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

Find the Top Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 46 doctor with experience in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) near Tennessee, US. Of these, 35 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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

    Vanderbilt Medical Group- Teleneurology

    1161 21st Ave South, A-0118 Medical Center North, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Lee is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Lee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Lee 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)
    Referral may be required

    Vanderbilt Medical Group- Teleneurology

    1161 21st Ave South, A-0118 Medical Center North, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lindsay Malatesta is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Malatesta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Malatesta is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Malatesta is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Referral may be required

    SpecialtyCare, Inc.

    Brentwood, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alyson Hommel is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brentwood, Tennessee. Dr. Hommel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Dysferlinopathy, and Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD). Dr. Hommel is board certified in The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology, Neurology, American Board Of Electrodiagnostic Medicine - Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neuromuscular Medicine. Dr. Hommel is currently accepting new patients.

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    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
    Referral may be required

    SpecialtyCare, Inc

    Brentwood, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Ross is a Neurologist and a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Brentwood, Tennessee. Dr. Ross is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Osteotomy, and Nerve Decompression. Dr. Ross is board certified in 1992, American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology-Neurophysiology , Colorado Board Of Medical Examiners , Indiana Health Professions Bureau , Nevada State Board Of Medical Examiners , Clinical Neurophysiology, Rhode Island Board Of Medical Licensure , Washington Division Of Professional Licensing , American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology,2011, Arizona Board Of Medical Examiners , Idaho State Board Of Medicine , Wyoming Board Of Medicine, American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology-Clinical Neurophysiology , Missouri Division Of Professional Registration , American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , Illinois Department Of Professional Regulation , 1988, American Board Of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation/Neuromuscular Medicine , Neuromuscular Medicine, Wisconsin Medical Examining Board , Missouri State Board Of Registration , Texas State Board Of Medical Examiners , American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology/ Neurology , Neurology, Oregon Board Of Medical Examiners , American Board Of Psy&Neuro/Neuromuscular Medicine , California Medical Board , Kentucky Board Of Medical Licensure , and Florida Board Of Medicine . Dr. Ross is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Referral may be required

    Vanderbilt Medical Group- Teleneurology

    1161 21st Ave South, A-0118 Medical Center North, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Francesca Bagnato is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Bagnato is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Neuromyelitis Optica, Optic Neuritis, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS). Dr. Bagnato is board certified in  . Dr. Bagnato is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Referral may be required

    Vanderbilt Medical Group- Teleneurology

    1161 21st Ave South, A-0118 Medical Center North, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Layfield is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Layfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). His clinical expertise encompasses Increased Head Circumference, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Dr. Layfield is board certified in  . Dr. Layfield is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Referral may be required

    Neuro-Edu LLC

    1301 Medical Center Dr, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Donofrio is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Donofrio is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Myasthenia Gravis, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Donofrio is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Referral may be required

    Semmes-Murphey Clinic

    6325 Humphreys Blvd, 
    Memphis,, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tulio Bertorini is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Memphis,, Tennessee. Dr. Bertorini is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Myasthenia Gravis, Inclusion Body Myositis, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Dr. Bertorini is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Distinguished in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Referral may be required

    Knoxville Neurology Clinic P.L.L.C.

    2200 Sutherland Ave, 
    Knoxville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Randall Trudell is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Trudell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Dr. Trudell is currently accepting new patients.

    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

    Office

    101 Med Tech Pkwy Ste 100, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Blackmore is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Johnson City, Tennessee. Dr. Blackmore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subacute Combined Degeneration, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Blackmore 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)
    Referral may be required

    Vanderbilt Neurology The Vanderbilt Clinic

    1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3930, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Holly Cannon is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Cannon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Dr. Cannon 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)
    Referral may be required

    Vanderbilt Neurology The Vanderbilt Clinic

    1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3930, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Charles is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Charles is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Paraplegia, Spasticity, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Charles 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)
    Referral may be required

    Abner M Glover JR, M.D.

    501 20th St Ste 501, 
    Knoxville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Thomas is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).

    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Advanced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Referral may be required

    Erlanger Neurology

    979 E 3rd St Ste C830, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chelsea Shugars is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Shugars is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Foot Drop, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. Dr. Shugars 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)
    Referral may be required

    Knoxville Neurology Specialists PLLC

    501 20th St Ste 505, 
    Knoxville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel Torres is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Torres is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Torres is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Referral may be required

    Ascension Saint Thomas Medical Partners Nashville Neurology

    300 20th Ave N, Fl 9, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brett Parker is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Parker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Myasthenia Gravis, and Dementia. Dr. Parker is board certified in The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Parker is currently accepting new patients.

    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

    Ascension Saint Thomas Medical Partners Nashville

    300 20th Ave N, Fl 9, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Dementia. Dr. Williams is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

    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

    Office

    501 Great Circle Rd Ste 200, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Yang Guo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Guo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Her clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Morning Sickness, and Low Potassium Level. Dr. Guo is currently accepting new patients.

    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

    Jackson-Madison County General Hospital

    620 Skyline Dr, 
    Jackson, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bader Kashlan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Jackson, Tennessee. Dr. Kashlan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Acute Cystitis. Dr. Kashlan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Experienced in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Referral may be required

    Tri State Mountain Neurology Associates PC

    1321 Sunset Dr Ste 11, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathaniel Whaley is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Johnson City, Tennessee. Dr. Whaley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Myasthenia Gravis, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Movement Disorders. Dr. Whaley is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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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