The 20 Best L1 Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Boston, MA

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The 20 Best L1 Syndrome Doctors near Boston, MA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 56 doctor with experience in L1 Syndrome near Boston, MA. Of these, 46 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Patricia E. Greenstein
    Advanced in L1 Syndrome
    Advanced in L1 Syndrome

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Neurology Department, 330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patricia Greenstein is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Greenstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Cervical Myelopathy, Spastic Ataxia Charlevoix-Saguenay Type, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 28.

    Lan Luo
    Advanced in L1 Syndrome
    Neurology
    Advanced in L1 Syndrome
    Neurology

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Movement Disorders Clinic, 330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Offers Telehealth

    Lan Luo is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Luo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Striatonigral Degeneration Infantile, and Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia.

    Elizabeth M. Raynor
    Advanced in L1 Syndrome
    Advanced in L1 Syndrome

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Raynor is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Raynor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Post Polio Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

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    Distinguished in L1 Syndrome
    Distinguished in L1 Syndrome

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremy Schmahmann is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Schmahmann is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Gastrostomy.

    Marc Fisher
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Neurology

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Fisher is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Fisher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Stroke, and Spastic Paraplegia Type 2.

    Pushpa Narayanaswami
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, East/Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Tamil

    Pushpa Narayanaswami is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Narayanaswami is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Polymyositis, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, and Thymectomy.

    Stephen E. Sallan
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    450 Brookline Avenue, Room 1642, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Sallan is a Pediatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Sallan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are NUT Carcinoma, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Leukemia, and Adult T-Cell Leukemia.

    Nutan Sharma
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nutan Sharma received an AB from Stanford University, and her MD and PHD from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. She competed a Neurology residency at Yale University, and a fellowship in movement disorders with Brad Hyman at MGH. She became an instructor in Neurology at Harvard medical School in 2001, attaining the rank of Associate Professor in 2011.  In 2001, Dr. Sharma established the first Dystonia Clinic for comprehensive care of patients with dystonia at the Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital.  In 2005, the International Movement Disorders Society honored Dr. Sharma for Excellence in Basic Science. She is also director of the Collaborative Center for the study of X-linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism (XDP), which funds research and medical care for those with XDP. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, Dopa-Responsive Dystonia, X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Atrius Health, Inc., 133 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Emily Coskun is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Coskun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Tension Headache, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Coral Stredny is a Pediatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Stredny is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Encephalitis, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in L1 Syndrome
    Advanced in L1 Syndrome

    Office

    300 1st Ave, 
    Charlestown, MA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Frankel is a Physiatrist in Charlestown, Massachusetts. Dr. Frankel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Cerebral Palsy, Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms.

    Advanced in L1 Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    Advanced in L1 Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Darius Ebrahimi-Fakhari is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ebrahimi-Fakhari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Vici Syndrome, Chorea, Troyer Syndrome, and Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome. Dr. Ebrahimi-Fakhari is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in L1 Syndrome
    Pediatric Orthopedics
    Advanced in L1 Syndrome
    Pediatric Orthopedics

    Orthopedic Center

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Fogelman is a Pediatric Orthopedics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Fogelman has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Cerebral Palsy, Spasticity, and Moebius Syndrome.

    Advanced in L1 Syndrome
    Pediatrics
    Advanced in L1 Syndrome
    Pediatrics

    Orthopedic Center

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Donna Nimec is a Pediatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Nimec is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Spasticity, and Hemiplegia.

    Advanced in L1 Syndrome
    Advanced in L1 Syndrome

    Department Of Neurology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Partha Ghosh is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ghosh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, and Amyotonia Congenita.

    Anthony Amato
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome

    Hale Building For Transformative Medicine On BWH Main Campus

    60 Fenwood Rd, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Amato is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Amato is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myositis, Polymyositis, Myositis, Thymectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Nathaniel Robbins
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Department Of Neurology

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4I, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathaniel Robbins is a Neurologist in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Robbins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Peripheral Neuropathy, Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis, and Andersen-Tawil Syndrome.

    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome

    Tufts Medicine Pediatrics Nephrology

    755 Washington St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Forman is a Physiatrist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Forman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Moebius Syndrome, and Hemiplegia.

    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Neurology

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Suma Babu is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Babu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

    Experienced in L1 Syndrome
    Experienced in L1 Syndrome

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Craig Blackstone is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Blackstone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of L1 Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Paraplegia, Spastic Paraplegia Type 2, and Spasticity.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of L1 Syndrome?

    L1 syndrome describes a group of conditions that primarily affect the nervous system and occur almost exclusively in males. These conditions vary in severity and include, from most severe to least, X-linked hydrocephalus with stenosis of the aqueduct of Sylvius (HSAS), MASA syndrome, spastic paraplegia type 1, and X-linked complicated corpus callosum agenesis.

    When should I see a L1 Syndrome doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 L1 Syndrome doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 L1 Syndrome doctors near Boston, MA?

    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 L1 Syndrome doctors near Boston, MA?

    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 L1 Syndrome doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 L1 Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different L1 Syndrome 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 L1 Syndrome doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 L1 Syndrome 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 L1 Syndrome 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 L1 Syndrome doctors near Boston, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the L1 Syndrome 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 L1 Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the L1 Syndrome 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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