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    MediFind found 62 doctor with experience in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) near New Jersey, US. Of these, 48 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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      Megan Leitch
      Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
      Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
      Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
      Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

      Atlantic Neuroscience Associates

      99 Beauvoir Avenue, Floor 5, 
      Summit, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Megan Leitch, MD, is a fellowship-trained neurologist with Atlantic Medical Group’s Atlantic Neuroscience Associates. Board-certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, she has clinical expertise in general neurology as well as in treating patients with a wide variety of neurologic conditions. She has a special interest in neuromuscular disorders, including muscular dystrophy, myasthenia gravis, chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy and ALS. In addition, Dr, Leitch is experienced in performing electrodiagnostic testing. She works closely with a team of specialized nurse practitioners to ensure the highest quality and timely care is provided to all her patients.An avid educator, Dr. Leitch served as an assistant professor in the Department of Neurology at Rutgers University, Robert Wood Johnson Medicine School (RWJMS), New Brunswick, NJ, where she was named the Department of Neurology’s Outstanding Teacher in 2016, before being named associate professor. She also served as program director of the university’s neurology residency program, consulted with its neuromuscular outpatient clinic, neurology inpatients, and multidisciplinary ALS clinic, and served as clinic director of the Rutgers RWJMS chapter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association and interim director of the RWJMS ALS Clinic.After earning her medical degree at University of Vermont College of Medicine, Burlington, Dr. Leitch completed her residency in neurology at The Neurological Institute at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NYC, followed by a fellowship in neuromuscular medicine and neurophysiology.The author of several publications in peer-reviewed journals, Dr. Leitch has presented many times on the subjects of adult muscle disease, diabetic neuropathy, and myasthenia gravis. She is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Leitch is rated as a Distinguished provider 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), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

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

      New Jersey Pediatric Neuroscience Institute

      385 Prospect Avenue 2nd Floor, 
      Hackensack, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French
      Accepting New Patients

      Nizar Souayah is a Neurologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Souayah is rated as a Distinguished provider 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, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Myasthenia Gravis, and Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis. Dr. Souayah is currently accepting new patients.

      Andrew W. Tarulli
      Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
      Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
      Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
      Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

      Atlantic Neuroscience Associates

      99 Beauvoir Avenue, Floor 5, 
      Summit, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Andrew Tarulli is a fellowship-trained neurologist at Overlook Medical Center’s Atlantic Neuroscience Institute. He is board-certified in neurology, neuromuscular medicine and electrodiagnostic medicine.After graduating magna cum laude from New York University College of Arts and Sciences with a bachelor of arts in chemistry, Dr. Tarulli attended New York University School of Medicine for his medical degree. He completed his internship and residency in neurology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in New York, serving as a chief resident, then went on to become a neurophysiology research fellow. His research on neuromuscular disorders received National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding and his years of schooling are peppered with multiple awards including outstanding teacher, as well as recognition for his research initiatives from Harvard Medical School.Dr. Tarulli has been frequently invited to speak on a wide range of muscle and nerve disorders, both locally and nationally. He has authored multiple textbooks and book chapters, and has published an extensive list of articles in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Tarulli was editorial board chairman of the AANEM Science News, a journal of the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, where he is also a member of the Neuromuscular Assessment Examination committee.Dr. Tarulli maintains professional memberships in the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and the American Academy of Neurology. He is a member of Atlantic Medical Group and a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Tarulli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

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

      Barnabas Health Medical Group PC

      200 S Orange Ave, Suite 109, 
      Livingston, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sami Saba is a Neurologist in Livingston, New Jersey. Dr. Saba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Foot Drop, and Peripheral Neuropathy.

      Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
      Neurology
      Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
      Neurology
      125 Paterson St, Suite 6100, 
      New Brunswick, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jerry Belsh is a Neurologist in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Belsh is rated as a Distinguished provider 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), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

      Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
      Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
      Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
      Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology

      Hackensack Meridian Health Medical Group - Specialty Care PC

      1 Riverview Plz, 
      Red Bank, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mary Sedarous is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Neurologist in Red Bank, New Jersey. Dr. Sedarous is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her top areas of expertise are Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Sedarous is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Hunterdon Specialty Care PC

      6 Sand Hill Rd, Suite 202, 
      Flemington, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Shan Chen is a Neurologist in Flemington, New Jersey. Dr. Chen is rated as a Distinguished provider 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), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Neuroscience Institute

      650 From Road, Suite 506, 
      Paramus, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Connors is a Neurologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Connors is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

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

      Neuroscience Institute

      650 From Road, Suite 506, 
      Paramus, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, German, Italian

      Kurt Thomas is a Neurologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

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

      Veteran Hospital

      151 Knollcroft Rd, 
      Lyons, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jian Wang is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Lyons, New Jersey. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

      Anjali N. Patel
      Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
      Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)

      Memory And Cognitive Disorders Program

      99 Beauvoir Avenue, Floor 5, 
      Summit, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Anjali Patel is a fellowship-trained cognitive neurologist at the Atlantic Neuroscience Institute at Overlook Medical Center. Board-certified in psychiatry and neurology, she provides adult inpatient and outpatient general neurological care. She is a member of the Atlantic Medical Group Memory and Cognitive Disorders Center. After earning her medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, Dr. Patel completed a neurology residency at Drexel University College of Medicine. At Drexel, she served as chief resident in her final year. She subsequently completed a fellowship in geriatric neurology and neurobehavioral disorders at Columbia University Medical Center. She holds an academic appointment at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Patel has been instrumental in developing the memory and cognitive program at Overlook Medical Center into a center of excellence in neurocognitive disease. She is committed to providing quality care and support to both patients and caregivers. She has established educational symposia on memory loss and dementia for the community, patients and caregivers. She also has a strong interest in clinical trials related to memory loss and has presented her research nationally and internationally. Dr. Patel maintains professional memberships in the American Academy of Neurology and International Society to Advance Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment. She is a member of the Atlantic Medical Group and a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Primary Progressive Aphasia, Frontotemporal Dementia, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

      Jillian C. Alderson
      Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
      Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
      Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
      Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

      Atlantic Neuroscience Associates

      99 Beauvoir Avenue, Floor 5, 
      Summit, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Jillian Alderson is a board-certified neurologist who is fellowship-trained in neuromuscular medicine through the Atlantic Neuroscience Institute.Dr. Alderson received her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC, where she graduated cum laude and was admitted to the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) medical honors society. She also received various awards for leadership, integrity and humanitarianism. She went on to pursue her neurology residency training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA, serving as chief resident and remaining there for her fellowship in neuromuscular medicine. While in Boston, she pursued her passion for teaching, including facilitating several classes through Harvard Medical School and won awards for residency advocacy. Her research has been published in various peer-reviewed journals and presented at several national conferences.Dr. Alderson continues to be fascinated by how the nervous system affects behavior and function in all parts of the body, therefore, she sees both general neurology and neuromuscular patients in her practice. She maintains professional memberships to the American Academy of Neurology and the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine. She is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Alderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Meningioma, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

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

      Neuroscience Institute

      650 From Road, Suite 506, 
      Paramus, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kiandokht Keyhanian is a Neurologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Keyhanian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Papilledema.

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

      Office

      95 Madison Ave Ste 306, 
      Morristown, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Olga Alexeeva is a Neurologist in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Alexeeva is rated as an Experienced provider 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), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Seizures.

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

      HMH - Primary Care - Piscataway

      1080 Stelton Road, 
      Piscataway, NJ 
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sumaiya Iqbal is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Piscataway, New Jersey. Dr. Iqbal has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Athetosis.

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

      Hackensack University Medical Center

      30 Prospect Avenue, Emergency Medicine, 3 Main 3619, 
      Hackensack, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jun Han is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Han is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Vertigo, Mesothelioma, Septoplasty, and Bone Graft.

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

      HMH - Neuroscience Institute - Neptune

      1945 Route 33, Amdur Pavilion, 
      Neptune, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic

      Shadi Yaghi is a Neurologist in Neptune, New Jersey. Dr. Yaghi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

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

      Summit Atlantic Surgery Center LLC

      140 Park Ave, 
      Florham Park, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephanie Chu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Florham Park, New Jersey. Dr. Chu is rated as an Experienced provider 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), Frontotemporal Dementia, and Acrospiroma.

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

      Neuroscience Institute

      650 From Road, Suite 506, 
      Paramus, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Regina Krel is a Neurologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Krel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Neuralgia.

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

      Neuroscience Institute

      650 From Road, Suite 506, 
      Paramus, NJ 
      Experience:
      18+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Umer Akbar is a Neurologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Akbar has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Gastrostomy.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      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 New Jersey, US?

      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 New Jersey, US?

      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 does MediFind rank Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) doctors in New Jersey, US?

      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 New Jersey, US?

      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 New Jersey, US?

      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 New Jersey, US?

      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 New Jersey, US?

      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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