Howard S Kirshner, MD

Dr. Howard Kirshner is a neurologist with extensive expertise spanning over five decades of medical practice. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. His primary specialty lies in neurology, with additional training in vascular and cardiovascular surgery, giving him a unique perspective on complex neurological conditions that may involve vascular components. Dr. Kirshner speaks both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Kirshner practices at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. He specializes in diagnosing and treating complex neurological conditions, including unusual sensory symptoms like tactile hallucinations and numbness. His expertise extends to evaluating neurological changes that can occur during pregnancy, particularly those affecting the hands and arms. Dr. Kirshner also performs specialized imaging procedures such as cervical spine …MRI to help diagnose spine and nerve-related conditions. Patients rate him 3.4 out of 5 stars on average for his care.