The 20 Best Kuru Doctors Near Me

Find the Top Kuru Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 311 doctor with experience in Kuru. Of these, 209 are Experienced, 78 are Advanced, 17 are Distinguished and 7 are Elite.

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311 providers found
    Elite in Kuru
    Elite in Kuru
    Kosciuszki 4 St, 
    Lodz, LD, PL 

    Beata Sikorska practices practicing medicine in Lodz, Poland. Ms. Sikorska is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Kuru, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, and Dementia.

    Elite in Kuru
    Elite in Kuru
    6/8 Mazowiecka Str, 
    Lodz, LD, PL 

    Pawel Liberski practices practicing medicine in Lodz, Poland. Mr. Liberski is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kuru, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), and Microvascular Decompression.

    Elite in Kuru
    Elite in Kuru
    33 Cleveland Street, W1W 7FF, 
    London, ENG, GB 

    John Collinge practices practicing medicine in London, United Kingdom. Mr. Collinge is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kuru, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease.

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    Elite in Kuru
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Elite in Kuru
    Pulmonary Medicine

    3800 Reservoir Road Northwest PHC

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tunay Kuru is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kuru is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Kuru, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Pulmonary Hypertension, Hypovolemic Shock, and Gastrostomy.

    Elite in Kuru
    Elite in Kuru
    33 Cleveland Street, W1W 7FF, 
    London, ENG, GB 

    Simon Mead practices practicing medicine in London, United Kingdom. Mr. Mead is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Kuru, Dementia, Frontotemporal Dementia, and Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Kuru
    Elite in Kuru
    Nagakute, JP 

    Yasushi Iwasaki practices practicing medicine in Nagakute, Japan. Iwasaki is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. They are also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Kuru, Multiple System Atrophy, and Gastrostomy.

    Elite in Kuru
    Elite in Kuru
    JP 

    Atsushi Kobayashi practices practicing medicine in Japan. Mr. Kobayashi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kuru, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, and Dementia.

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Kuru
    Cardiology

    Providence St. Jude Medical Center

    101 E Valencia Mesa Dr, 
    Fullerton, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harry Peled is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Peled is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Heart Attack, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Distinguished in Kuru

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Appleby is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Appleby is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Kuru, Alzheimer's Disease, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Distinguished in Kuru
    JP 

    Tetsuyuki Kitamoto practices practicing medicine in Japan. Kitamoto is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, Kuru, and Dementia.

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Distinguished in Kuru
    Okazaki, JP 

    Mari Yoshida practices practicing medicine in Okazaki, Japan. Ms. Yoshida is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Corticobasal Degeneration, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Distinguished in Kuru
    Perth, WA, AU 

    Michael Alpers practices practicing medicine in Perth, Australia. Mr. Alpers is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kuru.

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Kuru
    Rheumatology

    3800 Reservoir Road Northwest PHC

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Virginia Steen is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Steen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Kuru, and Scleroma.

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Distinguished in Kuru
    Bologna, IT 

    Piero Parchi practices practicing medicine in Bologna, Italy. Mr. Parchi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Dementia, Kuru, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Distinguished in Kuru
    Nagakute, JP 

    Maya Mimuro practices practicing medicine in Nagakute, Japan. Ms. Mimuro is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Kuru, Multiple System Atrophy, Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Distinguished in Kuru
    Tauranga, BOP, NZ 

    Luciana Pelosi practices practicing medicine in Tauranga, New Zealand. Ms. Pelosi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Kuru, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Distinguished in Kuru
    Kanazawa, JP 

    Masahito Yamada practices practicing medicine in Kanazawa, Japan. Yamada is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. They are also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy, Dementia, and Kuru.

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Distinguished in Kuru
    London, ENG, GB 

    Jerome Whitfield practices practicing medicine in London, United Kingdom. Mr. Whitfield is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kuru and Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease.

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Distinguished in Kuru
    Nagakute, JP 

    Akio Akagi practices practicing medicine in Nagakute, Japan. Mr. Akagi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Kuru, Multiple System Atrophy, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

    Distinguished in Kuru
    Distinguished in Kuru
    33 Cleveland Street, W1W 7FF, 
    London, ENG, GB 

    Holger Hummerich practices practicing medicine in London, United Kingdom. Mr. Hummerich is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kuru. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kuru, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Dementia, and Retinoblastoma.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Kuru?

    Kuru is a disease of the nervous system.

    When should I see a Kuru doctor near me?

    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 Kuru doctor near me?

    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 Kuru doctors near me?

    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 Kuru doctors near me?

    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 Kuru doctor near me?

    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 Kuru doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Kuru 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 Kuru doctor near me?

    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 Kuru 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 Kuru 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 Kuru doctors near me?

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

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