The 20 Best Lafora Disease Doctors Near Me in Jacksonville, FL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Lafora Disease near Jacksonville, FL. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease

    Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville

    807 Children's Way, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Medicine runs in my family. Both of my parents were physicians (and role models) and my wife is a pediatrician and hospitalist at Wolfson Children’s Hospital. As a Nemours pediatric neurologist, I treat kids with a variety of medical problems involving the nervous system and brain. I enjoy educating families and making life a little easier for them. I’ve always enjoyed working with kids. I was a camp counselor when I was in college and medical school, and later a doctor at a camp for special needs kids. I like watching children grow and develop. Taking care of children is fun and rewarding. I feel strongly about helping children with neurological problems live up to their full potential. My passion is to educate kids and their parents, reassuring them that we’ll do whatever it takes to help make life as normal as possible. The children who come to me are often facing a serious condition that’s scary for the entire family. So more than making a difference medically, I always try to be compassionate and understand where they’re coming from, their anxieties, and concerns. I try to put myself in their place. Dr. Abram is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 141 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Absence Seizure, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, Seizures, and Memory Loss. Dr. Abram is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease

    Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville

    807 Children's Way, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I’m proud to lead the pediatric neurology division at Nemours Children’s Clinic, Jacksonville, and have a focus on treating children with epilepsy and other neurological conditions. I’m also active in helping train new doctors in how to care for children with neurologic disorders through a fellowship program with Mayo Clinic Florida. My work is all about caring for children who have neurological disorders like epilepsy. I focus on making their lives – and their families’ lives – better, so they can enjoy being children and pursue their own dreams. I had the honor of helping a child with intractable epilepsy become seizure-free after complicated epilepsy surgery. Watching her play soccer for her school was a gift I’ll always remember. Our scientific knowledge is increasing all the time, and so is our ability to address complex neurological issues. I enjoy seeing children with neurological disorders smile and lead full lives. It’s a blessing to help care for them, and I find it personally rewarding. Dr. Sheth is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Absence Seizure, Partial Familial Epilepsy, and Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. Dr. Sheth is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Uf Health Neurology-Jacksonville

    580 W 8th St # 9, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Suparna Krishnaiengar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Krishnaiengar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Uf Health Neurology-Jacksonville

    580 W 8th St # 9, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ramon Bautista is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Bautista is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville

    807 Children's Way, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janet Hart is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. She has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Hart 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 Insomnia, Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Sleepwalking (Somnambulism). Dr. Hart is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Southern Baptist Hospital Of Florida Inc

    800 Prudential Dr, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mohamad Chmayssani is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Chmayssani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Pediatric Neurology

    Nemours Childrens Clinic

    807 Childrens Way, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adam Rappoport is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Rappoport is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, Narcolepsy, Insomnia, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Office

    3 Shircliff Way Ste 724, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Omar Figueroa is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Figueroa 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 Memory Loss, Seizures, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, and Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Baptist Neurology Inc

    841 Prudential Dr Fl 10, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zhigao Huang is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Huang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Essential Tremor.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Pediatric Neurology

    Pediatric Neurology Of Jacksonville

    2601 University Blvd W, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rubina Bakerywala is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Bakerywala is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria, Coach Syndrome, VLDLR-Associated Cerebellar Hypoplasia, and Lissencephaly.

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

    Millennium Physician Group LLC

    7451 103rd St Ste 8, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Walters is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Walters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Lafora Disease, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy. Dr. Walters is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians. Dr. Walters is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease

    Hca Florida First Coast Neurology-Orange Park

    1825 Kingsley Ave Ste 190, 
    Orange Park, FL 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christine Pierre is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange Park, Florida. Dr. Pierre is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Subdural Hematoma, and Migraine.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Jacksonville Multispecialty Services LLC

    1825 Kingsley Ave Ste 170, 
    Orange Park, FL 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronnie Bond is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange Park, Florida. Dr. Bond is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal Crisis, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Bond is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    FL - Neuro Epilepsy

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Tatum is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Tatum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Mayo Clinic Hospital In Florida

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Sirven is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Sirven is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    FL - Neuro Epilepsy

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anteneh Feyissa is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Feyissa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Awake Craniotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Mayo Clinic Hospital In Florida

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Ritaccio is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Ritaccio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Awake Craniotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Clay Primary & Family Care LLC

    865 Blanding Blvd, 
    Orange Park, FL 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Massoud Moshiree is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Orange Park, Florida. Dr. Moshiree is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Sinusitis, Empyema, and Obesity in Children.

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

    Office

    1075 Oakleaf Plantation Pkwy Ste 108, 
    Orange Park, FL 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allison Butler is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orange Park, Florida. Dr. Butler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome, Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Obesity in Children.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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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