The 20 Best Encephalitis Doctors Near Me in Bethesda, MD

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 119 doctor with experience in Encephalitis near Bethesda, MD. Of these, 100 are Experienced, 14 are Advanced, 4 are Elite and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Elite in Encephalitis
    Elite in Encephalitis
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    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Probasco is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Probasco is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Status Epilepticus, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Probasco is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Probasco is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Encephalitis
    Elite in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Arun Venkatesan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Venkatesan is rated as an Elite 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 Encephalitis, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Dr. Venkatesan is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Venkatesan is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Encephalitis
    Elite in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 N Wolfe St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Avindra Nath is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Nath is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, CACH Syndrome, and Stroke.

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    Elite in Encephalitis
    Elite in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    600 N Wolfe St Rm 5B12, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Irene Cortese is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Cortese is rated as an Elite 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 Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, CACH Syndrome, Encephalitis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohammad Khoshnoodi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Khoshnoodi 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 Peripheral Neuropathy, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome. Dr. Khoshnoodi is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Khoshnoodi is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Encephalitis
    General Practice
    Distinguished in Encephalitis
    General Practice
    4855 S Palmer Rd, 
    Bethesda, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paris Bean is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Bean is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Traumatic Brain Injury, and ADULT Syndrome.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral required

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    10753 Falls Road, Pavilion II STE 115, 
    Lutherville, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Newsome is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lutherville, Maryland. Dr. Newsome is rated as an Advanced 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 Stiff Person Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Transverse Myelitis, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS). Dr. Newsome is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Newsome is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral required

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Floor 5, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Mcarthur is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Mcarthur is rated as an Advanced 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 Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, and Encephalitis. Dr. Mcarthur is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mcarthur is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Carlos Pardo-Villamizar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Pardo-Villamizar is rated as an Advanced 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 Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Neurosarcoidosis, Transverse Myelitis, Zika Virus Disease, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Pardo-Villamizar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Pardo-Villamizar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    MidAtlantic Epilepsy & Sleep Center

    Bethesda, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Ross is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Ross is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Benign Rolandic Epilepsy. Dr. Ross is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Ross is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    UM Shore Medical Center At Easton

    219 South Washington Street, 
    Easton, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Newey is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Easton, Maryland. Dr. Newey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Status Epilepticus, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Newey is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology, American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Clinical Neuropsychology, American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, (Clinical Neurophysiology/EGG), (Psychiatry & Neurology, Epilepsy), (General Neurology), United Council For Neurologic Subspecialties, and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology: NeurologyAmerican Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology: Clinical NeurophysiologyAmerican Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology: Epilepsy. Dr. Newey is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Floor 5, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brenda Banwell is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Banwell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), CACH Syndrome, Optic Neuritis, and Transverse Myelitis. Dr. Banwell is board certified in Royal College Of Physicians And Surgeons Of Canada. Dr. Banwell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    University Of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Danny And Gail Jones Primary Care - Aberdeen

    650 Mc Henry Road, Suite 3200, 
    Aberdeen, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Rapp is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Aberdeen, Maryland. Dr. Rapp 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 Lung Metastases, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Methylmalonic Acidemia, and Methylmalonyl Coenzyme A Mutase Deficiency. Dr. Rapp is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, 2005. Dr. Rapp is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Maryland Medical Group Inc.

    10110 Molecular Drive, Suite 114, 
    Rockville, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients

    Truong Bao is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Bao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bao is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bao is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1830 E Monument St # 333333, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bryan Smith is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced 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 Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, CACH Syndrome, Encephalitis, and Anosmia.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Neurology Care Center

    16 South Eutaw Street, Floor 3, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Benavides is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Benavides is rated as an Advanced 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 Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Encephalitis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS). Dr. Benavides is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology, 2014. Dr. Benavides is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Neurology
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    297 Rollins Ave, 
    Rockville, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yair Mina is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Mina is rated as an Advanced 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 Encephalitis, Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, and CACH Syndrome.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bridgette Billioux is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Billioux is rated as an Advanced 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 Encephalitis, HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Meningitis, and Monkeypox.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Sobhan Mathew MD

    3048 Mitchellville Rd, 
    Bowie, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sobhan Mathew is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bowie, Maryland. Dr. Mathew is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Mathew is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Neurology Care Center

    16 South Eutaw Street, Floor 3, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Fredrich is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Fredrich is rated as an Advanced 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 Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Encephalitis. Dr. Fredrich is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology, 2020. Dr. Fredrich 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 Bethesda, 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 Encephalitis doctor near Bethesda, 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 Encephalitis doctors near Bethesda, 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 Encephalitis doctors near Bethesda, 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 Encephalitis doctor near Bethesda, 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 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 Bethesda, 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 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 Bethesda, MD?

    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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