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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 67 doctor with experience in Dysarthria near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 56 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    67 providers found
      Advanced in Dysarthria
      Advanced in Dysarthria

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Philip Weissbrod is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Weissbrod is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Dysarthria
      Advanced in Dysarthria

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephanie Lessig is a Neurologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Lessig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. Her top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism.

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      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Califano is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Califano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Tongue Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy.

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      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kevin Brumund is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Brumund is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

      Advanced in Dysarthria
      Advanced in Dysarthria
      9500 Gilman Dr, Mc 0624, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Ravits is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Ravits is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

      Advanced in Dysarthria
      Advanced in Dysarthria

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9350 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      46+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Irene Litvan is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Litvan has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. Her top areas of expertise are Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia, Movement Disorders, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Advanced in Dysarthria
      Advanced in Dysarthria

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nelson Hwynn is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Hwynn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Dysarthria, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Experienced in Dysarthria
      9452 Medical Center Dr Ste 2w-112, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Fatta Nahab is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Nahab is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Experienced in Dysarthria

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9350 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Royya Modir is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Modir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Internal Carotid Agenesis, Embolectomy, and Thrombectomy.

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Experienced in Dysarthria
      9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 340, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Naira Kocharian is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kocharian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. Her top areas of expertise are Susac Syndrome, Memory Loss, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Headache. Dr. Kocharian is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Neurology | Psychiatry
      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Neurology | Psychiatry
      9834 Genesee Ave, Suite 411, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Frederick Delavega is a Neurologist and a Psychiatrist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Delavega is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Cerebellar Degeneration, Stroke, and Movement Disorders.

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

      Ximed Hospitalists, Inc.

      9888 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Adrian is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Adrian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Dehydration, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Internal Medicine

      Ximed Hospitalists, Inc.

      9888 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gustavo Lugo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Lugo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Leukemoid Reaction, Sepsis, Low Sodium Level, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Internal Medicine

      Ximed Hospitalists, Inc.

      9888 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Terence Gan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Gan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Stroke, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Experienced in Dysarthria

      Scripps Health

      9898 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mary Kalafut is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kalafut is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Fibromuscular Dysplasia (FMD), and Vertebral Artery Dissection.

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Neurology | Hospital Medicine
      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Neurology | Hospital Medicine

      Scripps Health

      9898 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lucas Ramirez is a Neurologist and a Hospital Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Ramirez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Fibromuscular Dysplasia (FMD).

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Experienced in Dysarthria

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Claycomb is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Claycomb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Experienced in Dysarthria

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 2nd Floor Sw209, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Melissa Houser is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Houser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism, and Oppenheim Dystonia.

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Psychiatry | Neurology
      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Psychiatry | Neurology

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Mcmanus is a Psychiatrist and a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mcmanus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Apoplexy, and Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.

      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Dysarthria
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel Pinney is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Pinney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysarthria. His top areas of expertise are Dysarthria, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, and Pulmonary Edema.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Dysarthria?

      Dysarthria is a condition in which you have difficulty saying words because of problems with the muscles that help you talk.

      When should I see a Dysarthria doctor near La Jolla, 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 Dysarthria doctor near La Jolla, 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 Dysarthria doctors near La Jolla, 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 Dysarthria doctors near La Jolla, 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 Dysarthria doctor near La Jolla, 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 Dysarthria doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dysarthria 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 Dysarthria doctor near La Jolla, 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 Dysarthria 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 Dysarthria 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 Dysarthria doctors near La Jolla, CA?

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

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