The 20 Best Dysferlinopathy Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 62 doctor with experience in Dysferlinopathy near Illinois, US. Of these, 53 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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62 providers found
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Family Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Primary Care

    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sam Fatoorehchi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Fatoorehchi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Walker-Warburg Syndrome, Distal Myopathy 2, Delta-Sarcoglycanopathy, and Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy. Dr. Fatoorehchi is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neuroradiology | Neurology
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neuroradiology | Neurology

    OSF Illinois Neurological Institute - Neurology

    200 East Pennsylvania Avenue, 
    Peoria, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Zallek is a Neurologist and a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Zallek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. Dr. Zallek is board certified in American Board Of Electrodiagnostic Medicine and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy

    OSF Illinois Neurological Institute - Neurology

    200 East Pennsylvania Avenue, 
    Peoria, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Blume is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Blume is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Paramyotonia Congenita, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, and Myotonic Dystrophy. Dr. Blume is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

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    Distinguished in Dysferlinopathy
    Distinguished in Dysferlinopathy

    Office

    3 Saint Elizabeth Blvd, 
    O Fallon, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Raghav Govindarajan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in O Fallon, Illinois. Dr. Govindarajan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 63 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency, Thymectomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy

    Northwest Neurology, Ltd

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Offers Telehealth

    Akash Patel is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Tension Headache, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neurology | Community Health Worker
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neurology | Community Health Worker

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 880, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French

    Afif Hentati, MD, a neurologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in diagnosing and managing complex neurological conditions, with a focus on multiple sclerosis. He blends deep clinical experience with ongoing research to improve patient outcomes and expand treatment options. Dr. Hentati values careful listening, clear communication and personalized care, helping patients feel confident and supported throughout their journey. Dr. Hentati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Migraine, and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease. Dr. Hentati is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy

    University Of Illinois Chicago Physician Group (Uicpg)

    1801 W Taylor St, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Diana Mnatsakanova is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Mnatsakanova is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Multifocal Motor Neuropathy, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy

    Northshore Integrated Pain Center-Evanston

    1000 Central St Ste 880, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Octavia Kincaid is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Kincaid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Dysautonomia, Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy

    Advocate Medical Group Neurology

    11824 Southwest Hwy, Ste 100, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mohammad Alsharabati is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Alsharabati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Alsharabati is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy

    Outpatient Northshore Rehab-Glenbrook Ambulatory Care Center (Acc)

    2180 Pfingsten Rd, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexandru Barboi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Barboi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 57 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Orthostatic Hypotension, Peripheral Neuropathy, Low Blood Pressure, Multiple System Atrophy, and Thymectomy.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    2701 Patriot Blvd, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charulatha Nagar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Glenview, Illinois. She has been practicing medicine for over 36 years. Dr. Nagar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Adult Polyglucosan Body Disease, Andersen Disease, Glycogen Storage Disease Type 13, and Phosphoglycerate Mutase Deficiency. Dr. Nagar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology (Certified).

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Helene Rubeiz is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rubeiz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Headache, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Migraine.

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Abigail Schwaede is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Schwaede is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, Dysferlinopathy, X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis.

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vamshi Rao is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1, and Thymectomy.

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy

    Office

    955 Beisner Rd Ste 1509, 
    Elk Grove Village, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bonita Alexander is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemiplegia, Dysferlinopathy, Stroke, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy

    Shriners Hospitals For Children-Chicago

    2211 N Oak Park Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shubhra Mukherjee is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Mukherjee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Moebius Syndrome, HNRNPH2-Related Disorder, and Lithotripsy.

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 718, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Heydemann is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Heydemann is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rett Syndrome, Congenital Toxoplasmosis, Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy

    Carle Foundation Hospital

    611 W Park St, 
    Urbana, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Cranston is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Urbana, Illinois. Dr. Cranston is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 62 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Danon Disease, Pompe Disease, Low Blood Pressure, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neurology
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neurology

    Office

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 1118, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rabia Malik is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Malik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy

    University Of Illinois Chicago Physician Group (Uicpg)

    1801 W Taylor St, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Abrams is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Abrams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Monomelic Amyotrophy, and Pelizaeus-Merzbacher Disease.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Dysferlinopathy?

    The diseases in the group are: All dysferlinopathies are caused by pathogenic variations in the DYSF gene which result in a deficiency of the protein dysferlin (hence, the name), important for the efficient repair of muscle fibers. Inheritance is autosomal recessive.

    When should I see a Dysferlinopathy doctor in Illinois, US?

    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 Dysferlinopathy doctor in Illinois, US?

    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 Dysferlinopathy doctors in Illinois, US?

    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 Dysferlinopathy doctors in Illinois, US?

    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 Dysferlinopathy doctor in Illinois, US?

    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 Dysferlinopathy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dysferlinopathy 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 Dysferlinopathy doctor in Illinois, US?

    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 Dysferlinopathy 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 Dysferlinopathy 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 Dysferlinopathy doctors in Illinois, US?

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

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