The 20 Best Familial Periodic Paralysis Doctors in Italy

Find the Top Familial Periodic Paralysis Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 79 doctor with experience in Familial Periodic Paralysis near Italy. Of these, 64 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Valeria A. Sansone
    Distinguished in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Valeria A. Sansone
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    Milan, IT 

    Valeria Sansone practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Sansone is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paramyotonia Congenita, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, Myotonic Dystrophy, Gastrostomy, and Osteotomy.

    Distinguished in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Raffaella Brugnoni
    Distinguished in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Raffaella Brugnoni
    Referral may be required
    Milan, IT 

    Raffaella Brugnoni practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Brugnoni is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Periodic Paralysis, Potassium-Aggravated Myotonia, Myotonia Congenita, and Amyotonia Congenita.

    Distinguished in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Lorenzo Maggi
    Distinguished in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Lorenzo Maggi
    Referral may be required
    Milan, IT 

    Lorenzo Maggi practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Mr. Maggi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy, Myasthenia Gravis, X-Linked Dominant Scapuloperoneal Myopathy, and Potassium-Aggravated Myotonia.

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    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Jean-francois Desaphy
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Jean-francois Desaphy
    Referral may be required
    Bari, IT 

    Jean-francois Desaphy practices practicing medicine in Bari, Italy. Desaphy is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. They are also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Myotonia Congenita, Amyotonia Congenita, Potassium-Aggravated Myotonia, and Paramyotonia Congenita.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Eleonora Canioni
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Eleonora Canioni
    Referral may be required
    Milan, IT 

    Eleonora Canioni practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Canioni is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Periodic Paralysis, Potassium-Aggravated Myotonia, Amyotonia Congenita, and Myotonia Congenita.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Luisa Politano
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Luisa Politano
    Referral may be required
    Naples, IT 

    Luisa Politano practices practicing medicine in Naples, Italy. Ms. Politano is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, X-Linked Dominant Scapuloperoneal Myopathy, Heart Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Concetta A. Altamura
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Concetta A. Altamura
    Referral may be required
    Bari, IT 

    Concetta Altamura practices practicing medicine in Bari, Italy. Ms. Altamura is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myotonia Congenita, Amyotonia Congenita, Paramyotonia Congenita, and Potassium-Aggravated Myotonia.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Sabrina Lucchiari
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Sabrina Lucchiari
    Referral may be required
    Milan, IT 

    Sabrina Lucchiari practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Lucchiari is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myotonia Congenita, Amyotonia Congenita, Paramyotonia Congenita, and Potassium-Aggravated Myotonia.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Antonella Pini
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Antonella Pini
    Referral may be required
    Bologna, IT 

    Antonella Pini practices practicing medicine in Bologna, Italy. Ms. Pini is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy, X-Linked Dominant Scapuloperoneal Myopathy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Giacomo P. Comi
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Giacomo P. Comi
    Referral may be required
    Milan, IT 

    Giacomo Comi practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Mr. Comi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. He is also highly rated in 50 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Serena Pagliarani
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Serena Pagliarani
    Referral may be required
    Milan, IT 

    Serena Pagliarani practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Pagliarani is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Amyotonia Congenita, Myotonia Congenita, Glycogen Storage Disease Type 3, Potassium-Aggravated Myotonia, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Gabriele Siciliano
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Gabriele Siciliano
    Referral may be required
    Pisa, IT 

    Gabriele Siciliano practices practicing medicine in Pisa, Italy. Ms. Siciliano is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia, Tissue Biopsy, and Thymectomy.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Massimiliano Filosto
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Massimiliano Filosto
    Referral may be required
    Brescia, IT 

    Massimiliano Filosto practices practicing medicine in Brescia, Italy. Mr. Filosto is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitochondrial Neurogastrointestinal Encephalopathy Disease, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Pompe Disease, and Liver Transplant.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Paola Tonin
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Paola Tonin
    Referral may be required
    Verona, IT 

    Paola Tonin practices practicing medicine in Verona, Italy. Ms. Tonin is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pompe Disease, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, Tubular Aggregate Myopathy, and Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Pia Bernasconi
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Pia Bernasconi
    Referral may be required
    Milan, IT 

    Pia Bernasconi practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Bernasconi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Potassium-Aggravated Myotonia, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Giovanni Meola
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Giovanni Meola
    Referral may be required
    Milan, IT 

    Giovanni Meola practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Mr. Meola is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paramyotonia Congenita, Myotonic Dystrophy, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, Myotonia Congenita, and Thymectomy.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Luciano Merlini
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Luciano Merlini
    Referral may be required
    Bologna, IT 

    Luciano Merlini practices practicing medicine in Bologna, Italy. Mr. Merlini is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Collagen VI-Related Myopathy, Benign Autosomal Dominant Myopathy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, and Nerve Decompression.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Andrea E. Rigamonti
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Andrea E. Rigamonti
    Referral may be required
    Milan, IT 

    Andrea Rigamonti practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Rigamonti is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Wolfram Syndrome.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Maurizio Bossola
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Maurizio Bossola
    Referral may be required
    Rome, IT 

    Maurizio Bossola practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Mr. Bossola is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Dry Mouth, Muscle Atrophy, Gastrostomy, and Kidney Transplant.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Maria E. Onore
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Maria E. Onore
    Referral may be required
    Naples, IT 

    Maria Onore practices practicing medicine in Naples, Italy. Ms. Onore is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cafe-Au-Lait Spots, Bardet-Biedl Syndrome, Rommen Mueller Sybert Syndrome, and Dilated Cardiomyopathy with Hypergonadotropic Hypogonadism.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Familial Periodic Paralysis?

    Familial periodic paralysis is a disease characterized by sudden attacks of weakness and paralysis. Weakness is recurrent, affecting mainly the limbs, and is often brought on by exercising or eating too many or too few carbohydrates. There are 4 forms of Familial periodic paralysis: hypokalemic, hyperkalemic, thyrotoxic, and Andersen-Tawil syndrome. In the hypokalemic form, the paralysis is caused by low levels of potassium. In the hyperkalemic form, the paralysis is caused by high levels of potassium in the blood. In the thyrotoxic form, the paralysis is caused by low levels of potassium in the blood and an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism). In Andersen-Tawil syndrome, potassium levels can be high, low, or normal. Genetic changes in the CACNA1S and SCN4A genes cause hypokalemic periodic paralysis. The hyperkalemic form is due to genetic changes in SCN4A gene. The underlying cause of the thyrotoxic form is unknown. Genetic changes in the KCNJ2 gene cause Andersen-Tawil syndrome.

    When should I see a Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor in Italy?

    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 a Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor in Italy?

    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 do I find the best Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor in Italy?

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    How does MediFind rank Familial Periodic Paralysis doctors in Italy?

    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 Familial Periodic Paralysis doctors in Italy?

    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 a Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor in Italy?

    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 Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Familial Periodic Paralysis 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 a Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor in Italy?

    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 Familial Periodic Paralysis 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 Familial Periodic Paralysis 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 Familial Periodic Paralysis doctors in Italy?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Familial Periodic Paralysis 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 a Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Familial Periodic Paralysis 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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