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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 23 doctor with experience in MELAS Syndrome near Munich, BY. Of these, 19 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    23 providers found
      Distinguished in MELAS Syndrome

      Holger Prokisch
      Distinguished in MELAS Syndrome

      Holger Prokisch
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Holger Prokisch practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Prokisch is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Mitochondrial Complex 1 Deficiency, Lactic Acidosis, Leigh Syndrome, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Liver Transplant.

      Advanced in MELAS Syndrome

      Tim M. Strom
      Advanced in MELAS Syndrome

      Tim M. Strom
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Tim Strom practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Strom is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lethal Congenital Contracture Syndrome, Punctate Palmoplantar Keratoderma Type 1, Lactic Acidosis, Microcephaly, and Kidney Transplant.

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      Advanced in MELAS Syndrome

      Thomas Meitinger
      Advanced in MELAS Syndrome

      Thomas Meitinger
      Ismaninger Str. 22, 
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (1.4 km away)

      Thomas Meitinger practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Meitinger is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lactic Acidosis, Mitochondrial Complex 1 Deficiency, Hallervorden-Spatz Disease, and Long QT Syndrome.

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      Distinguished in MELAS Syndrome

      Thomas Klopstock
      Distinguished in MELAS Syndrome

      Thomas Klopstock
      Feodor Lynen Str. 17, 
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (8.7 km away)

      Thomas Klopstock practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Klopstock is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON), Optic Nerve Atrophy, Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration, and Hallervorden-Spatz Disease.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Bader Alhaddad
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Bader Alhaddad
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Bader Alhaddad practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Alhaddad is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lactic Acidosis, Coenzyme Q Cytochrome C Reductase Deficiency, Hypotonia, and Polydactyly.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Jasmina Comic
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Jasmina Comic
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Jasmina Comic practices in Munich, Germany. Ms. Comic is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Alport Syndrome, Sotos Syndrome, VACTERL Association, and Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Michael Zech
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Michael Zech
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Michael Zech practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Zech is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, Movement Disorders, Chorea, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Uwe Ahting
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Uwe Ahting
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Uwe Ahting practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Ahting is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Mitochondrial Complex 1 Deficiency, Myoclonic Epilepsy Associated With Ragged Red Fibers, Sideroblastic Anemia, and Lactic Acidosis.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Riccardo Berutti
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Riccardo Berutti
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Riccardo Berutti practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Berutti is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, Alport Syndrome, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Boriana Buchner
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Boriana Buchner
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Boriana Buchner practices in Munich, Germany. Buchner is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Hallervorden-Spatz Disease, Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Christine C. Makowski
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Christine C. Makowski
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Christine Makowski practices in Munich, Germany. Ms. Makowski is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are C Syndrome, Coenzyme Q Cytochrome C Reductase Deficiency, Angelman Syndrome, and Lactic Acidosis.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Nicole Schwarzer
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Nicole Schwarzer
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Nicole Schwarzer practices in Munich, Germany. Ms. Schwarzer is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Imperforate Anus, Hirschsprung Disease, Townes-Brocks Syndrome, and Esophageal Atresia.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Barbel Sperandio-Lange
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Barbel Sperandio-Lange
      Dr. Von Hauner Children's Hospital, LMU Munich, 
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Barbel Sperandio-Lange practices in Munich, Germany. Sperandio-Lange is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease, Alport Syndrome, Goodpasture Syndrome, Bardet-Biedl Syndrome, and Kidney Transplant.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Melanie S. Brugger
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Melanie S. Brugger
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Melanie Brugger practices in Munich, Germany. Ms. Brugger is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy, West Syndrome, Lethal Congenital Contracture Syndrome, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Theresa Brunet
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Theresa Brunet
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Theresa Brunet practices in Munich, Germany. Ms. Brunet is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Hypotonia, Lethal Congenital Contracture Syndrome, Stereotypic Movement Disorder, and Epilepsy.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Erik Tilch
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Erik Tilch
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Erik Tilch practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Tilch is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Restless Legs Syndrome, VACTERL Association, Sotos Syndrome, and Movement Disorders.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Matthias Elstner
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Matthias Elstner
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Matthias Elstner practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Elstner is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia, Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency, Lactic Acidosis, and MELAS Syndrome.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Julia Hoefele
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Julia Hoefele
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (0.5 km away)

      Julia Hoefele practices in Munich, Germany. Ms. Hoefele is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Alport Syndrome, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Nephrotic Syndrome, VACTERL Association, and Kidney Transplant.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Marcus Deschauer
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Marcus Deschauer
      Ismaninger Str. 22, 
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (1.4 km away)

      Marcus Deschauer practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Deschauer is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 2 Deficiency, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, and Pompe Disease.

      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Matthias C. Braunisch
      Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

      Matthias C. Braunisch
      Ismaninger Str. 22, 
      Munich, BY, DE 
       (1.4 km away)

      Matthias Braunisch practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Braunisch is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Alport Syndrome, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Kidney Transplant.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of MELAS Syndrome?

      Mitochondrial encephalomyopathy, lactic acidosis, and stroke-like episodes (MELAS) is a condition that affects many of the body's systems, particularly the brain and nervous system (encephalo-) and muscles (myopathy). The signs and symptoms of this disorder most often appear in childhood following a period of normal development, although they can begin at any age. Early symptoms may include muscle weakness and pain, recurrent headaches, loss of appetite, vomiting, and seizures. Most affected individuals experience stroke-like episodes beginning before age 40. These episodes often involve temporary muscle weakness on one side of the body (hemiparesis), altered consciousness, vision abnormalities, seizures, and severe headaches resembling migraines. Repeated stroke-like episodes can progressively damage the brain, leading to vision loss, problems with movement, and a loss of intellectual function (dementia).

      When should I see a MELAS Syndrome doctor near Munich, BY?

      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 MELAS Syndrome doctor near Munich, BY?

      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 do I find the best MELAS Syndrome doctor near Munich, BY?

      You can find a MELAS Syndrome doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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      How does MediFind rank MELAS Syndrome doctors near Munich, BY?

      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 MELAS Syndrome doctors near Munich, BY?

      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 MELAS Syndrome doctor near Munich, BY?

      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 MELAS Syndrome doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different MELAS 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 MELAS Syndrome doctor near Munich, BY?

      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 MELAS 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 MELAS 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 MELAS Syndrome doctors near Munich, BY?

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

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