The 20 Best Lafora Disease Doctors Near Me in Morristown, NJ

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Lafora Disease near Morristown, NJ. Of these, 27 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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

    Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group

    95 Madison Avenue, Suite 306, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lorraine Lazar is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Lazar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Memory Loss. Dr. Lazar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Lazar is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group

    95 Madison Avenue, Suite 306, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric Segal is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Segal 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 Seizures, Epilepsy, Absence Seizure, and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS). Dr. Segal is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Segal is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease

    Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group

    95 Madison Avenue, Suite 306, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Preeti Puntambekar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Puntambekar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Puntambekar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Puntambekar is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease

    Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group

    95 Madison Avenue, Suite 306, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Politsky is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Politsky 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, Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome. Dr. Politsky is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Politsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Distinguished in Lafora Disease

    Institute Of Neurology

    200 South Orange Avenue, Suite 165, 
    Livingston, NJ 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Geller is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Livingston, New Jersey. Dr. Geller is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Epilepsy, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Geller is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Geller is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    The Neuroscience Center

    95 Madison Ave, Suite A06, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark S. Diamond, MD, is a neurologist with Atlantic Medical Group (AMG). Board-certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, he has more than 43 years of experience diagnosing and treating brain and nervous system disorders including migraines, strokes, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and sleep disorders such as narcolepsy. He is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to all patients and ensuring they are educated about their condition and treatment.After obtaining his Bachelor of Science in Zoology from University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland, Dr. Diamond earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, PA. He then performed an internal medicine residency at Beth Israel Medical Center, New York, NY, and a neurology residency at Mt. Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY, where he also served as chief resident. Prior to joining AMG, he was president of The Neuroscience Center of Northern NJ and was a clinical assistant professor of medicine, neurology, at University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ. He is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Diamond 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 Memory Loss, Secondary Parkinsonism, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Dr. Diamond is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Diamond is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Atlantic Medical Group Inpatient Only Morristown Medical Center Psychiatry

    55 Madison Avenue, Suite 400, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Catherine Heffner is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Heffner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Lafora Disease, and Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy. Dr. Heffner is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Heffner is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group

    95 Madison Avenue, Suite 306, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Firas Taha is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Taha 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 Seizures, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome. Dr. Taha is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Taha is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group

    290 Madison Avenue, Suite 5, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chelsea Earley is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Earley 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 Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Athetosis. Dr. Earley is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease

    Advocare LLC

    25 Lindsley Dr Ste 205, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Trevor Desouza is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Desouza is rated as an Advanced 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 Tourette Syndrome, Gerstmann Syndrome, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Lafora Disease.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease

    Institute Of Neurology And Neurosurgery

    200 South Orange Avenue, Suite 165, 
    Livingston, NJ 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andy Rodriguez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Livingston, New Jersey. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Rodriguez is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Rodriguez is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease

    Institute Of Neurology

    200 South Orange Avenue, Suite 165, 
    Livingston, NJ 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Aviva Bojko is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Livingston, New Jersey. Dr. Bojko is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features. Dr. Bojko is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Bojko is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Institute Of Neurology

    200 South Orange Avenue, Suite 165, 
    Livingston, NJ 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Aliza Alter is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Livingston, New Jersey. Dr. Alter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy. Dr. Alter is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Alter is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease

    Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group

    99 Beauvoir Avenue, Floor 5, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marcelo Lancman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Lancman is rated as an Advanced 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 Epilepsy, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Lancman is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Lancman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease

    Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group

    99 Beauvoir Avenue, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Enrique Feoli is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Feoli 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 Seizures, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Memory Loss, and Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE). Dr. Feoli is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Feoli is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Atlantic Medical Group Epilepsy Center

    99 Beauvoir Avenue, Floor 5, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ching Tsao, MD, FACNS, is a neurologist specializing in epilepsy with Atlantic Health.Board-certified in neurology and epilepsy by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, she has over 10 years of experience admitting, evaluating, diagnosing, treating, and providing consultation to adult patients with epilepsy. She is dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care to all patients.Dr. Tsao obtained a BA in Biology from Columbia University and obtained her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. She completed a neurology residency at New York Presbyterian Weill-Cornell and a fellowship in clinical neurophysiology, epilepsy track, at Emory University. Prior to joining Atlantic Health, she was an associate professor of neurology at Temple University Hospital. She also served as the program director of the neurology residency, co-director of the epilepsy monitoring unit, and co-director of the EEG lab at Temple University Health System.Dr. Tsao has authored articles and abstracts, delivered presentations at national meetings, and is a member of several prominent organizations such as the American Academy of Neurology, American Epilepsy Society, and American Clinical Neurophysiology Society. She is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Tsao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy. Dr. Tsao is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Distinguished in Lafora Disease

    North Jersey Neurologic Associates

    1680 Route 23, Suite 300, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennefer Monck is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Monck is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, and Lafora Disease. Dr. Monck is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Monck is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Distinguished in Lafora Disease

    North Jersey Neurologic Associates

    1680 Route 23, Suite 300, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Wagner is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Wagner is rated as a Distinguished 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 Memory Loss, Tension Headache, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Lafora Disease. Dr. Wagner is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Wagner is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Distinguished in Lafora Disease

    North Jersey Neurologic Associates

    1680 Route 23, Suite 300, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Annmarie Mascellino is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Mascellino is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Tension Headache, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy. Dr. Mascellino is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Mascellino is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology

    Morris Urology PC

    16 Pocono Rd Ste 205, 
    Denville, NJ 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fawad Mian is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Denville, New Jersey. Dr. Mian 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 Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, and Secondary Parkinsonism.

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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 Morristown, NJ?

    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 Morristown, NJ?

    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 Morristown, NJ?

    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 Morristown, NJ?

    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 Morristown, NJ?

    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 Morristown, NJ?

    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 Morristown, NJ?

    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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