelyat gives his patients as much time as s/he needs because he respects and values them. Consequently, he is usually late. But we will not complain about a practice that benefits us. From our perspective, it is better to wait for the best provider than to see a mediocre one on time.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/21/2024

          Not only Is Dr P brilliant yet there is no ego that gets in the way of a true partnership with his patients. He gives his all to his patients .

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/19/2024

          The Dr was very attentive to us. He listened to us . He explained each aspect of the meds, test to be done, and what type of Parkinsons this is.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/24/2024

          Extremely knowledgeable pleasant good sense of humor explained everything

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/17/2024

          The most kind knowledgeable physician we have ever met. Spent alot of time with us. This Is our third specialist we have tried and this byfar surpassed our expectations

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/10/2024

          Dr Pantelyat is the absolute best provider!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/24/2024

          The utmost best of the best!!! Superb!!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/24/2024

          Terrific doctor. Very patient, knowledgeable about my condition, caring, and supportive.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/19/2024

          Great, caring and very knowledgeable.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/16/2024

          Excellent listener, compassionate, clear, thorough; highly intelligent and expert.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/27/2024

          Dr P is great. He is very thorough and spends as much time as needed to answer questions and explain things.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/27/2024

          Professional, sensitive, polite, and brilliant.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/27/2024

          Excellent experience with my provider. This was my second time seeing him and I traveled from [city] to do so. I wish I was closer. Listens to me completely and provides genuine thoughtful feedback. Thinks outside the box and generally interested in helping me get to the bottom of my issues. Cannot thank him enough.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/27/2024

          Dr. Pantelyat was excellent. Great rapport with my mom & me. Very professional, knowledgable, caring, thorough, & patient.