The 20 Best Lafora Disease Doctors Near Me in Sherman, TX

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 496 doctor with experience in Lafora Disease near Sherman, TX. Of these, 424 are Experienced, 61 are Advanced and 11 are Distinguished.

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496 providers found
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Family Medicine

    MDVIP - New Braunfels, TX

    1441 Whispering Woods Trl, 
    New Braunfels, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Nelson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in New Braunfels, Texas. Dr. Nelson 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. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic - Lakeway

    200 Medical Pkwy, 
    Lakeway, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Victor Montoya is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lakeway, Texas. Dr. Montoya 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 Seizures, Memory Loss, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features. Dr. Montoya is board certified in Epilepsy- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, and Neurology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Montoya is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required
    915 Gessner Rd, Ste 550, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Godofredo Rossi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Rossi is rated as a Distinguished 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 Peripheral Neuropathy, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Lafora Disease, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome. Dr. Rossi is currently accepting new patients in some locations.

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    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Distinguished in Lafora Disease
    Referral required

    Trinity Neuroscience Institute

    910 E. Houston St., Suite 330, Suite 330, 
    Tyler, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lester Collins-Iii is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tyler, Texas. Dr. Collins-Iii is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 89 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Multiple System Atrophy, Stiff Person Syndrome, and Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus. Dr. Collins-Iii is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Collins-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Thomas Spann Clinic PA

    7121 S Padre Island Dr Ste 300, 
    Corpus Christi, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    George Benavidez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Corpus Christi, Texas. Dr. Benavidez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Lafora Disease, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Benavidez is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    9155 Boulevard 26 Ste 230, 
    North Richland Hills, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Valery Lipenko is a Neurologist practicing medicine in North Richland Hills, Texas. Dr. Lipenko 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 Peripheral Neuropathy, Migraine, Tension Headache, and Memory Loss.

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

    Garland Neurological Clinic

    530 Clara Barton Blvd, Ste 220, 
    Garland, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients

    Mahmood Akhavi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Garland, Texas. Dr. Akhavi is rated as a Distinguished 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 Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Lafora Disease, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Dravet Syndrome. Dr. Akhavi is board certified in Neurology- American Board Of Neurology and Neurology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Akhavi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    South Texas Neurological Center P.A.

    1910 S 1st St Ste 200, 
    Mcallen, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ruy Mireles is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Mcallen, Texas. Dr. Mireles is rated as a Distinguished 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 Memory Loss, Seizures, Parkinson's Disease, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy. Dr. Mireles is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Jorge A. Saravia MD

    2829 Babcock Rd Ste 436, 
    San Antonio, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jorge Saravia is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Saravia is rated as a Distinguished 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 Dravet Syndrome, Accessory Deep Peroneal Nerve, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Lafora Disease. Dr. Saravia is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Bill D. Davis MD PA

    224 Hunters Vlg, 
    New Braunfels, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bill Davis is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New Braunfels, Texas. Dr. Davis is rated as a Distinguished 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 Cerebellar Degeneration, Peripheral Neuropathy, Migraine, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy. Dr. Davis is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Dr. Luis Gaitan

    4770 N Expressway 77 83 Ste 100, 
    Brownsville, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Luis Gaitan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brownsville, Texas. Dr. Gaitan is rated as a Distinguished 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 Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Choroid Plexus Papilloma. Dr. Gaitan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Neurology Of Abilene And West Texas PLLC

    1025 Cypress St, 
    Abilene, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bonnie Hayashi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Abilene, Texas. Dr. Hayashi 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 Memory Loss, Stroke, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Seizures. Dr. Hayashi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Miguel Angel Gutierrez MD & Associates

    2108 S M St Ste 4, 
    Mcallen, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Miguel Gutierrez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Mcallen, Texas. Dr. Gutierrez 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 Seizures, Dravet Syndrome, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Lafora Disease. Dr. Gutierrez is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Pam Health Rehabilitation Hospital Of Richardson

    401 W Campbell Rd, 
    Richardson, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Bell is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Richardson, Texas. Dr. Bell is rated as a Distinguished 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 Lafora Disease, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Dravet Syndrome. Dr. Bell is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Central Texas Neurology Consultants

    16040 Park Valley Dr, Ste 100, 
    Round Rock, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Terry Peery is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Round Rock, Texas. Dr. Peery is rated as a Distinguished 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 Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Dr. Peery is board certified in The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Sleep Medicine and The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Peery is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Dallas NeuroScience, PA

    1001 Robbie Mince Way, Suite C, 
    Desoto, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Ahn is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Desoto, Texas. Dr. Ahn is rated as an Advanced 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 Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Brachial Plexopathy, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Dr. Ahn is board certified in Neurology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology/Neurology and Neurology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Ahn is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Alazar Medical Group

    895 N Nolan River Rd, Ste 102, 
    Cleburne, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maurice Alazar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cleburne, Texas. Dr. Alazar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 92 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Cirrhosis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Alazar is currently accepting new patients.

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

    East Houston Physicians Group, PA

    11821 East Fwy, Ste 175, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Ronald Killam is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Killam 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 Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Diverticular Disease, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Killam is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Trinity Clinic

    520 E. Douglas Blvd., 
    Tyler, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Neda Esfandiari is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tyler, Texas. Dr. Esfandiari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Esfandiari is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Esfandiari is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Trinity Clinic

    2606 Hospital Blvd., Suite B, Suite B, 
    Corpus Christi, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Kerrie Mclemore is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Corpus Christi, Texas. Dr. Mclemore 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 Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Mclemore 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 Sherman, TX?

    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 Sherman, TX?

    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 Sherman, TX?

    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 Sherman, TX?

    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 Sherman, TX?

    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 Sherman, TX?

    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 Sherman, TX?

    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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