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    MediFind found 32 doctor with experience in Hemimegalencephaly near California, US. Of these, 16 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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      Elite in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery
      Elite in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery | General Surgery
      300 Medical Plz, #200, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gary Mathern is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Mathern is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Hemimegalencephaly, Cortical Dysplasia, Increased Head Circumference, and Epilepsy.

      Distinguished in Hemimegalencephaly
      Distinguished in Hemimegalencephaly

      Office

      730 Welch Rd Ste 206, 
      Palo Alto, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brenda Porter is a Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Porter is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Tuberous Sclerosis, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Epilepsy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Distinguished in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery
      Distinguished in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      300 Stein Plz, Suite 420, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Experience:
      18+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Aria Fallah is a Neurosurgery provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Fallah has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Hemimegalencephaly, Seizures, Rhizotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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      Distinguished in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics
      Distinguished in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics
      8010 Frost St, Suite 510, 
      San Diego, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Gleeson is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Gleeson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, Microcephaly, Cortical Dysplasia, and Cerebellar Hypoplasia.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics
      455 S Main St, 
      Orange, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Amanda Fernandez is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Aphantasia, and Microcephaly.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurology
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurology

      Stanford Medicine Children's Health Specialty Services-Menlo Park-Pediatric Stroke Care

      321 Middlefield Rd Ste 225, 
      Menlo Park, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Hyunmi Kim is a Neurologist in Menlo Park, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Absence Seizure, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Epilepsy in Children.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly

      Stanford Rehabilitation Clinic

      730 Welch Rd, 
      Palo Alto, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Gallentine is a Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Gallentine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Seizures, Status Epilepticus, and Absence Seizure.

      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery | Pediatric Neurology
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery | Pediatric Neurology
      505 South Main Street, Suite 300, 
      Orange, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joffre Olaya is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist in Orange, California. Dr. Olaya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Syringobulbia, Seizures, Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Posterior Fossa Decompression. Dr. Olaya is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurology
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurology

      Office

      505 Parnassus Ave # M798, 
      San Francisco, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Maria Cilio is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cilio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures.

      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology
      1201 West La Veta Avenue, 
      Orange, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Donald Phillips is a Pediatric Neurologist in Orange, California. Dr. Phillips is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Epilepsy, and Seizures. Dr. Phillips is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology
      757 Westwood Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Hiroki Nariai is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Nariai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Epilepsy, Seizures, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatrics | Neurology
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatrics | Neurology
      7117 Brockton Ave, 
      Riverside, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Saito is a Pediatrics specialist and a Neurologist in Riverside, California. Dr. Saito is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Hemimegalencephaly, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Auditory Processing Disorder, and Developmental Expressive Language Disorder.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      2880 Atlantic Ave Ste 260, 
      Long Beach, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jacqueline Ngo is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Long Beach, California. Dr. Ngo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Hemimegalencephaly, Increased Head Circumference, Cortical Dysplasia, and Epilepsy.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology
      725 Welch Rd, 
      Palo Alto, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Fiona Baumer is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Baumer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Seizures, Photosensitive Epilepsy, and West Syndrome.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      4650 Sunset Blvd., Ms# 82, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Wendy Mitchell is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Hemimegalencephaly, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dravet Syndrome, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery
      300 Pasteur Dr, 
      Stanford, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gerald Grant is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Grant is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 2, Medulloblastoma, Syringomyelia, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Osteotomy.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly

      University Of California San Francisco

      505 Parnassus Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Anthony Barkovich is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Barkovich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Hypoplasia, Polymicrogyria, Cortical Dysplasia, and Meningioma.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery
      300 Pasteur Dr Rm 211, 
      Stanford, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kelly Mahaney is a Neurosurgery provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Mahaney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation, Craniosynostosis, Plagiocephaly, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      725 Welch Rd, 
      Palo Alto, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Cynthia Campen is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Campen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Medulloblastoma, and Optic Glioma.

      Courtney J. Wusthoff
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics
      4860 Y Street, Suite 3700, Neurology, 
      Sacramento, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Courtney Wusthoff is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Sacramento, California. Dr. Wusthoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, West Syndrome, and Absence Seizure.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      What is the definition of Hemimegalencephaly?

      Hemimegalencephaly is a rare malformation involving one side of the brain. It may occur alone or in association with other syndromes such as Proteus syndrome, tuberous sclerosis, linear sebaceous nevus syndrome, neurofibromatosis, Sturge-Weber syndrome, or Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome. Children with this disorder may have a large, asymmetrical head accompanied by seizures, partial paralysis, and impaired cognitive development. The cause of Hemimegalencephaly is not fully understood, but involves a disturbance of cells early in development and likely involves genes involved in patterning and symmetry.

      When should I see a Hemimegalencephaly doctor in California, 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 Hemimegalencephaly doctor in California, 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 Hemimegalencephaly doctors in California, 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 Hemimegalencephaly doctors in California, 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 Hemimegalencephaly doctor in California, 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 Hemimegalencephaly doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hemimegalencephaly 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 Hemimegalencephaly doctor in California, 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 Hemimegalencephaly 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 Hemimegalencephaly 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 Hemimegalencephaly doctors in California, US?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hemimegalencephaly 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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