Patrick Nolan, MD, PhD

Patrick C. Nolan, MD, PhD Pronunciation Guide

Neurology
4.6of 5 | (704) | View Reviews
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Accepting new patients ARC Four Points Ages seen: 18 - 99 Joined ARC: 2022

About Patrick C. Nolan, MD, PhD

  • Dr. Nolan grew up in the Chicago area and moved to Austin with his wife, also a Midwesterner, over 17 years ago “to find a warmer spot.” In his free time, Dr. Nolan enjoys playing music and building musical instruments, as well as other woodworking projects.

I chose medicine because I was inspired as a child by my pediatrician. I found my specialty while doing research in neuroscience as an undergraduate, which eventually developed into a PhD thesis. Neurology is a field of medicine that involves a holistic approach to the health of the patient. I enjoy approaching the care of my patient and their often complex medical issues by trying to understand their problem and improving their systems.

Services

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

An EEG is a test that detects abnormalities in your brain waves, or in the electrical activity of your brain. The test is used to help detect neurological issues.

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Electromyography (EMG)

Electromyography (EMG)

Electromyography (EMG) measures muscle response or electrical activity in response to a nerve’s stimulation of your muscle. The test is used to help find nerve and muscle problems.

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Management of Neurological Conditions

Management of Neurological Conditions

ARC neurologists and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) provide care for a variety of neurological conditions, including stroke, seizures, Parkinson's disease, migraines, and dementias.

Stroke Prevention

Stroke Prevention

A stroke, or brain attack, happens when blood flow to your brain is stopped. It's an emergency situation. Stroke symptoms may happen suddenly and each person’s symptoms may vary. Symptoms may include weakness, drooping, or numbness of the face, arm, or leg, usually on one side of the body, having trouble reading, speaking or understanding, problems with vision, such as dimness or loss of vision in one or both eyes, dizziness or problems with balance or coordination.

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Locations & Hours

Credentials

  • Board Certifications
    Board Certified in Neurology
  • Fellowship
    Neuromuscular Disease and Electromyography, University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, MI, 2004
  • Residency
    Internship: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, IL, 2000
    Residency: University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, MI, 2003
  • Medical School
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, IL, 1999
  • Education
    BS in Biology, Phi Beta Kappa, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, IL, 1991
    PhD in Neurosciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, IL, 1996
  • Professional Positions
    • Chief, ARC Neurology Department
    • Member, American Academy of Neurology 
    • Member, Travis County Medical Society 
  • Awards & Honors
    • Best Doctors, Austin Monthly, 2011-2014, 2021 
    • Austin’s Top Doctors, Austin Monthly, 2024, 2025
    • Intern of the Year, Internal Medicine Residency Program, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, IL, 2000 
    • Valedictorian, University of Illinois College of Medicine at Urbana-Champaign, IL, 1999

Patient Reviews

OVERALL PROVIDER RATING

Rating based on "Did the healthcare provider or doctor provide the care you expected?"

4.6out of 5
  • March 31, 2025

    Dr. Nolan is very attentive, and helpful. He goes beyond the normal extent. I very much appreciate having him attend to me.

  • March 28, 2025

    I appreciate the many years of care I have received from Dr. NOLAN.

  • March 28, 2025

    Doctor Nolan was very at tune to my changing condition and needs. I was seen on time.

  • March 28, 2025

    The fact. that the Dr. was listening to me and how I felt. Some doctors tend to speed up their time with their patients

  • March 25, 2025

    Everything was great. Only negative is it takes a long time to schedule an appointment because availability for specialists is low

  • March 25, 2025

    Dr. Nolan has provided me with excellent care over the past three years. He is detail oriented, he listens, and he is empathetic. It is well worth the long trip from south Austin to Four Points to get quality medical care from him.

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