The 20 Best Athetosis Doctors Near Me in Boston, MA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 63 doctor with experience in Athetosis near Boston, MA. Of these, 62 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Neurology Department, 330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patricia Greenstein is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Greenstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. She is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Cervical Myelopathy, Harding Ataxia, and Infantile-Onset Spinocerebellar Ataxia (IOSCA). Dr. Greenstein is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Movement Disorders Clinic, 330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Frank is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Frank is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy, Huntington Disease, Mcleod Neuroacanthocytosis Syndrome, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia. Dr. Frank is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Offers Telehealth

    David Searls is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Searls is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Vertigo, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Searls is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

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    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Marathi
    Offers Telehealth

    Shabbir Merchant is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Merchant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, and Parkinson's Disease.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allan H. Ropper, MD, is Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Ropper is an associate editor of the New England Journal of Medicine and a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and the American College of Physicians. He has over 150 publications and is an author of the most widely consulted textbook of neurology, Principles of Neurology, which is currently in its ninth edition. He is a longtime contributor to several major textbooks of medicine, including Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ropper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transient Global Amnesia, Neurosyphilis, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Stiff Person Syndrome, and Thymectomy. Dr. Ropper is board certified in Internal Medicine and Neurology.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Montaser Kouhsari is a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurologist. She was a clinical assistant professor at Stanford University before joining the Brigham and Women's neurology department.Her clinical and research interests relate to neurodegenerative disorders, focusing on Parkinson's disease and atypical Parkinsonism (Multiple System Atrophy, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Cortical Basal Syndrome). She sees patients with these disorders at the Brigham and Women's Hospital neurology clinic. She also assesses and manages deep brain stimulation treatment for Parkinson's disease and tremors. Dr. Montaser Kouhsari has been a fellow in the Movement Disorders Center at Columbia University and the Zuckerman Institute. She completed her postdoctoral training in the neuroimaging of cognitive processes such as decision-making at the California Institute of Technology and her neurology residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. She earned her MD from the Iran University of Medical Sciences and her PhD in cognitive psychology from New York University. Her research focuses on using behavioral, biological, and imaging measures to identify Parkinson’s disease patients at risk for developing cognitive impairment and neurodegenerative disorders. Dr. Montaser Kouhsari's research has been recognized through grants and awards, including federal grants from the NIH and foundation awards, including the Friends of Katzell research fellowship and the Seaver Foundation award. Her work has appeared in the Journal of Neuroscience, Nature Neuroscience, Neuropsychologia, the Journal of Vision, and Vision Research. She has been featured in Neurology Today news. She has presented at meetings held by the American Academy of Neurology, the American Neurological Association, the Society for Neuroscience, and the Movement Disorders Society. Dr. Kouhsari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Dry Mouth, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Kouhsari is board certified in Neurology.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Krolewski, MD, PhD, joined the staff at BWH after training in the Harvard Neurology Residency and Movement Disorders fellowship programs at BWH and MGH. His clinical and research interests involve gene-environment interactions in the pathogenesis of Parkinson’s disease. He has an active basic science program in the laboratory of Professor Lee Rubin at Harvard University that uses dopaminergic neurons from patient-derived induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) to model the effects of environmental toxicants and other biologically active compounds on the development of Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Krolewski is an Instructor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Krolewski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, and Secondary Parkinsonism. Dr. Krolewski is board certified in Neurology.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    Boston Children's Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Annapurna Poduri is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Poduri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. She is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Cortical Dysplasia, and Polymicrogyria.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    Boston Children's Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Bolton is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Bolton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis
    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Coral Stredny is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Stredny is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. She is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Encephalitis, and Epilepsy. Dr. Stredny is board certified in Neurology With Special Qualifications In Child Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    C H Neurology Foundation Inc

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Phillip Pearl is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Pearl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Succinic Semialdehyde Dehydrogenase Deficiency, Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, and Seizures. Dr. Pearl is board certified in Pediatrics, Neurology With Special Qualifications In Child Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology, Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Athetosis
    Advanced in Athetosis

    Brigham And Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Greenberg is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Greenberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Inclusion Body Myositis, Myositis, Cytoplasmic Body Myopathy, and Dermatomyositis. Dr. Greenberg is board certified in Vascular Neurology, American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Milton

    199 Reedsdale Road, 
    Milton, MA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Russian, Ukrainian

    Valeriy Parfenov is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Parfenov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Parfenov is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Neurology
    Experienced in Athetosis
    Neurology

    Tufts Medical Center Neurology + Cerebrovascular Diseases

    260 Tremont St Bldg 12TH Fl 12, 
    Boston, MA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bryan Ho is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Ho is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Athetosis
    Sleep Medicine

    Tufts Medical Center Neurology

    260 Tremont St Fl 12, 
    Boston, MA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel Oster is a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Oster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Athetosis
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    725 Albany St Ste 8C, 
    Boston, MA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alcy Torres is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Torres is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Concussion, CAPOS Syndrome, Marcus Gunn Phenomenon, and Duane-Radial Ray Syndrome.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    Boston Medical Center

    1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl, 
    Boston, MA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marie-helene Saint is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Saint is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Meige Syndrome.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ornella Dubaz is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Dubaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Charles Bonnet Syndrome, and Essential Tremor.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Athetosis
    Pediatric Neurology

    Department Of Neurology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Barkoudah is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Barkoudah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. She is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Moebius Syndrome, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Focal Dystonia.

    Experienced in Athetosis
    Experienced in Athetosis

    Department Of Neurology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Siddharth Srivastava is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Srivastava is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Athetosis. He is also highly rated in 138 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ruvalcaba Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Ohdo Syndrome, Say-Barber-Biesecker-Young-Simpson Variant, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Athetosis?

    Athetosis is a movement disorder (dyskinesia) characterized by constant, sinuous, slow, irregular, and involuntary movements affecting the ends of limbs, especially the arms, that can be caused by injury or to basal ganglia (deep brain structures) that coordinate muscle movement or drug toxicity.

    When should I see an Athetosis doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Athetosis doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Athetosis doctors near Boston, MA?

    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 Athetosis doctors near Boston, MA?

    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 Athetosis doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Athetosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Athetosis 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 Athetosis doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Athetosis 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 Athetosis 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 Athetosis doctors near Boston, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Athetosis 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 Athetosis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Athetosis 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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