The 20 Best Lafora Disease Doctors Near Me in Washington, US

Find the Top Lafora Disease Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/19/2026

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MediFind found 106 doctor with experience in Lafora Disease near Washington, US. Of these, 87 are Experienced and 19 are Advanced.

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106 providers found
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral required

    Swedish Cherry Hill

    500 17th Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, French, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tamil, Telugu, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Doherty is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Doherty 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 Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Doherty is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Doherty is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology | Pediatrics
    Referral required

    Swedish Neuroscience Specialists - Epilepsy

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Hindi, Japanese, Portuguese, Punjabi, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ednea Simon is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Simon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Dr. Simon is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Simon is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Farsi, Hindi, Punjabi, Thai, Urdu, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Stahl is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Stahl is rated as an Advanced 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 Alzheimer's Disease, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Partial Familial Epilepsy. Dr. Stahl is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Subspecialty In Clinical Neurophysiology. Dr. Stahl is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Neuroscience Institute|Adult Neurology

    Northwest Pavilion 400 S 43rd St, 
    Renton, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Krista Kawaguchi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Kawaguchi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kawaguchi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Neuroscience Institute|Adult Neurology

    Northwest Pavilion 400 S 43rd St, 
    Renton, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Hindi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Baburaj Thankappan is a Neurologist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Thankappan 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 Partial Seizure, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Seizures. Dr. Thankappan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required
    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Marathi, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Franchette Pascual is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Pascual is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Pascual is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Pascual is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required
    9621 Ridgetop Blvd Nw, 
    Silverdale, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Rubenstein is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Silverdale, Washington. Dr. Rubenstein 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 Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Memory Loss, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Seizures. Dr. Rubenstein is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Rubenstein is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Astria Health Center-Grandview

    208 N Euclid Rd, 
    Grandview, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Estonian, French, Hindi, Italian, Polish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anna Madej is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Grandview, Washington. Dr. Madej is rated as an Experienced 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 Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Madej is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Confluence Health Hospital-Mares Campus

    820 N Chelan Ave, 
    Wenatchee, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, French, Japanese, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Fadich is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wenatchee, Washington. Dr. Fadich 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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Richter Syndrome, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Fadich is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    3730 Plaza Way Ste 6300, 
    Kennewick, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Cole is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kennewick, Washington. Dr. Cole 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 Costochondritis, Tietz Syndrome, Conversion Disorder, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    C William Britt JR MD PLLC

    42 E Rowan Ave Ste A, 
    Spokane, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Swedish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Henry is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Henry 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 Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency. Dr. Henry is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Confluence Health Hospital-Mares Campus

    820 N Chelan Ave, 
    Wenatchee, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Farsi, Filipino, Punjabi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Heather Preissler is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wenatchee, Washington. Dr. Preissler is rated as an Experienced 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 Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Preissler is currently accepting new patients.

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

    East Wenatchee Clinic

    100 Highline Dr, 
    East Wenatchee, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Farsi, German, Hindi, Spanish, Swahili
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Abbott is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in East Wenatchee, Washington. Dr. Abbott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Abbott is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Uw Medicine/Valley Medical Center

    400 S 43rd St, 
    Renton, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hindi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Vossler is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Vossler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Vossler is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required
    1100 Goethals Drive, Suite B, 
    Richland, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anitha Raghunath is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Richland, Washington. Dr. Raghunath is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tension Headache, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Dr. Raghunath is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center & Children's Hospital

    101 W 8th Ave, 
    Spokane, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Kwiatkowski is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Kwiatkowski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 65 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Epilepsy, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Kwiatkowski is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Multicare Neuroscience Institute-Deaconess Medical Office 2

    801 W 5th Ave Ste 205, 
    Spokane, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marie Atkinson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Atkinson is rated as an Advanced 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 Partial Familial Epilepsy, Partial Seizure, Seizures, and Memory Loss. Dr. Atkinson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Referral required

    Multicare Adult Epilepsy Center-Tacoma

    316 Martin Luther King Jr Way Ste 408, 
    Tacoma, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Afrikaans, Castilian, Filipino, Korean, Mandarin, Polish, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Lynam is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Lynam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Seizures, Dravet Syndrome, and Photosensitive Epilepsy. Dr. Lynam is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Rockwood Clinic PS

    400 E 5th Ave, 
    Spokane, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Korean, Spanish, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Conrad Nievera is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Nievera is rated as an Advanced 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, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Nievera is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Vancouver Clinic Endoscopy Ctr

    700 NE 87th Ave, 
    Vancouver, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Nelson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Vancouver, Washington. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Advanced 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 Dravet Syndrome, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/19/2026

    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 in Washington, US?

    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 in Washington, US?

    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 in Washington, US?

    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 in Washington, US?

    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 in Washington, US?

    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 in Washington, US?

    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 in Washington, US?

    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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