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    MediFind found 382 doctor with experience in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. Of these, 201 are Advanced, 174 are Experienced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    382 providers found
      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A

      Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology

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

      James Dowling is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dowling is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Tubular Aggregate Myopathy, Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, and Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis. Dr. Dowling is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Neurology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Neurology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology

      State University Of Iowa

      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Katherine Mathews is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Mathews is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. Her top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Dystrophinopathy, and Friedreich Ataxia. Dr. Mathews is currently accepting new patients.

      Ajay A. Kumar
      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Internal Medicine
      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Internal Medicine
      132 Sparta Hwy, 
      Eatonton, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Punjabi
      Accepting New Patients

      Ajay Kumar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Eatonton, Georgia. Dr. Kumar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A, Asthma in Children, Asthma, and Grass Allergy. Dr. Kumar is currently accepting new patients.

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      Kevin Murphy
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Family Medicine

      Christus

      9220 Ellerbe Rd., Suite 700, Suite 700, 
      Shreveport, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kevin Murphy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Murphy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Tubular Aggregate Myopathy, Collagen VI-Related Myopathy, Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A, and X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy.

      Erin Phillips
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

      Trinity Neuroscience Institute

      910 E. Houston St., Suite 330, Suite 330, 
      Tyler, TX 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Erin Phillips is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in Tyler, Texas. Dr. Phillips is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.

      Jose D. Loor
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

      Geisinger Medical Center - Neurology

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

      Dr. Avila is board-certified in neurology, neuromuscular medicine and clinical neurophysiology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is also board-certified in clinical neuromuscular pathology by the United Council of Neurological Subspecialties. He subspecializes in neuromuscular medicine, clinical neurophysiology and clinical neuromuscular pathology. His clinical interests include motor neuron disease/amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), myasthenia gravis, myopathies, muscular dystrophies, electromyography, neuromuscular ultrasound and medical education. Dr. Avila earned his medical degree from Universidad Catolica de Santiago de Guayaquil. He completed his residency and his clinical neurophysiology fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He completed his neuromuscular medicine and clinical neuromuscular pathology fellowships at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Loor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, Primary Amyloidosis, and Myasthenia Gravis.

      Experienced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Family Medicine
      25568 Elliott Rd, 
      Defiance, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shelly Mills is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Defiance, Ohio. Dr. Mills is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. Her top areas of expertise are Rigid Spine Syndrome, Central Core Disease, Centronuclear Myopathy, and X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy.

      Experienced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Experienced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A

      Baystate Medical Practices Inc

      280 Chestnut St, Suite 2, 
      Springfield, MA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Amharic, Arabic, Bengali
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Anant Shenoy is a Neurologist in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Shenoy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1B. Dr. Shenoy is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Internal Medicine
      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Internal Medicine

      University Professional Services

      3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd, 
      Portland, OR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Lieberman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Lieberman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Rigid Spine Syndrome, Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion, Tubular Aggregate Myopathy, and Benign Autosomal Dominant Myopathy. Dr. Lieberman is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Kodaira, JP 

      Yoshitsugu Aoki practices in Kodaira, Japan. Aoki is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. Their top areas of expertise are Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A, and Dilated Cardiomyopathy with Hypergonadotropic Hypogonadism.

      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      8613-114 St, 
      Edmonton, AB, CA 

      Toshifumi Yokota practices in Edmonton, Canada. Yokota is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. Their top areas of expertise are Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Dysferlinopathy, and Miyoshi Myopathy.

      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Level 1, 15 Innovation Walk, 
      VIC, AU 

      Carmen Sonntag practices in Australia. Ms. Sonntag is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.

      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Distinguished in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Level 1, 15 Innovation Walk, Wellington Road, 
      Clayton, VIC, AU 

      Peter Currie practices in Clayton, Australia. Mr. Currie is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A, Benign Autosomal Dominant Myopathy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, and Klippel-Feil Syndrome.

      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Neurology
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Neurology

      Private Diagnostic Clinic PLLC

      40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
      Durham, NC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Vern Juel is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Juel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Inclusion Body Myositis, Meige Syndrome, and Thymectomy.

      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A

      University Andrology Lab LLC

      3303 S Bond Ave, 
      Portland, OR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nizar Chahin is a Neurologist in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Chahin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myositis, Myasthenia Gravis, Nemaline Myopathy, and Lambert-Eaton Syndrome.

      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A

      Penn State Health Medical Group-Hope Drive Radiology

      30 Hope Dr, 
      Hershey, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sankar Bandyopadhyay is a Neurologist in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bandyopadhyay is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion, Benign Autosomal Dominant Myopathy, and Tubular Aggregate Myopathy.

      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Family Medicine

      Ogden Clinic-Layton Medical

      2950 Church St, 
      Layton, UT 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Casey Stelter is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Layton, Utah. Dr. Stelter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Neuropathy, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Stelter is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A

      Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology

      330 South 9th Street, 3rd Floor, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Lauren Elman is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Elman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Myotonic Dystrophy, and Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2. Dr. Elman is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Neurology
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Neurology

      Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology

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

      Colin Quinn is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Quinn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Inclusion Body Myositis, Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Quinn is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
      Advanced in Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A

      Neurological Sciences Center At Clarkson Doctors Building North

      4242 Farnam St Ste 650, 
      Omaha, NE 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Pariwat Thaisetthawatkul is a Neurologist in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Thaisetthawatkul is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, and Inclusion Body Myositis.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      What is the definition of Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A?

      Congenital muscular dystrophy type 1A (MDC1A) belongs to a group of neuromuscular disorders that beings at birth or infancy and is characterized mainly by hypotonia, muscle weakness and muscle wasting. Other signs and symptoms include rigidity of the spine; scoliosis; and delayed, limited motor development, with most individuals needing assistive devices for mobility. Respiratory problems, feeding disorders and seizures may also occur. With time, affected individuals may develop an elongated face and ophthalmoplegia disorders (paralysis or weakness in muscles of the eye). Intellectual development is typically normal. It is caused by genetic changes in the LAMA2 gene and is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner.

      When should I see a Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A 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 Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A 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 Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A 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 Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A 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 Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A 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 Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A 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 Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A 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 Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A 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 Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A 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 Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A doctors near me?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A 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 Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A 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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