The 20 Best Dysferlinopathy Doctors Near Me in Virginia, US

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 40 doctor with experience in Dysferlinopathy near Virginia, US. Of these, 34 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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40 providers found
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Neurology Center Of Fairfax

    3020 Hamaker Ct, 400, 
    Fairfax, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Kurtzke is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Kurtzke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis, X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, Post Polio Syndrome, and Nerve Decompression.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Referral required

    Bon Secours — Neurology Clinic, Hanover

    8266 Atlee Road, Suite 330, 
    Mechanicsville, VA 
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I moved to Richmond to finish my residency and fellowship training and fell in love with the city. Our family enjoys all four seasons in Virginia and participates in a wide variety of outdoor adventures. My interests include neuromuscular and neurodegenerative disease such as ALS, peripheral neuropathy, myasthenia gravis, Alzheimer’s and sports related concussions. I look forward to helping my patients improve their lives for years to come. Dr. Vota is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Peripheral Neuropathy, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1), and Thrombectomy. Dr. Vota is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, (Psychiatry & Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine), and (Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurology).

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Internal Medicine

    Loudoun Internal Medicine Associates

    19450 Deerfield Ave, 300, 
    Lansdowne, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Feely is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lansdowne, Virginia. Dr. Feely is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

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    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1001 E Leigh St Fl 13, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Johnson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced 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 Paramyotonia Congenita, Myotonic Dystrophy, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neurology
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    UVA Health Adult Neurology Clinic

    1221 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Jones is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Jones is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Migraine, Inclusion Body Myositis, and Septic Arthritis.

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Integrated Neurology Services PLLC

    7115 Leesburg Pike Ste 201, 
    Falls Church, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cheryl Smith is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Smith 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, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Sentara Neurology Specialists

    1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Galbreath is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Galbreath is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 67 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Children's Hospital Of Richmond At VCU

    1000 E Broad St, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eugenio Monasterio is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Monasterio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Dysferlinopathy, Moebius Syndrome, and Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type.

    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Advanced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Authority

    11958 W Broad St, 
    Henrico, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kelly Gwathmey is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Henrico, Virginia. Dr. Gwathmey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Gastrostomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Family Medicine

    Mid Atlantic Quick Care PLLC

    5261 Carrollton Pike Ste B, 
    Woodlawn, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Ward is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Woodlawn, Virginia. Dr. Ward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Epilepsy, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Dementia.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Teerin Liewluck is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Liewluck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Myopathy (NM), Myositis, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, and Inclusion Body Myositis.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Family Medicine

    The Orthopaedic Center Of Central Virginia Inc.

    2019 Tate Springs Rd, 
    Lynchburg, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lynchburg, Virginia. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Office

    12200 Warwick Blvd Ste 110, 
    Newport News, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kermit Lloyd is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newport News, Virginia. Dr. Lloyd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Migraine, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Children's Hospital Of Richmond At VCU

    1000 E Broad St, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Harper is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Harper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Office

    850 Southampton Ave, 
    Norfolk, VA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Crystal Proud is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Proud is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, and Becker Muscular Dystrophy.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Carilion Clinic Physical Medicine - Giles

    159 Hartley Way, 
    Pearisburg, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ralph D Brown Jr is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Pearisburg, Virginia. Dr. D Brown Jr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Walker-Warburg Syndrome, Distal Myopathy 2, and X-Linked Dominant Scapuloperoneal Myopathy.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elke Schipani is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Schipani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dysferlinopathy, Erdheim-Chester Disease, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, and Fainting.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Office

    400 Gresham Dr Ste 800, 
    Norfolk, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dana Dasher is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Dasher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Foot Drop, Developmental Expressive Language Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, and CAPOS Syndrome.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Margaret Moutvic is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Moutvic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Experienced in Dysferlinopathy
    Referral may be required

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Reem Alhammad is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Alhammad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysferlinopathy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy, Inclusion Body Myositis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    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 Virginia, 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 Virginia, 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 Virginia, 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 Virginia, 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 Virginia, 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 Virginia, 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 Virginia, 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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