The 20 Best Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) Doctors Near Me in Niigata, 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 58 doctor with experience in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) near Niigata, JP. Of these, 34 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced, 6 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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

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

    Osamu Onodera
    Brain Science Branch, 
    Niigata, JP 

    Osamu Onodera practices in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Onodera 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), CACH Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Laminectomy, and Liver Embolization.

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

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

    Akiyoshi Kakita
    Niigata, JP 

    Akiyoshi Kakita practices in Niigata, Japan. Kakita is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Their top areas of expertise are Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Multiple System Atrophy.

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

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

    Tomohiko Ishihara
    Clinical Neuroscience Branch, 
    Niigata, JP 

    Tomohiko Ishihara practices in Niigata, Japan. Ishihara is rated as a Distinguished 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 6, and Acute Cerebellar Ataxia.

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

    Yuka M. Koike
    Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Yuka M. Koike
    Clinical Neuroscience Branch, 
    Niigata, JP 

    Yuka Koike practices in Niigata, Japan. Ms. Koike 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, Frontotemporal Dementia, and Dementia.

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

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

    Masatoyo Nishizawa
    Brain Science Branch, 
    Niigata, JP 

    Masatoyo Nishizawa practices in Niigata, Japan. Nishizawa is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Their top areas of expertise are Multiple System Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 15, Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, and Laminectomy.

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

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

    Akihiro Sugai
    Brain Science Branch, 
    Niigata, JP 

    Akihiro Sugai practices in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Sugai 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, Frontotemporal Dementia, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

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

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

    Hitoshi Takahashi
    Niigata, JP 

    Hitoshi Takahashi practices in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Takahashi 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 Multiple System Atrophy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Familial Dysautonomia, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

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

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

    Mari Tada
    Niigata, JP 

    Mari Tada practices in Niigata, Japan. Ms. Tada 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, Corticobasal Degeneration, and Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID).

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

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

    Akihide Koyama
    Clinical Neuroscience Branch, 
    Niigata, JP 

    Akihide Koyama practices in Niigata, Japan. Koyama 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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Muscle Atrophy, and Subdural Hematoma.

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

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

    Yasuko Toyoshima
    Agano, JP 

    Yasuko Toyoshima practices in Agano, Japan. Ms. Toyoshima 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 Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, and CACH Syndrome.

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

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

    Hiroshi Shimizu
    Niigata, JP 

    Hiroshi Shimizu practices in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Shimizu 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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Neurocutaneous Melanosis, and Lymphomatoid Granulomatosis.

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

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

    Yuya Hatano
    Brain Science Branch, 
    Niigata, JP 

    Yuya Hatano practices in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Hatano 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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 6, and Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy.

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

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

    Shoichi Sasaki
    Niigata, JP 

    Shoichi Sasaki practices in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Sasaki 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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Klippel-Feil Syndrome, and Parkinson's Disease.

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

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

    Makoto Sainouchi
    Niigata, JP 

    Makoto Sainouchi practices in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Sainouchi 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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Corticobasal Degeneration, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

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

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

    Akio Yokoseki
    Niigata, JP 

    Akio Yokoseki practices in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Yokoseki 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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Multiple System Atrophy, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31.

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

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

    Shintaro Tsuboguchi
    Niigata, JP 

    Shintaro Tsuboguchi practices in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Tsuboguchi 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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration.

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

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

    Takashi Nakajima
    Kashiwazaki, JP 

    Takashi Nakajima practices in Kashiwazaki, Japan. Mr. Nakajima 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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

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

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

    Junko Ito
    Niigata, JP 

    Junko Ito practices in Niigata, Japan. Ms. Ito 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 Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and CACH Syndrome.

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

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

    Yuka Nakamura
    Niigata, JP 

    Yuka Nakamura practices in Niigata, 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 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

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

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

    Hideomi Hamasaki
    Niigata, JP 

    Hideomi Hamasaki practices in Niigata, Japan. Hamasaki 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 Subependymal Nodular Heterotopia, Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

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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 Niigata, 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 Niigata, 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 Niigata, JP?

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