The 20 Best Hereditary Hyperekplexia Doctors in Germany

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Last Updated: 11/08/2026

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MediFind found 178 doctor with experience in Hereditary Hyperekplexia near Germany. Of these, 142 are Experienced, 29 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Elite in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Josef Schneider Str. 11, 
    Wuerzburg, BY, DE 

    Carmen Villmann practices practicing medicine in Wuerzburg, Germany. Ms. Villmann is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Stiff Person Syndrome, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Multifocal Motor Neuropathy.

    Elite in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Elite in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Josef Schneider Str. 2, 
    Wuerzburg, BY, DE 

    Natascha Schaefer practices practicing medicine in Wuerzburg, Germany. Ms. Schaefer is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Stiff Person Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Spasticity.

    Distinguished in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Distinguished in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Josef Schneider Str. 11, 
    Wuerzburg, BY, DE 

    Claudia Sommer practices practicing medicine in Wuerzburg, Germany. Ms. Sommer is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Neuralgia, Fabry Disease, Pancreas Transplant, and Liver Transplant.

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    Distinguished in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Distinguished in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Wuerzburg, BY, DE 

    Georg Langlhofer practices practicing medicine in Wuerzburg, Germany. Mr. Langlhofer is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Hyperekplexia and Stiff Person Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Distinguished in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Erlanger Allee 101, 07747 Jena, Josef Schneider Str. 11, 
    Wuerzburg, BY, DE 

    Christian Geis practices practicing medicine in Wuerzburg, Germany. Mr. Geis is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Stiff Person Syndrome, and Hashimoto Thyroiditis.

    Distinguished in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Distinguished in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Heidelberg, BW, DE 

    H-m Meinck practices practicing medicine in Heidelberg, Germany. Meinck is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Stiff Person Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Palatal Myoclonus.

    Distinguished in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Distinguished in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Jena, TH, DE 

    Jonathan Wickel practices practicing medicine in Jena, Germany. Mr. Wickel is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Encephalitis, Hashimoto Thyroiditis, and Hereditary Hyperekplexia.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Großhaderner Str. 9, 
    Planegg, BY, DE 

    Franziska Thaler practices practicing medicine in Planegg, Germany. Ms. Thaler is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Stiff Person Syndrome, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, and Hashimoto Thyroiditis.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Josef Schneider Str. 11, 
    Wuerzburg, BY, DE 

    Andreas Weishaupt practices practicing medicine in Wuerzburg, Germany. Mr. Weishaupt is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Stiff Person Syndrome, Multifocal Motor Neuropathy, and CACH Syndrome.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Großhaderner Str. 9, 
    Planegg, BY, DE 

    Tania Kumpfel practices practicing medicine in Planegg, Germany. Ms. Kumpfel is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Neuromyelitis Optica, and Transverse Myelitis.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Josef Schneider Str. 11, 
    Wuerzburg, BY, DE 

    Kathrin Doppler practices practicing medicine in Wuerzburg, Germany. Ms. Doppler is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Muenster, NW, DE 

    Julien Park practices practicing medicine in Muenster, Germany. Mr. Park is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Niemann-Pick Disease.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Augsburg, BY, DE 

    Volker Eulenburg practices practicing medicine in Augsburg, Germany. Mr. Eulenburg is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Neuralgia, Chronic Pain, and Niemann-Pick Disease.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required
    Heidelberg, BW, DE 

    Hans-michael Meinck practices practicing medicine in Heidelberg, Germany. Meinck is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Encephalitis.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required
    Josef Schneider Str. 11, 
    Wuerzburg, BY, DE 

    Robert Blum practices practicing medicine in Wuerzburg, Germany. Mr. Blum is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Stiff Person Syndrome, Acute Pain, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required
    Wuerzburg, BY, DE 

    Anna-lena Wiessler practices practicing medicine in Wuerzburg, Germany. Ms. Wiessler is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome and Hereditary Hyperekplexia.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required
    Goettingen, NI, DE 

    Swen Hulsmann practices practicing medicine in Goettingen, Germany. Mr. Hulsmann is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Rett Syndrome, Pulmonary Edema, and Cerebral Hypoxia.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required

    St. Josef Hospital

    Bochum, NW, DE 

    Simon Faissner practices practicing medicine in Bochum, Germany. Mr. Faissner is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), CACH Syndrome, and Transverse Myelitis.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required
    Oberdürrbacher Str. 6, 
    Wuerzburg, BY, DE 

    Vera Rauschenberger practices practicing medicine in Wuerzburg, Germany. Ms. Rauschenberger is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Palatal Myoclonus.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required
    Albert Einstein Allee 11, 
    Ulm, BW, DE 

    Thomas Wirth practices practicing medicine in Ulm, Germany. Mr. Wirth is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy.

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    Last Updated: 11/08/2026

    What is the definition of Hereditary Hyperekplexia?

    Hereditary hyperekplexia is a condition in which affected infants have increased muscle tone (hypertonia) and an exaggerated startle reaction to unexpected stimuli, especially loud noises. Following the startle reaction, infants experience a brief period in which they are very rigid and unable to move. During these rigid periods, some infants stop breathing, which, if prolonged, can be fatal. Infants with hereditary hyperekplexia have hypertonia at all times, except when they are sleeping.

    When should I see a Hereditary Hyperekplexia doctor in Germany?

    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 Hyperekplexia doctor in Germany?

    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 do I find the best Hereditary Hyperekplexia doctor in Germany?

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    How does MediFind rank Hereditary Hyperekplexia doctors in Germany?

    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 Hyperekplexia doctors in Germany?

    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 Hyperekplexia doctor in Germany?

    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 Hyperekplexia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hereditary Hyperekplexia 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 Hyperekplexia doctor in Germany?

    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 Hyperekplexia 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 Hyperekplexia 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 Hyperekplexia doctors in Germany?

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

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