The 20 Best Lafora Disease Doctors Near Me in monroe township, NJ

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 35 doctor with experience in Lafora Disease near monroe township, NJ. Of these, 30 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required
    1463 Finnegan Ln, Unit E, 
    North Brunswick, NJ 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nataria Pitiyanuvath is a Neurologist practicing medicine in North Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Pitiyanuvath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Hemiplegia. Dr. Pitiyanuvath is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Pitiyanuvath is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Penn Princeton Primary Care East Windsor

    339 Princeton Hightstown Road, Building A, 
    East Windsor, NJ 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raul Valcarcel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in East Windsor, New Jersey. Dr. Valcarcel 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 Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Valcarcel is board certified in Internal Medicine, 1990. Dr. Valcarcel is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Epilepsy And Neurology Group

    901 West Main Street, Suite 260, 
    Freehold, NJ 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Megdad Zaatreh is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Freehold, New Jersey. Dr. Zaatreh 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, Seizures, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome. Dr. Zaatreh is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Zaatreh is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Inga Friedman, MD

    6 Cornwall Court, Suite E, 
    East Brunswick, NJ 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yan Lupyan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in East Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Lupyan is rated as an Advanced 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 Orthostatic Hypotension, Low Blood Pressure, Headache, and Familial Porencephaly. Dr. Lupyan is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

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

    Edison Neurologic Associates

    34-36 Progress Street, Suite B3, 
    Edison, NJ 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Dipakkumar Pandya is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Edison, New Jersey. Dr. Pandya is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Dravet Syndrome, Memory Loss, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy. Dr. Pandya is currently accepting new patients.

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

    William Wasserstrom, MD

    F1 Brier Hill Ct, 
    East Brunswick, NJ 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients

    William Wasserstrom is a Neurologist practicing medicine in East Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Wasserstrom 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 Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy, and West Syndrome. Dr. Wasserstrom is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Jersey Neurocare Associates

    14 Woodward Drive, Suite A, 
    Old Bridge, NJ 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Padmarekha Rao is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Old Bridge, New Jersey. Dr. Rao 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 Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Migraine, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Haodong Song MD PC

    2698 Highway 516 Ste D, 
    Old Bridge, NJ 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Haodong Song is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Old Bridge, New Jersey. Dr. Song 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 Memory Loss, Focal Dystonia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Migraine. Dr. Song is currently accepting new patients.

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

    HMH - Neurology - Freehold

    501 Iron Bridge Road, Suite 3, 
    Freehold, NJ 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Frank is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Freehold, New Jersey. Dr. Frank 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 Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Frank is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Frank is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Caring Neurology

    77 Schanck Road, Suite B11, 
    Freehold, NJ 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vasko Gulevski is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Freehold, New Jersey. Dr. Gulevski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Migraine, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Dr. Gulevski is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Gulevski is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Prime Internal Medicine

    901 West Main Street, Suite 240, 
    Freehold Township, NJ 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Fiolakemi Sowemimo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Freehold Township, New Jersey. Dr. Sowemimo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Her clinical expertise encompasses Delayed Growth, Dravet Syndrome, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), and Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT). Dr. Sowemimo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sowemimo is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Amor Mehta MD - Neurology Center For Epilepsy And Seizures LLC

    479 County Road 520, Suite B101, 
    Marlboro, NJ 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amor Mehta is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Marlboro, New Jersey. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Epilepsy. Dr. Mehta is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Mehta is currently accepting new patients.

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

    HMH - Neurology - Freehold

    501 Iron Bridge Road, Suite 3, 
    Freehold, NJ 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Susan Lage is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Freehold, New Jersey. Dr. Lage 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 Lyme Disease, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, and Hydrocephalus. Dr. Lage is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Neurology And Psychi and American Osteopathic Board Of Neurology & Psychiatry. Dr. Lage is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Neurology Center For Epilepsy And Seizures

    479 County Route 520, Building B, Suite B101, 
    Marlboro Township, NJ 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jacqueline Romero is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Marlboro Township, New Jersey. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Romero 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 Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Athetosis. Dr. Romero is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Romero is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Saint Peter's Healthcare System

    254 Easton Ave, 
    New Brunswick, NJ 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Victoria Surgan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Surgan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Memory Loss, Seizures, and Dravet Syndrome. Dr. Surgan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Saint Peter's Healthcare System

    254 Easton Ave, 
    New Brunswick, NJ 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chandrabhaga Miskin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Miskin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Autosomal Recessive Congenital Methemoglobinemia, Dihydrolipoamide Dehydrogenase Deficiency, and PEPCK 1 Deficiency. Dr. Miskin is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Saint Peter's Healthcare System

    254 Easton Ave, 
    New Brunswick, NJ 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Carlos Lastra is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Lastra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Dravet Syndrome. Dr. Lastra is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Princeton & Rutgers Neurology, PA

    800 Bunn Drive, Suite 130, 
    Princeton, NJ 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Roger Behar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Princeton, New Jersey. Dr. Behar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Gerstmann Syndrome, and Movement Disorders. Dr. Behar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Behar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Central Jersey Medicine And Geriatrics, LLC

    601 Ewing Street, Suite C7, 
    Princeton, NJ 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Platzman is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Princeton, New Jersey. Dr. Platzman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Acute Kidney Failure, and Memory Loss. Dr. Platzman is board certified in Geriatric Medicine, 2003 and Internal Medicine, 2002. Dr. Platzman is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Advocare LLC

    10 Jefferson Plz Ste 100, 
    Princeton, NJ 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Sangeeta Buddala is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Princeton, New Jersey. Dr. Buddala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS). Dr. Buddala 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 monroe township, 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 monroe township, 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 monroe township, 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 monroe township, 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 monroe township, 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 monroe township, 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 monroe township, 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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