The 20 Best Encephalitis Doctors Near Me in ridgewood, NJ

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 85 doctor with experience in Encephalitis near ridgewood, NJ. Of these, 75 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Encephalitis
    Elite in Encephalitis
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    New York Presbyterian Hospital

    177 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kiran Thakur is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Thakur is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Meningitis, Tuberculous Meningitis, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Neurology Group Of Bergen County

    1200 E Ridgewood Ave, 
    Ridgewood, NJ 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Berlin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Dr. Berlin is rated as an Experienced 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 Memory Loss, Apoplexy, Stroke, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Berlin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Neurology Group Of Bergen County

    1200 E Ridgewood Ave, 
    Ridgewood, NJ 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Shammas is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Dr. Shammas 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 Peripheral Neuropathy, Transient Global Amnesia, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH). Dr. Shammas is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Englewood Health Physician Network-Hva Medical Group

    22-18 Broadway Ste 101, 
    Fair Lawn, NJ 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Albanian, Italian
    Accepting New Patients

    Andi Qipo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. Dr. Qipo 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 Heart Attack, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Sepsis, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Qipo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Neuroscience Institute

    650 From Road, Suite 506, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alexandra Reynolds is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Reynolds is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Splenectomy. Dr. Reynolds is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Reynolds is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Neurology | Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Neurology | Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Neuroscience Institute

    650 From Road, Suite 506, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kiandokht Keyhanian is a Neurologist and an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Keyhanian is rated as an Experienced 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 Optic Neuritis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Papilledema. Dr. Keyhanian is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Keyhanian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    HMH - Primary Care - From Road - Paramus

    650 From Road, Suite 501, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Erinie Mekheal is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Mekheal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Roseola, Rosai-Dorfman Disease, Pustules, Pulmonary Sequestration, and Endovascular Embolization. Dr. Mekheal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Neuroscience Institute

    650 From Road, Suite 506, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Siddhartha Nadkarni is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Nadkarni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Partial Seizure, Partial Familial Epilepsy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Nadkarni is board certified in Clinical Neurophysiology and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology . Dr. Nadkarni is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Ciro J. Carafa M.D. P.A.

    120 S Main St, 
    Lodi, NJ 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ciro Carafa is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lodi, New Jersey. Dr. Carafa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Carafa is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Alla Brouk M.D. P.C.

    140 Grand Ave, 
    Englewood, NJ 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian, Bulgarian, German, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients

    Eli Djebiyan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Englewood, New Jersey. Dr. Djebiyan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Djebiyan is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Encephalitis
    Distinguished in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Wesley is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Wesley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Dr. Wesley is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Wesley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group

    20 Prospect Avenue, Suite 800, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German, Romanian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Alexianu is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Alexianu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Continuous Spike-Wave During Slow Sleep Syndrome, Photosensitive Epilepsy, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome. Dr. Alexianu is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Alexianu is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Acupuncture To Serenity LLC

    1135 Broad St, 
    Clifton, NJ 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Beth Stein is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Clifton, New Jersey. Dr. Stein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Stroke, and Osteotomy. Dr. Stein is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Encephalitis
    Distinguished in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 W 168th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Honig is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Honig is rated as a Distinguished 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 Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Encephalitis. Dr. Honig is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation

    300 Market Street, 
    Saddle Brook, NJ 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients

    Allison Averill is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Saddle Brook, New Jersey. Dr. Averill 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 Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. Dr. Averill is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Averill is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation

    300 Market Street, 
    Saddle Brook, NJ 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Uri Adler is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Saddle Brook, New Jersey. Dr. Adler 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 Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. Dr. Adler is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Adler is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation

    300 Market St, 
    Saddle Brook, NJ 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Creoles And Pidgins

    Anthony Lee is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Saddle Brook, New Jersey. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Lee 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 Foot Drop, Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Encephalitis Lethargica.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation

    300 Market St, 
    Saddle Brook, NJ 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Craig Eichner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saddle Brook, New Jersey. Dr. Eichner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation

    300 Market St, 
    Saddle Brook, NJ 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Todd Cooperman is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Saddle Brook, New Jersey. Dr. Cooperman is rated as an Experienced 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 Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Dr. Cooperman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Progressive Neurology

    381 Park Street, Suite 200, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pankaj Kakkar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Kakkar 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 REM Behavior Disorder, Primary Orthostatic Tremor, Stroke, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Dr. Kakkar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Kakkar 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 ridgewood, NJ?

    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 ridgewood, NJ?

    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 ridgewood, NJ?

    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 ridgewood, NJ?

    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 ridgewood, NJ?

    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 ridgewood, NJ?

    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 ridgewood, NJ?

    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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