The 20 Best Encephalocele Doctors Near Me in North Carolina, US

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Last Updated: 09/19/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Encephalocele near North Carolina, US. Of these, 16 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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19 providers found
    Advanced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Cancer Center Brain Tumor Clinic

    20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Codd is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Codd is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prolactinoma, Pituitary Tumor, Encephalocele, Awake Craniotomy, and Mastoidectomy. Dr. Codd is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Codd is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Referral required

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ali Zomorodi is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Zomorodi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery. Dr. Zomorodi is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Zomorodi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Erik Hauck is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hauck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Hauck is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Hauck is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Raleigh Hospital

    3400 Wake Forest Rd, 
    Raleigh, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Haglund is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Haglund is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Traumatic Brain Injury, Epilepsy, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Fusion, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Haglund is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Haglund is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Referral may be required

    Carolinas Medical Center

    1000 Blythe Blvd., 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Asher is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Asher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Radiation Induced Meningioma, Meningioma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Asher is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Asher is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalocele
    Advanced in Encephalocele
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Ewend is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Ewend is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Ewend is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Encephalocele
    Advanced in Encephalocele
    Referral may be required

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shruti Agashe is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Agashe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Encephalocele, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Agashe is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology , American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology, and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Epilepsy . Dr. Agashe is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    General Surgery | Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    General Surgery | Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Novant Health Pediatric Neurosurgery - Cotswold

    330 Billingsley Road, Suite 202, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Erin Kiehna is a General Surgeon and a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Kiehna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rathke Cleft Cyst, Increased Head Circumference, Lambdoid Synostosis, and Craniosynostosis. Dr. Kiehna is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Pediatrics | Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Pediatrics | Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Children's Health Center Neurosurgery Clinic

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Kellogg is a Pediatrics specialist and a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Kellogg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningocele, Subdural Hematoma, Encephalocele, and Myelomeningocele. Dr. Kellogg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Referral required

    Duke Neurology Morreene Road

    932 Morreene Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Collins is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Collins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Headache. Dr. Collins is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology. Dr. Collins is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Referral may be required

    Duke Neurosurgery Of Raleigh

    3480 Wake Forest Rd, 
    Raleigh, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Patricia Nelson is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Meningioma, Glomus Tympanum Tumor, and Glomus Jugulare Tumor. Dr. Nelson is board certified in National Comm On Certif Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Spine Center And Neurosurgery Clinic

    1350 Raleigh Rd Fl 2, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lindsay Thorp is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Thorp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Pituitary Tumor, Prolactinoma, and Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt. Dr. Thorp is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Referral may be required

    WakeMed Raleigh Campus

    3000 New Bern Ave, 
    Raleigh, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bassam Rimawi is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Rimawi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His clinical expertise encompasses Polyhydramnios, Premature Infant, Placenta Previa, and Ovarian Cysts. Dr. Rimawi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Referral may be required

    University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

    55 Vilcom Ctr Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Neeta Vora is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Vora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fetal Edema, Hydrops Fetalis, Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn, Anencephaly, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Vora is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Referral may be required

    Novant Health Neurology - Doctors Circle (Building A)

    1515 Doctors Cir Bldg A, 
    Wilmington, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Angelique Manasseh is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Manasseh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encephalocele. Dr. Manasseh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    200 Trent Dr, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Teo is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Teo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Glioma, Brain Stem Cancer, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pediatric Neurosurgery Clinic

    170 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Elton is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Elton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Myelomeningocele, Hydrocephalus, and Subdural Hematoma. Dr. Elton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1029 S Hawthorne Rd, 
    Winston Salem, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Wilson is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Wilson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Meningioma, Cervical Myelopathy, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Wilson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Encephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Yap is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Yap is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Yap is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/19/2026

    What is the definition of Encephalocele?

    Encephaloceles are rare neural tube defects characterized by sac-like protrusions of the brain and the membranes that cover it through openings in the skull. These defects are caused by failure of the neural tube to close completely during fetal development. The result is a groove down the midline of the upper part of the skull, or the area between the forehead and nose, or the back of the skull. When located in the back of the skull, Encephaloceles are often associated with neurological problems. Encephaloceles are usually dramatic deformities diagnosed immediately after birth; but occasionally a small Encephalocele in the nasal and forehead region can go undetected. There is a genetic component to the condition; it often occurs in families with a history of spina bifida and anencephaly in other family members.

    When should I see an Encephalocele doctor in North Carolina, US?

    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 Encephalocele doctor in North Carolina, US?

    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 Encephalocele doctors in North Carolina, US?

    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 Encephalocele doctors in North Carolina, US?

    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 Encephalocele doctor in North Carolina, US?

    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 Encephalocele doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele doctor in North Carolina, US?

    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 Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele 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 Encephalocele doctors in North Carolina, US?

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

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