The 20 Best Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood Doctors in Portugal

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 37 doctor with experience in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood near Portugal. Of these, 37 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Ivania Alves
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Ivania Alves
    Penafiel, PT 

    Ivania Alves practices practicing medicine in Penafiel, Portugal. Ms. Alves is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Sporadic Hemiplegic Migraine, and Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Andreia Dias
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Andreia Dias
    Porto, PT 

    Andreia Dias practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Ms. Dias is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Familial Hemiplegic Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Sporadic Hemiplegic Migraine.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Andreia P. Sousa
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Andreia P. Sousa
    Rua Dr. António Bernardino De Almeida, 
    Porto, PT 

    Andreia Sousa practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Ms. Sousa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypermobile Joints, Stroke, Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, and Hemiplegia.

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    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Joana F. Coelho
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Joana F. Coelho
    Rua Dr. António Bernardino De Almeida 830, 844, 856, 
    Porto, PT 

    Joana Coelho practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Coelho is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. Their clinical expertise encompasses Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Hemiplegia, Absence Seizure, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Sandra C. Sousa
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Sandra C. Sousa
    Lisbon, PT 

    Sandra Sousa practices practicing medicine in Lisbon, Portugal. Ms. Sousa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula, Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM), Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, and Hemiplegia.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Pedro Teles
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Pedro Teles
    Campo, PT 

    Pedro Teles practices practicing medicine in Campo, Portugal. Mr. Teles is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. His clinical expertise encompasses Epidural Hematoma, Chondroma, Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Rita O. Rodrigues
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Rita O. Rodrigues
    Porto, PT 

    Rita Rodrigues practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Rodrigues is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Multiple Mononeuropathy, Adams-Oliver Syndrome, Vitrectomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Jose E. Alves
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Jose E. Alves
    Santo Antonio De Felheiros, PT 

    Jose Alves practices practicing medicine in Santo Antonio De Felheiros, Portugal. Mr. Alves is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondyloepimetaphyseal Dysplasia Joint Laxity, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Hepatocerebral Degeneration.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Joao A. Xavier
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Joao A. Xavier
    Santo Antonio De Felheiros, PT 

    Joao Xavier practices practicing medicine in Santo Antonio De Felheiros, Portugal. Mr. Xavier is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. His clinical expertise encompasses Nelson Syndrome, Headache, Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Hemiplegia, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Mariana R. Santos
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Mariana R. Santos
    Porto, PT 

    Mariana Santos practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Ms. Santos is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 11, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Apraxia, Thrombectomy, and Angioplasty.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Alexandre G. Bernardino
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Alexandre G. Bernardino
    Lisbon, PT 

    Alexandre Bernardino practices practicing medicine in Lisbon, Portugal. Mr. Bernardino is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. His clinical expertise encompasses Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Hemiplegia, and Stroke.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Catia Carmona
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Catia Carmona

    Hospital De Cascais Dr. José De Almeida

    Cascais, PT 

    Catia Carmona practices practicing medicine in Cascais, Portugal. Ms. Carmona is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nevoid Basal Cell Carcinoma Syndrome, Encephalitis, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, and Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Goncalo N. Almeida
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Goncalo N. Almeida
    Vila Do Conde, PT 

    Goncalo Almeida practices practicing medicine in Vila Do Conde, Portugal. Almeida is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Listeriosis, Campylobacter Infection, Bacterial Gastroenteritis, and Epidural Hematoma.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Miguel Ferreira-Alves
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Miguel Ferreira-Alves
    Porto, PT 

    Miguel Ferreira-Alves practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Mr. Ferreira-Alves is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Primary Amyloidosis, Migraine, and Transthyretin Amyloidosis.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Rui M. Macedo
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Rui M. Macedo
    Porto, PT 

    Rui Macedo practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Mr. Macedo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. His clinical expertise encompasses Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Hemiplegia, and Stroke.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Joana Arcangelo
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Joana Arcangelo
    Lisbon, PT 

    Joana Arcangelo practices practicing medicine in Lisbon, Portugal. Ms. Arcangelo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis in Children, Osteomyelitis, Septic Arthritis, and Infectious Arthritis.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Liliana S. Carvalho
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Liliana S. Carvalho
    Porto, PT 

    Liliana Carvalho practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Ms. Carvalho is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Hemiplegia, and Rhizotomy.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Alejandro Castro-Gonzalez
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Alejandro Castro-Gonzalez
    -1. 39008 Santander. Tfno, 942 202520 Ext 73334, 
    PT 

    Alejandro Castro-Gonzalez practices practicing medicine in Portugal. Mr. Castro-Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Pneumonia, COVID-19, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), and Kidney Transplant.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Luis Ruano
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Luis Ruano
    Aveiro, PT 

    Luis Ruano practices practicing medicine in Aveiro, Portugal. Mr. Ruano is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Multiple Mononeuropathy, Stereotypic Movement Disorder, Spastic Paraplegia Type 2, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Alda I. Sousa
    Experienced in Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

    Alda I. Sousa
    Gafanha Da Nazare, PT 

    Alda Sousa practices practicing medicine in Gafanha Da Nazare, Portugal. Ms. Sousa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Sporadic Hemiplegic Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Familial Hemiplegic Migraine.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood?

    Alternating hemiplegia of childhood (AHC) is a neurological disorder that usually affects children before 18 months of age. Classic AHC causes recurrent episodes of paralysis (hemiplegia) that involve one or both sides of the body, multiple limbs, or a single limb. The paralysis may affect different parts of the body at different times and may be brief or last for several days. A characteristic feature of AHC is that symptoms disappear during sleep and return upon waking. Many affected children display some degree of developmental delay, abnormal eye (oculomotor) movements, uncontrolled limb movements (including ataxia, dystonia, and choreoathetosis) and seizures. The majority of cases of AHC are caused by a new change (called a pathogenic variant) in the ATP1A3 gene that is not inherited. Thus, most patients with AHC do not have a family history of the disorder. A small number of cases of AHC are caused by changes in the ATP1A2 gene. When this condition does run in families, it follows an autosomal dominant pattern of inheritance.

    When should I see an Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood doctor in Portugal?

    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 Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood doctor in Portugal?

    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 do I find the best Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood doctor in Portugal?

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    How does MediFind rank Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood doctors in Portugal?

    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 Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood doctors in Portugal?

    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 Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood doctor in Portugal?

    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 Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood 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 Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood doctor in Portugal?

    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 Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood 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 Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood 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 Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood doctors in Portugal?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood 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 Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood 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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