Peter Hedera, M.D., PhD
Neurology, UofL Health – Brain & Spine Institute, Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders, Specialty Injections
Areas of Interest
Deep Brain Stimulation | Dystonia | Huntington's Disease | Neurology | Parkinson's Disease | Wilson's Disease
Primary Practice Location
UofL Physicians – Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Clinic
UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
220 Abraham Flexner Way, Suite 606
Louisville, KY 40202
502-588-4898 Get Directions
UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
220 Abraham Flexner Way, Suite 606
Louisville, KY 40202
502-588-4898 Get Directions
Get to know
Peter Hedera, M.D., PhD
Peter Hedera, M.D., PhD, is a board-certified neurologist and medical geneticist who specializes in the management and treatment of movement disorders. His clinical interests include surgical therapies for Parkinson's disease, essential tremor and dystonia and botulinum toxin procedures for dystonia and spasticity. He has 21 years of experience in the field of movement disorders and neurogenetic conditions. Dr. Hedera earned his medical degree from the Medical School of Ian Amos Comenius University in Bratislava, Slovakia before completing an internship at St. Luke's Medical Center. He then went on to complete a residency in Medical Genetics and Neurology and a fellowship in Neurogenetics/Movement Disorders at the University of Michigan Medical Center. He is certified by both the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Medical Genetics. Dr. Hedera is a professor in the department of Neurology as well as the Raymond Lee Lebby Endowed Chair of Parkinson’s Disease Research, Director of Movement Disorders Program and Medical Director of Center of Excellence Multidisciplinary Huntington’s Disease Clinic. He has been awarded the 1999 Founder's Award of the American Academy of Neurology.Education & Training
M.D.
Medical School of Jan Amos Comenius University | Bratislava, Slovakia | 1987
Medical School of Jan Amos Comenius University | Bratislava, Slovakia | 1987
PhD
Jan Amos Comenius University | Bratislava, Slovakia | 2010
Jan Amos Comenius University | Bratislava, Slovakia | 2010
Fellowship
University of Michigan Medical Center | Neurogenetics/Movement Disorders | MI | 1999
Residency
University of Michigan Medical Center | Neurology |
MI | 1998
University of Michigan Medical Center | Medical Genetics |
MI | 2001
Internship
St. Luke's Medical Center | Medicine | OH | 1995
St. Luke's Medical Center | Medicine | OH | 1995
Languages
English
Areas of Interest
Deep Brain Stimulation | Dystonia | Huntington's Disease | Neurology | Parkinson's Disease | Wilson's Disease
Certifications
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology | American Board of Medical GeneticsPractice, Specialty or Service
School of Medicine
Raymond Lee Lebby Endowed Chair of Parkinson’s Disease Research | Director of Movement Disorders Program | Medical Director of Center of Excellence Multidisciplinary Huntington’s Disease Clinic
Professor
Department of Neurology
Awards
1999 Founder's Award of the American Academy of Neurology
Philosophy
"My goal is to provide state-of-the-art care for patients with neurologic movement disorders with compassionate service and shared-decision philosophy."
Contact Info
Locations
UofL Physicians – Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Clinic
UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute220 Abraham Flexner Way, Suite 606
Louisville, KY 40202
502-588-4898
UofL Physicians – Neurology
UofL Health – Brain & Spine InstituteUofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
220 Abraham Flexner Way, 6th Floor
Louisville, KY 40202
502-588-4800
Patient Comments
Sep 2, 2024
5 out of 5
Dr. Hedera Is very qualified for the neurology department and is respectful to his patients.
Aug 30, 2024
5 out of 5
Dr. Hedera was very helpful and knowledgeable.
Aug 10, 2024
5 out of 5
Dr. Hedera is, by far, one of the best physicians in the field of neurology! I am so grateful that Dr. Hedera is the neurologist treating my essential tremors.
Jul 29, 2024
4.76 out of 5
He (Dr. Peter Hedera) was very professional. Explained in detail.
Jul 26, 2024
5 out of 5
Dr. Hedera is a great doctor and I'm so thankful we have him!
Jul 5, 2024
5 out of 5
Dr. Hedera listens well and treats me with respect when my take on progress may be so far from being accurate.
Jun 5, 2024
4.6 out of 5
Dr. Hedera is the second doctor I have seen for this problem. He confirms the first diagnosis, but I felt better because he seems very knowledgeable. He will work with me and help to improve my quality of life.
Jun 1, 2024
5 out of 5
Wonderful staff and doctor! Dr. Hedera answered questions when asked and was very thorough during the visit.
Jan 8, 2024
5 out of 5
Dr Hedera, is MY HERO, his concern, personal, professional concern is beyond a level I have experienced with a physician!!!.
Dec 30, 2023
5 out of 5
Love this doctor (Peter Hedera) and his team. Friendly they listen, they care, you just feel like family when you are at this office.
Dec 25, 2023
5 out of 5
Dr. Hedera is a knowledgeable and courteous human being. I enjoyed the office visit. Thank you
Dec 1, 2023
5 out of 5
I love this provider (Dr. Peter Hedera)! He is amazing and he talks to me like a normal human being. He takes good care of me!
Oct 8, 2023
5 out of 5
Dr. Hedera is an excellent doctor. Very professional, thorough and considerate.
Sep 25, 2023
5 out of 5
Very impressed with the Dr.-Nurse and StaffVery clean facility!!
Sep 18, 2023
5 out of 5
The doctor is exceptionally impressive in apparent knowledge, communication with patient and family, and respect. Additionally, he is very kind and thoughtful. I feel fortunate to have had my husband receive his care.
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