The 20 Best Lafora Disease Doctors Near Me in Staten Island, NY

Find the Top Lafora Disease Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 132 doctor with experience in Lafora Disease near Staten Island, NY. Of these, 112 are Experienced, 15 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Seaview Avenue

    501 Seaview Avenue, Suite 104, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nwanneka Okolo is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Okolo is rated as an Advanced 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, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Okolo is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Epilepsy and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology-Neurology With Special Qualifications In Child Neurology.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Seaview Avenue

    501 Seaview Avenue, Suite 104, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vahid Ghiasian is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Ghiasian is rated as an Experienced 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 Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ghiasian is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology.

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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At South Avenue

    1110 South Avenue, Suite 300, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish

    Juliann Paolicchi is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Paolicchi 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, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Memory Loss.

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    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At South Avenue

    1110 South Avenue, Suite 300, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yasir El is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. El 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 Stroke, Seizures, Migraine, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Gastrostomy. Dr. El is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    United Medical Associates PLLC

    8714 5th Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Jongeling is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Jongeling 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, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    United Medical Associates PLLC

    8714 5th Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Boffa is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Boffa 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, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease

    Island Obstetrics And Gynecology

    27 New Dorp Ln, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ida Altshuler is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Altshuler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Lafora Disease, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Neurology
    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Neurology

    Office

    201 Lyons Ave, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kuo Howard is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Howard is rated as a Distinguished 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 Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Lafora Disease, Dravet Syndrome, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Howard is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Distinguished in Lafora Disease

    Advanced Dermatology Laser And Cosmetic Surgery PC

    1220 Avenue P, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marshall Keilson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Keilson is rated as a Distinguished 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 Lafora Disease, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Dravet Syndrome.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Brooklyn Plaza Medical Center Inc.

    650 Fulton St, 
    Brooklyn,, NY 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Siddharth Pandya is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Brooklyn,, New York. Dr. Pandya is rated as an Advanced 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 Vitamin D Deficiency, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Lafora Disease, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Distinguished in Lafora Disease

    Edison Neurologic Associates

    34-36 Progress Street, Suite B3, 
    Edison, NJ 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    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.

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

    West Brighton Physicians P.C.

    283 Bard Ave, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Teresa Attina is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Attina 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 Infant Hyperglycemia, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Office

    605 Broadway, 
    Bayonne, NJ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Anselmi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bayonne, New Jersey. Dr. Anselmi 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 Vascular Dementia, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

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

    Jake Gurland M.D.

    523 Broadway, 
    Bayonne, NJ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ira Brooks is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bayonne, New Jersey. Dr. Brooks 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 Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology

    Step Into Stride P.T. P.C.

    6917 Shore Rd, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Idan Sharon is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Sharon 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 Vertigo, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Peripheral Neuropathy, and Neuralgia.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    2769 Coney Island Avenue

    2769 Coney Island Avenue, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Hasson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Hasson 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 GAPO Syndrome, Tourette Syndrome, CAPOS Syndrome, and Epilepsy.

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

    Razia S Awan MDoffice

    156 Lyons Avenue, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Razia Awan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Awan 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 Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Gastrostomy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Awan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    SUNY Downstate Medical Center

    450 Clarkson Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexandra Reznikov is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Reznikov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, Epilepsy in Children, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    SUNY Downstate Medical Center

    450 Clarkson Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Mortati is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Mortati 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 Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    SUNY Downstate Medical Center

    450 Clarkson Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Geetha Chari is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Chari 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, Epilepsy in Children, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Epilepsy.

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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 Staten Island, NY?

    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 Staten Island, NY?

    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 Staten Island, NY?

    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 Staten Island, NY?

    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 Staten Island, NY?

    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 Staten Island, NY?

    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 Staten Island, NY?

    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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