The 20 Best Encephalitis Doctors Near Me in tampa, FL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 29 doctor with experience in Encephalitis near tampa, FL. Of these, 28 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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29 providers found
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Physiatry | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Physiatry | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Rehabilitation And Electrodiagnostics PA

    625 E. Twiggs Street,, Suite 103, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Kornberg is a Physiatrist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Kornberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Hemiplegia, Paraplegia, and Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type. Dr. Kornberg is board certified in AB PM&R - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Kornberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Rehabilitation And Electrodiagnostics PA

    625 E. Twiggs Street,, Suite 103, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Bassem Hanalla is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Hanalla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemiplegia, Stroke, Paraplegia, and Spasticity. Dr. Hanalla is board certified in American Board Of Physical Med & Rehabilitation and AB PM&R - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Hanalla is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Rehabilitation And Electrodiagnostics PA

    2914 N Boulevard, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Rigoberto Nunez is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Nunez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Stroke, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Nunez is board certified in American Board Of Physical Med & Rehabilitation, AB PM&R - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and AB PM&R (Brain Injury Medicine). Dr. Nunez is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Inpatient Specialists Group

    203 N Marion St., 2nd, Floor, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Krishna Tewari is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Tewari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Acute Kidney Failure, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Gastrostomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Tewari is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Tewari is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Rehabilitation And Electrodiagnostics PA

    625 E. Twiggs Street,, Suite 103, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino

    Venerando Batas is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Batas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemiplegia, Paraplegia, Stroke, and Spasticity. Dr. Batas is board certified in American Board Of Physical Med & Rehabilitation.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Inpatient Specialists Group

    203 N Marion St Fl 2, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Bingham is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Bingham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation Type 1, Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation, Awake Craniotomy, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Bingham is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Univ. Medical Service Association Inc.

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Angelica Rivera-Cruz is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Rivera-Cruz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Stiff Person Syndrome, and Memory Loss. Dr. Rivera-Cruz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Univ. Medical Service Association Inc.

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Selim Benbadis is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Benbadis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Absence Seizure, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Benbadis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Univ. Medical Service Association Inc.

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rebecca Hurst is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Hurst is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Hurst is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    University Medical Service Association Inc

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa,, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ushtar Amin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa,, Florida. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Absence Seizure. Dr. Amin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Univ. Medical Service Association Inc.

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Abdul Mikati is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Mikati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Mikati is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Univ. Medical Service Association Inc.

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bulgarian, Polish, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rossitza Chichkova is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Chichkova is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Chichkova is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    17 Davis Blvd Ste 308, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Kaplan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Kaplan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dysarthria, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Hemiplegia, and Stroke. Dr. Kaplan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral required

    Office

    17 Davis Blvd Ste 308, 
    Tampa,, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Neena Viswanathan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa,, Florida. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Viswanathan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Stroke, Seizures, and Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome. Dr. Viswanathan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    General Practice
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    General Practice

    Jose C Dominguez MD PA

    4600 N Habana Ave Ste 20, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alfredo Fernandez is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Insomnia. Dr. Fernandez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Nicholas Koehler P.A.

    5802 N 30th St, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kyle Wuthrich is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Wuthrich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, Encephalitis, and Myasthenia Gravis. Dr. Wuthrich is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus

    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sepideh Mokhtari is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Mokhtari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Glioma, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and Neurofibromatosis. Dr. Mokhtari is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Moffitt McKinley Hospital

    10901 McKinley Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nikhil Bhatia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Bhatia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Opioid Induced Constipation, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Malnutrition, and Pulmonary Embolism.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    James A Haley VA Medical Center

    13000 Bruce B Downs Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alfred Frontera is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Frontera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Subacute Combined Degeneration, and Status Epilepticus. Dr. Frontera is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    USF Dermatology Laboratory

    12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Derrick Robertson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Robertson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Neuromyelitis Optica. Dr. Robertson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Encephalitis?

    Encephalitis is irritation and swelling (inflammation) of the brain, most often due to infections.

    When should I see an Encephalitis doctor near tampa, 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 an Encephalitis doctor near tampa, 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 Encephalitis doctors near tampa, 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 Encephalitis doctors near tampa, 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 an Encephalitis doctor near tampa, 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 Encephalitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Encephalitis 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 Encephalitis doctor near tampa, 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 Encephalitis 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 Encephalitis 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 Encephalitis doctors near tampa, FL?

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

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