The 20 Best Bjornstad Syndrome Doctors Near Me

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The 20 Best Bjornstad Syndrome Doctors Near Me

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 93 doctor with experience in Bjornstad Syndrome. Of these, 54 are Experienced, 38 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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93 providers found
    Distinguished in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology

    Scott B. Karlene MD PC

    1352 S Linden Rd, 
    Flint, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Gaffney is a Dermatologist in Flint, Michigan. Dr. Gaffney is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Liver Spots, Universal Acquired Melanosis, Papular Urticaria, and Rosacea.

    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome

    Kindred Hair & Skin Center LLC

    11125 Stratfield Ct, 
    Marriottsville, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chesahna Kindred is a Dermatologist in Marriottsville, Maryland. Dr. Kindred is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Alopecia Areata, GAPO Syndrome, and Uncombable Hair Syndrome.

    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology

    Cosmetic Clinic Dermatology

    5 E 98th St Fl 5, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Danielle Dubin is a Dermatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Dubin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Uncombable Hair Syndrome, Monilethrix, Trichostasis Spinulosa, and Pili Torti.

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    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology

    Merriderm Dermatology PLLC

    3644 Main St Apt 2, 
    Flushing, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wenhong Zhou is a Dermatologist in Flushing, New York. Dr. Zhou is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Contact Dermatitis, Keloids, Comedones, and Monilethrix.

    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome

    Peninsula Dermatology Skin Cancer Surgery Center Inc.

    11844 Rock Landing Dr Ste B, 
    Newport News, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephanie Castillo is a Dermatologist in Newport News, Virginia. Dr. Castillo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Bjornstad Syndrome, Tieche-Jadassohn Nevus, and Melanoma.

    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Chen is a Dermatologist in Redwood City, California. Dr. Chen has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are DRESS Syndrome, Contact Dermatitis, Actinic Keratosis, and Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis.

    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome

    Hpi Physicians LLC

    1616 S Kelly Ave, 
    Edmond, OK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hilary Lawrence is a Dermatologist in Edmond, Oklahoma. Dr. Lawrence is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Urticaria Pigmentosa, Stork Bite, Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei, and Vascular Birthmark.

    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome

    Aviva Dermatology - Simone Stalling

    915 Gessner Rd Ste 500, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Simone Stalling is a Dermatologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Stalling is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Trichothiodystrophy, Warts, and Epidermoid Cyst.

    Stephanie Frisch
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome

    Memorial Dermatology

    Salt Lake City, UT 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephanie Frisch is a Dermatologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Frisch has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma, and Fetal Cystic Hygroma. Dr. Frisch is currently accepting new patients.

    Angela Sprigle
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology

    Dermatology Associates Of VA PC

    280 Charles H. Dimmock Parkway, Suite 4, 
    Colonial Heights, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Angela Sprigle is a Dermatologist in Colonial Heights, Virginia. Dr. Sprigle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Psoriasis.

    Nimish N. Dhruva
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome

    Piedmont Heart Of Sharpsburg

    20 Francis Way Suite 201, 
    Sharpsburg, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Dhruva specializes in clinical cardiology and cardiac imaging. A graduate with honors from medical school in Baroda, India, he came to the United States for post-graduate training in 1991. Dr. Dhruva completed his internship and residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Jacobi Hospital in New York City and finished his cardiology training at Brown University School of Medicine/The Miriam Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island. In 1998, Dr. Dhruva proudly became a U.S. citizen and became board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and its subspecialty Board of Cardiovascular Disease. He later earned additional board certification in echocardiography and nuclear cardiology. Dr. Dhruva is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, the American Society of Echocardiology, and the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology. He has been published in peer review medical journals and has presented at numerous national and international cardiology conferences. Specializing in clinical cardiology and cardiac imaging, Dr. Dhruva performs coronary angiograms and permanent pacemaker insertions. Dr. Dhruva has been published extensively in hypertension literature and in heart failure literature winning the young investigator award in 1997. He has served as Chief of Medicine at Fayette Hospital, he has been the Director of Cardiology at Piedmont Fayette Hospital since 1994. He has served on the Piedmont Clinic Board as its vice chairman. He currently serves on the Board of Fayette Care Clinic. He has held numerous leadership positions, including serving as Chairman of the Department of Medicine and Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Piedmont Fayette Hospital. In his spare time, Dr. Dhruva enjoys tennis, reading, yard work and spending quality time with his wife Ami and children Pooja and Neil. Dr. Dhruva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Atrial Fibrillation, Angina, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Anh Pham
    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology

    CutisCo Dermatology

    2240 Coliseum Dr, Suite D, 
    Hampton, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anh Pham practices in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Pham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Melanoma, Warts, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Pham is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome

    Office

    770 Welch Rd Ste 300, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ann Marqueling is a Pediatrics provider in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Marqueling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Stork Bite, Vascular Birthmark, Linear Hamartoma Syndrome, and Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei.

    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology

    Temple University Hospital

    3401 N Broad St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sylvia Hsu is a Dermatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Psoriasis, Tinea Versicolor, Pustular Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatitis, and Leg or Foot Amputation.

    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome

    Office

    3016 30th Dr, 
    Astoria, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lilly-rose Paraskevas is a Dermatologist in Astoria, New York. Dr. Paraskevas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Athlete's Foot, Follicular Ichthyosis, Acquired Ichthyosis, and Trichoepithelioma.

    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome

    Dermatology Office

    4420 W Lovers Ln, 
    Dallas, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ellen Turner is a Dermatologist in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Turner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Contact Dermatitis, Malignant Hypertension, Female Pattern Baldness, and Comedones.

    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome

    William E. Cornatzer JR. M.D. P.C.

    225 N 7th St Ste B, 
    Bismarck, ND 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Cornatzer is a Dermatologist in Bismarck, North Dakota. Dr. Cornatzer has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, and Giant Congenital Nevus.

    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology

    Hennepin Healthcare

    701 Park Ave, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sara Hylwa is a Dermatologist in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Hylwa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Contact Dermatitis, Erythema Multiforme, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, and Comedones.

    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Dermatology

    Surf City Dermatology

    10061 Adams Ave Ste 103, 
    Huntington Beach, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jannett Nguyen is a Dermatologist in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Warts, Melanoma, Liver Spots, and Universal Acquired Melanosis.

    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome
    Experienced in Bjornstad Syndrome

    Bracciano Dermatology PLC

    8430 Cooper Creek Blvd Ste 102, 
    University Park, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Bracciano is a Dermatologist in University Park, Florida. Dr. Bracciano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bjornstad Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Liver Spots, Universal Acquired Melanosis, Actinic Keratosis, and Warts.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Bjornstad Syndrome?

    Björnstad syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by abnormal hair and hearing problems. Affected individuals have a condition known as pili torti, which means "twisted hair," so named because the strands appear twisted when viewed under a microscope. The hair is brittle and breaks easily, leading to short hair that grows slowly. In Björnstad syndrome, pili torti usually affects only the hair on the head; eyebrows, eyelashes, and hair on other parts of the body are normal. The proportion of hairs affected and the severity of brittleness and breakage can vary. This hair abnormality commonly begins before the age of 2. It may become milder with age, particularly after puberty.

    When should I see a Bjornstad Syndrome doctor near me?

    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 a Bjornstad Syndrome doctor near me?

    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 Bjornstad Syndrome doctors near me?

    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 Bjornstad Syndrome doctors near me?

    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 a Bjornstad Syndrome doctor near me?

    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 Bjornstad Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Bjornstad Syndrome 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 a Bjornstad Syndrome doctor near me?

    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 Bjornstad Syndrome 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 Bjornstad Syndrome 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 Bjornstad Syndrome doctors near me?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Bjornstad Syndrome 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 a Bjornstad Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Bjornstad Syndrome 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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