The 20 Best Hereditary Ataxia Doctors Near Me in Massachusetts, US

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The 20 Best Hereditary Ataxia Doctors in Massachusetts, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 290 doctor with experience in Hereditary Ataxia near Massachusetts, US. Of these, 254 are Experienced, 31 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    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 in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Schmahmann is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Gastrostomy.

    Patricia E. Greenstein
    Distinguished in Hereditary Ataxia
    Distinguished in Hereditary Ataxia

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Neurology Department, 330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patricia Greenstein is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Greenstein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Cervical Myelopathy, Spastic Ataxia Charlevoix-Saguenay Type, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 28.

    Christopher D. Stephen
    Distinguished in Hereditary Ataxia
    Distinguished in Hereditary Ataxia

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Stephen is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Stephen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 27, Movement Disorders, and Tay-Sachs Disease.

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    David K. Simon
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Movement Disorders Clinic, 330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Simon is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Simon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Serotonin Syndrome, Hereditary Ataxia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Distinguished in Hereditary Ataxia
    Distinguished in Hereditary Ataxia

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anoopum Gupta is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gupta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Ataxia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 27, and Acute Cerebellar Ataxia.

    Distinguished in Hereditary Ataxia
    Distinguished in Hereditary Ataxia

    Hale Building For Transformative Medicine On BWH Main Campus

    60 Fenwood Rd, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vikram Khurana is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Khurana is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Multiple System Atrophy, and Hereditary Ataxia.

    Lan Luo
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Movement Disorders Clinic, 330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Offers Telehealth

    Lan Luo is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Luo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Striatonigral Degeneration Infantile, and Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia.

    Pushpa Narayanaswami
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, East/Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Tamil

    Pushpa Narayanaswami is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Narayanaswami is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Polymyositis, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, and Thymectomy.

    Jordan D. Paulson
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Brigham And Women's At South Shore Health

    55 Fogg Road, Emerson 150 South, 
    Weymouth, MA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jordan Paulson MD, is an Associate Neurologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He has expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease, Essential tremor and other Hyperkinetic movement disorders. He is involved in the deep brain stimulation program, evaluating and programming patients, and also performs Botox injections for Cervical and Facial Dystonias. Dr. Paulson completed his Medical School and Neurology Residency training at Georgetown University school of Medicine and Hospital. He has also completed Movement Disorders fellowships at UMASS Medical Center and The Lahey Clinic. Dr. Paulson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Essential Tremor, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

    Nathaniel Robbins
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Department Of Neurology

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4I, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathaniel Robbins is a Neurologist in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Robbins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Peripheral Neuropathy, Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis, and Andersen-Tawil Syndrome.

    Samuel A. Frank
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Movement Disorders Clinic, 330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Frank is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Frank is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Huntington Disease, Chorea, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Gastrostomy.

    Marc Fisher
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Neurology

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Fisher is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Fisher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Stroke, and Spastic Paraplegia Type 2.

    Robert J. Thomas
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 7, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Thomas is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Central Sleep Apnea, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Idiopathic Hypersomnia, and Irregular Sleep-Wake Syndrome.

    Calum A. Macrae
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Heart And Vascular Center

    70 Francis Street, Carl J. And Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Calum Archibald MacRae is Vice Chair for Scientific Innovation in the Department of Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH), a Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, and an expert member of BWH’s Cardiovascular Genetics Program, which comprehensively evaluates, diagnoses and manages care for inherited cardiac disorder patients. In addition, he is a leading investigator at the BWH Genomics Center and an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School.He received his medical degree from University of Edinburgh College of Medicine. He completed two internal medicine residency programs: one at Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging in London and the other at BWH. He then completed a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. MacRae is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.Dr. MacRae is a cardiologist and geneticist whose clinical interests include investigating new phenotypes and how research findings—including genomics discoveries—can be systematically implemented into clinical care. His research focuses on the biology and genomics of cardiovascular disease, specifically the biological basis of different arrhythmia susceptibilities. He holds five patents, has authored over 160 peer-reviewed publications and received research funding from the National Institutes of Health’s National Human Genome Research Institute. Dr. Macrae is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), and Cardiac Ablation.

    Jonathan M. Kolodny
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Internal Medicine

    BILHPC, Dedham/Westwood Family Medicine, 333 Elm Street

    333 Elm Street, Suite 220, 
    Dedham, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Kolodny is an Internal Medicine provider in Dedham, Massachusetts. Dr. Kolodny is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Colonoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Richard A. Hochman
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care, 1000 Broadway, Chelsea

    1000 Broadway, 
    Chelsea, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Hochman is an Internal Medicine provider in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Dr. Hochman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Diabetic Nephropathy, and Hypothyroidism.

    Allan H. Ropper
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allan H. Ropper, MD, is Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Ropper is an associate editor of the New England Journal of Medicine and a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and the American College of Physicians. He has over 150 publications and is an author of the most widely consulted textbook of neurology, Principles of Neurology, which is currently in its ninth edition. He is a longtime contributor to several major textbooks of medicine, including Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ropper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Transient Global Amnesia, Neurosyphilis, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Stiff Person Syndrome, and Thymectomy.

    Thomas M. Michel
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Thomas M. Michel is a cardiovascular medicine specialist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). In addition, he is a professor of medicine (Biochemistry) at Harvard Medical School (HMS) and the associate director of the Harvard/Massachusetts Institute of Technology MD-PhD Program.After graduating from Harvard College, he received his MD and PhD degrees from Duke University School of Medicine. He completed an internal medicine residency, a clinical cardiology fellowship and a genetics research fellowship at BWH. He is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.Dr. Michel’s clinical interests include general cardiology and ischemic heart disease. The author of over 160 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Michel’s research uses biochemical and cell biological approaches to understand signal transduction pathways in the cardiovascular system. His laboratory has studied endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS), a signaling enzyme involved in the control of vascular tone, myocardial contractibility and platelet aggregation. An active educator, he served as the dean for education at Harvard Medical School. For the past two decades, the National Institutes of Health has provided continuous funding for his research endeavors. Dr. Michel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Elizabeth M. Raynor
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Advanced in Hereditary Ataxia

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Raynor is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Raynor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Post Polio Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Hereditary Ataxia
    Cardiology

    Bridgewater Primary Care And Cardiology LLC

    711 W Center St, 
    West Bridgewater,, MA 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Terzian is a Cardiologist in West Bridgewater,, Massachusetts. Dr. Terzian has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ataxia. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, and Hereditary Ataxia.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see a Hereditary Ataxia doctor in Massachusetts, 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 Hereditary Ataxia doctor in Massachusetts, 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 Hereditary Ataxia doctors in Massachusetts, 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 Hereditary Ataxia doctors in Massachusetts, 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 Hereditary Ataxia doctor in Massachusetts, 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 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 Massachusetts, 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 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 Massachusetts, US?

    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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