The 20 Best Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) Doctors Near Me in cleveland, OH

Find the Top Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 37 doctor with experience in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) near cleveland, OH. Of these, 29 are Experienced and 8 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Advanced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Abbatemarco is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Abbatemarco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Stiff Person Syndrome, and Optic Neuritis. Dr. Abbatemarco is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2019. Dr. Abbatemarco is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Advanced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Kunchok is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Kunchok is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Optic Neuritis, and Thymectomy. Dr. Kunchok is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Advanced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lindsay Ross is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Ross is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). Dr. Ross is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2020. Dr. Ross is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Advanced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Cohen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Optic Neuritis. Dr. Cohen is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 1985. Dr. Cohen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Neurology
    Advanced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ilia Itin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Itin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). He is also highly rated in 91 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Hereditary Ataxia, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia. Dr. Itin is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2004. Dr. Itin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Advanced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    2049 East 100th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brandon Moss is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Moss is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurosarcoidosis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Transverse Myelitis. Dr. Moss is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2016. Dr. Moss is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Rensel is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Rensel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Rensel is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 1997. Dr. Rensel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alise Carlson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Carlson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Rasmussen Encephalitis. Dr. Carlson is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2021. Dr. Carlson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kedar Mahajan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Mahajan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Camptocormism. Dr. Mahajan is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2016. Dr. Mahajan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Fox is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Fox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Transverse Myelitis, and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease. Dr. Fox is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2001. Dr. Fox is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Physiatry
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Keith Mckee is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Mckee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A, Spastic Paraplegia Type 2, Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome, and Troyer Syndrome. Dr. Mckee is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kimberly Dimauro is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Dimauro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Transverse Myelitis, Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS). Dr. Dimauro is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Ontaneda is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Ontaneda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), CACH Syndrome, and Encephalitis. Dr. Ontaneda is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2010. Dr. Ontaneda is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marisa Mcginley is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Mcginley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Optic Neuritis. Dr. Mcginley is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2016. Dr. Mcginley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Efrain Salgado is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Salgado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuromyelitis Optica, Stroke, Myasthenia Gravis, Hemiplegia, and Thymectomy. Dr. Salgado is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2008. Dr. Salgado is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Infectious Disease
    Referral required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Carlos Isada is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Isada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningitis, Staphylococcal Meningitis, Bacterial Meningitis, and Whipple Disease. Dr. Isada is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1992. Dr. Isada is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maryann Mays is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Mays is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease. Dr. Mays is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2001. Dr. Mays is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Marquardt is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Marquardt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Foot Drop, Infantile Axonal Neuropathy, Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Marquardt is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2018. Dr. Marquardt is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Holman is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Holman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Infectious Arthritis, Uvulitis, and Strep Throat. Dr. Holman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2012. Dr. Holman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Experienced in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Nemunaitis is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Nemunaitis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Autonomic Dysreflexia, Neurogenic Bowel, and Syringobulbia. Dr. Nemunaitis is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation, 1999. Dr. Nemunaitis is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)?

    Acute flaccid myelitis is a rare neurological condition that affects the gray matter of the spinal cord, causing the body’s reflexes and muscles to weaken. Acute flaccid myelitis mainly occurs in children following a viral infection. Acute flaccid myelitis is considered to be a medical emergency.

    When should I see an Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctor near cleveland, OH?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctor near cleveland, OH?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctors near cleveland, OH?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctors near cleveland, OH?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctor near cleveland, OH?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctor near cleveland, OH?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctors near cleveland, OH?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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