The 20 Best Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) Doctors Near Me in Miyagi, JP

Find the Top Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) near Miyagi, JP. Of these, 36 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Masashi Aoki
    Elite in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Masashi Aoki
    Sendai, JP 

    Masashi Aoki practices in Sendai, Japan. Mr. Aoki is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Optic Neuritis, Transverse Myelitis, Thymectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Ayumi Nishiyama
    Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Ayumi Nishiyama
    Sendai, JP 

    Ayumi Nishiyama practices in Sendai, Japan. Ms. Nishiyama is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Myelitis, and Neuromyelitis Optica.

    Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Tetsuya Akiyama
    Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Tetsuya Akiyama
    Sendai, JP 

    Tetsuya Akiyama practices in Sendai, Japan. Mr. Akiyama is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Dysferlinopathy, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.

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    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Shio Mitsuzawa
    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Shio Mitsuzawa
    Sendai, JP 

    Shio Mitsuzawa practices in Sendai, Japan. Mitsuzawa is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Their top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Dysferlinopathy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Tomomi Shijo
    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Tomomi Shijo
    Sendai, JP 

    Tomomi Shijo practices in Sendai, Japan. Ms. Shijo is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Dysferlinopathy, Plasmacytoma, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Rumiko Izumi
    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Rumiko Izumi
    JP 

    Rumiko Izumi practices in Japan. Izumi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Their top areas of expertise are Dysferlinopathy, Cytoplasmic Body Myopathy, Inclusion Body Myopathy 2, Inclusion Body Myositis, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Hiroya Ono
    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Hiroya Ono
    Sendai, JP 

    Hiroya Ono practices in Sendai, Japan. Ono is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Their top areas of expertise are Dysferlinopathy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Inclusion Body Myositis.

    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Satoru Ebihara
    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Satoru Ebihara
    Sendai, JP 

    Satoru Ebihara practices in Sendai, Japan. Mr. Ebihara is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Swallowing Difficulty, Muscle Atrophy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Lung Transplant.

    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Masaaki Kato
    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Masaaki Kato
    Sendai, JP 

    Masaaki Kato practices in Sendai, Japan. Mr. Kato is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myopathy 2, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Inclusion Body Myositis, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Ryo Funayama
    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Ryo Funayama
    Sendai, JP 

    Ryo Funayama practices in Sendai, Japan. Mr. Funayama is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Noonan Syndrome, Classic Galactosemia, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Yurika Uematsu-Numata
    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Yurika Uematsu-Numata
    Sendai, JP 

    Yurika Uematsu-Numata practices in Sendai, Japan. Ms. Uematsu-Numata is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her top areas of expertise are Leigh Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and West Syndrome.

    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Takakazu Nakabayashi
    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Takakazu Nakabayashi
    Sendai, JP 

    Takakazu Nakabayashi practices in Sendai, Japan. Nakabayashi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Their top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3, and Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy.

    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Naoko Nakamura
    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Naoko Nakamura
    JP 

    Naoko Nakamura practices in Japan. Ms. Nakamura is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her top areas of expertise are Dysferlinopathy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.

    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Toshiaki Takahashi
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Toshiaki Takahashi
    Sendai, JP 

    Toshiaki Takahashi practices in Sendai, Japan. Mr. Takahashi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Dysferlinopathy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Miyoshi Myopathy, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Tetsuya Akaishi
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Tetsuya Akaishi
    Sendai, JP 

    Tetsuya Akaishi practices in Sendai, Japan. Mr. Akaishi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Thymectomy, and Hysterectomy.

    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Hiroyuki Uechi
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Hiroyuki Uechi
    Sendai, JP 

    Hiroyuki Uechi practices in Sendai, Japan. Mr. Uechi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Kohji Fukunaga
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Kohji Fukunaga
    JP 

    Kohji Fukunaga practices in Japan. Fukunaga is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Their top areas of expertise are Alpha Thalassemia X-Linked Intellectual Disability Syndrome, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Alzheimer's Disease, and Oophorectomy.

    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Temma Soga
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Temma Soga
    Sendai, JP 

    Temma Soga practices in Sendai, Japan. Soga is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Their top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Inclusion Body Myositis, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Toshiki Endo
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Toshiki Endo
    JP 

    Toshiki Endo practices in Japan. Mr. Endo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Spinal Tumor, Arteriovenous Malformation, Subependymoma, Liver Embolization, and Cordotomy.

    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Yoshihiro Kushida
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Yoshihiro Kushida
    Sendai, JP 

    Yoshihiro Kushida practices in Sendai, Japan. Mr. Kushida is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Hyaline Fibromatosis Syndrome, Cardiac Tamponade, and Thymectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)?

    Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, is a disease of the nerve cells in the brain, brain stem and spinal cord that control voluntary muscle movement.

    ALS is also known as Lou Gehrig disease.

    When should I see an Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctor in Miyagi, JP?

    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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctor in Miyagi, JP?

    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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctor in Miyagi, JP?

    You can find an Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctors in Miyagi, JP?

    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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctors in Miyagi, JP?

    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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctor in Miyagi, JP?

    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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) 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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctor in Miyagi, JP?

    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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) 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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) 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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctors in Miyagi, JP?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) 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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) 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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