The 20 Best Encephalitis Doctors Near Me in buffalo, NY

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Encephalitis near buffalo, NY. Of these, 14 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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17 providers found
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Pediatric Audiology-Oishei Childrens Outpatient Center (Conventus)

    1001 Main St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bianca Weinstock-Guttman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Weinstock-Guttman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), CACH Syndrome, Optic Neuritis, and Angioplasty. Dr. Weinstock-Guttman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Kaleida Health

    100 High St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Hojnacki is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Hojnacki 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), Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Angioplasty. Dr. Hojnacki is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Pediatric Audiology-Oishei Childrens Outpatient Center (Conventus)

    1001 Main St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Svetlana Primma is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Primma 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 Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.

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    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Pediatric Audiology-Oishei Childrens Outpatient Center (Conventus)

    1001 Main St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Channa Kolb is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Kolb 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 Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Neuromyelitis Optica. Dr. Kolb is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Kaleida Health

    100 High St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Andrzejewski is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Andrzejewski 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 Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Huntington Disease.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Sisters Of Charity Hospital Of Buffalo

    2157 Main St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raed Alnaji is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Alnaji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, and Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Catholic Health Pathways-Buffalo

    158 Holden St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Xiaoran Guo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Guo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Infective Endocarditis, Osteomyelitis, Strep Throat, and Osteomyelitis in Children.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Neurology
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Neurology
    Referral required

    Mercy Hospital

    565 Abbott Rd, 
    Buffalo,, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lixin Zhang is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Buffalo,, New York. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vertigo, Seizures, Neuralgia, and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Dr. Zhang is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Encephalitis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    325 Essjay Rd, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Min Yang is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Yang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 94 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Sepsis, Stent Placement, and Nerve Decompression.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Geemson Oo M.D. PLLC

    3775 Seneca St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peterkin Lee-Kwen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Lee-Kwen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 62 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.

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

    Office

    3980 Sheridan Dr, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bela Ajtai is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Ajtai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 97 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Cluster Headache, Dementia, and Migraine.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3980 Sheridan Dr, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Pfiffner is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Pfiffner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 78 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, and Brain Herniation. Dr. Pfiffner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Dent Neuorlogic Institute

    200 Sterling Dr, 
    Orchard Park, NY 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Laszlo Mechtler is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orchard Park, New York. Dr. Mechtler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 109 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Cluster Headache, Astrocytoma, and Brain Aneurysm. Dr. Mechtler is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Dent Neuorlogic Institute

    200 Sterling Dr, 
    Orchard Park, NY 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bennett Myers is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orchard Park, New York. Dr. Myers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 66 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Peripheral Neuropathy, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Dent Neuorlogic Institute

    200 Sterling Dr, 
    Orchard Park, NY 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kenneth Murray is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orchard Park, New York. Dr. Murray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Seizures, Restless Legs Syndrome, and Periodic Limb Movement Disorder. Dr. Murray is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    5851 Main St, 
    Williamsville, NY 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Glover is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Williamsville, New York. Dr. Glover 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 Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Epilepsy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Experienced in Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Univ. At Buffalo Neurosurgery Inc.

    40 George Karl Blvd, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Frost is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Frost is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 94 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Photosensitive Epilepsy.

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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 buffalo, NY?

    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 buffalo, NY?

    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 buffalo, NY?

    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 buffalo, NY?

    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 buffalo, NY?

    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 buffalo, NY?

    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 buffalo, NY?

    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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