The 20 Best Hypotonia Doctors Near Me in Philadelphia, PA

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The 20 Best Hypotonia Doctors near Philadelphia, PA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 46 doctor with experience in Hypotonia near Philadelphia, PA. Of these, 33 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced, 2 are Elite and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Elite in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology
    Elite in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carsten Bonnemann is a Pediatric Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bonnemann is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, Tubular Aggregate Myopathy, Centronuclear Myopathy, and Gastrostomy.

    Elite in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Pulmonology
    Elite in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Pulmonology

    Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hakon Hakonarson is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hakonarson is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. His top areas of expertise are Hypotonia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Experienced in Hypotonia

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Emergency Medicine - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Haines is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. His top areas of expertise are Croup, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Diarrhea, and Asthma in Children.

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    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Advanced in Hypotonia

    Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Dowling is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dowling is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. His top areas of expertise are Tubular Aggregate Myopathy, Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, and Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis. Dr. Dowling is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hypotonia
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Distinguished in Hypotonia
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    34th St. & Civic Center Blvd, The Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia, Room 9nw55, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Bhoj is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bhoj is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. Her top areas of expertise are Hardikar Syndrome, Coffin-Siris Syndrome, Acheiropody, Hypotonia, and Myringotomy.

    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Neuroradiology

    Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Whitehead is a Neuroradiologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Whitehead is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. His top areas of expertise are Dandy-Walker Syndrome, Cortical Dysplasia, Epilepsy in Children, Cerebellar Hypoplasia, and Mastoidectomy.

    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology

    Childrens Health Care Associates Inc

    3401 Civic Ctr Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    France Fung is a Pediatric Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Absence Seizure, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Status Epilepticus.

    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Pediatrics

    Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hera Mahmood is a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mahmood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. Her top area of expertise is Hypotonia.

    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amanda Ackermann is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ackermann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. Her top areas of expertise are Micrognathia, Newborn Low Blood Sugar, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology
    Buerger Center, 3500 Civic Center Blvd., 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sonika Agarwal is a Pediatric Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Agarwal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. Her top areas of expertise are Corpus Callosum Agenesis, Cortical Dysplasia, Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration, Acrocallosal Syndrome, and Thrombectomy.

    Rhonda E. Schnur
    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Advanced in Hypotonia

    Cooper Pediatric Care At Sheridan Pavilion

    3 Cooper Plaza, Sheridan Pavilion, 
    Camden, NJ 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rhonda Schnur is a Pediatrics provider in Camden, New Jersey. Dr. Schnur has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. Her top areas of expertise are Aplasia Cutis Congenita, Ectodermal Dysplasias, Clouston Syndrome, and Increased Head Circumference.

    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics

    Childrens Health Care Associates Inc

    3401 Civic Ctr Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marni Falk is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Falk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. Her top areas of expertise are Leigh Syndrome, Kearns-Sayre Syndrome, Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia, MELAS Syndrome, and Spinal Fusion.

    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology

    Childrens Health Care Associates Inc

    3401 Civic Ctr Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adeline Vanderver is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Vanderver is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. Her top areas of expertise are Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome, Leukodystrophy, CACH Syndrome, Pol 3-Related Leukodystrophy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Pediatrics
    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Pediatrics

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ingo Helbig is a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Helbig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Spasmus Nutans.

    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    3401 Civic Center Blvd, Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia - Genetics, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elaine Zackai is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Zackai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. Her top areas of expertise are Micrognathia, DiGeorge Syndrome, Hardikar Syndrome, Myringotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Parith Wongkittichote is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wongkittichote is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. His top areas of expertise are Dihydrolipoamide Dehydrogenase Deficiency, Hypotonia, Glutaric Acidemia Type 1, and Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency.

    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Xilma Ortiz is a Pediatric Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ortiz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Hypotonia, Microcephaly Deafness Syndrome, and Microcephaly.

    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd Fl 10, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Marsh is a Pediatric Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Marsh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. His top areas of expertise are Rett Syndrome, Epilepsy, West Syndrome, and CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder.

    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Pediatric Neurology

    Trustees Of The University Of Pennsylvania

    3400 Spruce St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aileen Foley is a Pediatric Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Foley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. Her top areas of expertise are Collagen VI-Related Myopathy, Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, and Tubular Aggregate Myopathy.

    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Hypotonia
    Medical Genetics

    Penn Translational Medicine And Human Genetics

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 1st Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Staci Kallish is a Medical Genetics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kallish is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypotonia. Her top areas of expertise are Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Gaucher Disease Type 1, Fabry Disease, and Neurofibromatosis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Hypotonia?

    Hypotonia means decreased muscle tone.

    When should I see a Hypotonia doctor near Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Hypotonia doctor near Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Hypotonia doctors near Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Hypotonia doctors near Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Hypotonia doctor near Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Hypotonia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hypotonia 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 Hypotonia doctor near Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Hypotonia 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 Hypotonia 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 Hypotonia doctors near Philadelphia, PA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hypotonia 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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