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    MediFind found 74 doctor with experience in Focal Dystonia near Maryland, US. Of these, 57 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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      Elite in Focal Dystonia
      Elite in Focal Dystonia
      10 Center Dr Msc 1428, Ninds, Nih, Bldg. 10, Rm 5n226, 
      Bethesda, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Hallett is a Neurologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Hallett is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, Essential Tremor, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Alex Pantelyat
      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia
      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian

      Dr. Alexander Pantelyat cares for patients with movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease and related syndromes, essential tremor, dystonia, chorea and normal pressure hydrocephalus. He also provides botulinum toxin injections for movement disorders and is involved in deep brain stimulation programming and intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring.His research explores atypical parkinsonian disorders, such as dementia with Lewy bodies, progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal syndrome/degeneration and multiple system atrophy; cognitive aspects of movement disorders; and music-based rehabilitation of neurodegenerative diseases.Dr. Pantelyat earned his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, where he was elected a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and received the Matthew T. Moore Prize in Neurology. He completed his residency training in Neurology ​at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, and a fellowship in movement disorders at the University of Pennsylvania/Philadelphia VA Medical Center. As part of his fellowship, Dr. Pantelyat also completed the Clinical Research Certificate Program at the Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics. He is a 2013 American Academy of Neurology Palatucci Advocacy Leader and grant recipient. Dr. Pantelyat is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia, and Corticobasal Degeneration.

      Emile S. Moukheiber
      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia
      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

      601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Floor 5, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Moukheiber trained in neurology at Tufts Medical Center and completed his fellowship in movement disorders at Johns Hopkins. His primary interests include using telehealth/teleneurology to help bridge the gap between tertiary care available in well-funded facilities and the dearth of it in significantly underserved and remote areas; especially pertaining to movement disorders in general and ataxia in particular. He has worked with a number of non-government organizations and founded his own entity that provides home health care in the form of advanced nursing, physical therapy and occupational therapy to underserved communities in third world countries, with particular emphasis on neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Moukheiber is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

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      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia
      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia

      University Of Maryland Neurology Associates PA

      16 S Eutaw St, Floor 3, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephen Reich is a Neurologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Reich 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, Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Reich is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia
      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia
      Bethesda, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Barbara Karp is a Neurologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Karp is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Focal Dystonia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, and Movement Disorders.

      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia
      Physiatry | Pediatrics
      Distinguished in Focal Dystonia
      Physiatry | Pediatrics
      1708 W. Rogers Ave, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Katharine Alter is a Physiatrist and a Pediatrics provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Alter is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Spasticity, Cerebral Palsy, Focal Dystonia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Alter is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia

      Washington Brain And Spine Institute

      3202 Tower Oaks Blvd., Ste 100, 
      Rockville, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Zachary Levine is a Neurosurgery provider in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Levine 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, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Levine is currently accepting new patients.

      Anupama S. Khandare
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Family Medicine

      UPMC Primary Care

      12502 Willowbrook Road, Suite 680, 
      Cumberland, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Marathi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Anupama Khandare is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cumberland, Maryland. Dr. Khandare is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Khandare is currently accepting new patients.

      Luke I. Kao
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology

      Maryland Neurological Center

      11085 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 212, Suite 212, 
      Columbia, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Luke Kao is a Neurologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Kao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction, Morton Neuroma, and Neuralgia.

      Riaz A. Janjua
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia

      UPMC Neurological Institute - Stroke Center

      12502 Willowbrook Road, Suite 640, 
      Cumberland, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients

      Riaz Janjua is a Neurologist in Cumberland, Maryland. Dr. Janjua is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Dravet Syndrome, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Epilepsy. Dr. Janjua is currently accepting new patients.

      Kelly Mills
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

      601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Floor 5, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      As the director of the Johns Hopkins Movement Disorders Division, Dr. Kelly Mills cares for patients who have movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, atypical parkinsonism, dystonia, ataxia, tremor and Huntington’s disease. He also evaluates and manages patients needing deep brain stimulation to manage their movement symptoms and provides botulinum toxin treatment for various disorders. In his research, Dr. Mills explores the cognitive dysfunction that can occur in movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease. He is particularly interested in describing the role of the basal ganglia in cognition, especially in the context of various diseases that can affect this structure. His work focuses on clarifying how certain treatments might impact cognitive and psychiatric problems. For instance, Dr. Mills studies how deep brain stimulation, when used to treat movement symptoms, can impact cognitive function such as attention, memory or impulsivity. Dr. Mills is a Maryland native and a graduate of the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where he developed an interest in neurology and movement disorders. He trained at the University of California, San Francisco, where he completed his neurology residency as well as a clinical and research fellowship in movement disorders, with a particular emphasis on deep brain stimulation to treat Parkinson’s disease, tremor and dystonia. Dr. Mills 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, Essential Tremor, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

      Experienced in Focal Dystonia
      Experienced in Focal Dystonia

      Washington Brain And Spine Institute

      3202 Tower Oaks Blvd., Ste 100, 
      Rockville, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Aviva Ellenstein is a Neurologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Ellenstein 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, Secondary Parkinsonism, and Focal Dystonia. Dr. Ellenstein is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Clearway Pain Solutions

      5500 Knoll N Drive, Ste 500, 
      Columbia, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mariam Hameed is a Physiatrist and a Pain Medicine provider in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Hameed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Chronic Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, and Neuralgia. Dr. Hameed is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology | Psychiatry
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Neurology | Psychiatry

      Largo Medical Center

      1221 Mercantile Lane, 
      Largo, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ejaz Shamim is a Neurologist and a Psychiatrist in Largo, Maryland. Dr. Shamim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Focal Dystonia, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease.

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

      Kennedy Krieger Associates

      707 N Broadway, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Hilary E. Gwynn is an instructor on the medical staff at Kennedy Krieger Institute in the Division of Neurology and Developmental Medicine. She teaches medical trainees and provides patient care at the Center for Development and Learning and on the Pediatric Rehabilitation Unit. She is also the site coordinator for the Johns Hopkins pediatric resident developmental disabilities rotation at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. Dr. Gwynn earned her medical degree at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland in 2000 and completed her pediatrics residency there in 2003. She subsequently joined the Kennedy Krieger Institute in 2003 to attend the fellowship in neurodevelopmental disabilities through the Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Since graduation from the fellowship program in 2007, she has been an active member of the medical staff at Kennedy Krieger Institute. She teaches medical trainees and provides patient care at the Center for Development and Learning and on the Pediatric Rehabilitation Unit. She is also a member of the clinical staff of the Department of Pediatrics at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Contact for Research Inquiries 801 N. Broadway Baltimore, MD 21205 Phone: (443) 923-3246 Research Summary Dr. Gwynn's clinical and research interests include diagnosis and treatment of the child with developmental disability. She is also investigating medical training methodology as it applies to resident and fellow training in the practice of developmental medicine and child neurology. Dr. Gwynn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Focal Dystonia, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Moebius Syndrome.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Pediatric Neurology
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Pediatric Neurology

      Kennedy Krieger Institute

      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Heather Riordan is a Pediatric Neurologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Riordan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Focal Dystonia, Transient Tic Disorder, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Rhizotomy.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia

      Meritus Medical Center Inc

      11110 Medical Campus Rd, 
      Hagerstown, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Paul Fishman is a Neurologist in Hagerstown, Maryland. Dr. Fishman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Fishman is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia

      University Of Maryland Neurology Associates PA

      16 S Eutaw St, Floor 3, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Lisa Shulman is a Neurologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Shulman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Benign Essential Blepharospasm. Dr. Shulman is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Internal Medicine

      Medstar Medical Group - Southern Maryland LLC

      24035 Three Notch Rd, 
      Hollywood, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sureshbhai Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hollywood, Maryland. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Focal Dystonia
      Internal Medicine

      Aruna S Nathan MD PA

      6816 Marbury Road, 
      Bethesda, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil

      "Dr. Nathan is an Internal Medicine Physician who has been practicing in Montgomery Country Maryland for over 15 years. Her primary philosophy is centered around the concept that many medical conditions are preventable when identified and addressed in a timely manner. Those that are not preventable, and already present, need to be managed by effective education, practical medication and lifestyle management. Dr. Nathan's motto is ""Effective health care and transparency in medical management incorporating proven scientific data."" Dr. Nathan has been nominated by her patients and received the Patients’ Choice Award and Compassionate Doctor Recognition on multiple occasions. She is also listed in the directory of America’s Top Physicians by the Consumer Research Council of America, is included in the directory of The Leading Physician’s of the World ( International Association of Internists), and listed as Top 10 Internists by the American Registry. Read Dr. Nathan's blog True Turmeic, for observations on management and practices to achieve effective care. You can find out more about Dr. Nathan on her Facebook, Twitter, and website. LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/pub/aruna-nathan-md/84/872/43a". Dr. Nathan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Focal Dystonia. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Focal Dystonia, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 in Maryland, 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 a Focal Dystonia doctor in Maryland, 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 Focal Dystonia doctors in Maryland, 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 Focal Dystonia doctors in Maryland, 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 a Focal Dystonia doctor in Maryland, 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 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 in Maryland, 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 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 in Maryland, US?

      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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