The 20 Best Lafora Disease Doctors Near Me in Baton Rouge, LA

Find the Top Lafora Disease Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/19/2026

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MediFind found 109 doctor with experience in Lafora Disease near Baton Rouge, LA. Of these, 93 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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109 providers found
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Internal Medicine

    WK Bossier Internal Medicine Diagnostic And Treatment Clinic

    2400 Hospital Dr Ste 420, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ariel Ton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Ton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Ton is currently accepting new patients.

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

    WK Pierremont Neurology Clinic

    1811 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 200, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chaitanya Amrutkar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Amrutkar 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 Migraine, Essential Tremor, Meige Syndrome, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Amrutkar is currently accepting new patients.

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

    WK Bossier Internal Medicine Diagnostic And Treatment Clinic

    2400 Hospital Dr Ste 420, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Attila Balogh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Balogh 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 High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Balogh is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Alexandria Neuro Center

    1010 Bayou Trace Dr, 
    Alexandria, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohamed Hajmurad is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Hajmurad is rated as a Distinguished 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 Seizures, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Lafora Disease, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome. Dr. Hajmurad is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Willis Knighton Neurology Bossier

    2400 Hospital Dr Ste 310, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sanjeevi Tivakaran is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Tivakaran is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Essential Tremor, Myasthenia Gravis, and Lafora Disease. Dr. Tivakaran is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Our Lady Of The Lake Physician Group Pain Management Ascension

    5247 Didesse Dr, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Angel-Acosta is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Angel-Acosta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome. Dr. Angel-Acosta is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    602 W Saint Peter St, 
    New Iberia, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    George Sagrera is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in New Iberia, Louisiana. Dr. Sagrera 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 Labyrinthitis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Endoscopy. Dr. Sagrera is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

    7373 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lara Falcon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Falcon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Falcon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Rite Aid Pharmacy 07313

    1710 N Airline Hwy, 
    Gonzales, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Downing-Perkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gonzales, Louisiana. Dr. Downing-Perkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Downing-Perkins is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Internal Medicine Clinic Of Lake Charles

    4345 Nelson Rd, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Hebert is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Hebert is rated as an Experienced 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 Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Hebert is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Iberia Comprehensive Community Health

    806 Jefferson Ter, 
    New Iberia, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Keith Ramsey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in New Iberia, Louisiana. Dr. Ramsey 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 Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Familial Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency. Dr. Ramsey is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Arshan Naalbandion & Riad Hajmurad

    1010 Bayou Trace Dr, 
    Alexandria, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Arsham Naalbandian is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Naalbandian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 10, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 2, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 6, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 14. Dr. Naalbandian is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Paradigm Health System

    64301 Highway 434, 
    Lacombe, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Houser is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lacombe, Louisiana. Dr. Houser is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Migraine, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome. Dr. Houser is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Neuro Care Of Louisiana LLC

    648 Crestwood Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Louisiana Creole French
    Accepting New Patients

    Nabil Azar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Azar is rated as an Advanced 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 Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Azar is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Willis Knighton Neurology Bossier

    2400 Hospital Dr Ste 310, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sachin Thorat is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Thorat is rated as an Advanced 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 Memory Loss, Essential Tremor, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, and Seizures. Dr. Thorat is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Our Lady Of The Lake Physician Group Pain Management Ascension

    5247 Didesse Dr, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Callerame is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Callerame is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Migraine, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy. Dr. Callerame is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Family Medicine

    Olol Physician Group

    5247 Didesse Dr, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sharon Jackson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Jackson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Migraine, Dravet Syndrome, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome. Dr. Jackson is currently accepting new patients.

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

    WK Pierremont Neurology Clinic

    1811 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 200, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Meghan Harris is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Harris is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 65 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Migraine, and Parkinson's Disease. Dr. Harris is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ochsner Health Center - Prairieville

    16220 Airline Hwy, 
    Prairieville, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Socrates Campusano is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Prairieville, Louisiana. Dr. Campusano 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 Seizures, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Campusano is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Campusano is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required
    9001 Summa Avenue, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Gaddis is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Gaddis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation Type 1, Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 09/19/2026

    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 Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Baton Rouge, LA?

    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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