The 20 Best Cortical Dysplasia Doctors Near Me in san rafael, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Cortical Dysplasia near san rafael, CA. Of these, 9 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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12 providers found
    Distinguished in Cortical Dysplasia
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Cortical Dysplasia
    Family Medicine

    Marinhealth Primary Care | A UCSF Health Clinic

    1100 Larkspur Landing Cir Ste 10, 
    Larkspur, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Graham is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Larkspur, California. Dr. Graham is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, Microcephaly, Increased Head Circumference, and Cortical Dysplasia.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Pediatric Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4000 Civic Center Dr Ste 300, 
    San Rafael, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elysa Marco is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in San Rafael, California. Dr. Marco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Corpus Callosum Agenesis, Seizures, and Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome.

    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Family Medicine

    Karen Khoo M.D. Medical Corporation

    4322 Geary Blvd, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Karen K Khoo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. K Khoo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration, Subcortical Band Heterotopia, Subependymal Nodular Heterotopia, and Periventricular Heterotopia.

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    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Peter B. Weber, MD Private Practice

    1100 Van Ness Ave, 6th Flr, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Weber is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Weber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nicolaides-Baraitser Syndrome, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Weber is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Weber is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Internal Medicine

    Marilyn M. Robertson M D Inc.

    2250 Hayes St Ste 504, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Kitt is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Kitt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration, Lhermitte-Duclos Disease, Subcortical Band Heterotopia, and Subependymal Nodular Heterotopia.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Internal Medicine

    North East Med Services Stockton Clinic Lab

    1520 Stockton St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hong Zheng is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Zheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Babesiosis, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Leukemia, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Internal Medicine

    MD Weight MGMT. Inc.

    2340 Clay St Fl 6, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jesse Dohemann is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Dohemann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. His clinical expertise encompasses Lhermitte-Duclos Disease, Cortical Dysplasia, Periventricular Heterotopia, and Subependymal Nodular Heterotopia.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Referral may be required

    University Of California San Francisco

    2330 Post St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Monica Penon-Portmann is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Penon-Portmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Phosphoglycerate Kinase Deficiency, Glycogen Storage Disease Type 13, Phosphoglycerate Mutase Deficiency, and Glycogen Storage Disease Type 0. Dr. Penon-Portmann is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Referral may be required

    San Francisco Medical Center

    2425 Geary Blvd, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alina Uzelac is a Neuroradiologist and a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Uzelac is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS). Dr. Uzelac is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Referral may be required

    Stanford Children's Health

    1100 Van Ness Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michaela Castello is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Castello is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy, Seizures, Absence Seizure, and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Family Medicine

    Office

    101 Mission St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Revolinsky is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Revolinsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Revolinsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Referral may be required

    Outpatient Palliative Care Service

    400 Parnassus Ave Fl 8, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mercedes Paredes is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Paredes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration, Epilepsy, Seizures, and Cortical Dysplasia.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Cortical Dysplasia?

    Cortical dysplasia is a condition present at birth (congenital) that occurs when the neurons in the top layer of the brain (cortex) develop abnormally. This causes the neurons to fire abnormally, causing seizures. Other causes of cortical dysplasia may include genetic disorders or brain injuries. Cortical dysplasia is the most common cause of epilepsy (seizures). The most common type of cortical dysplasia is focal cortical dysplasia (FCD), which is categorized into three types: Type 1 focal cortical dysplasia causes seizures that do not appear until adulthood, and usually involves the brain’s temporal lobe. Type II focal cortical dysplasia is found more frequently in children, involves the brain’s temporal and frontal lobes, and is more severe. Type III focal cortical dysplasia involves damage to another part of the brain, possibly from an early brain injury, in addition to Type 1 or Type II.

    When should I see a Cortical Dysplasia doctor near san rafael, CA?

    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 Cortical Dysplasia doctor near san rafael, CA?

    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 Cortical Dysplasia doctors near san rafael, CA?

    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 Cortical Dysplasia doctors near san rafael, CA?

    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 Cortical Dysplasia doctor near san rafael, CA?

    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 Cortical Dysplasia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cortical Dysplasia 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 Cortical Dysplasia doctor near san rafael, CA?

    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 Cortical Dysplasia 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 Cortical Dysplasia 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 Cortical Dysplasia doctors near san rafael, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cortical Dysplasia 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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