Douglas Joseph Mayson, MD| Neurology, Vascular Neurology | MedStar Health
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Douglas Joseph Mayson

Douglas Joseph Mayson, MD
Provider is directly employed by MedStar Health

4.7 out of 5 (170 reviews)

Specialties: Neurology, Vascular Neurology

Languages: English

410-354-5956

About me

Douglas Mayson, MD, is a physician in the Department of Neurology at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Mayson is board certified in neurology and vascular neurology (stroke) by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). Having completed his fellowship in cerebrovascular disease (stroke) his primary focus is in caring for patients who have suffered stroke, brain hemorrhage, or have cerebrovascular disease. He has been involved in multiple long-term research studies, most recently as the site primary investigator at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital for the Ethnic/Racial Variations of Intracerebral Hemorrhage (ERICH) study. Dr. Mayson has published multiple articles on his research studies.

Outside of work, Dr. Mayson is an avid skier and hiker. He also has traveled extensively, including to parts of South America, Europe and Asia.

Clinical areas of focus

  • Epilepsy
  • Migraine
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Conditions and procedures

Conditions I treat

  • Abnormal Movements
  • Abscess Of The Brain
  • Acute Disseminated Demyelination
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
  • Aphagia And Dysphagia
  • Binocular Movement Disorders
  • Brain Aneurysm
  • Brain Disorders
  • Cerebrovascular Diseases
  • Cognitive Function Disorders
  • Convulsions
  • Degenerative Diseases Of Nervous System
  • Dementia
  • Demyelinating Diseases Of Central Nervous System
  • Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
  • Dystonia
  • Epilepsy
  • Epilepsy And Seizures
  • Episcleritis
  • Extrapyramidal And Movement Disorders
  • Facial Nerve Disorder
  • Gait And Balance Problems
  • General Sensations And Perceptions
  • Head Injury
  • Headache
  • Hereditary Ataxia
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Idiopathic Neuropathy
  • Lack Of Coordination
  • Migraine
  • Mononeuropathy Of Lower Limb
  • Myoneural Disorders
  • Myopathies
  • Nervous And Musculoskeletal Symptoms
  • Nervous System Disorders
  • Paralytic Syndrome
  • Paresthesia
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Secondary Parkinsonism
  • Spinal Muscular Atrophy And Related Syndromes
  • Transient Cerebral Ischemic Attacks
  • Vestibular Disorders
  • Vestibular Neuritis
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Procedures I perform

  • Cognitive Stimulation Therapy
  • Electromyography
  • Median Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neuropsychological Testing
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Tia (MINI-STROKE) Treatment
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Practice locations

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18111 Prince Philip Dr
Ste 101
Olney, MD, 20832

202-444-8659
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Fax 410-354-5956

3800 Reservoir Rd NW
Pasquerilla Healthcare Center 7th Fl Dept Neurology
Washington, DC, 20007

202-444-8659
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Fax 410-354-5956

Insurance

This list represents the major payors accepted by MedStar Health.

NOTE: Payor contracts change and not all plans associated with a payor may be covered. Payors may offer multiple plans. If you have a question related to your insurance, please contact your insurance plan directly. Contact information is located on your health insurance ID card.

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  • List of insurance plans we accept
    • Aetna
    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland
    • Cigna Health Care
    • Kaiser Permanente*
    • MedStar Select (Administered by CareFirst)
    • United HealthCare
    • Aetna
    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland
    • Healthspring
    • Humana
    • Medicare & Railroad Medicare
    • United HealthCare
    • Aetna Better Health of Maryland *
    • Medical Assistance/Medicaid
    • MedStar Family Choice MD
    • Priority Partners *
    • United HealthCare Community Health Plan MD
    • Wellpoint MD
    • AmeriHealth Caritas
    • Health Services For Children With Special Needs (HSCSN)
    • Medical Assistance/Medicaid
    • MedStar Family Choice DC
    • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs *
    • Johns Hopkins US Family Health Plan *
    • MultiPlan
    • Private Healthcare Systems
    • Tricare/Humana Military
    • VA Community Care Network (VACCN)

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Education

Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurology

Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry and Neurology

Fellowship: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai (2014)

Residency: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai (2013)

Internship: St. Vincent Hospital (2010)

Medical School: Memorial University of Newfoundland (2009)

Medical School: Tufts University (2002)

Ratings and reviews

  • Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

    4.7
  • Extent to which the care provider listened to you

    4.8
  • Care provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

    4.7
  • Provider included you in decisions

    4.6
  • Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

    4.8
  • Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

    4.7
  • Mar 1, 2022

    Extremely productive appointment with a knowledgeable and concerned doctor.

  • Nov 24, 2021

    All my questions were answered and I felt comfortable.

  • Nov 4, 2021

    *Dr. Mayson was attentive & helpful.