The 20 Best Lafora Disease Doctors Near Me in san pedro, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in Lafora Disease near san pedro, CA. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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16 providers found
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Family Medicine

    Universal Care Inc. Dba Brand New Day

    200 Oceangate Ste 100, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Juan Pena is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Pena is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Obesity, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Pena is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Internal Medicine

    St. Isabel Family Medical Clinic Inc.

    1535 Lomita Blvd, 
    Harbor City, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maurice Bell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Harbor City, California. Dr. Bell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renovascular Hypertension, Enlarged Liver, Sepsis, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bell is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Majid Molaie, MD Inc

    28924 S Western Ave, 
    Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Majid Molaie is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Dr. Molaie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Movement Disorders. Dr. Molaie is board certified in American Board Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Molaie is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Permanente Parkview Medical Office - Neurology Department

    1050 West Pacific Coast Highway, 
    Harbor City, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Distasio is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Harbor City, California. Dr. Distasio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasticity, Memory Loss, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Seizures. Dr. Distasio is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology | Pediatrics | Psychiatry
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology | Pediatrics | Psychiatry
    Referral may be required

    Brain Md, Inc

    22617 Hawthorne Blvd, 
    Torrance, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sunitha Bharadia is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Torrance, California. Dr. Bharadia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency, Dopa-Responsive Dystonia, Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia, and Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID). Dr. Bharadia is board certified in American Board Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Irene A Malek MD

    2880 Atlantic Ave Ste 260, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicole Cobo is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Cobo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Chromosome 2 Uniparental Disomy, Temple Syndrome, and Mosaic Variegated Aneuploidy Syndrome. Dr. Cobo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Adult And Child Neuro Med Assoc

    2880 Atlantic Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jasmin Dao is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Dao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spasmus Nutans, Stereotypic Movement Disorder, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, and Migraine. Dr. Dao is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Adult And Child Neuro Med Assoc

    2880 Atlantic Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Dyes is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Dyes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, HNRNPH2-Related Disorder, Seizures, and Memory Loss. Dr. Dyes is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Adult And Child Neuro Med Assoc

    2880 Atlantic Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thanh Le is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Le is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Athetosis, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Migraine. Dr. Le is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required
    4201 Torrance Boulevard, Suite 260, 
    Torrance, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Farah Villanueva is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Torrance, California. Dr. Villanueva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Migraine, Seizures, and Trigeminal Neuralgia. Dr. Villanueva is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Family Medicine

    City Of Long Beach

    2525 Grand Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anissa Davis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Arachnoiditis, Stroke, and Cluster Headache.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral required

    Southland Neurologic Institute

    3747 Worsham Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nima Ramezan-Arab is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Ramezan-Arab is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Seizures, Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Ramezan-Arab is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Ramezan-Arab is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Southland Neurologic Institute

    3851 Katella Ave, 
    Los Alamitos, CA 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Omid Omidvar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Alamitos, California. Dr. Omidvar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Charles Bonnet Syndrome, Parkinson's Disease, and Movement Disorders. Dr. Omidvar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Southland Neurologic Institute

    3851 Katella Ave, 
    Los Alamitos, CA 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nirav Patel is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Alamitos, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Seizures, Alzheimer's Disease, and Migraine. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Family Medicine

    Office

    16809 Bellflower Blvd, 
    Bellflower, CA 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arnold Ling is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bellflower, California. Dr. Ling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schizoaffective Disorder, Sepsis, Dysgraphia, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Internal Medicine

    College Hospital Cerritos

    10802 College Pl, 
    Cerritos, CA 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kasey Kim is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cerritos, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Febrile Neutropenia, Obesity, Anemia, and Chronic Familial Neutropenia.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 near san pedro, CA?

    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 near san pedro, CA?

    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 Lafora Disease doctors near san pedro, CA?

    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 near san pedro, CA?

    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 near san pedro, CA?

    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 near san pedro, CA?

    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 near san pedro, CA?

    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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