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    Last Updated: 01/09/2026

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    MediFind found 36 doctor with experience in Lafora Disease near Shizuoka, JP. Of these, 34 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    36 providers found
      Advanced in Lafora Disease

      Ayumi Sakata
      Advanced in Lafora Disease

      Ayumi Sakata
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Ayumi Sakata practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Ms. Sakata is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Seizures, Epilepsy, Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

      Advanced in Lafora Disease

      Yasunari Sakai
      Advanced in Lafora Disease

      Yasunari Sakai
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Yasunari Sakai practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Sakai is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Their top areas of expertise are Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Metatropic Dysplasia, Epilepsy in Children, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Yuri Sonoda
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Yuri Sonoda
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Yuri Sonoda practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Sonoda is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Their top areas of expertise are Myoclonic Epilepsy, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, CHARGE Syndrome, Lafora Disease, and Gastrostomy.

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      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Shouichi Ohga
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Shouichi Ohga
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Shouichi Ohga practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Ohga is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Their top areas of expertise are Protein C Deficiency, Aase Syndrome, Pure Red Cell Aplasia, Vitrectomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Yuko Ichimiya
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Yuko Ichimiya
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Yuko Ichimiya practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Ms. Ichimiya is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Aase Syndrome, Paris-Trousseau Thrombocytopenia, Jacobsen Syndrome, Epilepsy in Children, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Hiroshi Shigeto
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Hiroshi Shigeto
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Hiroshi Shigeto practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Shigeto is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Jun-ichi Kira
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Jun-ichi Kira
      Okawa, JP 

      Jun-ichi Kira practices in Okawa, Japan. Mr. Kira is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Optic Neuritis, and Thrombectomy.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Pin F. Chong
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Pin F. Chong
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Pin Chong practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Chong is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Their top areas of expertise are Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Myelitis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Eriko Watanabe
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Eriko Watanabe
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Eriko Watanabe practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Ms. Watanabe is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Lafora Disease, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Satoshi Akamine
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Satoshi Akamine
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Satoshi Akamine practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Akamine is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Osteopathia Striata Cranial Sclerosis, Spasmus Nutans, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Michiko Torio
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Michiko Torio
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Michiko Torio practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Ms. Torio is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Metatropic Dysplasia, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, and Schizencephaly.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Kenta Kajiwara
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Kenta Kajiwara
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Kenta Kajiwara practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Kajiwara is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Lafora Disease, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Satoru Ide
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Satoru Ide
      Kitakyushu, JP 

      Satoru Ide practices in Kitakyushu, Japan. Mr. Ide is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His top areas of expertise are Internal Carotid Agenesis, Major Depression, Parkinson's Disease, and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Takayuki Fujii
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Takayuki Fujii
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Takayuki Fujii practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Fujii is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His top areas of expertise are Neuralgia, Myelitis, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Myoclonic Epilepsy Associated With Ragged Red Fibers.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Kazumasa Okada
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Kazumasa Okada
      Kitakyushu, JP 

      Kazumasa Okada practices in Kitakyushu, Japan. Okada is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Their top areas of expertise are Transverse Myelitis, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, and Neuromyelitis Optica.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Yusuke Murakami
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Yusuke Murakami
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Yusuke Murakami practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Murakami is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His top areas of expertise are Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Akira Nakamizo
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Akira Nakamizo
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Akira Nakamizo practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Nakamizo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Their top areas of expertise are Moyamoya Disease, Meningioma, Schwannoma, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Masataka Ishimura
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Masataka Ishimura
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Masataka Ishimura practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Ishimura is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His top areas of expertise are Protein C Deficiency, Primary Immunodeficiency (PID), Infantile Neutropenia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Toru Iwaki
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Toru Iwaki
      Higashi, JP 

      Toru Iwaki practices in Higashi, Japan. Mr. Iwaki is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His top areas of expertise are Alpers-Huttenlocher Syndrome, Tumefactive Multiple Sclerosis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Transverse Myelitis.

      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Koji Yoshimoto
      Experienced in Lafora Disease

      Koji Yoshimoto
      Fukuoka, JP 

      Koji Yoshimoto practices in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Yoshimoto is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Oligodendroglioma, Astrocytoma, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Thrombectomy.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Lafora Disease?

      Lafora disease is an inherited, severe form of progressive myoclonus epilepsy. The condition most commonly begins with epileptic seizures in late childhood or adolescence. Other signs and symptoms include difficulty walking, muscle spasms (myoclonus) and dementia. Affected people also experience rapid cognitive deterioration that begins around the same time as the seizures. Most cases are caused by changes in either the EPM2A gene or the NHLRC1 gene and are inherited in an autosomal recessive manner.

      When should I see a Lafora Disease 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 a Lafora Disease 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 do I find the best Lafora Disease doctor in Shizuoka, JP?

      You can find a Lafora Disease doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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      How does MediFind rank Lafora Disease 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 Lafora Disease 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 a Lafora Disease 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 Lafora Disease doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Lafora Disease 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 Lafora Disease 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 Lafora Disease 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 Lafora Disease 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 Lafora Disease doctors in Shizuoka, JP?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Lafora Disease 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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