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    MediFind found 34 doctor with experience in Focal Dystonia near Santa Monica, CA. Of these, 25 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    34 providers found
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      300 Medical Plaza, B200, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Krishe Menezes is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Menezes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, and Secondary Parkinsonism.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      300 Medical Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jeff Bronstein is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bronstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Wilson Disease, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      757 Westwood Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Maya Newman is a Physiatrist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Newman has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Focal Dystonia, Moebius Syndrome, and Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type.

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      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia
      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

      8700 Beverly Blvd, 
      West Hollywood, CA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michele Tagliati is a Neurologist in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Tagliati is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Essential Tremor, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia
      Neurosurgery
      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia
      Neurosurgery

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

      8700 Beverly Blvd, 
      West Hollywood, CA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Adam Mamelak is a Neurosurgery provider in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Mamelak is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Pituitary Apoplexy, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Orthopedics | Physiatry
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Orthopedics | Physiatry

      Regents Of The University Of California

      1131 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 100, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      David Fish is an Orthopedics specialist and a Physiatrist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Fish is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Coccydynia, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Spinal Stenosis.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Regents Of The University Of California Los Angeles

      1801 Wilshire Blvd, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mary Mayo is a Neurologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Mayo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Migraine, and Choroid Plexus Cyst.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      2020 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 210, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Amy Weimer is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Weimer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Tardive Dyskinesia, Raynaud Phenomenon, Focal Dystonia, Lymphedema, and Orchiectomy.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      2125 Arizona Avenue, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Melita Petrossian is a Neurologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Petrossian 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, Chorea, and Essential Tremor. Dr. Petrossian is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Family Medicine
      1027 Princeton St, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Amy Gelfand is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Gelfand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Headache, Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome, and Torticollis.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      1964 Westwood Blvd, Suite 435, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kenith Paresa is a Physiatrist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Paresa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia, Dopa-Responsive Dystonia, Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency, and Notalgia Paresthetica.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Family Medicine
      1762 Westwood Blvd, Suite 300, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Malek Sheibani is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Sheibani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      300 Medical Plaza, B200, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Paula Ravin is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ravin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurosurgery

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      300 Medical Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ausaf Bari is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bari has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thalamotomy.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      300 Medical Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Adrienne Keener is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Keener 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, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      2080 Century Park E, Suite 1511, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Pouya Lavian is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lavian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Spasticity, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

      8700 Beverly Blvd, 
      West Hollywood, CA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Elliot Hogg is a Neurologist in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Hogg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Oppenheim Dystonia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation

      2080 Century Park E, Suite 300, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Seth Herman is a Physiatrist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Herman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Hemiplegia.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation

      8723 Alden Dr, Suite 260, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nicholas Szumski is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Szumski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, and Migraine.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation

      8635 W 3rd St, Suite 465w, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Amir Badiei is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Badiei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Essential Tremor.

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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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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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