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    MediFind found 31 doctor with experience in Focal Dystonia near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 24 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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    31 providers found
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephanie Lessig is a Neurologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Lessig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology
      8929 University Center Ln, 207, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Isaac Bakst is a Neurologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Bakst is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Focal Dystonia, and Peripheral Neuropathy.

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      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9350 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      46+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Irene Litvan is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Litvan has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia, Movement Disorders, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Physiatry | Pain Medicine
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Physiatry | Pain Medicine

      Michael Moon MD A Medical Corporation

      4120 La Jolla Village Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Saiyun Hou is a Physiatrist and a Pain Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Hou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Chronic Pain, Focal Dystonia, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Scripps Health

      9898 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nicholas Jonas is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Jonas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Seizures, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Jonas is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Holistic Medicine
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Holistic Medicine

      Scripps Health

      9896 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joshua Alexander is a Neurologist and a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Mr. Alexander has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Migraine, Dopamine Beta-Hydroxylase Deficiency, and Cold-Induced Sweating Syndrome.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Regents Of The University Of California

      4510 Executive Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andrea Fuentes is a Neurologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Fuentes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Regents Of The University Of California

      4510 Executive Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Hess is a Neurologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Hess is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Primary Orthostatic Tremor, and X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 2nd Floor Sw209, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Melissa Houser is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Houser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism, and Oppenheim Dystonia.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nelson Hwynn is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Hwynn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Dysarthria, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

      10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Zachery Rosensweet is a Neurologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Rosensweet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Athetosis, Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease. Dr. Rosensweet is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology | Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology | Otolaryngology

      Ian Purcell, Md, Apc

      7625 Mesa College Dr, Suite 200a, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ian Purcell is a Neurologist and an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Purcell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Vertigo, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, and Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology | Pediatrics
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology | Pediatrics

      Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego

      3020 Children's Way, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jennifer Friedman is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Friedman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, Tourette Syndrome, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia

      Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego

      3020 Children's Way, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Andrew Skalsky is a Physiatrist in San Diego, California. Dr. Skalsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Spasticity, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Focal Dystonia, and Rhizotomy.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Caitlin Mulligan is a Neurologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Mulligan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Focal Dystonia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Physiatry | Pain Medicine
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Physiatry | Pain Medicine

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joel Castellanos is a Physiatrist and a Pain Medicine provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Castellanos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Neuralgia, Chronic Pain, Spasticity, and Phantom Limb Pain.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Pain Medicine | Physiatry
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Pain Medicine | Physiatry

      Michael Moon MD A Medical Corporation

      5348 Carroll Canyon Rd, Suite 101, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Moon is a Pain Medicine specialist and a Physiatrist in San Diego, California. Dr. Moon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Focal Dystonia, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Neurosurgical Medical Clinic Inc

      3750 Convoy St, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Richard Ostrup is a Neurosurgery provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Ostrup is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego

      3020 Children's Way, Mc 5003, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kyle Ryan is a Physiatrist in San Diego, California. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Moebius Syndrome, and Spasticity.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego

      3020 Children's Way, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Susan Biffl is a Physiatrist in San Diego, California. Dr. Biffl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Rett Syndrome, Moebius Syndrome, and Focal Dystonia.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Focal Dystonia?

      Focal dystonia is a disorder of the neurological system that causes muscle contractions in one area of the body, such as the face, vocal cords, neck, jaw, fingers, wrists, hands, or feet. Task-specific focal dystonia is a type of dystonia that causes muscle contractions in areas of the body associated with specific tasks, such as writer’s cramp.

      When should I see a Focal Dystonia doctor near La Jolla, CA?

      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 Focal Dystonia doctor near La Jolla, CA?

      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 Focal Dystonia doctors near La Jolla, CA?

      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 Focal Dystonia doctors near La Jolla, CA?

      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 Focal Dystonia doctor near La Jolla, CA?

      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 Focal Dystonia doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Focal Dystonia 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 Focal Dystonia doctor near La Jolla, CA?

      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 Focal Dystonia 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 Focal Dystonia 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 Focal Dystonia doctors near La Jolla, CA?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Focal Dystonia 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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