The 20 Best MELAS Syndrome Doctors Near Me in South Holland, NL

Find the Top MELAS Syndrome Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in MELAS Syndrome near South Holland, NL. Of these, 16 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Alyson Macinnes practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Ms. Macinnes is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aase Syndrome, Pure Red Cell Aplasia, Transient Erythroblastopenia of Childhood, and Aplastic Anemia.

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Phillis Lakeman practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Ms. Lakeman is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fetal Akinesia Sequence, Microcephaly, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, and Bloom Syndrome.

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

    Amsterdam UMC

    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Marianna Bugiani practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Ms. Bugiani is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Megalencephalic Leukoencephalopathy with Subcortical Cysts, CACH Syndrome, Leukodystrophy, and Metachromatic Leukodystrophy.

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    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Marielle Alders practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Ms. Alders is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Van Maldergem Syndrome, Hydrocephalus due to Congenital Stenosis of Aqueduct of Sylvius, Blepharophimosis, and Acheiropody.

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Andre Van Kuilenburg practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Mr. Van Kuilenburg is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dihydropyrimidine Dehydrogenase Deficiency, Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy, Fabry Disease, and Acid Sphingomyelinase Deficiency (ASMD).

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Jeroen Roelofsen practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Mr. Roelofsen is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypotonia, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Bile Duct Obstruction, and MELAS Syndrome.

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Taco Kuijpers practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Kuijpers is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Kawasaki Disease, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Coronary Artery Aneurysm, Vasculitis, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Marco Lezzerini practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Mr. Lezzerini is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aase Syndrome, Transient Erythroblastopenia of Childhood, Pure Red Cell Aplasia, and Sideroblastic Anemia.

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Niek Van Til practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Van Til is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), Pompe Disease, Omenn Syndrome, and Griscelli Syndrome.

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Mariel Alders practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Ms. Alders is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemifacial Hyperplasia Strabismus, Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch Syndrome, Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS), and Angelman Syndrome.

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Susan Goorden practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Ms. Goorden is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Barth Syndrome, Fumarase Deficiency, Zellweger Syndrome, and Acid Sphingomyelinase Deficiency (ASMD).

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

    Amsterdam UMC

    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Floor Duijkers practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Duijkers is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. Their clinical expertise encompasses Lynch Syndrome, Neuroblastoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Gabor Linthorst practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Mr. Linthorst is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fabry Disease, Hereditary Methemoglobinemia, Autosomal Recessive Congenital Methemoglobinemia, and Zellweger Syndrome.

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Teun Boekhout practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Boekhout is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Tinea Versicolor, Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis, Cryptococcosis, and Cryptococcal Meningitis.

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Frederic Vaz practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Mr. Vaz is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barth Syndrome, Primary Carnitine Deficiency, Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis, Xanthoma, and Laryngectomy.

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Riekelt Houtkooper practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Houtkooper is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina, Barth Syndrome, Very Long-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase (VLCAD) Deficiency, and Rhabdomyolysis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 in South Holland, NL?

    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 in South Holland, NL?

    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 MELAS Syndrome doctors in South Holland, NL?

    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 in South Holland, NL?

    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 in South Holland, NL?

    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 in South Holland, NL?

    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 in South Holland, NL?

    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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