The 20 Best Lafora Disease Doctors Near Me in cutler bay, FL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 29 doctor with experience in Lafora Disease near cutler bay, FL. Of these, 23 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Dr. Alexander Lopez-Alvar
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Dr. Alexander Lopez-Alvar
    Internal Medicine

    Conviva Care Center Cutler Bay

    11000 SW 211th St, 
    Cutler Bay, FL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    305-254-1500
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Alexander Lopez-Alvar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cutler Bay, Florida. Dr. Lopez-Alvar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Pediatric Myocarditis.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Dr. Stuart K. Joseph
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Dr. Stuart K. Joseph
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    9299 SW 152nd St Ste 104, 
    Palmetto Bay, FL 
     (1.8 miles away)
    305-233-5760
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish
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    Stuart Joseph is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Palmetto Bay, Florida. Dr. Joseph 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 Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Crohn's Disease, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Joseph is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Dr. Kevin B. Fox
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Dr. Kevin B. Fox
    Family Medicine
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    10860 N Kendall Dr, 
    Miami, FL 
     (7.5 miles away)
    305-595-1300
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Kevin Fox is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Fox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Obesity, Cirrhosis, and Familial Hypertriglyceridemia. Dr. Fox is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
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    Office

    9055 SW 87th Ave Ste 100, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.5 miles away)
    305-596-2080
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Alberto Pinzon-Ardila is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Pinzon-Ardila is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Partial Seizure. Dr. Pinzon-Ardila is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
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    Office

    7330 SW 62nd Pl Ste 200, 
    South Miami, FL 
     (9.0 miles away)
    305-465-6378
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Paul Damski is a Neurologist practicing medicine in South Miami, Florida. Dr. Damski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), Transient Global Amnesia, and Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope. Dr. Damski is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
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    Office

    7000 SW 62nd Ave Ste 300, 
    South Miami, FL 
     (9.0 miles away)
    305-665-6501
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Bruce Kohrman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in South Miami, Florida. Dr. Kohrman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Axillary Nerve Dysfunction, Migraine, Optic Neuritis, and Memory Loss. Dr. Kohrman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
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    Office

    9055 SW 87th Ave Ste 100, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.5 miles away)
    305-596-2080
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Bernard Gran is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Gran 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 Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), and Seizures. Dr. Gran is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Neuro Emmaar Corp

    8353 SW 124th St Ste 208, 
    Miami, FL 
     (6.8 miles away)
    786-250-5607
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Evaristo Montalvo is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Montalvo 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 Primary Orthostatic Tremor, Cerebellar Degeneration, Dementia, and Essential Tremor.

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

    Office

    8940 N Kendall Dr Ste 802E, 
    Miami, FL 
     (7.2 miles away)
    305-595-4041
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Victor Faradji is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Faradji 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 Migraine, Tardive Dyskinesia, Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, and Thromboangiitis Obliterans. Dr. Faradji is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
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    Office

    8940 N Kendall Dr Ste 802E, 
    Miami, FL 
     (7.2 miles away)
    305-595-4041
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Steven Kobetz is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Kobetz 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 Cerebellar Degeneration, Memory Loss, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Migraine. Dr. Kobetz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
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    Office

    8940 N Kendall Dr Ste 802E, 
    Miami, FL 
     (7.2 miles away)
    305-595-4041
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    David Racher is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Racher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Tension Headache, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Dr. Marcy A. Galinsky
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Dr. Marcy A. Galinsky
    Family Medicine

    Office

    8700 N Kendall Dr Ste 105, 
    Miami, FL 
     (7.4 miles away)
    305-271-3373
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Marcy Galinsky is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Miami, Florida. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Galinsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Her clinical expertise encompasses Balanitis, High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Galinsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
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    Office

    925 NE 30th Ter Ste 306, 
    Homestead, FL 
     (8.1 miles away)
    305-245-4441
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    John Cintron is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Homestead, Florida. Dr. Cintron is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Thromboangiitis Obliterans, Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, and Headache. Dr. Cintron is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Dr. Suez Mingo
    Neurology
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Dr. Suez Mingo
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Sunset Neurological Group LLC

    7374 SW 93rd Ave Ste 201A, 
    Miami, FL 
     (8.4 miles away)
    786-753-7461
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Suez Mingo is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Mingo 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 Dysgraphia, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Alzheimer's Disease, and Dementia. Dr. Mingo is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    7000 SW 62nd Ave Ste 300, 
    South Miami, FL 
     (9.0 miles away)
    305-665-6501
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Victor Barredo is a Neurologist practicing medicine in South Miami, Florida. Dr. Barredo 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 Axillary Nerve Dysfunction, Migraine, Memory Loss, and Essential Tremor. Dr. Barredo is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    7000 SW 62nd Ave Ste 300, 
    South Miami, FL 
     (9.0 miles away)
    305-665-6501
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Simon Starosta-Rubinstein is a Neurologist practicing medicine in South Miami, Florida. Dr. Starosta-Rubinstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Secondary Parkinsonism, Axillary Nerve Dysfunction, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Essential Tremor. Dr. Starosta-Rubinstein is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    7000 SW 62nd Ave Ste 300, 
    South Miami, FL 
     (9.0 miles away)
    305-665-6501
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Christopher Jimenez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in South Miami, Florida. Dr. Jimenez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Axillary Nerve Dysfunction, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Transient Global Amnesia, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Dr. Jimenez is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required
    5555 Ponce De Leon Boulevard, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Kamil Detyniecki is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Detyniecki is rated as an Advanced 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, and Memory Loss. Dr. Detyniecki is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3659 S Miami Ave Ste 6003, 
    Miami, FL 
     (12.2 miles away)
    305-857-9996
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Albornoz is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Albornoz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Serotonin Syndrome, Memory Loss, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome. Dr. Albornoz is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Simon MD PA

    8700 W Flagler St Ste 420, 
    Miami, FL 
     (12.5 miles away)
    305-608-0656
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients

    Daisy Borroto is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Borroto is rated as an Advanced 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, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Thromboangiitis Obliterans. Dr. Borroto is currently accepting new patients.

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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 cutler bay, 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 cutler bay, 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 do I find the best Lafora Disease doctor near cutler bay, FL?

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    How does MediFind rank Lafora Disease doctors near cutler bay, 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 cutler bay, 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 cutler bay, 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 cutler bay, 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 cutler bay, 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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