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    MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Friedreich Ataxia near Maryland, US. Of these, 13 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    14 providers found
      Advanced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Internal Medicine

      Aditya Chopra, Md, PC

      600 Ridgely Ave, Suite 231, 
      Annapolis, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Aditya Chopra is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Annapolis, Maryland. Dr. Chopra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Heart Murmurs, Dementia, Empyema, and Sinusitis. Dr. Chopra is currently accepting new patients.

      Liana Rosenthal
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia

      Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

      Lutherville, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Liana Rosenthal, M.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Rosenthal completed medical school at Johns Hopkins with an internship at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. She completed her neurology residency and movement disorder fellowship at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Rosenthal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia.

      Charlotte J. Sumner
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Charlotte Sumner is a Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Sumner cares for patients with genetically-mediated neuromuscular diseases. Her practice is notable for a focus on individuals with inherited neuromuscular disorders of peripheral nerves and motor neurons, including spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease. She co-directs the Johns Hopkins Muscular Dystrophy Association Care Center, the Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and the Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) clinics, which deliver multidisciplinary clinical care, engage in international natural history studies, and provide cutting edge therapeutics. Dr. Sumner’s research focuses on developing treatments for degenerative disorders of motor neurons and peripheral nerves. Her laboratory uses human tissues and induced pluripotent cell lines, mouse models and cultured cells to characterize disease mechanisms and develop treatments. Dr. Charlotte Sumner received her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine following undergraduate studies at Princeton University. She completed internal medicine internship and neurology residency at the University of California San Francisco, after which she returned to the east coast for a neuromuscular fellowship at Johns Hopkins and a neurogenetics fellowship in the Neurogenetics Branch at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. She joined the neurology faculty at Johns Hopkins in 2006. Dr. Sumner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, and Gastrostomy.

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      Thomas O. Crawford
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Neurology | Pediatric Neurology

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

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

      Dr. Tom Crawford has been a member of the Department of Neurology since 1987. He is co-director of the MDA clinic for Neuromuscular Disorders and Neurologist for the Ataxia Telangiectasia Clinical Center at Johns Hopkins. His practice involves general child neurology with a principal interest in caring for children with neuromuscular, neuromotor, and ataxic disorders. Primary research interests involve the basic science and clinical characterization of two important neurologic disorders that affect children: Spinal Muscular Atrophy and Ataxia Telangiectasia. He is also actively involved in the Biology of neurofilaments by characterization of transgenic animal models. He is on the Medical and Scientific Advisory Boards of Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and the Medical Advisory Committee for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. He is the Neurologist for the Ataxia Telangiectasia Clinical Center at Johns Hopkins, which has evaluated almost half of the known patients with this disorder in the United States. Additional specific clinical interests include evaluation and treatment of children with brachial plexus palsies. Dr. Crawford received his medical degree from the University of Southern California. He completed a pediatric internship and residency at the Pediatric Pavilion of the Los Angeles County / University of Southern California Medical Center, followed by a pediatric chief residency. He completed his training in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology at the Los Angeles Childrens Hospital. He then traveled east to the laboratory of Dr John Griffin at Johns Hopkins for a fellowship in Neuromuscular Disorders. Prior to medical training and Neurology residency, he majored in Psychology and Religion at Yale College. Dr. Crawford has published extensively and presented nationally and internationally. He has an active role in teaching medical students and residents in neurology. In addition, Dr. Crawford has special interest and experience in EMG studies of children and adults. Dr. Crawford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Ataxia-Telangiectasia, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2.

      Ankur Butala
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

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

      Dr. Ankur Butala specializes in the care of persons with complex neuropsychiatric conditions, including persons with advanced Parkinson Disease or other movement or neurodegenerative disorders. Upon graduating from a selective Physician-Scientist program at Albany Medical College, he joined the University of Massachusetts in an uncommon residency in both Neurology and Psychiatry. Dual-trained neuropsychiatrists such as Dr. Butala have experience with: Parkinson Disease and atypical Parkinsonism, Huntington Disease, Ataxia, Dystonia, early-onset dementia, traumatic brain injury and chronic traumatic encephalopathy, autism spectrum disorders, medication refractory mood and psychotic disorders, epilepsy and functional neurological disorders. In residency, he developed an interest in circuit models of brain function and how non-pharmacological approaches such as Neuromodulation and brain stimulation may be used to address treatment-resistant conditions. Consequently, he joined Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine as a Clinical and Research Fellow from 2015 to 2018, where he developed a skill set including deep brain stimulation, non-invasive brain stimulation (tDCS), and measurement of eye movements. Currently, Dr. Butala's clinical and research interests are in diagnosing and managing persons with advanced Parkinson's Disease, movement disorders, and neuropsychiatric conditions using neuromodulation, cannabinoids, and entheogens. He has ongoing multidisciplinary collaborations with colleagues at the Whiting School of Engineering - Center of Speech & Language Processing in using Machine-Learning Models and Artificial Intelligence to improve the detection and diagnosis of Movement and Neuropsychiatric disorders. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ankurbutalamd Videos Neurology: Junior Faculty Spotlight. Dr. Butala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Corticobasal Degeneration, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Anushiravan Dadgar
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Internal Medicine

      Montgomery Medical Associates PC

      10110 Molecular Dr Ste 206, 
      Rockville, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Anushiravan Dadgar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Dadgar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Necrosis, High Cholesterol, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      35-2a1000 35 Convent Dr, Msc 3705, 
      Bethesda, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kenneth Fischbeck is a Neurologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Fischbeck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.

      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia

      Tidalhealth Primary Care LLC

      1639 Woodbrooke Dr, 
      Salisbury, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish, Tamil
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Vijaykumar Karumbunathan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Karumbunathan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Endoscopy. Dr. Karumbunathan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Neurology
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Neurology

      Pacific Neuromonitoring Associates Inc

      10275 Little Patuxent Pkwy Ste 300, 
      Columbia, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Reza Kanani is a Neurologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Kanani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Tumor, Brain Stem Cancer, and Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET).

      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia

      Johns Hopkins Regional Physicians LLC

      10710 Charter Dr, Suite 400, 
      Columbia, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Bonnie Kaas is a Neurologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Kaas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia, and Camptocormism. Dr. Kaas is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Internal Medicine

      Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

      5009 Honeygo Ctr Dr, Suite 216, 
      Perry Hall, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lawrence White is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Perry Hall, Maryland. Dr. White is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. White is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Internal Medicine

      Maryland Family Care Inc

      7602 Belair Rd, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German
      Accepting New Patients

      Marion Kowalewski is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Kowalewski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS), and Tracheitis. Dr. Kowalewski is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Family Medicine

      Tri-State Community Health Center Inc

      621 Kelly Rd, 
      Cumberland, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Raymond Banfer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cumberland, Maryland. Dr. Banfer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Banfer is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      Experienced in Friedreich Ataxia
      5601 Loch Raven Blvd, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeffrey Palmer is a Physiatrist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Palmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Friedreich Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Myositis, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Rhabdomyolysis, and Fasciotomy.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 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 Friedreich Ataxia 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 Friedreich Ataxia 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 Friedreich Ataxia 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 Friedreich Ataxia 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 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 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 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 Maryland, US?

      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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