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    MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Hemimegalencephaly near Florida, US. Of these, 9 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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      George Jallo
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

      601 5th Street South, Suite 500, Suite 500, 
      Saint Petersburg, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Aramaic, French
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Jallo is the vice dean and physician-in-chief at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital. He also is the David M. Goldenberg Family Endowed Chair in the Institute for Brain Protection Sciences and a professor of neurosurgery, pediatrics and oncology with Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Jallo joined Johns Hopkins in 2003 as a pediatric neurosurgeon. In 2013, he became the pediatric neurosurgery division director at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. Dr. Jallo moved to Johns Hopkins All Children's in 2015 to launch the Institute for Brain Protection Sciences, a multidisciplinary institute that unites clinicians, researchers and educators focused on promoting optimal neurodevelopment and caring for children with injuries and illnesses that can affect the brain. His areas of expertise include tumors of the brain and spinal cord, intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring for eloquent tumors, use of minimally invasive technologies such as endoscopy and keyhole surgery and surgical treatment of epilepsy. Dr. Jallo has published more than 245 peer-reviewed scientific articles, 89 book chapters and is co-editor of five textbooks on pediatric neurosurgery, pediatric epilepsy surgery and neuroendoscopy. In addition, Dr. Jallo has been principal investigator for NIH and private foundation grants focused on treatment of pediatric central nervous system tumors and other neurosurgical challenges. Dr. Jallo earned his medical degree at the University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency in neurosurgery at New York University Medical Center and fellowship in pediatric neurosurgery at Beth Israel Medical Center, Institute for Neurology and Neurosurgery, in New York. Dr. Jallo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Ependymoma, Spinal Tumor, Subependymoma, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy.

      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology

      Nemours Childrens Clinic

      807 Childrens Way, 
      Jacksonville, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Harry Abram is a Pediatric Neurologist in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Abram is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Absence Seizure, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, Seizures, and Memory Loss.

      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly

      Mayo Clinic Jacksonville

      4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
      Jacksonville, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Seyed Mirsattari is a Neurologist in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Mirsattari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Absence Seizure, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Mirsattari is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Advanced in Hemimegalencephaly

      Nemours Childrens Clinic

      807 Childrens Way, 
      Jacksonville, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Fernando Galan is a Neurologist in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Galan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Myoclonic Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Absence Seizure.

      Matthew D. Smyth
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      General Surgery

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

      Saint Petersburg, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Smyth is chief of the pediatric neurosurgery division at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital and director of the pediatric neurosurgery fellowship program. His specialties include pediatric neurosurgery, with sub-specialization in pediatric epilepsy surgery and craniofacial surgery with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques. In addition, Dr. Smyth is a professor of neurosurgery in the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Before joining the Johns Hopkins All Children’s medical staff, Dr. Smyth was the Appoline Blair Professor of Neurological Surgery and Pediatrics at St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Dr. Smyth earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. He completed a general surgery internship in the Department of Surgery at the University of California, Irvine. He then completed a residency in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of California in San Francisco, where he was chief resident. Dr. Smyth completed a pediatric neurosurgery fellowship at the Children’s Hospital of Alabama, Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Smyth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy.

      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      807 Childrens Way, 
      Jacksonville, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Alexandra Beier is a Neurosurgery provider in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Beier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Plagiocephaly, Hydrocephalus, Tethered Cord Syndrome, and Laminectomy. Dr. Beier is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery
      3100 Sw 62nd Ave, 
      Miami, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Ragheb is a Neurosurgery provider in Miami, Florida. Dr. Ragheb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Osteotomy.

      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery

      University Of Miami

      1475 Nw 12th Ave, 
      Miami, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ashish Shah is a Neurosurgery provider in Miami, Florida. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Osteotomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      836 Prudential Dr, Suite 1205, 
      Jacksonville, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nathan Ranalli is a Neurosurgery provider in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Ranalli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Subependymal Nodular Heterotopia, Plagiocephaly, Craniosynostosis, and Hemimegalencephaly. Dr. Ranalli is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Neurosurgery | Pediatrics

      Florida Hospital Medical Group Inc

      601 E Rollins St, 
      Orlando, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Shelly Wang is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Epilepsy, Seizures, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Sleep Medicine | Neurology
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Sleep Medicine | Neurology
      807 Childrens Way, 
      Jacksonville, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Erick Viorritto is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Viorritto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Tourette Syndrome, Coach Syndrome, Lissencephaly 2, and Lissencephaly. Dr. Viorritto is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Experienced in Hemimegalencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      1245 W Fairbanks Ave Ste 305, 
      Winter Park, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ronald Davis is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Winter Park, Florida. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemimegalencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Seizures, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Dravet Syndrome. Dr. Davis is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Florida, 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 Florida, 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 Florida, 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 Florida, 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 Florida, 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 Florida, 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 Florida, 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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