The 20 Best Cerebral Palsy Doctors Near Me in needham, MA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 90 doctor with experience in Cerebral Palsy near needham, MA. Of these, 82 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham Hospitalists

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tommy Martin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. His clinical expertise encompasses Diffuse Panbronchiolitis, Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome, Pneumonia, and Ornithine Translocase Deficiency. Dr. Martin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Martin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Family Medicine

    Knownwell Health

    15 Oak St, 
    Needham, MA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Pettinato is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Pettinato is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Pettinato is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Referral may be required

    Newton Wellesley Primary Care P C.

    2000 Washington St Ste 567, 
    Newton Lower Falls, MA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marybeth Toran is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newton Lower Falls, Massachusetts. Dr. Toran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Peripheral Neuropathy, and Lafora Disease. Dr. Toran is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine

    Massgeneral For Children At Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2000 Washington St, 
    Newton, MA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gigi Girgis is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newton, Massachusetts. Dr. Girgis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. She is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Stroke, Migraine, and Benign Rolandic Epilepsy. Dr. Girgis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Community Physicians At Hyde Park

    1337 Hyde Park Avenue, 
    Hyde Park, MA 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Warner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hyde Park, Massachusetts. Dr. Warner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis. Dr. Warner is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Warner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine

    Ajay Anand MD PC

    29 Deer Path Ln, 
    Weston, MA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ajay Anand is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Weston, Massachusetts. Dr. Anand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. He is also highly rated in 97 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Transient Erythroblastopenia of Childhood. Dr. Anand is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine

    Savitha Gowda M.D. PC

    95 Chapel St Ste 3A, 
    Norwood, MA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Savitha Gowda is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Norwood, Massachusetts. Dr. Gowda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. She is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gowda is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine

    Brigham And Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Francesca Albanese is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Albanese is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Albanese is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Family Medicine

    Office

    730 Main St, 
    Millis, MA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathryn Ellis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Millis, Massachusetts. Dr. Ellis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. She is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Ellis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine

    Hebrew Rehabilitation Center/Hebrew Senior Life

    1200 Centre Street, 
    Roslindale, MA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarah Berry is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Roslindale, Massachusetts. Dr. Berry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteoporosis, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), COVID-19, Dementia, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Berry is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Berry is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Neurology
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

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

    Peter Novak is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Novak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Dysautonomia, Vasoconstriction, Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1), Peripheral Neuropathy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Novak is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Novak is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

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

    Nutan Sharma is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, Movement Disorders, Dopa-Responsive Dystonia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Sharma is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

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

    Claudio De Gusmao is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. De Gusmao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Tardive Dyskinesia. Dr. De Gusmao is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cerebral Palsy
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    Advanced in Cerebral Palsy
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    C H Neurology Foundation Inc

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Darius Ebrahimi-Fakhari is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ebrahimi-Fakhari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vici Syndrome, Chorea, Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome, and Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis. Dr. Ebrahimi-Fakhari is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cerebral Palsy
    Advanced in Cerebral Palsy
    Referral may be required

    Boston Children's Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Annapurna Poduri is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Poduri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. She is also highly rated in 50 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Epilepsy, Cortical Dysplasia, and Polymicrogyria. Dr. Poduri is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cerebral Palsy
    Advanced in Cerebral Palsy
    Referral may be required

    Boston Children's Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Karen Stannard is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Stannard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. She is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spasmus Nutans, Stereotypic Movement Disorder, Seizures, and Memory Loss. Dr. Stannard is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Referral may be required

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Seward Rutkove is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Rutkove is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, and Orchiectomy. Dr. Rutkove is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Rutkove is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Referral may be required

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Marathi
    Accepting New Patients
    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 Cerebral Palsy. 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. Dr. Merchant is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Merchant is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Referral may be required

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Neurology Department, 
    Boston, MA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patricia Greenstein is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Greenstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. She is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Cervical Myelopathy, Spinocerebellar Degeneration and Corneal Dystrophy, and Marinesco Sjogren Syndrome. Dr. Greenstein is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Greenstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cerebral Palsy
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care, 100 Highland Street, Milton

    100 Highland Street, 
    Milton, MA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Looney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Looney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Low Sodium Level, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Looney is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Looney is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Cerebral Palsy?

    Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that involve the brain. This affects nervous system functions, such as movement, learning, hearing, seeing, and thinking.

    There are several different types of CP, including spastic, dyskinetic, ataxic, hypotonic, and mixed.

    When should I see a Cerebral Palsy doctor near needham, 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 a Cerebral Palsy doctor near needham, 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 Cerebral Palsy doctors near needham, 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 Cerebral Palsy doctors near needham, 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 a Cerebral Palsy doctor near needham, 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 Cerebral Palsy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cerebral Palsy 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 Cerebral Palsy doctor near needham, 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 Cerebral Palsy 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 Cerebral Palsy 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 Cerebral Palsy doctors near needham, MA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cerebral Palsy 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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