The 20 Best Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) Doctors Near Me in Fukuoka, 40

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 36 doctor with experience in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) near Fukuoka, 40. Of these, 29 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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

    Jun-ichi Kira
    Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

    Jun-ichi Kira
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Jun-ichi Kira practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Kira 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 Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, and Thrombectomy.

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

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

    Ryo Yamasaki
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Ryo Yamasaki practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Yamasaki 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 Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Multiple System Atrophy, CACH Syndrome, and Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.

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

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

    Shintaro Hayashi
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Shintaro Hayashi practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Hayashi 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), Chronic Demyelinizing Neuropathy with IgM Monoclonal, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Inflammatory Myofibroblastic Tumor.

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

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

    Sachiko Koyama
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Sachiko Koyama practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Ms. Koyama 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 Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

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

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

    Yuko Kobayakawa
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Yuko Kobayakawa practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Ms. Kobayakawa 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), Retinitis Pigmentosa, and Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation.

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

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

    Motoi Yoshimura
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Motoi Yoshimura practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Yoshimura 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, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, and Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome.

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

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

    Toru Iwaki
    Higashi, JP 
     (12.7 km away)

    Toru Iwaki practices in Higashi, Japan. Mr. Iwaki 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 Alpers-Huttenlocher Syndrome, Ganglioglioma, Tumefactive Multiple Sclerosis, and Neuromyelitis Optica.

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

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

    Atsushi Doi
    Nishi, JP 
     (8.4 km away)

    Atsushi Doi practices in Nishi, Japan. Mr. Doi 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 Kimura Disease, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and IgG4-Related Disease.

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

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

    Shoko Sadashima
    Hakata-ekimae, JP 
     (10.0 km away)

    Shoko Sadashima practices in Hakata-ekimae, Japan. Ms. Sadashima 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 Multiple System Atrophy, Familial Dysautonomia, Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

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

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

    Kaoru Yagita
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Kaoru Yagita practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Yagita 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 Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease.

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

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

    Yu Hashimoto
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Yu Hashimoto practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Hashimoto 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), Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia, and Striatonigral Degeneration Infantile.

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

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

    Eiki Takahashi
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Eiki Takahashi practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Takahashi 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 Piebaldism, Desbuquois Syndrome, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

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

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

    Shun-ichi Yamashita
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Shun-ichi Yamashita practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Yamashita 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), and Cerebral Hypoxia.

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

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

    Masahiro Shijo
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Masahiro Shijo practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Shijo 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 Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Orchiectomy.

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

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

    Tadashi Nakaya
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Tadashi Nakaya practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Nakaya 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, Alzheimer's Disease, and Dementia.

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

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

    Tetsuya Hayashi
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Tetsuya Hayashi practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Hayashi 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 Cerebral Hypoxia, Diarrhea, Relapsing Fever, Ozena, and Splenectomy.

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

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

    Shotaro Hayashida
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Shotaro Hayashida practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Hayashida 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 Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Optic Neuritis, and Alpers-Huttenlocher Syndrome.

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

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

    Shuichi Yatsuga
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Shuichi Yatsuga practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Yatsuga 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 CHARGE Syndrome, Penis Agenesis, Precocious Puberty, and Cytochrome P450 Oxidoreductase Deficiency.

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

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

    Tasuku Okui
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Tasuku Okui practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Okui 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), Macrosomia, and COVID-19.

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

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

    Mitsuru Watanabe
    Fukuoka, JP 
     (10.3 km away)

    Mitsuru Watanabe practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Watanabe 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 Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Optic Neuritis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

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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 Fukuoka, 40?

    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 Fukuoka, 40?

    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 Fukuoka, 40?

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    How does MediFind rank Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctors near Fukuoka, 40?

    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 Fukuoka, 40?

    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 Fukuoka, 40?

    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 Fukuoka, 40?

    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 Fukuoka, 40?

    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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