The 20 Best Hereditary Hyperekplexia Doctors in Italy

Find the Top Hereditary Hyperekplexia Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 125 doctor with experience in Hereditary Hyperekplexia near Italy. Of these, 107 are Experienced and 18 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Filippo Brighina
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Filippo Brighina
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    Palermo, IT 

    Filippo Brighina practices practicing medicine in Palermo, Italy. Mr. Brighina is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Headache, Myasthenia Gravis, and Transthyretin Amyloidosis.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Alberto Vogrig
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Alberto Vogrig
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    Udine, IT 

    Alberto Vogrig practices practicing medicine in Udine, Italy. Mr. Vogrig is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Stiff Person Syndrome, and Thymectomy.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Vincenzo Di Stefano
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Vincenzo Di Stefano
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    Palermo, IT 

    Vincenzo Di Stefano practices practicing medicine in Palermo, Italy. Mr. Di Stefano is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Primary Amyloidosis, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy.

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    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Domenica I. Battaglia
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Domenica I. Battaglia
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    Rome, IT 

    Domenica Battaglia practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Ms. Battaglia is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dravet Syndrome, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Michela Quintiliani
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Michela Quintiliani
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    Rome, IT 

    Michela Quintiliani practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Ms. Quintiliani 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 Dravet Syndrome, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Hereditary Hyperekplexia.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Ilaria Contaldo
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Ilaria Contaldo
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    Rome, IT 

    Ilaria Contaldo practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Ms. Contaldo is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dravet Syndrome, Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, and Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Nicasio Rini
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Nicasio Rini
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    Palermo, IT 

    Nicasio Rini practices practicing medicine in Palermo, Italy. Mr. Rini 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 Stiff Person Syndrome, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Myasthenia Gravis, and Friedreich Ataxia.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Chiara Veredice
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Chiara Veredice
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    Rome, IT 

    Chiara Veredice practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Ms. Veredice 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 Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Dravet Syndrome, Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome, and Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Giulia Berzero
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Giulia Berzero
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    Milan, IT 

    Giulia Berzero practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Berzero is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, Encephalitis, Stiff Person Syndrome, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Grazia Crescimanno
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Grazia Crescimanno
    Referral may be required
    Palermo, IT 

    Grazia Crescimanno practices practicing medicine in Palermo, Italy. Ms. Crescimanno is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Pompe Disease, and Stiff Person Syndrome.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Giuseppe Cosentino
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Giuseppe Cosentino
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    Amadeo 42 Road, 
    Milan, IT 

    Giuseppe Cosentino practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Mr. Cosentino is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Multifocal Motor Neuropathy.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Rocco Liguori
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Rocco Liguori
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    Bologna, IT 

    Rocco Liguori practices practicing medicine in Bologna, Italy. Mr. Liguori is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 60 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Nerve Atrophy, Narcolepsy, Drowsiness, Autonomic Neuropathy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Marcello C. Romano
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Marcello C. Romano
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    Palermo, IT 

    Marcello Romano practices practicing medicine in Palermo, Italy. Mr. Romano is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Focal Dystonia, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Torticollis, and Stiff Person Syndrome.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Francesca Cavalcanti
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Francesca Cavalcanti
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    Cosenza, IT 

    Francesca Cavalcanti practices practicing medicine in Cosenza, Italy. Ms. Cavalcanti is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Friedreich Ataxia.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Nicola Specchio
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Nicola Specchio
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    Rome, IT 

    Nicola Specchio practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Ms. Specchio is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Myoclonic Epilepsy, CLN2 Disease, Seizures, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Marina Trivisano
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Marina Trivisano
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    Rome, IT 

    Marina Trivisano practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Ms. Trivisano is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, and CLN2 Disease.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Luigi Citrigno
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Luigi Citrigno
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    Mangone, IT 

    Luigi Citrigno practices practicing medicine in Mangone, Italy. Mr. Citrigno 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, Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis, Spastic Paraplegia Type 2, and Spastic Paraplegia Type 7.

    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Angelo Torrente
    Advanced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Angelo Torrente
    Referral may be required
    Palermo, IT 

    Angelo Torrente practices practicing medicine in Palermo, Italy. Mr. Torrente 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 Migraine, Headache, Stiff Person Syndrome, and Hereditary Hyperekplexia.

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Raffaele Falsaperla
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Raffaele Falsaperla
    Referral may be required
    Ferrara, IT 

    Raffaele Falsaperla practices practicing medicine in Ferrara, Italy. Mr. Falsaperla is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, Absence Seizure, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Rita Rinaldi
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia

    Rita Rinaldi
    Referral may be required

    St. Orsola Malpighi University Hospital

    Bologna, IT 

    Rita Rinaldi practices practicing medicine in Bologna, Italy. Ms. Rinaldi is rated as an Experienced 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 Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Mitochondrial Neurogastrointestinal Encephalopathy Disease, MELAS Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Liver Transplant.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    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 Italy?

    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 Italy?

    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 Italy?

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    How does MediFind rank Hereditary Hyperekplexia doctors in Italy?

    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 Italy?

    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 Italy?

    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 Italy?

    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 Italy?

    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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