The 20 Best Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A Doctors Near Me

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The 20 Best Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A Doctors Near Me

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 1130 doctor with experience in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. Of these, 864 are Experienced, 236 are Advanced, 29 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Elite in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Padova, IT 

    Marina Fanin practices in Padova, Italy. Ms. Fanin is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. Her top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A, Pompe Disease, and Dysferlinopathy.

    Advanced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Advanced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A

    Vanderbilt Medical Group- Teleneurology

    1161 21st Ave South, A-0118 Medical Center North, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Brian Demaster
    Experienced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Family Medicine

    Aurora Family Medicine

    313 S Main St, 
    Cedar Grove, WI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Demaster is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cedar Grove, Wisconsin. Dr. Demaster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. His top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, Dystrophinopathy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1B, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.

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    Preetha Muthusamy
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A

    Mercy Health — Howland Neurology

    1932 Niles Cortland Road Northeast, 
    Warren, OH 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Preetha Muthusamy is a Neurologist in Warren, Ohio. Dr. Muthusamy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Orthostatic Tremor, Memory Loss, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Restless Legs Syndrome. Dr. Muthusamy is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Family Medicine | Holistic Medicine
    Experienced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Family Medicine | Holistic Medicine

    Family Practice Of Honey Brook

    471 Pequea Avenue, PO Box 460, 
    Honey Brook, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Mr. Arbuckle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis.

    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Internal Medicine

    Ochsner Health Center - Raceland

    106 Cypress St., 
    Raceland, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohammad Nawaz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Raceland, Louisiana. Dr. Nawaz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. His top areas of expertise are Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Nawaz is currently accepting new patients.

    Tracy Mixdorf
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Family Medicine

    North Iowa Mercy Clinics

    1410 6th Ave S, 
    Clear Lake, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tracy Mixdorf is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clear Lake, Iowa. Dr. Mixdorf is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. Her top areas of expertise are Dystrophinopathy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1B, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A.

    Jeffrey M. Statland
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Statland is a Neurologist in Fairway, Kansas. Dr. Statland has been practicing medicine for over 21 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. His top areas of expertise are Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD), Paramyotonia Congenita, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Gastrostomy. Dr. Statland is currently accepting new patients.

    Neil R. Holland
    Advanced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Advanced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Office Building - Neurophysiology

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

    Neil R. Holland, MD, is chair of Neurology in the Geisinger Neuroscience Institute and clinical professor of medicine at the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. He is a neurologist with special interest and training in neuromuscular diseases. Dr. Holland is a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine. He is also a member of the American College of Physician Executives. Dr. Holland obtained his medical degree from the University College London School of Medicine and completed a residency in neurology at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Maryland in 1996 and an internship in internal medicine at York Hospital in Pennsylvania in 1998. He also completed a fellowship in clinical neurophysiology at Johns Hopkins in 1997. He is board certified in neurology, clinical neurophysiology, neuromuscular medicine and vascular neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He also holds a master’s degree in business administration with a focus on medical management from the Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts. Dr. Holland has a strong interest in medical education for our trainees and in finding new ways to improve access for our patients. Dr. Holland is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. His top areas of expertise are Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Myasthenia Gravis, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2B.

    Charlotte J. Sumner
    Advanced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Advanced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Charlotte Sumner is a Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Sumner cares for patients with genetically-mediated neuromuscular diseases. Her practice is notable for a focus on individuals with inherited neuromuscular disorders of peripheral nerves and motor neurons, including spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease. She co-directs the Johns Hopkins Muscular Dystrophy Association Care Center, the Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and the Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) clinics, which deliver multidisciplinary clinical care, engage in international natural history studies, and provide cutting edge therapeutics. Dr. Sumner’s research focuses on developing treatments for degenerative disorders of motor neurons and peripheral nerves. Her laboratory uses human tissues and induced pluripotent cell lines, mouse models and cultured cells to characterize disease mechanisms and develop treatments. Dr. Charlotte Sumner received her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine following undergraduate studies at Princeton University. She completed internal medicine internship and neurology residency at the University of California San Francisco, after which she returned to the east coast for a neuromuscular fellowship at Johns Hopkins and a neurogenetics fellowship in the Neurogenetics Branch at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. She joined the neurology faculty at Johns Hopkins in 2006. Dr. Sumner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, and Gastrostomy.

    David Randall
    Advanced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Advanced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A

    Advocate Medical Group

    1875 Dempster St., Suite 625, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Randall is a Neurologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Randall is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. His top areas of expertise are Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Peripheral Neuropathy, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Myasthenia Gravis.

    Experienced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

    Mount Carmel Healthproviders Inc

    2150 Marble Cliff Office Park, Suite A, 
    Columbus, OH 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Kimberly Guo is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Guo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. Her top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2B, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. Dr. Guo is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A

    Nimhans

    Bengaluru, KA, IN 

    Atchayaram Nalini practices in Bengaluru, India. Nalini is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. Their top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Hosur Road, 560 029, 
    Bengaluru, KA, IN 

    Kiran Polavarapu practices in Bengaluru, India. Polavarapu is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. Their top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A, Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome, and Delta-Sarcoglycanopathy.

    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A

    Regents Of The Univ. Of Michigan

    325 E Eisenhower Pkwy Ste 100, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sindhu Ramchandren is a Neurologist in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Ramchandren is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. Her top areas of expertise are Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Myasthenia Gravis, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2B.

    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    1959 Ne Pacific St, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martin Childers is a Physiatrist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Childers is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. His top areas of expertise are X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion, Tubular Aggregate Myopathy, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.

    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A

    Healthsouth Corf

    55 Spring St, 
    Scarborough, ME 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Reynolds is a Pediatrics provider in Scarborough, Maine. Dr. Reynolds is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. His top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1B, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, and Dystrophinopathy.

    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A

    Eastern Maine Medical Center

    84 Kelley Rd, 
    Orono, ME 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Keebler is a Physiatrist in Orono, Maine. Dr. Keebler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. His top areas of expertise are Moebius Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2B, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1B.

    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Mathews is a Pediatrics provider in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Mathews is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. Her top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Dystrophinopathy, and Friedreich Ataxia.

    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
    Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A

    Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital

    1 Medical Center Dr, 
    Lebanon, NH 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Victoria Lawson is a Neurologist in Lebanon, New Hampshire. Dr. Lawson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A. Her top areas of expertise are Paramyotonia Congenita, Myotonic Dystrophy, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1B.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A?

    Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2A (LGMD2A) is an autosomal recessive limb-girdle muscular dystrophy characterized by progressive, symmetrical weakness of the proximal limb and girdle muscles (mainly those around the hips and shoulders) without heart involvement or intellectual disability. The condition is caused by genetic changes in the CAPN3 gene. Type 2A is the most common form of limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, accounting for about 30 percent of cases. LGMD2A is also known as primary calpainopathy. Calpainopathies are diseases caused by genetic changes in the CAPN3 gene and can be autosomal recessive or autosomal dominant. Pelvifemoral limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (also known as Leyden-Mobius LGMD) is the most frequently observed subtype. In these cases, muscle weakness is first evident in the pelvic girdle and later in the shoulder girdle. In most cases, muscle weakness is first evident in the shoulder girdle and later in the pelvic girdle; HyperCKemia is usually observed in children or young individuals. In most cases, those affected do not have symptoms, just high levels of creatine kinase in their blood.

    When should I see a Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A doctor near me?

    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 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A doctor near me?

    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 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A doctors near me?

    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 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A doctors near me?

    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 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A doctor near me?

    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 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A 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 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A doctor near me?

    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 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A 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 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A 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 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A doctors near me?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A 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 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A 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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