The 20 Best Hereditary Ataxia Doctors in The United States

Find the Top Hereditary Ataxia Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 6141 doctor with experience in Hereditary Ataxia near The United States. Of these, 5534 are Experienced, 539 are Advanced, 61 are Distinguished and 5 are Elite.

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    Distinguished in Hereditary Ataxia
    Distinguished in Hereditary Ataxia

    Swedish Neuroscience Specialists - Movement Disorders

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Movement disorders are most effectively treated by adopting a multidisciplinary approach and closely collaborating with the patient, the family and other caregivers. Every member of the clinical team is invaluable in delivering high-quality, high-value care to patients and their families. Dr. Khemani is the Medical Director of the Movement Disorders Program within the Swedish Neuroscience Institute. Dr. Khemani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Orchiectomy. Dr. Khemani is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Khemani is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Aurora Neuroscience Innovation

    2801 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy, Ste 550, 
    Milwaukee, WI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Taylor Finseth is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Finseth is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Camptocormism, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, and Conversion Disorder. Dr. Finseth is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Elite in Hereditary Ataxia
    Elite in Hereditary Ataxia

    Office

    300 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Susan Perlman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Perlman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Friedreich Ataxia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy.

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    Elite in Hereditary Ataxia
    Elite in Hereditary Ataxia

    USF Dermatology Laboratory

    12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Theresa Zesiewicz is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Zesiewicz is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Ataxia, Friedreich Ataxia, Movement Disorders, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Elite in Hereditary Ataxia
    Elite in Hereditary Ataxia

    University Of Chicago Hospitals

    5758 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Gomez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gomez is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 6, Gastrostomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Elite in Hereditary Ataxia
    Elite in Hereditary Ataxia

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremy Schmahmann is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Schmahmann is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 76 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Gastrostomy.

    Elite in Hereditary Ataxia
    Elite in Hereditary Ataxia

    Albany Stratton Veterans Affairs Medical Center

    113 Holland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arnulf Koeppen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Albany, New York. Dr. Koeppen is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Friedreich Ataxia, Cerebelloolivary Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Hereditary Ataxia.

    Distinguished in Hereditary Ataxia
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Hereditary Ataxia
    Family Medicine

    Summit Medical Group- Tusculum Family Physicians

    555 Justis Dr, 
    Greeneville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Nickle is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Ataxia, Gitelman Syndrome, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Nickle is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Vanderbilt Medical Group- Teleneurology

    1161 21st Ave South, A-0118 Medical Center North, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Brown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Huntington Disease, and Hereditary Ataxia. Dr. Brown is board certified in  .

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Atrium Health Neurology Specialty Care, A Facility Of Carolinas Medical Center

    1010 Edgehill Road N., 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Danielle Doggett is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Doggett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Essential Tremor, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Doggett is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Doggett is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Internal Medicine | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Internal Medicine | Geriatrics

    Texas Health Adult Care

    2100 Hedgcoxe Road, Suite 100, 
    Plano, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Anthony is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics in Plano, Texas. Dr. Anthony is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Infant Hyperglycemia, Sitosterolemia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Ballad Health Medical Associates Neurology

    1406 Tusculum Boulevard, Suite 1200, 
    Greeneville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Hyder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Parkinson's Disease, and Movement Disorders. Dr. Hyder is board certified in  .

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Reading Hospital

    420 South 5th Avenue, 
    West Reading, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Khoshnoodi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis. Dr. Khoshnoodi is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Cardiology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Cardiology | Internal Medicine

    Reading Hospital Cardiology - West Reading

    301 S 7th Ave, Ste 2020, 
    West Reading, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Fibrillation, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Singh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology

    Ballad Health Medical Associates Neurology

    1406 Tusculum Boulevard, Suite 1200, 
    Greeneville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arvo Kanna, MD, became a neurologist because he was deeply fascinated by the complexities of the human brain. “My job is like piecing together a puzzle, where I use a patient’s medical history along with examination and tests to find an accurate diagnosis.” Dr. Kanna believes that a strong patient-physician relationship is one of the most important tools a doctor can have. “Creating a personal connection is essential,” he says. “It lets the patient know that you genuinely care.”. Dr. Kanna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, Absence Seizure, and Memory Loss. Dr. Kanna is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology

    Aurora St Luke's Medical Center

    2900 W Oklahoma Ave, 
    Milwaukee, WI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Teresa Lee is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Focal Dystonia, Essential Tremor, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Aurora Neurology

    3003 W Good Hope Rd, 
    Milwaukee, WI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathryn Gaines is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Gaines is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, and Meige Syndrome. Dr. Gaines is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Ballad Health Medical Associates Neurology

    16000 Johnston Memorial Drive, Suite 312, 
    Abingdon, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Shaena Blevins, MD, is a board-certified neurologist who practiced neurology in Gainesville, Georgia, for more than a decade. She loves her patients and, ""the long-term relationships and continuity of care that being a neurologist allows,"" she says. Dr. Blevins feels it is key to listen to her patients and their caregivers. She also believes, ""it is of utmost importance for my patients to understand their disease and treatment options."" Dr. Blevins and her husband are happy to be returning 'home' to the Appalachian Highlands to raise their children around family. Procedures". Dr. Blevins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Cerebellar Degeneration, Transverse Myelitis, and Memory Loss. Dr. Blevins is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology

    Advocate Medical Group Neurology

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 625/660, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Anibal Lugo is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Lugo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Headache, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Seizures. Dr. Lugo is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Cardiology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Cardiology | Internal Medicine

    OSF Cardiovascular Institute

    444 Roxbury Road, 
    Rockford, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Raksha Indorkar is a Cardiologist and an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Indorkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Atrial Fibrillation. Dr. Indorkar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and National Board Of Echocardiography.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Hereditary Ataxia doctor in The United States?

    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 Hereditary Ataxia doctor in The United States?

    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 Hereditary Ataxia doctors in The United States?

    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 Hereditary Ataxia doctors in The United States?

    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 Hereditary Ataxia doctor in The United States?

    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 Hereditary Ataxia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hereditary 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 Hereditary Ataxia doctor in The United States?

    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 Hereditary 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 Hereditary 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 Hereditary Ataxia doctors in The United States?

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

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