The 20 Best Hereditary Hyperekplexia Doctors Near Me in Ohio, US

Find the Top Hereditary Hyperekplexia Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Hereditary Hyperekplexia near Ohio, US. Of these, 13 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    University Of Cincinnati Gardner Neuroscience Institute

    3113 Bellevue Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
    513-475-8730
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Offers Telehealth

    Alberto Espay is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Espay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 81 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Espay is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
    216-444-2200
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Feldman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Feldman is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Migraine, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Neuralgia. Dr. Feldman is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2019. Dr. Feldman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
    216-444-2200
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sidonie Ibrikji is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Ibrikji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis, Dysarthria, and Vertebral Artery Dissection. Dr. Ibrikji is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    1950 East 89th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
    216-444-8600
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Justin Abbatemarco is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Abbatemarco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Stiff Person Syndrome, and Optic Neuritis. Dr. Abbatemarco is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2019. Dr. Abbatemarco is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
    216-444-2200
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hubert Fernandez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Tardive Dyskinesia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Fernandez is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2009. Dr. Fernandez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required
    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
    443-787-6607
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jeffrey Lambe is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Lambe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Neurosarcoidosis, Optic Neuritis, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
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    9500 Euclid Ave # 23, 
    Cleveland, OH 
    216-444-2200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Albert Aboseif is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Aboseif is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Tumefactive Multiple Sclerosis, Encephalitis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease.

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
    216-445-1588
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Wilson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Wilson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Shapiro Syndrome, Dopamine Beta-Hydroxylase Deficiency, and Cold-Induced Sweating Syndrome. Dr. Wilson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required

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    4100 W 3rd St, 
    Dayton, OH 
    937-268-6511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Mark Rich is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Rich is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Amyotonia Congenita, Myotonia Congenita, Paramyotonia Congenita, and Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis.

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
    216-844-3192
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Aasef Shaikh is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Shaikh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brown Syndrome, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Torticollis, Focal Dystonia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Shaikh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2050 Kenny Rd Fl 7, 
    Columbus, OH 
    614-293-4969
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Kissel is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Kissel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Hyperekplexia. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Paramyotonia Congenita, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Thymectomy.

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
    216-444-8600
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Willis is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Willis is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Neuromyelitis Optica, and Optic Neuritis. Dr. Willis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Experienced in Hereditary Hyperekplexia
    Referral may be required

    Ohio State Outpatient Care New Albany

    6100 N Hamilton Rd, 
    Westerville, OH 
    614-814-8100
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Miriam Freimer is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Westerville, Ohio. Dr. Freimer is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Myasthenia Gravis, Inclusion Body Myositis, Dermatomyositis, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy. Dr. Freimer is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 Ohio, 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 Hyperekplexia doctor in Ohio, 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 do I find the best Hereditary Hyperekplexia doctor in Ohio, US?

    You can find a Hereditary Hyperekplexia doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Hereditary Hyperekplexia doctors in Ohio, 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 Hyperekplexia doctors in Ohio, 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 Hyperekplexia doctor in Ohio, 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 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 Ohio, 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 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 Ohio, US?

    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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