The 20 Best HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy Doctors Near Me in Shizuoka, JP

Find the Top HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 24 doctor with experience in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy near Shizuoka, JP. Of these, 24 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Keiko Tamaki practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Ms. Tamaki is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spastic Paraparesis, Adult T-Cell Leukemia, Spasticity, and HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Kousuke Hanada practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Hanada is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. His clinical expertise encompasses HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy and Myelitis.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Chikushino-shi, JP 

    Yasuko Sagara practices practicing medicine in Chikushino-shi, Japan. Ms. Sagara is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Adult T-Cell Leukemia, Leukemia, HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, and Myelitis.

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    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    St. Mary's Hospital, 
    Kurume, JP 

    Hiroshi Shoji practices practicing medicine in Kurume, Japan. Mr. Shoji is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Herpes Zoster Oticus, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, Shingles, and Chickenpox.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Naruhiko Ogo practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Ogo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hemosiderosis, Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Toyoshi Yanagihara practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Yanagihara is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. They are also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pneumonia, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Reiko Yoneda practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Ms. Yoneda is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemosiderosis, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Relapsing Polychondritis, Colostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Hiroshi Yagi practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Yagi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses ABO Incompatibility, Pancreatic Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Nanakuma, JP 

    Yasushi Takamatsu practices practicing medicine in Nanakuma, Japan. Takamatsu is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. They are also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Febrile Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Adult T-Cell Leukemia, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Koji Matsuzaki practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Matsuzaki is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Adult T-Cell Leukemia, and Anemia.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Okawa, JP 

    Yuri Nakamura practices practicing medicine in Okawa, Japan. Nakamura is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Iizuka, JP 

    Maki Goto practices practicing medicine in Iizuka, Japan. Goto is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Endometriosis, Ovarian Cysts, Uterine Fibroids, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Oophorectomy.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Kitakyushu, JP 

    Eiji Shibata practices practicing medicine in Kitakyushu, Japan. Mr. Shibata is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chromosome 20 Trisomy, Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Morning Sickness, and Placenta Previa.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Takashige Maeyama practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Maeyama is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Rheumatoid Vasculitis, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Nanakuma, JP 

    Taichi Matsumoto practices practicing medicine in Nanakuma, Japan. Mr. Matsumoto is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Spastic Paraparesis, HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, and Orchiectomy.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Tatsuma Asoh practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Asoh is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hemosiderosis, Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Pleurisy, Tissue Biopsy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Iizuka, JP 

    Kazumasa Shirai practices practicing medicine in Iizuka, Japan. Shirai is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. Their clinical expertise encompasses HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Kitakyushu, JP 

    Hiroaki Adachi practices practicing medicine in Kitakyushu, Japan. Mr. Adachi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Muscle Atrophy, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Youko Suehiro practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Suehiro is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Adult T-Cell Leukemia, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Experienced in HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Hitomi Nakamura practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Ms. Nakamura is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Adult T-Cell Leukemia, Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Jaundice, and Cholestasis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy?

    HTLV-1 associated myelopathy/tropical spastic paraparesis (HAM/TSP) is a progressive disease of the nervous system that affects less than 2% of people with HTLV-1 infection. Signs and symptoms vary but may include slowly progressive weakness and spasticity of one or both legs, exaggerated reflexes, muscle contractions in the ankle, and lower back pain. Other features may include urinary incontinence and minor sensory changes, especially burning or prickling sensations and loss of vibration sense. The reason some people with HTLV-1 infection develop HAM/TSTP is not well understood.

    When should I see an HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy doctor in Shizuoka, JP?

    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 an HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy doctor in Shizuoka, JP?

    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 HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy doctors in Shizuoka, JP?

    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 HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy doctors in Shizuoka, JP?

    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 an HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy doctor in Shizuoka, JP?

    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 HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy 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 an HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy doctor in Shizuoka, JP?

    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 HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy 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 HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy 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 HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy doctors in Shizuoka, JP?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy 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 an HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy 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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