The 20 Best Giant Axonal Neuropathy Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

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The 20 Best Giant Axonal Neuropathy Doctors near San Francisco, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Giant Axonal Neuropathy near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 17 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Caitlyn Painter
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Center For Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

    1500 Owens St., Suite 380, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Caitlyn Painter is a urogynecologist and female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgeon who specializes in treating pelvic floor disorders. Her expertise includes pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, urinary and rectal fistulas, and vaginal abnormalities present at birth. She is an osteopathic doctor with a special interest in the complex interactions of pelvic floor disorders, pelvic pain and musculoskeletal dysfunction. In her research, Painter has studied how to prevent and manage pelvic floor injuries that can occur during childbirth, looking particularly at the long-term physical and psychological consequences of obstetric anal sphincter injury. Painter earned her doctor of osteopathic medicine degree at Touro University California's College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Kaiser Permanente Oakland and a fellowship in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery through a joint program of Kaiser Permanente East Bay and UCSF. Dr. Painter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Loin Pain Hematuria Syndrome, and Vulvodynia.

    Nu C. Chai
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine

    Center For Pain Medicine

    520 Illinois St., 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Nu Chai, who goes by Cindy, is a neurologist and pain medicine physician who cares for patients with chronic pain conditions. She has a special interest in treating pain resulting from problems with the nervous system. Chai cares for patients who have neck and back pain, sciatica, disc herniations, headaches and many other conditions. She works closely with a team of specialists to recommend medications, physical therapy, psychological therapy and other complementary treatments. She provides a full range of interventional treatments, including epidural injections, joint injections, placement of neuromodulation devices (which send electric signals to control pain), nerve blocks (injecting an anesthetic to disrupt pain signals) and Botox injections. Chai has published numerous papers related to neuropathic pain, migraine and other headache conditions. Her current research focuses on finding new treatments for neuropathic pain conditions, such as lumbar radiculopathy (often called sciatica) and post-herpetic neuralgia (lasting pain that can follow a shingles outbreak). After earning her medical degree at Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine, Chai completed a residency in neurology at the Johns Hopkins Medical Center. She then completed a fellowship in pain management at UCSF. She is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American Pain Society and North American Neuromodulation Society. Dr. Chai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Neuralgia, Spinal Stenosis, and Shingles.

    Paul Su
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine

    Center For Pain Medicine

    520 Illinois St., 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Paul Su is a pain medicine physician and anesthesiologist who cares for patients with various pain conditions. Keeping each patient's needs and goals in mind, he tailors a comprehensive treatment plan that integrates physical rehabilitation, medication optimization, complementary medicine therapies, pain psychology and pain-relieving procedures. Su studies nervous system changes that occur after injury to better understand why neuropathic pain (nerve pain) occurs, with the goal of developing new treatments for chronic pain. Su earned his medical degree at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed a residency in anesthesiology and a fellowship in pain medicine at UCSF. Dr. Su is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Chronic Pain, Central Pain Syndrome, and Neuralgia.

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    Thoha M. Pham
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine

    Center For Pain Medicine

    520 Illinois St., 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thoha Pham is a Pain Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Pham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Acute Pain, Spinal Stenosis, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Dr. Pham is currently accepting new patients.

    Noriko T. Anderson
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy

    Brachial Neuritis Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Noriko Tei Boyd Anderson is a neurologist with a particular interest in caring for patients with brachial neuritis, a disorder affecting the nerves around the shoulder and arm. Anderson earned her medical degree from UCSF. She completed a residency in neurology at the University of California, Irvine, followed by a neuromuscular fellowship at UCSF. She also has a master of public health degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy, Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Brachial Plexopathy, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

    Sibel Demir
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Physiatry

    Spine Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A2300, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sibel Demir-Deviren is a physiatrist, a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation. She treats a wide range of conditions – from sore shoulders to spinal cord injuries – with the goal of restoring function. Her expertise includes musculoskeletal disorders, acute and chronic pain, interventional therapy for the spine, joint and soft tissue injections, and peripheral nerve blocks. In her research, Demir-Deviren assesses outcomes for patients who receive interventional spinal therapy. She is also interested in studying mechanisms involved in injury of intervertebral discs (the cushioning structures in between the vertebrae) and opioid-induced hyperalgesia (heightened response to pain). Demir-Deviren completed postdoctoral research in orthopedic surgery at UCSF, examining outcomes in patients with scoliosis, other spinal disorders, rheumatoid arthritis and Parkinson's disease. Dr. Demir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Scoliosis, and Neuralgia.

    Jeffrey W. Ralph
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Neuromuscular Clinic

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jeffrey W. Ralph is a neurologist who specializes in diseases of the nerve, muscle and neuromuscular transmission, the nerve activity that leads to muscle movement. He is an expert in the category of nerve damage called peripheral neuropathy, with a particular interest in neuropathies that result from immune system activity. In 2004, he became director of the Neuropathy Center at UCSF Medical Center, founded in part with funding from the Neuropathy Association. In addition to treating patients in the clinic, he performs electromyograms – diagnostic tests that record muscles' electrical activity – including such specialized tests as single-fiber electromyograms and multiple-channel recordings for analyzing abnormal muscle tone. Ralph completed a neurology residency as well as fellowships in neuromuscular medicine and clinical neurophysiology at UCSF. His research has addressed treatments for neuropathy caused by HIV and AIDS. Dr. Ralph is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome.

    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Bayspring Medical Group A Professional Corporation

    1199 Bush St Ste 500, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mona Orady is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Orady is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Endometriosis, Painful Menstrual Periods, Carney Complex, Solitary Fibrous Tumor, and Hysterectomy.

    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine

    University Of California San Francisco Medical Center

    2255 Post St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Pasvankas is a Pain Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Pasvankas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Acute Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Neuralgia.

    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine

    University Of California San Francisco Medical Center

    2255 Post St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Julian Motzkin is a Pain Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Motzkin has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Neuralgia, Femoral Nerve Dysfunction, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine

    Office

    520 Illinois St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Poree is a Pain Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Poree is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Neuralgia, Spinal Stenosis, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine

    Office

    520 Illinois St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Heidi Reetz is a primary care provider, practicing in Pain Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Reetz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Coccydynia, Neuralgia, and Fibrous Dysplasia.

    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy

    Office

    1500 Owens St Ste 200, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ninad Karandikar is a Physiatrist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Karandikar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Spinal Stenosis, Stroke, and Opisthotonos.

    Advanced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine

    Office

    5800 Hollis St Fl 3, 
    Emeryville, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Natacha Telusca is a Pain Medicine provider in Emeryville, California. Dr. Telusca has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Neuralgia, Femoral Nerve Dysfunction, and Pudendal Neuralgia.

    Distinguished in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Distinguished in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pediatric Neurology

    Pediatric Cardiology Clinic

    1300 S Eliseo Dr Ste 204, 
    Greenbrae, CA 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bethany Johnson is a Pediatric Neurologist in Greenbrae, California. Dr. Johnson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Giant Axonal Neuropathy, Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Concussion, and Migraine.

    Advanced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Advanced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy

    Selena Ellis M.D.

    3000 Colby St Ste 101, 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Selena Ellis is a Neurologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Ellis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Neuralgia, and Giant Axonal Neuropathy.

    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Anesthesiology
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Anesthesiology

    Comfort Clinic

    2999 Regent St, 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ardin Berger is an Anesthesiologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Berger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Giant Axonal Neuropathy, Wallerian Degeneration, Pudendal Neuralgia, and Femoral Nerve Dysfunction.

    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Family Medicine

    Eileen T. Consorti MD

    3000 Colby St Ste 201, 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roxanne Fiscella is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Berkeley, California. Dr. Fiscella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Chorea, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine

    Post Street Occupational Medicine PC

    2 Fifer Ave Ste 130, 
    Corte Madera, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ruben Kalra is a Pain Medicine provider in Corte Madera, California. Dr. Kalra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Chronic Pain, Neuralgia, and Sciatica.

    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Axonal Neuropathy
    Pain Medicine

    Marinhealth Spine Institute | A UCSF Health Clinic

    2 Bon Air Rd Ste 120, 
    Larkspur, CA 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramana Naidu is a Pain Medicine provider in Larkspur, California. Dr. Naidu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Axonal Neuropathy. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Pain, Acute Pain, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Giant Axonal Neuropathy?

    Giant axonal neuropathy is an inherited condition characterized by abnormally large and dysfunctional axons called giant axons. Axons are specialized extensions of nerve cells (neurons) that transmit nerve impulses. Symptoms of the disorder first become apparent in the peripheral nervous system, in which long axons connect the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system) to muscles and to sensory cells that detect sensations such as touch, pain, heat, and sound. However, axons in the central nervous system are affected as well.

    When should I see a Giant Axonal Neuropathy doctor near San Francisco, 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 Giant Axonal Neuropathy doctor near San Francisco, 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 Giant Axonal Neuropathy doctors near San Francisco, 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 Giant Axonal Neuropathy doctors near San Francisco, 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 Giant Axonal Neuropathy doctor near San Francisco, 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 Giant Axonal Neuropathy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Giant Axonal Neuropathy 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 Giant Axonal Neuropathy doctor near San Francisco, 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 Giant Axonal Neuropathy 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 Giant Axonal Neuropathy 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 Giant Axonal Neuropathy doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Giant Axonal Neuropathy 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 Giant Axonal Neuropathy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Giant Axonal Neuropathy 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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