The 20 Best Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia Doctors Near Me in Troy, MI

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 59 doctor with experience in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia near Troy, MI. Of these, 54 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Colorectal Surgery

    Colon Rectal Specialists

    595 Barclay Circle, Suite A, 
    Rochester Hills, MI 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jon Hain is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Rochester Hills, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 37 years. Dr. Hain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Crohn's Disease, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Hain is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Hain is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery

    Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital Acute Care Surgery - 44199 Dequindre Rd

    44199 Dequindre Road, Suite 315, 
    Troy, MI 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jonathan Lezotte is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 12 years. Dr. Lezotte is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypovolemic Shock, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Lezotte is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery and American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery. Dr. Lezotte is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery

    Premier Surgical Specialists PC

    1701 South Boulevard East, Suite 270, 
    Rochester Hills, MI 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Herman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rochester Hills, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 32 years. Dr. Herman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Herman is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Herman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery

    Premier Surgical Specialists PC

    1701 South Boulevard East, Suite 270, 
    Rochester Hills, MI 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nichole Urban is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rochester Hills, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Urban is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Choledocholithiasis, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Urban is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Urban is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    4600 Investment Dr # 260, 
    Troy, MI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Traci Kimbrough is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Kimbrough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sebaceous Adenoma, Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum, Syringoma, and Universal Acquired Melanosis. Dr. Kimbrough is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Dermatology

    Lifetime Dermatology

    215 East Big Beaver Road, Suite 200, 
    Troy, MI 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ann Hern is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 38 years. Dr. Hern is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome. Dr. Hern is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Dermatology

    Rochester Dermatology Clinic PC

    405 Barclay Circle, Suite 104, 
    Rochester Hills, MI 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julie Byrd is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Rochester Hills, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Byrd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus. Dr. Byrd is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Internal Medicine

    Rochester Internists PLLC

    2708 South Rochester Road, Suite A, 
    Rochester Hills, MI 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Fadi Demashkieh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rochester Hills, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 42 years. Dr. Demashkieh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, and Sinusitis. Dr. Demashkieh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Demashkieh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Internal Medicine

    Your Physicians PC

    441 South Livernois Road, Suite 280, 
    Rochester Hills, MI 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bengali, Hindi, Oriya, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sangita Pradhan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rochester Hills, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. Dr. Pradhan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Ureteroscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Pradhan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pradhan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Wound Treatment Clinic

    4949 Coolidge Highway, Suite Area, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    13+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Megan Tasker is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 13 years. Dr. Tasker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Tasker is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery. Dr. Tasker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia

    Karimipour Dermatology & Aesthetic Surgery

    43700 Woodward Avenue, Suite 110, 
    Bloomfield Hills, MI 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Darius Karimipour is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. Dr. Karimipour is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Systemic Capillary Leak Syndrome, and Actinic Keratosis. Dr. Karimipour is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology and American Board Of Dermatology. Dr. Karimipour is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Pediatric Surgery

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Office 307, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, American Sign Language, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathan Novotny is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Novotny is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Duodenal Atresia, Hernia, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Novotny is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Novotny is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery

    Anthony Iacco, MD, PLC

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Suite 204, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anthony Iacco is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Iacco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Iacco is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Iacco is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    General Surgery

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Pediatric Surgery

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Office 307, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients

    Begum Akay is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Akay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atresia of Small Intestine, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Duodenal Atresia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Akay is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, American Board Of Surgery, and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Akay is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Colorectal Surgery

    Oakland Colon & Rectal Associates

    1121 Crooks Road, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bradley Krasnick is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 12 years. Dr. Krasnick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Gallbladder Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Krasnick is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Krasnick is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Colorectal Surgery

    Oakland Colon & Rectal Associates

    1121 Crooks Road, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jason Shellnut is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Shellnut is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Fissure, Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Shellnut is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Shellnut is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    255 Kirts Blvd # 100, 
    Troy, MI 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Murakawa is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 34 years. Dr. Murakawa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 93 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, and Giant Congenital Nevus. Dr. Murakawa is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology and American Board Of Dermatology.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia

    Dermatopathology Laboratory

    1100 Owendale Dr Ste A, 
    Troy, MI 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Stephenson is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Stephenson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sebaceous Adenoma, Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum, Syringoma, and Basal Cell Skin Cancer.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Dermatology
    919 W University Dr # 100, 
    Rochester, MI 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Stutz is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 31 years. Dr. Stutz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Warts, Actinic Keratosis, Sunburn, and Comedones. Dr. Stutz is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology.

    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
    Dermatology

    Richard A Stone M.D. PLLC

    14460 Lakeside Cir Ste 100, 
    Sterling Heights, MI 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Stone is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Sterling Heights, Michigan. Dr. Stone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. His clinical expertise encompasses Warts, Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Actinic Keratosis, and Giant Congenital Nevus.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia?

    Hereditary mucoepithelial dysplasia (HMD) is a condition that affects the skin, hair, mucosa (areas of the body that are lined with mucus), gums (gingiva), eyes, nose and lungs. Symptoms begin in infancy and vary in severity from person to person. The most common symptoms of this condition include hair loss (alopecia), patchy red skin around the perineum (the area between the anus and external genitalia); and red gums. Small, skin-colored bumps (keratosis pilaris) and early development of cloudy lens (cataracts) are also common. Other symptoms may include eye disease that gets worse over time, lung disease and a rough, red tongue. Intelligence is normal. The exact cause of HMD is still unknown, but it is thought to be an abnormality in desmosomes and gap junctions, which are cell structures involved in cell-to-cell contact. HMD appears to be inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern, but has occurred in individuals with no family history of the condition. The diagnosis of HMD is based on the symptoms and other skin and eye disorders need to be excluded.

    When should I see a Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia doctor near Troy, MI?

    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 Mucoepithelial Dysplasia doctor near Troy, MI?

    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 Mucoepithelial Dysplasia doctors near Troy, MI?

    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 Mucoepithelial Dysplasia doctors near Troy, MI?

    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 Mucoepithelial Dysplasia doctor near Troy, MI?

    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 Mucoepithelial Dysplasia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia 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 Mucoepithelial Dysplasia doctor near Troy, MI?

    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 Mucoepithelial Dysplasia 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 Mucoepithelial Dysplasia 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 Mucoepithelial Dysplasia doctors near Troy, MI?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia 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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