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    MediFind found 84 doctor with experience in Decerebrate Posture near Alexandria, VA. Of these, 79 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    84 providers found
      Advanced in Decerebrate Posture
      Advanced in Decerebrate Posture

      Aligned Orthopedic Partners

      1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 180, 
      Arlington, VA 
       (7.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Joseph O’Brien is a specialist in minimally invasive spine surgery. He spent 9 years at GWU as an associate professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Neurological Surgery. Additionally, he was formerly the Medical Director of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery at The GW Hospital. He is a fellow in the Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. He completed his spine surgical training at the Johns Hopkins University Medical Center. Dr. O’Brien actively pursues research in ways to improve spine surgery and techniques to salvage failed spine surgery. He has been published in a variety of medical journals including Spine, the Journal of Neurosurgery Spine, Neurosurgery, Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Current Orthopaedic Practice. His research has been presented around the globe with between 10-20 research presentations on a national level per year. He offers expertise in minimally invasive surgery and revision of failed spine surgery. In particular, he has an interest in failed cervical spine surgery. Dr. O'brien is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Physiatry | Sports Medicine
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Physiatry | Sports Medicine

      Orthovirginia Inc

      1920 Ballenger Ave, Suite 200, 
      Alexandria, VA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jessalynn Adam is a Physiatrist and a Sports Medicine provider in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Adam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Baker Cyst, Tendinitis, and Bursitis. Dr. Adam is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Orthopedics

      Precision Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

      221 American Way, 
      Oxon Hill, MD 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Peter Trent is an Orthopedics provider in Oxon Hill, Maryland. Dr. Trent is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Baker Cyst, Decerebrate Posture, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Trent is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

      Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Virginia LLC

      900 Virginia Ave, 
      Alexandria, VA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Chantal Walsh is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Walsh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. Her top areas of expertise are Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, Dehydration, and Lymphangitis. Dr. Walsh is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Internal Medicine

      Neighborhood Health

      1200 N Howard St, 
      Alexandria, VA 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Carmella Cole is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Cole is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Cole is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Internal Medicine

      Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group LLC

      2800 S Shirlington Rd, Suite 500, 
      Arlington, VA 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Christopher Walsh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Walsh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. His top areas of expertise are Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Walsh is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture

      Loudoun Medical Group, PC

      4660 Kenmore Ave, Suite 608, 
      Alexandria, VA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Abdurrahman Kandil is an Orthopedics provider in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Kandil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Kandil is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Family Medicine

      Mount Vernon Internal Medicine

      8109 Hinson Farm Rd Ste 504, 
      Alexandria, VA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephanie Carter is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Carter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture

      Mount Vernon Rehabilitation Medicine Associates

      2501 Parkers Ln, 
      Alexandria, VA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kevin Fitzpatrick is a Physiatrist in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Fitzpatrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. His top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction, Stroke, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome. Dr. Fitzpatrick is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Decerebrate Posture
      Advanced in Decerebrate Posture

      Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

      3800 Reservoir Rd Nw, 
      Washington, DC 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Richard Zorowitz is a Physiatrist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Zorowitz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. His top areas of expertise are Pseudobulbar Affect, Spasticity, Stroke, Hemiplegia, and Thrombectomy.

      Advanced in Decerebrate Posture
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Decerebrate Posture
      Internal Medicine
      7120 Braddock Rd, 
      Annandale, VA 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Amharic
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Petros Ayele is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Annandale, Virginia. Dr. Ayele is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Anemia, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Dementia. Dr. Ayele is currently accepting new patients.

      Amy Stone
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Internal Medicine

      Sibley Memorial Hospital

      Washington, DC 
       (9.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Amy Gittleman Stone, MD, has been practicing medicine in our area for over 25 years. Originally from Providence, Rhode Island, she graduated from St. Louis University Medical School in 1997. She moved to Washington DC for her residency at George Washington University Hospital and was selected to be chief resident. She remained at George Washington University in the practice of academic medicine for the next 22 years where she saw patients, taught students and residents, and was involved in various research projects. Dr. Stone initially planned to focus on clinical research early in her career but then realized that her true love was seeing patients. She believes that communication and understanding are essential elements to patient care. She practices in a patient-centered model where it is a balance between evidence-based medicine and a patient’s needs. Dr. Stone is married with two college-age children. She has one cat and a dog. In her spare time, she loves to read books that tell a really good story, listen to music, travel, and spend time with friends and family. Dr. Stone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. Her top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Charles Bonnet Syndrome, and Decerebrate Posture.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      600 Pennsylvania Ave Se, Suite 202, 
      Washington, DC 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Nathan Yokel is a Physiatrist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Yokel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Decorticate Posture, and Decerebrate Posture. Dr. Yokel is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Family Medicine

      Medstar Medical Group - Southern Maryland LLC

      900 E Swan Creek Rd, Medstar Shah Medical Group, 
      Ft Washington, MD 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Danelle Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ft Washington, Maryland. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Asthma in Children, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Internal Medicine
      2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, 
      Washington Districtic Of Columbia, DC 
       (6.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Esmeralda Primeaux is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Washington Districtic Of Columbia, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Primeaux is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. Her top areas of expertise are Decorticate Posture and Decerebrate Posture.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture

      Privia Medical Group, LLC

      2021 K St Nw, 
      Washington, DC 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Aakash Thakral is a Physiatrist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Thakral is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. His top areas of expertise are Central Pain Syndrome, Herniated Disk, Hypermobile Joints, and Invertebral Disc Disease. Dr. Thakral is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      2021 K St Nw, Suite 400, 
      Washington, DC 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Anthony Unger is an Orthopedics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Unger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Synovitis, Tendinitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      6355 Walker Ln, Suite 501, 
      Alexandria, VA 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Edward Rabbitt is an Orthopedics provider in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Rabbitt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Bursitis, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Rabbitt is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Family Medicine

      Privia Medical Group, LLC

      6355 Walker Lane, 
      Alexandria, VA 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Marathi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Priya Ghadge is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Ghadge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Insomnia, Papular Urticaria, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Ghadge is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Physiatry | Pain Medicine
      Experienced in Decerebrate Posture
      Physiatry | Pain Medicine

      Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

      1145 19th St Nw, 311 Mmg At 19th Street Nw, 
      Washington, DC 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Heckman is a Physiatrist and a Pain Medicine provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Heckman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Decerebrate Posture. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Heckman is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Decerebrate Posture?

      Decerebrate posture is an abnormal body posture that involves the arms and legs being held straight out, the toes being pointed downward, and the head and neck being arched backward. The muscles are tightened and held rigidly. This type of posturing usually means there has been severe damage to the brain. People who have this condition should get medical attention right away.

      When should I see a Decerebrate Posture doctor near Alexandria, VA?

      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 Decerebrate Posture doctor near Alexandria, VA?

      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 Decerebrate Posture doctors near Alexandria, VA?

      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 Decerebrate Posture doctors near Alexandria, VA?

      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 Decerebrate Posture doctor near Alexandria, VA?

      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 Decerebrate Posture doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Decerebrate Posture 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 Decerebrate Posture doctor near Alexandria, VA?

      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 Decerebrate Posture 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 Decerebrate Posture 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 Decerebrate Posture doctors near Alexandria, VA?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Decerebrate Posture 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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