The 20 Best Lafora Disease Doctors Near Me in parma, OH

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 59 doctor with experience in Lafora Disease near parma, OH. Of these, 38 are Experienced, 18 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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59 providers found
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Accepting New Patients

    Jun Park is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Park 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 Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, Epilepsy, and West Syndrome. Dr. Park is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Independence Family Health Center

    5001 Rockside Road, 
    Independence, OH 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Romanian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Atanase Craciun is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Independence, Ohio. Dr. Craciun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 63 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, and Orthostatic Hypotension. Dr. Craciun is board certified in American Board Of Sleep Medicine, 1997. Dr. Craciun is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jocelyn Bautista is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Bautista is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Partial Familial Epilepsy. Dr. Bautista is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2014. Dr. Bautista is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Silvia Neme-Mercante is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Neme-Mercante is rated as a Distinguished 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, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), and Partial Seizure. Dr. Neme-Mercante is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2015. Dr. Neme-Mercante is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Burmese, Malayalam
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dileep Nair is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Nair is rated as a Distinguished 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, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Nair is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2013. Dr. Nair is currently accepting new patients.

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

    University Hospitals Coordinated Care

    3605 Warrensville Center Rd, 
    Beachwood, OH 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Ervine is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Beachwood, Ohio. Dr. Ervine is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Concussion, Tracheitis, Empyema, and Sinusitis. Dr. Ervine is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Mehdi Saghafi MD Inc

    6681 Ridge Rd Ste 300, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kourosh Saghafi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Saghafi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Saghafi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Middleburg Heights Family Health Center

    17840 Bagley Road, 
    Middlebrg Hts, OH 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Bahntge is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Middlebrg Hts, Ohio. Dr. Bahntge is rated as an Experienced 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 Hereditary Ataxia, Parkinson's Disease, Migraine, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Dr. Bahntge is board certified in American Board Of Electrodiagnostic Medicine, 1990. Dr. Bahntge is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Middleburg Heights Family Health Center

    17840 Bagley Road, 
    Middlebrg Hts, OH 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Jewell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Middlebrg Hts, Ohio. Dr. Jewell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Renovascular Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Jewell is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2001. Dr. Jewell is currently accepting new patients.

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

    The MetroHealth System

    2500 Metrohealth Dr, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Marc Winkelman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Winkelman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Walker-Warburg Syndrome, Fukuyama Type Muscular Dystrophy, Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy, and Delta-Sarcoglycanopathy. Dr. Winkelman is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    7007 Powers Blvd, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Andrefsky is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Andrefsky 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 Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Memory Loss. Dr. Andrefsky is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Southwest General Medical Group, Inc.-Neurology

    7215 Old Oak Blvd Ste A416, 
    Middleburg Heights, OH 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients

    Suresh Kumar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. Dr. Kumar 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 Partial Familial Epilepsy, Partial Seizure, Stroke, and Seizures. Dr. Kumar is currently accepting new patients.

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

    The MetroHealth System

    2500 Metrohealth Dr, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Magliola is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Magliola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Cerebral Palsy, Kenny-Caffey Syndrome Type 2, and Wiedemann-Steiner Syndrome. Dr. Magliola is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Fairview Hospital

    18101 Lorain Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Chiprean is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Chiprean is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Chiprean is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2022. Dr. Chiprean is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lara Jehi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Jehi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Partial Familial Epilepsy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Jehi is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2016. Dr. Jehi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jean Khoury is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Khoury 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, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Memory Loss. Dr. Khoury is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2022. Dr. Khoury is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Fesler is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Fesler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Photosensitive Epilepsy, Continuous Spike-Wave During Slow Sleep Syndrome, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome. Dr. Fesler is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2016. Dr. Fesler is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Foldvary-Schaefer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Narcolepsy, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Idiopathic Hypersomnia, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. Dr. Foldvary-Schaefer is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2013. Dr. Foldvary-Schaefer is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Krishna Galla is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Galla 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, Memory Loss, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Epilepsy. Dr. Galla is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2019. Dr. Galla is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Eastwest Primary Care, LLC

    6175 SOM Center Road, Suite 210, 
    Solon, OH 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Arabic - Jordanian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Haitham Azem is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Solon, Ohio. Dr. Azem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 100 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Azem 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 parma, OH?

    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 parma, OH?

    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 parma, OH?

    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 parma, OH?

    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 parma, OH?

    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 parma, OH?

    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 parma, OH?

    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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