The 20 Best Dementia Doctors Near Me in gainesville, FL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 56 doctor with experience in Dementia near gainesville, FL. Of these, 47 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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56 providers found
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    University Of Florida Health

    1149 Newell Dr, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Dekosky is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Dekosky is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Memory Loss, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial. Dr. Dekosky is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral required

    Uf Health Neuromedicine-Fixel Institute

    3009 SW Williston Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Okun is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Okun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Okun is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Florida Rehab Specialists, PLLC

    817 Nw 56th Ter, Suite B, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Potomski is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Potomski is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Anemia, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Potomski is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required
    Gainesville, FL 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yoav Piura is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 9 years. Dr. Piura is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Susac Syndrome, Dementia, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, and Neurosyphilis.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Uf Health Neuromedicine-Fixel Institute

    3009 SW Williston Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nikolaus Mcfarland is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Mcfarland is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease. Dr. Mcfarland is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Plaza Health And Rehab

    4842 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wajid Khuddus is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Khuddus is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Schizoaffective Disorder, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Swallowing Difficulty.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1600 SW Archer Rd Rm 4102, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Abigail Reich is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Reich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Peptic Ulcer, and Necrosis. Dr. Reich is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Office

    625 SW 4th Ave, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pulkit Arora is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Arora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Apoplexy, Necrosis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    UF Health Heart And Vascular Hospital

    1505 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Neal Weisbrod is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Weisbrod is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His clinical expertise encompasses Subacute Combined Degeneration, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Seizures. Dr. Weisbrod is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Justin Reed is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Reed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Stroke, Apoplexy, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Reed is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Chapin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Chapin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Dementia. Dr. Chapin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Punjabi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Irfan Nasir is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Nasir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Sepsis, Necrosis, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Nasir is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Nf/Sg Veterans Health System

    1601 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marcela Avila is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Avila is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Low Potassium Level, Dysgraphia, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2004 Mowry Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laurence Solberg is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Solberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His clinical expertise encompasses Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, Chronic Pain, and Dementia.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Psychiatry | Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Psychiatry | Hospital Medicine
    Referral may be required
    3326 Nw 5th Ave, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Hankins is a Psychiatrist and a Hospital Medicine provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Hankins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Celal Erbay, M.D.

    7109 NW 11th Pl Ste B, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Celal Erbay is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Erbay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rickets, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Osteomalacia, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Erbay is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    North Florida Surgical Associates LLC

    6400 W Newberry Rd Ste 202, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Burtis is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Burtis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Dysarthria, and Kluver Bucy Syndrome. Dr. Burtis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    North Florida Regional Psychiatry

    1121 NW 64th Ter Ste A, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Almari Ginory is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Ginory is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Schizophrenia, Major Depression, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Dr. Ginory is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    North Florida Surgical Associates LLC

    6400 W Newberry Rd Ste 202, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Edgardo Cruz-Martinez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Cruz-Martinez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Seizures. Dr. Cruz-Martinez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    North Florida Surgical Associates LLC

    6400 W Newberry Rd Ste 202, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Maraist is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Maraist is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Dysarthria. Dr. Maraist is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Dementia?

    Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. It affects one or more brain functions such as memory, thinking, language, judgment, or behavior. Dementia may also be referred to as major neurocognitive disorder.

    When should I see a Dementia doctor near gainesville, FL?

    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 Dementia doctor near gainesville, FL?

    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 Dementia doctors near gainesville, FL?

    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 Dementia doctors near gainesville, FL?

    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 Dementia doctor near gainesville, FL?

    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 Dementia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dementia 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 Dementia doctor near gainesville, FL?

    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 Dementia 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 Dementia 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 Dementia doctors near gainesville, FL?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Dementia 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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