The 20 Best MELAS Syndrome Doctors Near Me in rochester, NY

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 2 doctor with experience in MELAS Syndrome near rochester, NY. Of these, 2 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

    Dr. Anita J. Ray
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome

    Dr. Anita J. Ray
    Internal Medicine

    Culver Medical Group

    913 Culver Rd, 
    Rochester, NY 
     (2.2 miles away)
    585-654-5432
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Anita Ray is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rochester, New York. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Ray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Tennis Elbow, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
    Experienced in MELAS Syndrome
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    265 Crittenden Way, 
    Rochester, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    585-276-3000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Gretchen Birbeck is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rochester, New York. Dr. Birbeck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of MELAS Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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).

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