
Dr. Jonathan Isaacson
MD
Expertise
Clinical Neurology
Autonomic Nervous System Disorders (POTS, Orthostatic Hypotension, Autonomic Failure)
Movement Disorders (Parkinson's Disease)
Advanced Diagnostic Testing (Autonomic Function Testing, VOâ‚‚ Testing, Alpha-Synuclein Skin Biopsy)
Biomarker-Based Diagnostics
Evidence-Based Clinical Decision-Making
Complex Case Evaluation
Patient-Centered Longitudinal Care Models
Education
- Undergraduate Degree – Tulane University
- Medical Internship – Georgetown University
- Neurology Residency – Georgetown University (Chief Resident)
- Neurophysiology Fellowship – Harvard Medical School/BIDMC
- Fellowship – Columbia University
Licenses and Certifications
- Board Certified in Neurology – American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
About
Dr. Jonathan Isaacson, MD, is a Board-Certified Neurologist with a 6 years of experience and a focus in brain health and longevity. He trained at Georgetown University where he completed his medical internship and neurology residency. He then went on to serve as Chief Resident during his final year of residency.Â
He further advanced his expertise by completing a Neurophysiology Fellowship at Harvard Medical School. He is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology and Movement Disorders Society. Dr. Isaacson has been inducted into the National Medical Honor Society and has also been nominated multiple times for teaching excellence at Georgetown University.
Dr. Isaacson’s clinical interests span brain health, preventative medicine, and the management of neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Isaacson adopts a personalized, precision medicine approach in his practice, tailoring treatments to each individual’s unique need.Â
His research interest is in prodromal biomarker identification, dysautonomia interface of neurodegenerative diseases, advanced therapeutics, and personalized, risk reduction interventions to prevent neurodegenerative disorders. He has a number of peer-reviewed publications in journals including Neurology, Toxin, Annals of Movement Disorders, Neurology Live, Journal of Parkinsons disease and has presented his work at national and international conferences.
Education
Dr. Isaacson's educational journey reflects his dedication to advancing expertise in neurology and brain health. He completed his undergraduate degree at Tulane University before pursuing advanced medical training at Georgetown University.
To further enhance his skills, Dr. Isaacson completed advanced training in neurophysiology and clinical neurology. Notable programs include:
- Medical Internship – Georgetown University
- Neurology Residency – Georgetown University (Chief Resident)
- Neurophysiology Fellowship – Harvard Medical School/BIDMC
- Fellowship – Columbia University
This rigorous academic and clinical training has equipped Dr. Isaacson with cutting-edge expertise in neurologic diagnostics, autonomic disorders, and movement disorders.
Professional Accomplishments
Dr. Isaacson has achieved significant milestones throughout his career:
- Movement Disorder Neurologist, Parkinson's Disease Center: He provides specialized care for patients with Parkinson's disease and related movement disorders.
- Neurologist at Sevaro: He delivers expert neurological care through this clinical practice.
- Clinical Scientist at IND: He contributes to clinical research and scientific advancement in neurology.
- Founder of The Autonomic Center: He established a specialized center dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of autonomic nervous system disorders.
- Assistant in Clinical Neurology at Columbia University (Previous): He contributed to clinical neurology at one of the nation's leading academic medical centers.
Dr. Isaacson is actively involved in professional organizations, including:
- American Medical Association (AMA)
- American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
- American Autonomic Society (AAS)
- Movement Disorders Society
His commitment to teaching excellence has been recognized through multiple nominations at Georgetown University, and he has been inducted into the National Medical Honor Society.
Publications and Contributions
Dr. Isaacson has contributed significantly to the field of neurology through peer-reviewed publications, video content, and presentations at national and international conferences. His work has been published in leading journals including Neurology, Toxin, Annals of Movement Disorders, Neurology Live, and Journal of Parkinson's Disease. Key publications include:
Publications:
Video Content:
- Lead Investigator Discusses Syn-One Test Clinical Utility Study
- CND Life Sciences LinkedIn Feature
- How a Skin Test Can Help Improve Your Parkinson’s Care
- Beneath the Surface: Using Skin Biopsy to Accurately Diagnose Parkinsonian Disorders
- Pathology, Cognition, and Biomarkers: Comparing Parkinson’s & Alzheimer’s with Dr. Jonathan Isaacson
- Parkinson’s vs. Atypical Parkinson’s: What’s the Difference? with Dr. Jonathan Isaacson
Dr. Isaacson's research and clinical contributions continue to advance the understanding and treatment of autonomic disorders and neurodegenerative diseases.
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