The 20 Best Focal Dystonia Doctors Near Me in ladera ranch, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Focal Dystonia near ladera ranch, CA. Of these, 8 are Experienced, 3 are Elite, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Focal Dystonia
    Advanced in Focal Dystonia
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    Neurology And Pain Specialty Center

    Aliso Viejo, CA 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Martinez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Aliso Viejo, California. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. He is also highly rated in 91 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Chronic Demyelinizing Neuropathy with IgM Monoclonal, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. Dr. Martinez is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology and United Council For Neurologic Subspecialties - Headache Medicine.

    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Pediatrics | Neurology
    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Pediatrics | Neurology
    Referral may be required
    333 Corporate Drive, Suite 110, 
    Ladera Ranch, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ying Peng is a Pediatrics specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Ladera Ranch, California. Dr. Peng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. She is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Thrombectomy, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Peng is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Peng is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Referral may be required
    26800 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 320, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronak Vora is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Vora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Dry Mouth, and Essential Tremor. Dr. Vora is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Dean A Le MD Phd

    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dean Le is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Le is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Hydrocephalus, New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Le is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Kiet Loc Apc

    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kiet Loc is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Loc is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. She is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, and Foot Drop. Dr. Loc is board certified in American Board Of Neurology.

    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Mission Heritage Mission Viejo-Neurology

    26800 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 385, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joey Gee is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Gee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Delirium, Migraine, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

    Distinguished in Focal Dystonia
    Distinguished in Focal Dystonia
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health - Irvine

    19200 Jamboree Road, Suite 4200, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mitchell Brin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Brin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Torticollis, Focal Dystonia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Migraine, and Nerve Decompression.

    Nurse Practitioner
    Nurse Practitioner
    Referral may be required

    Neurology & Pain Specialty Center

    5 Journey, 
    Aliso Viejo, CA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Rebekah Torres is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Aliso Viejo, California. Torres, NP is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Secondary Parkinsonism, and Essential Tremor. Torres, NP is board certified in Advanced Practice Registered Nurse- Board Certified.

    Physician Assistant
    Physician Assistant
    Referral may be required

    Neurology & Pain Specialty Center

    5 Journey, 
    Aliso Viejo, CA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Messina is a Physician Assistant practicing medicine in Aliso Viejo, California. Messina, PA is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, and Focal Dystonia. Messina, PA is board certified in National Commission Of Certification Of Physician Assistant.

    Nurse Practitioner
    Nurse Practitioner
    Referral may be required

    Neurology & Pain Specialty Center

    5 Journey, 
    Aliso Viejo, CA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Rodriguez is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Aliso Viejo, California. Rodriguez, NP is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Focal Dystonia, and Migraine. Rodriguez, NP is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners National Certification Board.

    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Referral may be required

    Laguna Beach Community Clinic

    362 3rd St, 
    Laguna Beach, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janet Chance is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Laguna Beach, California. Dr. Chance is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Advanced in Focal Dystonia
    Advanced in Focal Dystonia
    Referral may be required

    Sandeep Thakkar

    16405 Sand Canyon Ave, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sandeep Thakkar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Thakkar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Essential Tremor, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia. Dr. Thakkar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Thakkar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Referral may be required

    Office

    6650 Alton Pkwy, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Farsi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amir Besharat is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Besharat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, Meige Syndrome, and Camptocormism. Dr. Besharat is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Focal Dystonia
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    2801 E Coast Hwy Ste E, 
    Corona Del Mar, CA 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients

    Kaveh Karandish is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Corona Del Mar, California. Dr. Karandish is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Karandish is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 ladera ranch, 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 ladera ranch, 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 ladera ranch, 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 ladera ranch, 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 ladera ranch, 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 ladera ranch, 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 ladera ranch, 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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