Christopher M. Tolleson, MD

Movement Disorders Neurologist, Neurologist

4.9/5 (340 ratings) 82 comments

Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine, Neurology | Movement Disorder Neurologist | Director of the Cole Center for Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders | Director of the University of Tennessee Medical Center's Huntington's Center of Excellence (Partner Site to Vanderbilt's Level 1 HDSA Center of Excellence)

Christopher Tolleson

About Me

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken:
English

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Christopher Tolleson, MD, MPH is a movement disorder specialist at the University of Tennessee Medical Center and the Medical Director of The Cole Clinic as well as the Huntington’s disease clinic. He completed medical school training at the Medical College of Georgia and completed a neurology residency at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill in 2010. He completed a fellowship in movement disorders at Vanderbilt University in 2010-2011, and served on faculty for six years before coming to the University of Tennessee Medical Center. Since arriving, Dr. Tolleson has been working to expand the Movement Disorder program Dr. Michelle Brewer helped to develop. He has been involved with Parkinson’s disease research throughout his career and has numerous peer reviewed articles. His passion is exploring Parkinson’s Disease therapies which may slow down or even cure Parkinson’s as well as continuous surgical therapies in later stages of Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Tolleson has lived in Knoxville since 2017 and enjoys engaging in the many outdoor activities around the city. He spends most of his time outside of medicine with his children (Nora, Caleb, and Gabriel) and his wife Leigh.

Clinical Focus:
Movement Disorders

Specialties:
Neurology

Education & Credentials

Schools

Masters of Public Health, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee Doctor of Medicine, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, Georgia

Internships

Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, Georgia

Residencies

Neurology, University of North Carolina Medical Center, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Fellowships

Movement Disorder, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee

Board Certifications

American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry

Where I See Patients

The Cole Center for Parkinson’s & Movement Disorders

1975 Town Center Blvd.Knoxville, TN 37922

Phone: 865-909-4030

Fax: 865-909-4035

Directions
Location on map of Cole Center West Northshore

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My Ratings & Reviews

overall experience

340 ratings

4.9
  • Likelihood of recommending this provider

    4.9

  • Provider explained things clearly

    4.9

  • Provider showed concern

    4.9

  • Provider included you in decisions

    4.9

  • How likely is it that you would recommend this provider to a friend or family

    4.9

82 Patient Reviews

Dr. Tolleson is very knowledgeable in [...]. He always provides me with options for my treatment and listens to my concerns. He works with me on medications lets me set the pace making changes that I feel comfortable with over a long period of time. He is very patient and does not just rush in and out.
5.0
November 29, 2024
Ever since I've been going I have noticed these people go out of their way to help me ppl
5.0
November 26, 2024
This man and his team are great. They are some of the best that you have in your system.
5.0
November 17, 2024
I have recommended this provider.
5.0
November 16, 2024
He is great. Really cares
5.0
November 15, 2024
Very good physician and staff
5.0
November 15, 2024
Very knowledgeable about my situation.
5.0
November 13, 2024
Have seen Dr. Tolleson since 2015 when he was at [...]. Always gives excellent, friendly care.
5.0
November 9, 2024
Very pleased with all aspects of my visit.
5.0
November 9, 2024
The best appointment, staff and care I have experienced in a few years.
5.0
November 8, 2024
I feel the entire staff is concerned about me as a patient and the care I receive.
4.7
November 2, 2024
[...] Dr. Tolleson really cares. He wants to learn about you more than most Drs. I've gone to him for years and so greatly appreciated him.
5.0
November 1, 2024
Great all around!!!
5.0
November 1, 2024
Dr. Tolleson is a good doctor. I feel very confident with his treatment.
4.9
November 1, 2024
Knowledgeable & thorough
4.9
October 31, 2024
Patient centered
5.0
October 30, 2024
His specialty
5.0
October 25, 2024
Dr.Tolleson is very professional and has a calming effect when he walks in the room. He explains what he can and cannot help with and offers choices and pros and cons of each.
5.0
October 24, 2024
Because they took care of me perfectly
5.0
October 23, 2024
Dr Tolleson explains everything he does and considers patients fears and concerns. I, for one, appreciate his patience and caring attitude.
5.0
October 22, 2024
Everyone is just so caring and helpful.
5.0
October 22, 2024
Dr. Tolleson is very knowledgeable and freely shares that expertise In a very reassuring manner
5.0
October 22, 2024
Apperiate all the time That Dr spends with explaining treatments .
5.0
October 18, 2024
Very kind & orgamizef
4.3
October 18, 2024
Excellent care so far
5.0
October 17, 2024
Caring and qualified staff!
5.0
October 16, 2024
Dr Tolleson and his staff are knowledgeable, understanding, professional and simply the best at what they do. They're a very impressive team. My husband is lucky to have them.
5.0
October 16, 2024
Very caring and sincere
5.0
October 15, 2024
The whole staff are GREAT.
5.0
October 11, 2024
Extremely thorough and caring
5.0
October 2, 2024
Makes you feel better positivity
5.0
September 27, 2024
I feel Dr. Tolleson is expert in the field and he listens to my concerns and answers my questions. I like his professional, yet friendly manner. I do not feel rushed.
5.0
September 24, 2024
The entire staff is courteous and makes me feel like they care.
5.0
September 23, 2024
Dr. Tolleson is very, very thorough and knowledgeable.
4.8
September 23, 2024
Thorough, responsive, not rushed.
5.0
September 20, 2024
He answered all questions I asked and explained them so I understood what was happening
5.0
September 19, 2024
They deserve it
4.9
September 13, 2024
Dr. Tolleson takes time to listen and speak to me. He isn't your ordinary treat-and-street doctor, which is much appreciated. [...]
4.5
September 12, 2024
Dr Tollession is a very thoughtful and kind and very intelligent. I feel lucky to have him as my doctor
5.0
September 11, 2024
I feel comfortable there and they help me with the right medication to keep up my normal life.
5.0
September 11, 2024
3 years of kindness and great doctor
5.0
September 6, 2024
Very pleased. Dr was caring.
4.8
August 29, 2024
Dr. Tolleson is an amazing doctor. We are so blessed that he is my husband's new physician.
5.0
August 29, 2024
I feel he is willing to do whatever it takes to get to the root of my problem. Very knowledgeable.
5.0
August 28, 2024
I have confidence in Dr. Tolleson and the advice he gives me. He always gives me time to ask questions and make recommendations.
5.0
August 26, 2024
Best staff and doctor
5.0
August 21, 2024
Dr. T was great in all ways.
5.0
August 19, 2024
Dr Tolleson is very thorough in his evaluations of my medical symptoms. It was obvious to me that he had reviewed my previous visit 6 months ago and was evaluating any changes in condition. He gives good advice and included me in decisions on path forward.
5.0
August 18, 2024
Dr. Tolleson, as always, was very silicious of my symptoms, thoughts, potential problems and opinion of outcomes. He is very thorough.
5.0
July 26, 2024
Great experience!
5.0
July 24, 2024
I consider myself blessed to have Dr Tolleson and [...] taking care of me. [...]
5.0
July 24, 2024
Good
4.0
July 23, 2024
Dr Tolison was courteous, professional and approachable. Very pleased with my care.
5.0
July 3, 2024
Excellent service
5.0
June 30, 2024
Dr. Tolleson provided a path forward and we appreciate this. My wife likes to have a game plan to follow.
5.0
June 23, 2024
Would definitely recommend!
5.0
June 18, 2024
Excellent
5.0
June 11, 2024
He is the best combination of very proficient and friendly while listening to my sometimes long explanations. I feel like l count in the decisions made.
5.0
May 17, 2024
Dr Tollison is awesome
5.0
May 17, 2024
Good
4.0
May 2, 2024
[...] both Dr. Talleson and his acting assistant explained the interim arrangements during her absence.
5.0
April 25, 2024
Dr. Tolleson knows his area of medicine and listens to how you can do better as part of the team.
5.0
April 5, 2024
I can't say enough good things about Dr. Tolleson and his staff.
5.0
April 2, 2024
[...] He was truly concerned with resolving my bothersome symptom and I was very thankful for that.
5.0
March 23, 2024
Dr. Tolleson is always very patience with me. He answers all my questions and even brings in his laptop to show product pictures.
5.0
March 14, 2024
Dr. Tolleson is an excellent doctor that takes time to thoroughly evaluate and explain his diagnosis and future treatment plan. I would highly recommend this physician.
5.0
March 6, 2024
Very responsive and helpful.
5.0
March 4, 2024
Very complete exam
5.0
March 4, 2024
Excellent
5.0
February 24, 2024
Dr. Tolleson described potential treatment options available to me for a confirmed diagnosis of Essential Tremor. I left the office with the understanding I would need to make a decision as to what treatment option(s) I would like to pursue. Limited interaction with Dr. Tolleson precludes me from having an opinion for recommendation as a care giver.
4.5
February 13, 2024
Good
5.0
February 7, 2024
I felt listened to.
5.0
February 7, 2024
Extremely positive experience once we were able to be schedulef
5.0
January 26, 2024
I have already recommended Dr Tolleson to a friend who just found out he probably has Parkinson's and my friend has an appointment setup
5.0
January 25, 2024
Went above and beyond to explain my situation.
5.0
January 21, 2024
We have referred many to Dr. Tollisin.
5.0
January 18, 2024
Very professional and knowledgeable.
5.0
January 16, 2024
Love Dr T so kind
5.0
January 11, 2024
Excellent.
5.0
January 3, 2024
Excellent provider.
5.0
January 2, 2024
Was very fortunate to have him as a doctor.
4.8
December 29, 2023
Dr T was very professional and cared about my Parkinson's. He suggested several new methods of treatment. Boxtox was discussed and had procedure done the next week. It has been helping my hand.
5.0
December 16, 2023