The 20 Best Hereditary Ataxia Doctors Near Me in Stanford, CA

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The 20 Best Hereditary Ataxia Doctors near Stanford, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 56 doctor with experience in Hereditary Ataxia near Stanford, CA. Of these, 47 are Experienced and 9 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Sleep Medicine

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michelle Cao is a Sleep Medicine provider in Stanford, California. Dr. Cao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Hereditary Ataxia, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.

    Lakshmi Leishangthem
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology | Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology | Ophthalmology

    Palo Alto Center

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lakshmi Leishangthem is a Neurologist and an Ophthalmologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Leishangthem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Horner Syndrome, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Leishangthem is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology

    Office

    453 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Felix Chang is a Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Chang has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Brain Stem Cancer, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Posterior Fossa Tumor.

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    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford

    725 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto,, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marlene Rabinovitch is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Palo Alto,, California. Dr. Rabinovitch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Pulmonary Hypertension, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS).

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology

    Stanford Rehabilitation Clinic

    730 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jenna Klotz is a Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Klotz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Dysferlinopathy, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Seizures, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology

    Outpatient Neurologic Rehabilitation Program

    213 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lucas Kipp is a Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Kipp has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Transverse Myelitis, Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Cardiology

    Office

    14690 Manuella Rd, 
    Los Altos Hills,, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Milner is a Cardiologist in Los Altos Hills,, California. Dr. Milner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top area of expertise is Hereditary Ataxia.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Dermatology

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Oro is a Dermatologist in Redwood City, California. Dr. Oro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Nevoid Basal Cell Carcinoma Syndrome, Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome, and Malignant Hypertension.

    Jamie Mcdonald
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr Rm H3160, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jamie Mcdonald is a Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Mcdonald has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Transverse Myelitis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease.

    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marie Beaudin is a Neurologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Beaudin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Hereditary Ataxia, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    801 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristen Steenerson is a Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Steenerson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Migraine, and Meniere Disease.

    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Outpatient Neurologic Rehabilitation Program

    213 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jacinda Sampson is a Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Sampson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Oculodentodigital Dysplasia, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, Myotonic Dystrophy, Paramyotonia Congenita, and Thymectomy.

    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology

    Outpatient Neurologic Rehabilitation Program

    213 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sharon Sha is a Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Sha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Memory Loss, and Dementia.

    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Outpatient Neurologic Rehabilitation Program

    213 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laurice Yang is a Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Yang has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Dry Mouth, and Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency.

    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Outpatient Neurologic Rehabilitation Program

    213 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hengameh Kargaran is a Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Kargaran has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are REM Behavior Disorder, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency, and Dopa-Responsive Dystonia.

    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    730 Welch Rd Ste 206, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Mackenzie is a Pediatric Neurologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Mackenzie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Tourette Syndrome, Conversion Disorder, Chorea, and Spasmus Nutans.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr Rm R211, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr # A175, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rachelle Dugue is a Neurologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Dugue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Meningitis, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Mcintire is a Neurologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Mcintire is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Peripheral Neuropathy, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease.

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Recht is a Neurologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Recht is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see a Hereditary Ataxia doctor near Stanford, 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 Hereditary Ataxia doctor near Stanford, 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 Hereditary Ataxia doctors near Stanford, 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 Hereditary Ataxia doctors near Stanford, 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 Hereditary Ataxia doctor near Stanford, 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 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 near Stanford, 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 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 near Stanford, CA?

    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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