
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Jeremy Dan Schmahmann
Jeremy D. Schmahmann, M.D. is Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School, and Neurologist at the Massachusetts General Hospital where he is Founding Director of the Ataxia Center (1994), Director of the Laboratory for Neuroanatomy and Cerebellar Neurobiology, and a member of the Cognitive Behavioral Neurology Unit. Dr. Schmahmann received his medical degree with distinction at the University of Cape Town, winning the Nestle Prize (pediatrics) and Wilfrid Exner Bauman Prize (best student). Dr. Schmahmann completed residency in the Neurological Unit of the Boston City Hospital, and Anatomy and Neurobiology Fellowship in the Boston University School of Medicine. He joined the MGH faculty in 1989 and has been cited in The Best Doctors in America since 1996. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Neurological Association, and the American Neuropsychiatric Association.
Dr. Schmahmann won the American Academy of Neurology’s Norman Geschwind Prize (2000) for pioneering work on the role of the cerebellum in cognition and emotion, and description of the cerebellar cognitive affective syndrome (now, Schmahmann’s syndrome). He received the American Neurological Association’s Distinguished Neurology Teacher Award (2008), Harvard Medical School’s Special Award for Sustained Excellence in Teaching (2013), and visiting professorships throughout the USA and Europe. He is past president of the Boston Society of Neurology and Psychiatry and the American Neuropsychiatric Association, on the Executive of the Society for Research on the Cerebellum and Ataxias, the Medical and Scientific Research Advisory Board of the National Ataxia Foundation, and the Clinical Research Consortium for the Study of Cerebellar Ataxias. He was Founding Co-Director of the HMS Dementia Course (1995). Dr. Schmahmann is funded by the NIH and private foundations. He has > 250 publications in peer-reviewed journals and academic texts , and he co-authored and edited 6 monographs – The Cerebellum and Cognition, MRI Atlas of the Human Cerebellum, Fiber Pathways of the Brain, Handbook of the Cerebellum and Cerebellar Disorders, Essentials of the Handbook of the Cerebellum and Cerebellar Disorders, and Cerebellar Disorders in Children.
Locations
- Massachusetts General Neurobehavioral Clinic
- 52 Second Avenue, Blue Building, 3rd Floor, Suite 3100, Waltham, MA 02451
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-726-2273
- fax: 617-724-0895
- Massachusetts General Neurology Ataxia Clinic
- 55 Fruit Street, WACC 835, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-726-3216
- fax: 617-724-7836
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Boston University, Anatomic & Neuro Biology, 1988
- Residency: Boston City Hospital, Neurology, 1986
- Residency: Boston City Hospital, Neurology, 1985
- Residency: Brockton Veterans Administration Medical Center*, Medicine, 1982
- Internship: Groote Schuur Hospital, Medicine/Surgery, 1981
- Medical Education: University of Cape Town School of Medicine, South Africa, 1980
Board Certifications
- Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry: United Council for Neurological Subspecialties, 2012
- Electrodiagnostic Medicine: American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine, 1989
- Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 1987
Insurance
- Aetna
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Humana
- Maine Community Health Options
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- Medicaid CT
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid RI
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
- WellSense NH
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
105 ratings, 54 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 2/4/2026
nothing else to add, he was kind, and very concerned with all my symptoms. He provided us with all the information and help we needed
- Reviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr. Schmahmann was, as always, helpful, respectful, and thorough.
- Reviewed on 1/21/2026
Knowledgable, thourough and compassionate.
- Reviewed on 1/19/2026
I was very impressed with the thoroughness and time spent examining me, discussing my medical history, and making a diagnosis commensurate with my symptoms. I felt listened to and involved in the diagnosis as well as the future paths to take. I came away very encouraged and impressed with the knowledge and information shared.
- Reviewed on 1/16/2026
great
- Reviewed on 1/16/2026
He was kind, he was wonderful, and he was very knowledgeable.
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
Very caring and knowledgable,
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
Great manner. Extremely knowledgeable. Respectful. Sense of humor.
- Reviewed on 12/15/2025
Dr Schmahmann is incredibly knowledgeable and very patient with me. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking an ataxia related issue
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
This provider was very knowledgable, yet he explained all things in a way I could understand. He listened to and answered all my questions. This provider had a very warm & comforting manner, and he spend ample time with me.
- Reviewed on 11/26/2025
Thoughtful and caring.. always interesting in addressing my needs. He always listens to my concerns and explains treatments fully, giving me the best possible care he can provide.
- Reviewed on 11/19/2025
He was great and an expert with Ataxia
- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 11/13/2025
My care provider was very nice and respectful, went over all the options, and you could tell that he genuinely cared for his patients.
- Reviewed on 11/7/2025
Dr. Schmahmann is the best. He is very thorough, very caring, and I would recommend him to anyone.
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
Perfect
- Reviewed on 10/27/2025
We are grateful that Dr. Schmahmann has not lost his research funding.
- Reviewed on 10/2/2025
He understood my condition and was very helpful in providing guidance as to improve manifestation of the condition I was suffering with!!
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Dr. Schmahmann and Dr [redacted] are the best! They are 100% worth the flight up to Boston. We have had the best experience with them and would highly recommend them.
- Reviewed on 9/24/2025
He spent much more time with me than I had expected. I expected perhaps 1/2 hour; he spent almost 1 1/2 hours.
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
I didn't feel at ease with Dr S. I'm not sure he if he could sense that or not but he didn't seem to as I didn't see any attempt on his part yo put me at ease. He didn't seem very tuned in, interested or ask any questions about other aspects of my life but was very focused on evaluating my symptoms ( which I suppose is his job). I did appreciate his recommendation however and he offered a different perspective on my condition that I have heard before.
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Both were excellent, kind and knowledgeable.
- Reviewed on 9/8/2025
Dr. Schmahmann has always been kind, thorough, knowledgeable, and responsive.
- Reviewed on 8/21/2025
Kind, thoughtful, extremely personable in his interaction with us.
- Reviewed on 8/20/2025
Dr Schmahmann is an outstanding doctor. His patience, kindness and genuine care was truly felt.
- Reviewed on 8/21/2025
Dr. Schmahmann is very personable Dr. , a great listener, so easy to talk with and extremely knowledgeable. He took the time to take a lengthy history and offered very good input from his detective work! I feel confident he will direct me on the right path to manage my vestibular cerebellum issues and firm up my diagnosis.
- Reviewed on 8/20/2025
I have been seeing Dr. Schmahmann for 11 years and the relationship is well grounded in trust.
- Reviewed on 8/13/2025
Very professional, attentive, and patient. I can ask questions and he explains gladly. Is willing to listen to any concerns.
- Reviewed on 8/7/2025
Extremely pleased with the excellent patient care provided by Dr. Jeremy Schmahmann. He was very thorough in collecting historical data and in assessment. He spent a great amount of time with me between patients, knowing that I had traveled from Maryland to see him. I am grateful for his expertise as a neurologist and wonderful bedside manner as a physician.
- Reviewed on 8/4/2025
The care provider provided me with all the necessary time that was needed, answered all questions, and was very attentive, and I would recommend them to anybody.
- Reviewed on 7/29/2025
Very thorough
- Reviewed on 7/28/2025
Have a 30 year history with Dr. Schmahmann, which is worth its weight in gold.
- Reviewed on 7/16/2025
he's the best , on top of my condition discussing options and next steps
- Reviewed on 7/14/2025
Dr. Schmahmann is the best!!! Brilliant, humble & kind. I have seen him for 15 years & every year feel blessed I do!
- Reviewed on 7/4/2025
Dr. Schmahmann was extremely helpful and conscientious and earnest and kind. He asked questions, he listened, and we are excited to continue our journey with him to see how he can help [redacted] and guide us into making the most of [redacted] situation. He seems very knowledgeable and the best in his field, and we're so excited and privileged to be working with him.
- Reviewed on 7/3/2025
Great
- Reviewed on 6/30/2025
Yes, I couldn't be more happy with Dr. Schmahmann. He helps, he explains everything very well. He's always candid to what I say and what I do, and always explains things thoroughly for me. I live in Somerset, so it's almost a two-hour drive there, but I make it just to see him. I feel very comfortable with him, and I think he's an excellent physician.
- Reviewed on 6/29/2025
Wonderful
- Reviewed on 6/30/2025
One of the best . Good. listener. Attentive and knelageble!
- Reviewed on 6/22/2025
Dr Schmahmann is a super expert and is helping to nail what malady I have, after efforts by many. He was thorough, collaborative, and gentle throughout my lengthy evaluation. He offered helpful suggestions for an action plan I could undertake at home, and was clear on what next clinical steps will be. I am very happy to be able to be his (and his ream's) patient.
- Reviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr Schmahmann is a caring, intelligent and dedicated doctor who is on top of what's going on with this disease. We have total confidence in his care.
- Reviewed on 6/13/2025
I had very good experience
- Reviewed on 6/12/2025
he was very helpful in understanding my rpoblem
- Reviewed on 6/9/2025
Outstanding! I've been seeing Dr. Schmahmann for several years and he is always respectful and kind. I never feel rushed during my appointments. I feel very confident that my health issues are in the hands of the right doctor.
- Reviewed on 6/5/2025
Very comprehensive visit
- Reviewed on 5/28/2025
I have been seeing Dr. Schmahmann for many years. He is smart, kind thoughtful and tops in his field. I am quite blessed to have him as a doctor and my high regard of him as not changed from my first visit to this one. He is an amazing doctor.
- Reviewed on 5/27/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 5/29/2025
This provider was excellent and demonstrated empathy and caring.
- Reviewed on 5/22/2025
Dr. Schmahmann was simply the best. I was terrified and he put me at ease and he was responsible and accountable and personable. That's it.
- Reviewed on 5/19/2025
My visit with Dr. Schmahmann was truly revelatory and I have been seeing a neurologist twice a year for over three decades. He diagnosed my disease and offered me a therapeutic intervention that may realistically improve some of my symptoms. Truly a remarkable outcome from a single doctor's office visit!
- Reviewed on 5/14/2025
The administrative staff was courteous and helpful. The nurse and doctor were very good to ask follow up questions and gave me the time to respond. My doctor even called to make recommendations within days of my appointment. His recommendations were thorough and helpful.
- Reviewed on 4/9/2025
Dr. Jeremy Schmahmann is one of the best doctors we've ever had.
- Reviewed on 4/2/2025
Dr. Jeremy is awesome, very intelligent, very down to earth, very caring, spoke in a way that we understood but not condescending. Just overall a great experience. I value his time, I value his opinion, I value his knowledge and I'm hoping that he's going to be able to follow up with me, that we're going to find something that's going to work. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 4/2/2025
The doctor was wonderful. He listened to me. He was appreciative of my answers and I would recommend him highly.