Jonathan Ty Butler, MD

Neurology

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.8
Based on 435 ratings
Jonathan Ty Butler, MD

About Jonathan Ty Butler, MD

Dr. Butler is a fellowship-trained and board-certified neurologist with subspecialty training in movement disorders. With his expertise in movement disorders, Parkinson's disease, essential tremor and spastic conditions, Dr. Butler specializes in deep brain stimulation selection and management, MRI-Focused Ultrasound selection, as well as advanced device interventions and botulinum toxin injections. A firm believer that diseases do not occur in isolation, Dr. Butler addresses the multifaceted characteristics of patients and their families, and he is also careful to pay attention to symptoms that may either be treatment side effects or more subtle disease effects.

 

Dr. Butler earned his M.D.-Ph.D. from the Medical University of South Carolina. He completed an internal medicine internship, adult neurology residency and fellowship training in movement disorders at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. Board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Dr. Butler has substantial research and teaching experience.

Originally from San Diego, Dr. Butler is married with two children. They appreciate the multitude of activities in Hampton Roads and proximity to extended family. Dr. Butler’s hobbies include boating, cycling and international travel.

Education

Medical: Medical University of South Carolina
Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Internship: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Fellowship: Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Board Certifications

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology

Locations

Riverside Neurology Specialists Newport News

12200 Warwick Boulevard, 110, Newport News, VA 23601

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Riverside Neurology & Sleep Specialists - Williamsburg

120 Kings Way, 2700, Williamsburg, VA 23185

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Ratings & Reviews

Riverside Health is committed to exceptional quality, safety and service. All ratings and comments are obtained from patient survey data collected and verified by Press Ganey, an independent organization focused on improving patient experience. Star ratings are displayed for those physicians who participate in Riverside’s patient experience survey program through Press Ganey and have received a minimum of 30 surveys responses.

Overall Satisfaction
4.8
Based on 435 ratings
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February 27, 2026
Very detailed
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February 21, 2026
Dr. Butler is outstanding
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February 16, 2026
Dr. Butler is compassionate and gave agency to me as his patient during my procedure. He was kind, communicated well, smiled, and put me at ease when he realized I had anxiety.
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February 14, 2026
He was the best!
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February 13, 2026
Excellent
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February 12, 2026
Dr. Butler always listens.
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February 07, 2026
Outstanding provider
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February 04, 2026
Absolutely would recommend
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February 01, 2026
Dr Butler was super! Great people person and knew his stuff
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January 31, 2026
Dr. Butler is amazing, caring, professional, personable, attentive, knowledgeable and respectful. All around great neurologist
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January 31, 2026
Excellent. He listened, explained options, we discussed them. He cares and is ALWAYS very friendly. He knows that I suffer from grief, as he was my daughters doctor as well.
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January 30, 2026
I have difficulty expressing my needs. I am thankful that Dr. Butler is patient and tries to get a better understanding by asking questions.
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January 28, 2026
Dr. Butler has been a true blessing for me. He actually LISTENS and will work with you. He had clearly mastered his discipline in neurological medicine and is very impressive. I know I'm in good hands and the peace of mind that gives is priceless.
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January 27, 2026
I keep returning because I know that Dr. Butler has always taken great care of me!
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January 25, 2026
Extremely good doctor. Always listens to my concerns.
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January 17, 2026
I've already recommended Dr. Butler and Dr. [...] to others! I don't do that lightly. They and their staffs are amazing!! [...]
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January 02, 2026
Good
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December 22, 2025
We have every confidence in Dr. Butler. I feel that he is doing the best he can [...]
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December 20, 2025
I love this man, he is the very best!
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December 20, 2025
Excellent visit with Dr. Butler. He was attentive and engaged, took incredible notes, and set my mind at ease regarding a new medical condition.
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