Neurology
The Neurology team at Vanderbilt University Medical Center offers advanced care to treat brain and nervous system disorders. These types of conditions can cause a great deal of anxiety and fear — particularly when you’re experiencing symptoms and haven’t been able to find out what’s causing them. Our team will do what it takes to reach a diagnosis so that you’ll know what’s going on. Then we’ll work with you to manage it.
Conditions We Treat
We treat all neurological conditions, including:
- Chronic motor or vocal tic disorder
- Cognitive disorders
Meet Your Care Team
Lealani Mae Y. AcostaMD, MPH
- Alzheimer's Disease,
- Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology,
- Dementia,
- Mild Cognitive Impairment,
- Neurology,
- Neurosciences,
- Primary Progressive Aphasia
Nikhil S. BanerjeePhD
- Alzheimer's Disease,
- Clinical Neuropsychologist,
- Clinical Neuropsychology,
- Dementia,
- Mild Cognitive Impairment,
- Movement Disorders,
- Neurology
Laura Brown CoulamPhD
- Alzheimer's Disease,
- Clinical Neuropsychology,
- Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology,
- Dementia,
- Neuropsychology,
- Neurosciences,
- Stroke and Cerebrovascular
Ciaran M. ConsidinePhD
- Brain Tumors,
- Clinical Neuropsychology,
- Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology,
- Movement Disorders,
- Neurology,
- Neuropsychology,
- Neurosciences
Alphonso SmithPhD, ABPP
- Clinical Neuropsychologist,
- Clinical Neuropsychology,
- Dementia,
- Epilepsy,
- Neurology,
- Neurosciences,
- Stroke and Cerebrovascular
Douglas P. TerryPhD
- Clinical Neuropsychologist,
- Clinical Neuropsychology,
- Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology,
- Epilepsy,
- Neuropsychology,
- Neurosciences
Holly K. WesterveltPhD
- Alzheimer's Disease,
- Clinical Neuropsychology,
- Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology,
- Dementia,
- Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis,
- Neurosciences
Amy E. CooperAGACNP-BC, FNP
- Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology,
- Movement Disorders,
- Neurology,
- Neurosciences
Brooke A. HazenDNP, APRN, AGPCNP-BC
- Facial Pain,
- General Neurology,
- Headache,
- Migraine,
- Neurology,
- Neurosciences,
- Stroke and Cerebrovascular
Molly R. LouderbackPA-C
- Facial Pain,
- General Neurology,
- Headache,
- Migraine,
- Neurology,
- Neurosciences,
- Stroke and Cerebrovascular
Kristen I. PiloteAPRN
- Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology,
- Neurology,
- Neurosciences,
- Stroke and Cerebrovascular
Nicole A. PoirierFNP-BC
- Neurosciences,
- Pediatric Neurology,
- Pediatric Sleep Disorders,
- Sleep Disorders,
- Sleep Medicine
Lexi HamiltonBSN, MSN
- Facial Pain,
- General Neurology,
- Headache,
- Migraine,
- Neurology,
- Neurosciences,
- Stroke and Cerebrovascular
Kristen B. ShermanPA-C
- Neurosciences,
- Pediatric Neurology,
- Pediatric Sleep Disorders,
- Sleep Disorders,
- Sleep Medicine
Why Choose Neurology at Vanderbilt
- Experienced doctors
From board certified or board eligible neurologists to our nurse practitioners and physician assistants, every member of our team has successfully completed extensive training in neurology and, in some cases, other specialties. We have the expertise to provide you with the best possible care.
- A team centered on your needs
Vanderbilt Health brings together specialized providers, advanced technology and research in one connected system. If your care is part of a more complex health concern, we’ll work with experts in all areas related to your care to tailor a treatment plan just for you
- Personalized care
We tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique needs and health goals. We help you navigate your treatment options to ensure you receive the best possible care.
- Access to new options
Our researchers are leaders in exploring ways to improve care. You may have the option to take part in studies called clinical trials, which test promising new approaches under close monitoring. Participation is always your choice. We’ll give you the information you need to decide. Explore clinical trials.
- Second opinions
A second opinion can help you make the best health decisions. We review your medical history, diagnostic tests, any previous treatments and your personal preferences to give you an informed opinion.
- Online health portal
We want to make your experience as seamless and stress-free as possible. You can use our secure online portal, My Health at Vanderbilt, to send messages to your care team, schedule appointments, manage medications and access your medical records.
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including: