Expertise in
22
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Dr. David A. Isaacs

Neurology
Vanderbilt Neurology The Vanderbilt Clinic
1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3930, 
Nashville, TN 
Clinical Trials:Currently Recruiting for 1 Trial
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
22
conditions
Vanderbilt Neurology The Vanderbilt Clinic
1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3930, 
Nashville, TN 

Overview

David Isaacs is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee.

Dr. Isaacs is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tourette Syndrome, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Transient Tic Disorder, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 39 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials. Dr. Isaacs is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in TN

Hospital Affiliations

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Vanderbilt Neurology the Vanderbilt Clinic
1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3930, Nashville, TN 37232

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

5 Clinical Trials

Sensory Symptoms in Tourette Syndrome
Sensory Symptoms in Tourette Syndrome
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: March 13, 2026
Neural Correlates of Sensory Phenomena in Tourette Syndrome
Neural Correlates of Sensory Phenomena in Tourette Syndrome
Enrollment Status: Enrolling_by_invitation
Publish Date: January 14, 2026
Intervention Type: Diagnostic test
Longitudinal Outcomes of Deep Brain Stimulation in Parkinson's Disease
Longitudinal Outcomes of Deep Brain Stimulation in Parkinson's Disease
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: March 14, 2025
Influence of Stress and Psychiatric Symptoms on Children With Tourette Syndrome
Influence of Stress and Psychiatric Symptoms on Children With Tourette Syndrome
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 24, 2023
Sensory Symptoms in Tourette Syndrome and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Sensory Symptoms in Tourette Syndrome and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 15, 2022
Intervention Type: Other
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39 Total Publications

Treatment non-persistence in children and adolescents with Tourette syndrome newly treated with dopamine D2 receptor modulators.
Treatment non-persistence in children and adolescents with Tourette syndrome newly treated with dopamine D2 receptor modulators.
Journal: Frontiers in psychiatry
Published: January 09, 2026
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David A. Isaacs is classified as an Elite expert for Tourette Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. David A. Isaacs specialize in?

While Dr. David A. Isaacs is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Tourette Syndrome, Movement Disorders, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. David A. Isaacs participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. David A. Isaacs has published 39 articles and abstracts on conditions like Tourette Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. David A. Isaacs's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. David A. Isaacs accept my insurance?

Dr. David A. Isaacs accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 615-322-5000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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