The 20 Best Friedreich Ataxia Doctors Near Me in Rio Grande do Sul, BR

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 23 doctor with experience in Friedreich Ataxia near Rio Grande do Sul, BR. Of these, 20 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Friedreich Ataxia
    Elite in Friedreich Ataxia
    Campinas, RS, BR 

    Iscia Cendes-Lopes practices practicing medicine in Campinas, Brazil. Cendes-Lopes is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. They are also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Partial Familial Epilepsy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Spastic Paraplegia Type 4, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Advanced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Advanced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Laura Jardim practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Jardim is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 10.

    Advanced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Advanced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Campinas, RS, BR 

    Marcondes Franca-Junior practices practicing medicine in Campinas, Brazil. Franca-Junior is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. They are also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 4, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 5.

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    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Maria Pereira-Saraiva practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Pereira-Saraiva is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 10, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Campinas, RS, BR 

    Felipe Bergo practices practicing medicine in Campinas, Brazil. Mr. Bergo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Felizardo Street, 750, 
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Jonas Saute practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Saute is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. They are also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis, Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3, and Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Helena Fussiger practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Fussiger is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis, Xanthoma, Spastic Paraplegia Type 2, and Spastic Paraplegia Type 7.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Vanessa Dos Santos practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Dos Santos is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dysarthria, Spastic Paraplegia Type 4, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Parkinson's Disease.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    2600 Ramiro Barcelos Street Attached, 
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Bianca Seminotti practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Seminotti is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glutaric Acidemia Type 1, 3-Hydroxy-3-Methylglutaryl-CoA Lyase Deficiency, Very Long-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase (VLCAD) Deficiency, and Argininosuccinic Aciduria.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Marcos De Oliveira practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. De Oliveira is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroblastoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Mitochondrial Complex 1 Deficiency.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Lavinia Faccini-Schuler practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Faccini-Schuler is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome, Zika Virus Disease, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, and Microcephaly.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Gabriel Furtado practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. Furtado is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 10, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Thais Monte practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Monte is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 2, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    2600, Ramiro Barcelos Street, 
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Guilhian Leipnitz practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Leipnitz is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. They are also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Sulfite Oxidase Deficiency, Glutaric Acidemia Type 1, 3-Hydroxy-3-Methylglutaryl-CoA Lyase Deficiency, and Glycine Encephalopathy.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Sandra Segal-Leistner practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Segal-Leistner is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3 (MPS III, Sanfilippo Syndrome), and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 10.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Campinas, RS, BR 

    Carelis Salazar-Gonzalez practices practicing medicine in Campinas, Brazil. Salazar-Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. They are also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Spastic Paraplegia Type 4, Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Spastic Paraplegia Type 2, and Paraplegia.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Artur Schuh-Schumacher practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. Schuh-Schumacher is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Long Haul COVID, Movement Disorders, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Carlos Rieder practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Rieder is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Dysarthria, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Campinas, RS, BR 

    Amanda Donatti practices practicing medicine in Campinas, Brazil. Ms. Donatti is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Partial Familial Epilepsy, and Stroke.

    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
    Speech Therapy Course, 
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Maira Olchik practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Olchik is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dysarthria, Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A, Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis, Xanthoma, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Friedreich Ataxia?

    Friedreich ataxia is a rare disease passed down through families (inherited). It affects the muscles and heart.

    When should I see a Friedreich Ataxia doctor in Rio Grande do Sul, BR?

    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 Friedreich Ataxia doctor in Rio Grande do Sul, BR?

    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 Friedreich Ataxia doctors in Rio Grande do Sul, BR?

    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 Friedreich Ataxia doctors in Rio Grande do Sul, BR?

    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 Friedreich Ataxia doctor in Rio Grande do Sul, BR?

    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 Friedreich Ataxia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Friedreich Ataxia 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 Friedreich Ataxia doctor in Rio Grande do Sul, BR?

    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 Friedreich Ataxia 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 Friedreich Ataxia 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 Friedreich Ataxia doctors in Rio Grande do Sul, BR?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Friedreich Ataxia 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 Friedreich Ataxia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Friedreich Ataxia 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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