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    MediFind found 97 doctor with experience in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis near Pennsylvania, US. Of these, 87 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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      Elite in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Elite in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology

      3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Eric Lancaster is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lancaster is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Encephalitis, Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, and Continuous Muscle Fiber Activity Hereditary. Dr. Lancaster is currently accepting new patients.

      Jenny J. Linnoila
      Distinguished in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Distinguished in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Magee

      300 Halket Street, Suite 4500, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jenny Linnoila, MD, PhD, specializes in neurology and is board-certified in neurology by the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology & Psychiatry. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Neurology and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital and UPMC Shadyside. Dr. Linnoila completed her medical education at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, residency at Massachusetts General Hospital - Harvard Medical School, and fellowship at Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education. Dr. Linnoila is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Herpes Simplex Encephalitis.

      Matthew A. Berk
      Advanced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Advanced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      Vickie & Jack Farber Institute For Neuroscience - Honickman Center

      1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 10, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Matthew Berk is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Berk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, Seizures, and Gastrostomy.

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      Distinguished in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Distinguished in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      3400 Spruce St, 2 Ravdin Building, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Myrna Rosenfeld is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rosenfeld is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Brain Tumor, and Glioma.

      Distinguished in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Distinguished in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      Advocare, LLC

      1100 Horizon Cir, 
      Chalfont, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Sharon Stoll is a Neurologist in Chalfont, Pennsylvania. Dr. Stoll is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Rasmussen Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, and Encephalitis. Dr. Stoll is currently accepting new patients.

      Lindsay M. Higdon
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      Vickie & Jack Farber Institute For Neuroscience - Honickman Center

      1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 10, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lindsay Higdon is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Higdon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Higdon is currently accepting new patients.

      Michael R. Sperling
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      Vickie & Jack Farber Institute For Neuroscience - Honickman Center

      1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 10, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Sperling is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sperling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE). Dr. Sperling is currently accepting new patients.

      Joseph C. Mccall
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      Vickie & Jack Farber Institute For Neuroscience - Honickman Center

      1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 10, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Mccall is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mccall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Status Epilepticus, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Gastrostomy.

      Alan S. Plotzker
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      UPMC Department Of Neurology

      3471 5th Avenue, Suite 810, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Alan Plotzker is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Plotzker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Rasmussen Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Encephalitis, and Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy. Dr. Plotzker is currently accepting new patients.

      Cigdem Isitan-Alkawadri
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Magee

      300 Halket Street, Suite 4500, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Turkish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Cigdem Isitan-Alkawadri is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Isitan-Alkawadri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Transverse Myelitis, and Rasmussen Encephalitis. Dr. Isitan-Alkawadri is currently accepting new patients.

      Trevor A. Phinney
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      UPMC Hamot Neurology

      201 State Street, 
      Erie, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Trevor Phinney is a Neurologist in Erie, Pennsylvania. Dr. Phinney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Seizures, Apoplexy, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

      Don K. Mathew
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Neurology | Pediatric Neurology

      Geisinger Medical Center - Pediatric Neurology

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
      Experience:
      18+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Don Mathew is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mathew has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Benign Rolandic Epilepsy. Dr. Mathew is currently accepting new patients.

      Rock A. Heyman
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Magee

      300 Halket Street, Suite 4500, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Rock Heyman is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Heyman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Neuromyelitis Optica.

      Jonathan Cheponis
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      LVH Neurology-1250 Cedar Crest

      1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 405, 
      Allentown, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jonathan Cheponis is a Neurologist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cheponis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Tuberculous Meningitis, Migraine, Transient Global Amnesia, and Trigeminal Neuralgia.

      Christopher T. Skidmore
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      Vickie & Jack Farber Institute For Neuroscience - Honickman Center

      1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 10, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Christopher Skidmore is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Skidmore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Skidmore is currently accepting new patients.

      Megan E. Esch
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      GMC Neurology

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Esch is a board-certified and fellowship-trained neurologist specializing in multiple sclerosis. She attended Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science/Chicago Medical School, where she earned her medical degree. She completed her residency at University of California Los Angeles-Cedars Sinai Hospital, and her fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Esch is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She speaks English and Spanish.|Video: more from Dr. Megan Esch, M.D. Dr. Esch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, and Neuromyelitis Optica.

      Gary W. Clauser
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

      LVH Neurology-1250 Cedar Crest

      1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 405, 
      Allentown, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Philosophy of care | My approach is to help each patient understand their diagnosis and how treatments will impact their well-being. I also like to make them feel they are the most important patient. | Why I entered medicine | After having a personal family member go through a medical problem, I wanted to use my root “engineering way of thinking” to help solve complicated medical cases. | Community involvement | I have volunteered as a coach for my children’s travel and club sports teams for over 15 years. | Personal interests | My hobbies and interests revolve around my busy kids’ schedules. I gain great enjoyment and fulfillment watching them flourish. Dr. Clauser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Migraine, and Transverse Myelitis.

      Marinos C. Dalakas
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurosurgery

      Vickie & Jack Farber Institute For Neuroscience - Honickman Center

      1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 10, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Marinos Dalakas is a Neurologist and a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dalakas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Laminectomy. Dr. Dalakas is currently accepting new patients.

      Saman Zafar
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Neurology
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Neurology

      Klein Building

      5401 Old York Road, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Saman Zafar is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Zafar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Zafar is currently accepting new patients.

      Tara Morrison
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Neurology | Hematology Oncology
      Experienced in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
      Neurology | Hematology Oncology

      LVH Hematology Oncology-1240 Cedar Crest

      1240 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 401, 
      Allentown, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French
      Offers Telehealth

      Tara Morrison is a Neurologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Morrison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Ependymoma, and Glioma.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      When should I see an Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis doctor in Pennsylvania, 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 Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis doctor in Pennsylvania, 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 Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis doctors in Pennsylvania, 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 Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis doctors in Pennsylvania, 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 Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis doctor in Pennsylvania, 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 Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis 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 Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis doctor in Pennsylvania, 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 Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis 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 Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis 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 Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis doctors in Pennsylvania, US?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis 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 Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis 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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