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    MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) near Columbia, MD. Of these, 41 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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      Kendra K. Kay
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Internal Medicine

      Padder Health Services, LLC

      8860 Columbia 100 Pkwy, #212, 
      Columbia, MD 
       (3.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kendra Kay is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Kay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Obesity, Obesity in Children, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Kay is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Family Medicine

      Integrative Health Practices LLC

      9501 Old Annapolis Rd, Suite 205, 
      Ellicott City, MD 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      William Rollow is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ellicott City, Maryland. Dr. Rollow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). His top areas of expertise are Lyme Disease, Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Silent Thyroiditis, and Traumatic Brain Injury. Dr. Rollow is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Internal Medicine

      Privia Care Center LLC

      7226 Lee Deforest Dr, Suite 206, 
      Columbia, MD 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Romanian
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Iuliana Selaru is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Selaru is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Insomnia, Sitosterolemia, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Selaru is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Internal Medicine

      Lifebridge Medical Associates LLC

      4801 Dorsey Hall Dr, Suite 201, 
      Ellicott City, MD 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Warren Ross is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ellicott City, Maryland. Dr. Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Degeneration, Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder, Anemia, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Ross is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Internal Medicine

      Healthdrive Medical Services PC

      6700 Alexander Bell Dr, Suite 200, 
      Columbia, MD 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Alan Kimmel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Kimmel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). His top areas of expertise are Lymphedema, Lymphangiectasis, Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia, and Meige Disease.

      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Rheumatology | Hospital Medicine
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Rheumatology | Hospital Medicine

      University Of Maryland Physicians PA

      5890 Waterloo Rd, Umd Phys. Waterloo X Ing, 
      Columbia, MD 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ikechukwu Mbonu is a Rheumatologist and a Hospital Medicine provider in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Mbonu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). His top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Raynaud Phenomenon, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Mbonu is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Neonatology
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Neonatology

      Maryland Perinatal Associates

      Fulton, MD 
       (5.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Donna Raval is a Neonatologist in Fulton, Maryland. Dr. Raval is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Her top areas of expertise are Premature Infant, Placental Insufficiency, Polyhydramnios, and Methimazole Antenatal Exposure.

      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)

      Crossroads Medical Associates

      4801 Dorsey Hall Drive, Suite 201, Suite 201, 
      Ellicott City, MD 
       (5.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati , Hindi, Marathi
      Offers Telehealth

      Rupal Desai is a primary care provider, practicing in Neurologist in Ellicott City, Maryland. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Her top areas of expertise are Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder, Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome, Anemia, and High Cholesterol.

      Peter Rowe
      Distinguished in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Adolescent Medicine
      Distinguished in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Adolescent Medicine

      Rubenstein Child Health Building

      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Peter Rowe is a Professor of Pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is the inaugural Sunshine Natural Wellbeing Foundation Professor of Chronic Fatigue and Related Disorders and serves as the Director of the Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Related Disorders Program at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. His areas of clinical expertise include chronic fatigue syndrome and other disorders characterized by fatigue and orthostatic intolerance. Dr. Rowe and his colleagues were the first to describe the relationship between myalgic ecephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) and treatable orthostatic intolerance syndromes, as well as the association between Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and ME/CFS. After receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of Toronto, Dr. Rowe earned his medical degree at McMaster University Medical School in Ontario. He completed his residency in pediatrics at Johns Hopkins and completed his fellowship in General Pediatric Academic Development. He was on the staff at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario from 1987-1991 before returning to Johns Hopkins in 1991. Dr. Rowe’s research focuses on the physiologic factors (circulatory dysregulation, allergic disorders, joint laxity, biomechanical strain, and neuroanatomic problems) that contribute to chronic fatigue as asymptom, and to ME/CFS and long COVID as conditions. In 2014, Dr. Rowe received the research award from the International Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (IACFS/ME) for his clinical and scientific work on chronic fatigue syndrome and related disorders. He is a member of the research advisory council for Solve ME/CFS. He is also a member of the American Pediatric Society, the Society for Pediatric Research, the Canadian Pediatric Society, and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Rowe is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). His top areas of expertise are Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Musculocontractural Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (mcEDS), Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, and Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (VEDS).

      Jefferson Doyle
      Advanced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Advanced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)

      The Johns Hopkins Hospital

      1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Maumenee Lobby, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jefferson Doyle, M.D., Ph.D., M.H.S. specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and genetic eye diseases and is the recipient of the 2023 Andreas C. Dracopoulos & Daniel Finkelstein, M.D. Rising Professorship in Ophthalmology. His main focus is pediatric and juvenile forms of cataracts, glaucoma, anterior segment dysgenesis, and ectopia lentis. His genetics interests include Marfan syndrome and related connective tissue disorders, complex inherited forms of strabismus in both children and adults (e.g. CFEOM, Duane syndrome), and pediatric retinal dystrophies. Dr. Doyle has published extensively on a number of genetic disorders over the past decade, holds several patents for novel therapeutic approaches to treat them, and has given many national and international talks about them. Dr. Doyle's main research focus is understanding the genetic causes and molecular mechanisms driving genetic diseases, and utilizing that knowledge to develop new therapeutic strategies for them. Over the past decade, he has played a significant role in advancing our understanding of Marfan syndrome and related connective tissue disorders. His work and that of collaborators has led to the discovery of the genetic causes of Shprintzen-Goldberg syndrome and Loeys-Dietz like syndrome. His work has also led to a much better understanding of the molecular mechanisms driving Marfan syndrome, and he holds two patents for novel therapeutic strategies to treat it. Part of his current work focuses on the identification of genes that protect people from developing a number of genetic disorders, and leveraging that knowledge to develop new therapies for those diseases. He also has an interest in pediatric myopia, and has ongoing pre-clinical studies seeking to understand the mechanisms that may drive it and the development of novel therapeutic strategies to treat it. Recent News Articles and Media Coverage A Center for Genetic Eye Disease, Wilmer Insider (Oct. 2021). Dr. Doyle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). His top areas of expertise are Duane-Radial Ray Syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (VEDS), and Strabismus.

      Divya Srikumaran
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Ophthalmology

      Johns Hopkins Health Care Center - Odenton

      Odenton, MD 
       (12.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish

      Divya Srikumaran, M.D., is the Walter J. Stark Chair of Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute, and practices at Wilmer's East Baltimore and Odenton, Maryland locations. She specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the cornea, performing corneal transplants, cataract surgeries, and refractive surgeries (LASIK). She is an investigator for several clinical trials at Wilmer offering her patients the latest treatment options. She has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and lectures at national cornea and cataract conferences. Dr. Srikumaran, an associate professor of ophthalmology in the Division of Cornea and External Disease at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute received her M.D. degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, after which she completed her ophthalmology residency and cornea fellowship training at the Wilmer Eye Institute. Dr. Srikumaran’s research interest includes the assessment of corneal transplant outcomes and risk factors for receiving keratoplasty through big data sources including administrative claims data. She received the Hoskins Center IRIS Registry Research Fund Award through the American Academy of Ophthalmology as well as the EBAA Pilot Research grant to study real-world endothelial keratoplasty outcomes. She is a busy clinician who is actively involved in multi-central clinical trials in cornea. In addition, she serves on the scientific program committee of the EBAA and is participating in their Physician Leadership Program. She is also a member of the editorial board for Cornea and will serve as an associate editor for the society’s new journal Cornea Open. She is also a renowned educator and currently serves as Vice Chair of Education and was previously residency program director. As vice chair of education, she has an interest in medical education and studying best practices to support doctors in training and has been awarded several teaching awards. Blending her passion for both education and expertise in corneal surgery, Dr. Srikumaran has also studied barriers to adoption of advanced keratoplasty procedures in the US and abroad. Dr. Srikumaran is also an examiner and member of the cornea and cataract exam content development committees for the American Board of Ophthalmology and was selected to participate in their Visiting Scholar Program. Dr. Srikumaran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Fuchs Dystrophy, Endophthalmitis, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

      Distinguished in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Ophthalmology
      Distinguished in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Ophthalmology

      University Of Maryland Eye Associates, P.A.

      419 W Redwood St, Suite 420, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Eric Singman is an Ophthalmologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Singman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). His top areas of expertise are Papilledema, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Strabismus, and Optic Neuritis. Dr. Singman is currently accepting new patients.

      James H. Black
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Vascular Surgery
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Vascular Surgery

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

      601 North Caroline Street, Floor 8, Floor 8, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      James Black is a Vascular Surgeon in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Black is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Aortic Dissection, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Hernia Surgery.

      Yingwei Lum
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Vascular Surgery
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Vascular Surgery

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

      601 North Caroline Street, Floor 8, Floor 8, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Lum is a clinically busy vascular surgeon specializing in the open and endovascular treatment of peripheral arterial disease, cartoid artery disease, dialysis access, mesenteric occlusive disease, arterial aneurysms and venous disease. In addition, he has a strong clinical & research interest in thoracic outlet syndrome. Dr Lum also has a Masters in Public Health from the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. Dr. Lum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Osteotomy.

      Hal C. Dietz
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics

      Rubenstein Child Health Building

      200 North Wolfe Street, Rubenstein BLDG Lower Level, Rubenstein BLDG Lower Level, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Harry “Hal” Dietz is a professor of pediatrics, an associate professor of medicine and an assistant professor of neurological surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is the Victor A. McKusick Professor of Genetics and also serves as the director of the William S. Smilow Center for Marfan Syndrome Research. Recognized as the world’s leading authority on Marfan syndrome, Dr. Dietz conducted genomic mapping and research on therapeutic agents for deficiencies in the genetic protein fibrillin, which is linked to Marfan syndrome. His research contributions have made diagnosis of the condition patient-specific and accurate. He has received more than 50 national and international awards and honors, including the Antoine Marfan Award from the National Marfan Foundation and the Art of Listening Award from the American Heart Association. Dr. Dietz is an ad hoc reviewer for 19 different organizations, including the American Journal of Cardiology, the Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, and the Journal of Clinical Investigation. Over more than two decades, Dr. Dietz has mentored 75 predoctoral and postdoctoral researchers. He has authored 282 original publications in peer-reviewed journals, 25 textbook chapters, and 239 abstracts, and has also delivered more than 440 lectures on Marfan syndrome and related genetic disorders. Dr. Dietz completed his B.S. at Duke University and received his M.D. from the SUNY Upstate School of Medicine. He completed a pediatric residency and a cardiology fellowship at Johns Hopkins University before joining the faculty in 1992. Dr. Dietz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). His top areas of expertise are Caudal Duplication, Neu Laxova Syndrome, Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy, and Cardiomyopathy Hypogonadism Metabolic Anomalies.

      Caitlin Hicks
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Vascular Surgery
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Vascular Surgery

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

      601 North Caroline Street, Floor 8, Floor 8, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Hicks specializes in congenital aortic pathologies including aberrant subclavian arteries and aortic coarctation, thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms, complex lower extremity revascularization including lower extremity bypasses and stenting, and carotid endarterectomy. She is skilled in both open and endovascular surgery for the treatment of aortic and peripheral disease. She is also accomplished in clinical research with over 130 peer-reviewed publications and numerous textbook chapters; her research interests include clinical outcomes in aneurysm repair and lower extremity revascularization, as well as high-value care in vascular surgery. A distinguished fellow of the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Hicks is the recipient of the Department of Surgery Rothman Early Career Development Award for Surgical Research and was selected as a Visiting Scholar to the American Board of Medical Specialties for 2018-2019. She is also an appointed member of a CMS Clinical Expert Subcommittee tasked with refining peripheral vascular disease cost measures for implementation in the Quality Payment Program. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlin-hicks-b211b617/. Dr. Hicks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Her top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Peripheral Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Aneurysm Repair.

      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Family Medicine

      Medpeds, LLC

      7350 Van Dusen Rd, Suite 110, 
      Laurel, MD 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Kashmiri
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Reema Jalali is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Laurel, Maryland. Dr. Jalali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Sitosterolemia, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Dr. Jalali is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Pediatric Cardiology
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Pediatric Cardiology

      University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

      22 S Greene St, 
      Baltimore,, MD 
       (13.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nicholas Pietris is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Baltimore,, Maryland. Dr. Pietris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). His top areas of expertise are Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale, and Ventricular Septal Defects.

      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Pediatric Cardiology
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Pediatric Cardiology

      University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

      22 S Greene St, 
      Baltimore,, MD 
       (13.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rachel Moore is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Baltimore,, Maryland. Dr. Moore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Her top areas of expertise are Heart Murmurs, Ventricular Septal Defects, Patent Foramen Ovale, and Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).

      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Pediatric Cardiology
      Experienced in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
      Pediatric Cardiology

      University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

      22 S Greene St, 
      Baltimore,, MD 
       (13.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Alicia Chaves is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Baltimore,, Maryland. Dr. Chaves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Her top areas of expertise are Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Ventricular Septal Defects, Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm, Pulmonary Atresia, and Gastrostomy.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)?

      Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a group of heritable disorders that affect connective tissues supporting the skin, bones, blood vessels, and many other organs and tissues. Defects in connective tissues cause the signs and symptoms of these conditions, which range from mildly loose joints to life-threatening complications. The various forms of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome have been classified in several different ways. Originally, 11 forms of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome were named using Roman numerals to indicate the types (type I, type II, and so on). In 1997, researchers proposed a simpler classification (the Villefranche nomenclature) that reduced the number of types to six and gave them descriptive names based on their major features. In 2017, the classification was updated to include rare forms of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome that were identified more recently. The 2017 classification describes 13 types of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Each type is distinct and has its own common symptoms. The combined prevalence of all types of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome appears to be at least 1 in 5,000 individuals worldwide. The hypermobile and classical forms are most common; the hypermobile type may affect as many as 1 in 5,000 to 20,000 people, while the classical type probably occurs in 1 in 20,000 to 40,000 people. Other forms of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome are rare, often with only a few cases or affected families described in the medical literature. The inheritance pattern of the Ehlers-Danlos syndromes varies by type. The classical, vascular, arthrochalasia, and periodontal forms of the disorder, and likely the hypermobile type, have an autosomal dominant pattern of inheritance. Autosomal dominant inheritance means that one copy of the altered gene in each cell is sufficient to cause the disorder. In some cases, an affected person inherits the mutation from one affected parent. Other cases result from new (de novo) gene mutations and occur in people with no history of the disorder in their family. The classical-like, cardiac-valvular, dermatosparaxis, kyphoscoliotic, spondylodysplastic, and musculocontractural types of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, as well as brittle cornea syndrome, are inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern. In autosomal recessive inheritance, two copies of a gene in each cell are altered. Most often, the parents of an individual with an autosomal recessive disorder are carriers of one copy of the altered gene but do not show signs and symptoms of the disorder. The myopathic type of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome can have either an autosomal dominant or autosomal recessive pattern of inheritance.

      When should I see an Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) doctor near Columbia, MD?

      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 an Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) doctor near Columbia, MD?

      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 Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) doctors near Columbia, MD?

      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 Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) doctors near Columbia, MD?

      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 an Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) doctor near Columbia, MD?

      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 Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) 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 an Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) doctor near Columbia, MD?

      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 Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) 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 Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) 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 Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) doctors near Columbia, MD?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) 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 an Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) 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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