The 20 Best Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) Doctors Near Me in Osaka, 27

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 91 doctor with experience in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) near Osaka, 27. Of these, 68 are Experienced, 18 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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

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

    Shoji Tsuji
    Osaka, JP 
     (10.7 km away)

    Shoji Tsuji practices in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Tsuji 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 Myoclonic Epilepsy, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Paraplegia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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

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

    Toshihide Takeuchi
    Sakai, JP 
     (7.7 km away)

    Toshihide Takeuchi practices in Sakai, Japan. Takeuchi 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), Frontotemporal Dementia, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Dementia.

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

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

    Yuzo Fujino
    Sakai, JP 
     (7.7 km away)

    Yuzo Fujino practices in Sakai, Japan. Fujino 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, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, and Parkinson's Disease.

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

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

    Misako Kaido
    Sakai, JP 
     (7.7 km away)

    Misako Kaido practices in Sakai, Japan. Ms. Kaido 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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Episodic Ataxia with Nystagmus, and Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy.

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

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

    Yoshitaka Nagai
    Sayama, JP 
     (9.9 km away)

    Yoshitaka Nagai practices in Sayama, Japan. Mr. Nagai 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 Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

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

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

    Susumu Kusunoki
    Osaka, JP 
     (10.7 km away)

    Susumu Kusunoki practices in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Kusunoki 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 Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 8, and Multifocal Motor Neuropathy.

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

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

    Makito Hirano
    Osaka, JP 
     (10.7 km away)

    Makito Hirano practices in Osaka, Japan. Hirano 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 Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 8, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 6, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Vertebroplasty.

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

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

    Kazumasa Saigoh
    Osaka, JP 
     (10.7 km away)

    Kazumasa Saigoh practices in Osaka, Japan. Saigoh 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 Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 8, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

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

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

    Yoshinosuke Usuki
    Sumiyoshi, JP 
     (4.7 km away)

    Yoshinosuke Usuki practices in Sumiyoshi, Japan. Usuki 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 and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

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

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

    Tomo Shiota
    Kashihara, JP 
     (6.9 km away)

    Tomo Shiota practices in Kashihara, Japan. Mr. Shiota 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, Danon Disease, and Frontotemporal Dementia.

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

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

    Akira Kido
    Kashihara, JP 
     (6.9 km away)

    Akira Kido practices in Kashihara, Japan. Kido 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 Bone Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Osteosarcoma, Bone Graft, and Knee Replacement.

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

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

    Naoki Iwasa
    Kashihara, JP 
     (6.9 km away)

    Naoki Iwasa practices in Kashihara, Japan. Mr. Iwasa 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, Inclusion Body Myositis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Cytoplasmic Body Myopathy.

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

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

    Kaoru Kinugawa
    Kashihara, JP 
     (6.9 km away)

    Kaoru Kinugawa practices in Kashihara, Japan. Kinugawa 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 Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Hemiplegia, Parkinson's Disease, and Movement Disorders.

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

    Hisae Sumi-Akamaru
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Hisae Sumi-Akamaru
    Higashi-osaka, JP 
     (7.6 km away)

    Hisae Sumi-Akamaru practices in Higashi-osaka, Japan. Ms. Sumi-Akamaru is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her top areas of expertise are Hallervorden-Spatz Disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Inclusion Body Myopathy 2, and Thymectomy.

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

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

    Tadashi Kimura
    Sakai, JP 
     (7.7 km away)

    Tadashi Kimura practices in Sakai, Japan. Mr. Kimura 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 Ovarian Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Hysterectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

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

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

    Chiharu Isono
    Sayama, JP 
     (9.9 km away)

    Chiharu Isono practices in Sayama, Japan. Isono 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 Swallowing Difficulty, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 8, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 6, and Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy.

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

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

    Tomoya Taminato
    Sayama, JP 
     (9.9 km away)

    Tomoya Taminato practices in Sayama, Japan. Mr. Taminato 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), Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 8, and Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy.

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

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

    Morio Ueyama
    Osaka, JP 
     (10.7 km away)

    Morio Ueyama practices in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Ueyama 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 Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Frontotemporal Dementia.

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

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

    Naoki Kato
    Osaka, JP 
     (10.7 km away)

    Naoki Kato practices in Osaka, 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 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)

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

    Makoto Samukawa
    Osaka, JP 
     (10.7 km away)

    Makoto Samukawa practices in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Samukawa 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 Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 8, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Myasthenia Gravis, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia.

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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 near Osaka, 27?

    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 near Osaka, 27?

    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 near Osaka, 27?

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    How does MediFind rank Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctors near Osaka, 27?

    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 near Osaka, 27?

    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 near Osaka, 27?

    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 near Osaka, 27?

    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 near Osaka, 27?

    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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