The 20 Best Metachromatic Leukodystrophy Doctors Near Me in Boston, MA

Find the Top Metachromatic Leukodystrophy Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy near Boston, MA. Of these, 9 are Experienced, 2 are Elite, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Elite in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Elite in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Florian Eichler is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Eichler is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD), CACH Syndrome, Tay-Sachs Disease, Gangliosidosis, and Gastrostomy.

    Elite in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Hematology | Oncology
    Elite in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Hematology | Oncology

    Boston Children's Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alessandra Biffi is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Biffi is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, Leukodystrophy, Hemoglobinopathy, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Splenectomy.

    Distinguished in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Distinguished in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy

    Brigham And Womens Hospital

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christian Krarup is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Krarup is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, Leukodystrophy, and CACH Syndrome.

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    Advanced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Medical Genetics
    Advanced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Medical Genetics

    Department Of Neurology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lance Rodan is a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Rodan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. He is also highly rated in 172 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Polymicrogyria, Hennekam Syndrome, Increased Head Circumference, and Cortical Dysplasia.

    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy

    Tufts Medical Center

    800 Washington St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Rodrigues is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Rodrigues is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasticity, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Rind is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Rind is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Hemophilia B, Blood Clots, and Becker Muscular Dystrophy.

    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy

    Department Of Neurology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Siddharth Srivastava is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Srivastava is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. He is also highly rated in 138 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ruvalcaba Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Ohdo Syndrome, Say-Barber-Biesecker-Young-Simpson Variant, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology

    Department Of Neurology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Irina Anselm is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Anselm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses X-Linked Creatine Deficiency, Kearns-Sayre Syndrome, Mitochondrial Neurogastrointestinal Encephalopathy Disease, and MELAS Syndrome.

    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology

    Department Of Neurology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Urion is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Urion is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. He is also highly rated in 151 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Orofaciodigital Syndrome 6, Coach Syndrome, Agyria Pachygyria Polymicrogyria, and Cerebellar Hypoplasia.

    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology

    Department Of Neurology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chellamani Harini is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Harini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. She is also highly rated in 57 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Epilepsy, and Epilepsy in Children.

    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology

    Department Of Neurology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Spence is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Spence is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Aphantasia, Seizures, and Epilepsy in Children.

    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Internal Medicine

    Brookside Community Health Center

    3297 Washington St, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Barbara Gottlieb is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Gottlieb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis.

    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
    Internal Medicine

    CVS Pharmacy

    1575 Blue Hill Ave, 
    Mattapan, MA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Taylor is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mattapan, Massachusetts. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia, MELAS Syndrome, Lactic Acidosis, Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency, and Tissue Biopsy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy?

    Metachromatic leukodystrophy is an inherited disorder characterized by the accumulation of fats called sulfatides in cells. This accumulation especially affects cells in the nervous system that produce myelin, the substance that insulates and protects nerves. Nerve cells covered by myelin make up a tissue called white matter. Sulfatide accumulation in myelin-producing cells causes progressive destruction of white matter (leukodystrophy) throughout the nervous system, including in the brain and spinal cord (the central nervous system) and the nerves connecting the brain and spinal cord to muscles and sensory cells that detect sensations such as touch, pain, heat, and sound (the peripheral nervous system).

    When should I see a Metachromatic Leukodystrophy doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Metachromatic Leukodystrophy doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Metachromatic Leukodystrophy doctors near Boston, MA?

    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 Metachromatic Leukodystrophy doctors near Boston, MA?

    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 Metachromatic Leukodystrophy doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Metachromatic Leukodystrophy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Metachromatic 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 Metachromatic Leukodystrophy doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Metachromatic 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 Metachromatic 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 Metachromatic Leukodystrophy doctors near Boston, MA?

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

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