The 20 Best Leigh Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Pennsylvania, US

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The 20 Best Leigh Syndrome Doctors in Pennsylvania, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 36 doctor with experience in Leigh Syndrome near Pennsylvania, US. Of these, 30 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 3 are Elite.

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    Elite in Leigh Syndrome
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Elite in Leigh Syndrome
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics

    Childrens Health Care Associates Inc

    3401 Civic Ctr Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marni Falk is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Falk is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Leigh Syndrome, Kearns-Sayre Syndrome, Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia, MELAS Syndrome, and Spinal Fusion.

    Elite in Leigh Syndrome
    Elite in Leigh Syndrome

    Childrens Health Care Associates Inc

    3401 Civic Ctr Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Ganetzky is a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ganetzky is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Leigh Syndrome, Kearns-Sayre Syndrome, Pyruvate Carboxylase Deficiency, Dihydrolipoamide Dehydrogenase Deficiency, and Splenectomy.

    Elite in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology
    Elite in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zarazuela Zolkipli is a Pediatric Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Zolkipli is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Leigh Syndrome, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

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    Advanced in Leigh Syndrome
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Leigh Syndrome
    Neuroradiology

    Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Whitehead is a Neuroradiologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Whitehead is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Dandy-Walker Syndrome, Cortical Dysplasia, Epilepsy in Children, Cerebellar Hypoplasia, and Mastoidectomy.

    Mitchell J. Gross
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome

    Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Office Building - Neurophysiology

    950 East Mountain Boulevard, 
    Wilkes Barre, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gross is board certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He specializes in general neurology. His clinical interests include headache, epilepsy, seizures, dementia and multiple sclerosis. He earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, and completed his residency and fellowship in neurophysiology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Gross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Seizures.

    Courtney M. Quinlan
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Pulmonology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Pulmonology | Pediatrics

    LVPG Pediatric Pulmonology-1210 Cedar Crest

    1210 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 2700, 
    Allentown, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philosophy of care | I strive to deliver personalized, patient-centered care that best supports both your child and family. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to become a pediatric provider after being a middle school teacher. I absolutely love the questioning nature, resilience and energy of youngsters. My patients inspire me every day. The relationship I am able to build with them and their family is a gift. | Community involvement | I have extensive experience in tutoring and mentoring programs. | Personal interests | My personal interests include traveling, spending time with my children, going to museums and attending concerts. Dr. Quinlan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Laryngomalacia, Sleepwalking (Somnambulism), Maternally Inherited Leigh Syndrome, and Leigh Syndrome.

    Mekka R. Garcia
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology

    LVPG Pediatric Neurology-1210 Cedar Crest

    1210 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 2400, 
    Allentown, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philosophy of care | My goal is to provide comprehensive and compassionate care for children with neurological conditions. My approach is centered on understanding my patients and their families, ensuring their medical and emotional needs are met throughout their treatment journey. | Why I entered medicine | Inspired by my grandmother, I was always drawn to children and caring for them. Throughout my schooling, my fascination for the human body and its complexities grew. In college, I was drawn to research and found my true calling in patient care, where I could directly impact the lives of my patients and their families. | Personal interests | I enjoy traveling, hiking, fishing and time with my family. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Leukodystrophy, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, CACH Syndrome, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome

    Main Line Health Lab-BRYN Mawr

    130 S Bryn Mawr Ave, 
    Bryn Mawr, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Courtney Nelson is a Pediatrics provider in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Maternally Inherited Leigh Syndrome, and Leigh Syndrome.

    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology

    CHOP Specialty Care, Lancaster

    2104 Harrisburg Pike, Suite 300, 
    Lancaster, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sara Molisani is a Pediatric Neurologist in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Dr. Molisani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Partial Familial Epilepsy, Partial Seizure, Seizures, and GAPO Syndrome. Dr. Molisani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia,, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Shaddy is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Philadelphia,, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shaddy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pediatric Myocarditis, Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Myocarditis, and Heart Transplant.

    Advanced in Leigh Syndrome
    Advanced in Leigh Syndrome

    Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Demczko is a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Demczko is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Leigh Syndrome, Maternally Inherited Leigh Syndrome, Mosaicism, and Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency.

    Advanced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Pulmonology
    Advanced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Pulmonology

    Office

    3500 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Oscar Mayer is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mayer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Spondylocostal Dysostosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, and Ellis-Van Creveld Syndrome.

    Susan Werner
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Geisinger Nanticoke

    128 East Main Street, 
    Nanticoke, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Werner is a board-certified and fellowship-trained physician specializing in family medicine. She attended the University of Pittsburgh, where she received her medical degree. She completed her residency in family medicine and her fellowship in geriatrics at Palmetto Health Richland – University of South Carolina. Dr. Werner is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Werner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypothyroidism.

    Lina G. Gonzalez
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome

    Medical Genetics In Hermitage

    449 North Hermitage Road, 
    Hermitage, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lina Ghaloul-Gonzalez, MD, is a geneticist at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. She is also an assistant professor of pediatrics in the Division of Genetic and Genomic Medicine with secondary appointment in the Department of Human Genetics in the University of Pittsburgh’s Graduate School of Public Health. She is board-certified in internal medicine, clinical genetics, and biochemical genetics. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Rhabdomyolysis, Hyperlysinemia, Metabolic Acidosis, and Glycine Encephalopathy.

    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Pulmonology
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatric Pulmonology

    Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hakon Hakonarson is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hakonarson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hypotonia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatrics

    Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chaya Murali is a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Murali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Chromosome 11 Uniparental Disomy, and Myringotomy.

    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    3401 Civic Center Blvd, Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia - Metabolism, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neal Sondheimer is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sondheimer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pyruvate Carboxylase Deficiency, PEPCK 1 Deficiency, Homocystinuria, and Phenylketonuria (PKU).

    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians

    4401 Penn Ave, Suite 3, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jirair Bedoyan is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bedoyan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pyruvate Decarboxylase Deficiency, Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Deficiency, Dihydrolipoamide Dehydrogenase Deficiency, Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD), and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bedoyan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Shriners Children's Philadelphia

    3551 N Broad St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bethany Lipa is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lipa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Neurogenic Bowel, Cerebral Palsy, Paraplegia, and Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type.

    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Leigh Syndrome
    Pediatrics

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elana Katz is a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Katz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leigh Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Moebius Syndrome, Focal Dystonia, and Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Leigh Syndrome?

    Leigh syndrome is a severe neurological disorder that usually becomes apparent in the first year of life. This condition is characterized by progressive loss of mental and movement abilities (psychomotor regression) and typically results in death within two to three years, usually due to respiratory failure. A small number of individuals do not develop symptoms until adulthood or have symptoms that worsen more slowly.

    When should I see a Leigh Syndrome doctor in Pennsylvania, 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 Leigh Syndrome doctor in Pennsylvania, 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 Leigh Syndrome doctors in Pennsylvania, 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 Leigh Syndrome doctors in Pennsylvania, 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 Leigh Syndrome doctor in Pennsylvania, 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 Leigh Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Leigh Syndrome 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 Leigh Syndrome doctor in Pennsylvania, 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 Leigh Syndrome 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 Leigh Syndrome 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 Leigh Syndrome doctors in Pennsylvania, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Leigh Syndrome 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 Leigh Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Leigh Syndrome 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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