The 20 Best AIDS Dementia Complex Doctors Near Me in District of Columbia, US

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The 20 Best AIDS Dementia Complex Doctors in District of Columbia, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 115 doctor with experience in AIDS Dementia Complex near District of Columbia, US. Of these, 74 are Experienced, 33 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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    Lynette H. Posorske
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lynette Posorske is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Posorske is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Vasilios J. Pyrgos
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Offers Telehealth

    Vasilios Pyrgos is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Pyrgos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Rebecca H. Shaffer
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rebecca Shaffer, M.D., is an infectious disease physician with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians. Dr. Shaffer cares for patients who need in-patient/hospital-based infectious disease management, as well as out-patient general infectious disease care. She has specialized expertise in HIV, HIV prevention, urinary tract infections, soft tissue infections, orthopedic infections and fever of unknown origin. As a physician, she enjoys engaging with her patients in collaborative partnerships to achieve the best possible outcomes and optimize infection prevention. Dr. Shaffer provides a welcoming space to discuss concerns, to be heard and to move forward together with a clear plan. Dr. Shaffer and her family live in Maryland. In her free time, she enjoys attending live music performances, playing golf and fly fishing. Dr. Shaffer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, HIV/AIDS, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

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    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Whitman-Walker Health

    1525 14th St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Henn is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Henn is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. Her top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Whitman-Walker Health

    1525 14th St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Abbott is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Abbott is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Ahf Healthcare Center-Washington Dc, Capitol Hill

    650 Pennsylvania Ave SE Ste 310, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Leleka Doonquah is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Doonquah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Unity Health Care Inc.

    765 Kenilworth Ter NE, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gebeyehu Teferi is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Teferi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, Myelitis, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Whitman-Walker Health

    1525 14th St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Fessler is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Fessler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Office

    1377 R St NW Fl 2, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Namrata Shah is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, HIV/AIDS, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sheena Ramdeen is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Ramdeen has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, HIV/AIDS, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    110 Irving Street Northwest Room 1a-50B

    110 Irving St NW Rm 1A-50B, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Glenn Wortmann is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Wortmann is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Doris Pablo-Bustos MD PC

    1140 Varnum St NE, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Theo Hodge is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Hodge is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, HIV/AIDS, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Mohammad A. Rai
    Experienced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ali Rai, M.D., is an infectious disease physician with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians. Dr. Rai has knowledge and expertise in helping patients work through and treat a wide-range of conditions and complex infectious disease challenges. A typical day for him could include treating a patient with a neurosurgery hydatid cyst in the morning and then working on a Naegleria case in the ICU in the afternoon. He enjoys the unique opportunity of working with both patients and medical colleagues in the hospital and clinical setting, and across the spectrum of age, disease and medical specialties. Dr. Rai is a firm believer in the bench-to-bedside approach to medicine. He believes evidence-based approaches to medicine should always dictate the highest quality of care for his patients to ensure the best outcomes. He is proud to be a part of the Johns Hopkins health system where patient care comes first and is unmatched. Dr. Rai had the unique opportunity of growing up in different cultures and training in different settings, which allows him to connect and provide care to a diverse group of patients. He enjoys reading, both fiction and non-fiction, and likes to spin a googly on the cricket field. Dr. Rai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are AIDS Dementia Complex, HIV/AIDS, and Infective Endocarditis.

    Experienced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Intensive Care Medicine

    MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christian Woods is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Woods is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and Sepsis.

    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    110 Irving Street Northwest Room 1a-50B

    110 Irving St NW Rm 1A-50B, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Saumil Doshi is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Doshi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Unity Health Care Inc.

    1500 Galen St SE, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Chavez is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Chavez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Myelitis, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    Hu Faculty Practice Plan-Infectious Disease/Cidmar

    2139 Georgia Ave NW Ste 3D, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jhansi Gajjala is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Gajjala is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Internal Medicine

    110 Irving Street Northwest Room 1A-50A

    110 Irving St NW Rm 1A-50A, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arrel Olano is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Olano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Infectious Disease

    110 Irving Street Northwest Room 1a-50B

    110 Irving St NW Rm 1A-50B, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leon Lai is an Infectious Disease provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Lai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in AIDS Dementia Complex
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1145 19th St NW Ste 501, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Stearn is an Internal Medicine provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Stearn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of AIDS Dementia Complex?

    AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) dementia complex, also known as HIV-associated dementia, is a chronic disorder of the mental processes, such as memory, thought, and reasoning, caused by late-stage HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) encephalopathy (brain infection).

    When should I see an AIDS Dementia Complex doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    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 AIDS Dementia Complex doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    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 AIDS Dementia Complex doctors in District of Columbia, US?

    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 AIDS Dementia Complex doctors in District of Columbia, US?

    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 AIDS Dementia Complex doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    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 AIDS Dementia Complex doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different AIDS Dementia Complex 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 AIDS Dementia Complex doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    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 AIDS Dementia Complex 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 AIDS Dementia Complex 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 AIDS Dementia Complex doctors in District of Columbia, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the AIDS Dementia Complex 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 AIDS Dementia Complex doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the AIDS Dementia Complex 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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