The 20 Best Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) Doctors Near Me in Yamaguchi, 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 24 doctor with experience in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) near Yamaguchi, JP. Of these, 19 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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

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

    Hideyuki Takeuchi
    Shizuoka, JP 

    Hideyuki Takeuchi practices in Shizuoka, Japan. Takeuchi 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, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Oophorectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

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

    Kouichi Mizoguchi
    Shizuoka, JP 

    Kouichi Mizoguchi practices in Shizuoka, Japan. Mizoguchi 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, Parkinson's Disease, and Movement Disorders.

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

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

    Kazuhide Asakawa
    Mishima, JP 

    Kazuhide Asakawa practices in Mishima, Japan. Asakawa 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) and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

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

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

    Dai Watanabe
    2 Hamamatsu Branch, 
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Dai Watanabe practices in Hamamatsu, Japan. Watanabe 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 HIV/AIDS, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Kaposi Sarcoma.

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

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

    Yukitoshi Takahashi
    Shizuoka, JP 

    Yukitoshi Takahashi practices in Shizuoka, Japan. Takahashi 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 Encephalitis, Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, and West Syndrome.

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

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

    Satoshi Kono
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Satoshi Kono practices in Hamamatsu, Japan. Mr. Kono 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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Hemosiderosis, and Hallervorden-Spatz Disease.

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

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

    Hirotomo Saitsu
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Hirotomo Saitsu practices in Hamamatsu, Japan. Saitsu 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 West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal Crisis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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

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

    Satoshi Inoue
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Satoshi Inoue practices in Hamamatsu, Japan. Mr. Inoue 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 Bladder Cancer, Rabies, Prostate Cancer, Oophorectomy, and Thrombectomy.

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

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

    Ichiro Fujishima
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Ichiro Fujishima practices in Hamamatsu, Japan. Mr. Fujishima 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 Swallowing Difficulty, Muscle Atrophy, Dysarthria, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Gastrostomy.

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

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

    Yasushi Hosoi
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Yasushi Hosoi practices in Hamamatsu, Japan. Hosoi 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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Epilepsy, and Bacterial Meningitis.

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

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

    Hiroya Takeuchi
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Hiroya Takeuchi practices in Hamamatsu, Japan. Takeuchi 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 Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

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

    Takuya Kanamori
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Takuya Kanamori practices in Hamamatsu, Japan. Mr. Kanamori 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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Dementia.

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

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

    Koichi Kawakami
    Mishima, JP 

    Koichi Kawakami practices in Mishima, Japan. Mr. Kawakami 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 Branchiootorenal Syndrome, Branchio-Oculo-Facial Syndrome (BOFS), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

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

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

    Yu Kono
    Fuji, JP 

    Yu Kono practices in Fuji, Japan. Kono 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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), CACH Syndrome, and Stroke.

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

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

    Mitsuru Hanada
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Mitsuru Hanada practices in Hamamatsu, Japan. Mr. Hanada 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 Osteoarthritis, Lordosis, Arthritis, Osteotomy, and Knee Replacement.

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

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

    Tatsuhiro Terada
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Tatsuhiro Terada practices in Hamamatsu, Japan. Terada 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 Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Epilepsy, and Movement Disorders.

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

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

    Hiroaki Miyajima
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Hiroaki Miyajima practices in Hamamatsu, Japan. Mr. Miyajima 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 Hallervorden-Spatz Disease, Hemochromatosis, Hemosiderosis, Colorectal Cancer, and Endoscopy.

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

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

    Tomokazu Obi
    Shizuoka, JP 

    Tomokazu Obi practices in Shizuoka, Japan. Obi 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 Epilepsy, Dementia, Movement Disorders, and Alzheimer's Disease.

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

    Shin-ichi Ono
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Shin-ichi Ono
    Shimizu, JP 

    Shin-ichi Ono practices in Shimizu, Japan. Mr. Ono 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, and Necrosis.

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

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

    Kenji Sakimura
    Crest, 
    Chiyoda, JP 

    Kenji Sakimura practices in Chiyoda, Japan. Mr. Sakimura 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 Neuralgia, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency.

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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 Yamaguchi, 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 Yamaguchi, 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 Yamaguchi, JP?

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