The 20 Best Leukodystrophy Doctors Near Me in Orange, CA

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The 20 Best Leukodystrophy Doctors near Orange, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Leukodystrophy near Orange, CA. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Leukodystrophy
    Medical Genetics
    Advanced in Leukodystrophy
    Medical Genetics
    1201 West La Veta Avenue, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Chang is a Medical Genetics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Phenylketonuria (PKU), Maternal Hyperphenylalaninemia, Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD), and Citrullinemia. Dr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Medical Genetics
    1201 West La Veta Avenue, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Changrui Xiao is a Medical Genetics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Xiao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Glutaric Acidemia Type 2, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD), and X-Linked Creatine Deficiency. Dr. Xiao is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    1201 West La Veta Avenue, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Allison Przekop is a Pediatric Neurologist in Orange, California. Dr. Przekop is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Transient Tic Disorder, Tourette Syndrome, Stereotypic Movement Disorder, and Spasmus Nutans. Dr. Przekop is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
    1201 West La Veta Avenue, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Minodora Totoiu is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist in Orange, California. Dr. Totoiu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Microcephaly. Dr. Totoiu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    1201 West La Veta Avenue, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Geetha Puthenveetil is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider in Orange, California. Dr. Puthenveetil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Alpha Thalassemia, Thalassemia, Hemolytic Anemia, and Beta Thalassemia. Dr. Puthenveetil is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
    1201 West La Veta Avenue, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Amanda Fernandez is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist in Orange, California. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Aphantasia, and Microcephaly. Dr. Fernandez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Palliative Medicine
    1201 West La Veta Avenue, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarah Keating is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Keating is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Acrodysostosis, Acrofacial Dysostosis Nager Type, Acrofacial Dysostosis Weyers Type, and Townes-Brocks Syndrome. Dr. Keating is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Medical Genetics
    1201 West La Veta Avenue, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jose Abdenur is a Medical Genetics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Abdenur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Von Gierke Disease, Glycogen Storage Disease Type 3, Hyperlysinemia, and Glutaric Acidemia Type 1. Dr. Abdenur is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Neuroradiology

    CHOC Children's Hospital

    1201 W La Veta Ave, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kristen Launier is a Neuroradiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Launier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Collins Pope Syndrome, Acropectoral Syndrome, and Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome.

    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    170 South Main Street, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Aram Kim is a Pediatric Neurologist in Orange, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Autism Spectrum Disorder, Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD), X-Linked Creatine Deficiency, and GABA-Transaminase Deficiency. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Radiology

    CHOC Children's Hospital

    1201 W La Veta Ave, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rahul Nikam is a Pediatric Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Nikam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Neurofibromatosis, Aplasia Cutis Congenita, Clouston Syndrome, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Geriatrics

    Jack H. Florin MD Inc.

    100 Laguna Rd Ste 208, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jack Florin is a Geriatrics provider in Fullerton, California. Dr. Florin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. His top areas of expertise are New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), Cerebellar Degeneration, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).

    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Leukodystrophy
    Family Medicine

    Family Health Care Of Long Beach Medical GRP. Inc.

    5977 E Spring St, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Victoria Ho is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Ho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukodystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Leukodystrophy and Heavy Metal Poisoning.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Leukodystrophy?

    A Leukodystrophy is a type of rare genetic disorder that affects the brain, spinal cord, and other nerves in the body. It is caused by destruction of the white matter of the brain. The white matter degrades due to defects of the myelin, which is a fatty covering that insulates nerves in the brain. Myelin is needed to protect the nerves and the nerves can't function normally without it. These disorders are progressive, meaning they tend to get worse with time. The leukodystrophies are a group of disorders caused by spelling mistakes in the genes involved in making myelin. Specific leukodystrophies include metachromatic Leukodystrophy, Krabbe Leukodystrophy, X-linked adrenoLeukodystrophy, Pelizaeus-Merzbacher disease, Canavan disease, and Alexander disease. The most common symptom of a Leukodystrophy is a decline in functioning of an infant or child who previously appeared healthy. This gradual loss may be seen with issues in body tone, movements, gait, speech, ability to eat, vision, hearing, and behavior.

    When should I see a Leukodystrophy doctor near Orange, CA?

    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 Leukodystrophy doctor near Orange, CA?

    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 Leukodystrophy doctors near Orange, CA?

    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 Leukodystrophy doctors near Orange, CA?

    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 Leukodystrophy doctor near Orange, CA?

    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 Leukodystrophy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Leukodystrophy 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 Leukodystrophy doctor near Orange, CA?

    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 Leukodystrophy 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 Leukodystrophy 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 Leukodystrophy doctors near Orange, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Leukodystrophy 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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