The 20 Best Migraine with Brainstem Aura Doctors Near Me in Columbia, SC

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The 20 Best Migraine with Brainstem Aura Doctors near Columbia, SC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Migraine with Brainstem Aura near Columbia, SC. Of these, 17 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Souvik Sen
    Distinguished in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Neurology
    Distinguished in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Neurology

    Prisma Health Neurology – Richland

    8 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 420, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Souvik Sen is a Neurologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Sen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Familial Hemiplegic Migraine, Stent Placement, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Sen is currently accepting new patients.

    Nishanth Kodumuri
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura

    Prisma Health Neurology – Taylor St.

    1301 Taylor Street, Suite 7A, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nishanth Kodumuri is a Neurologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Kodumuri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Thrombectomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Kodumuri is currently accepting new patients.

    Pradeep C. Bollu
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine

    Prisma Health Neurology – Taylor St.

    1301 Taylor Street, Suite 7A, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pradeep Bollu is a Neurologist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Bollu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Restless Legs Syndrome. Dr. Bollu is currently accepting new patients.

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    Walter H. Peters
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura

    Prisma Health Neurology – Richland

    8 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 420, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Walter Peters is a Neurologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Peters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Epilepsy. Dr. Peters is currently accepting new patients.

    Renu K. Pokharna
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Prisma Health Neurology – Richland

    8 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 420, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Renu Pokharna is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Pokharna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Headache, and Seizures. Dr. Pokharna is currently accepting new patients.

    Stephanie L. Paolini
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura

    Prisma Health Neurology – Richland

    8 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 420, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Paolini is a Neurologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Paolini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Migraine, and Memory Loss. Dr. Paolini is currently accepting new patients.

    Shawn S. Wagner
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Physician Assistant
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Physician Assistant

    Prisma Health Neurology – Taylor St.

    1301 Taylor Street, Suite 7A, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shawn Wagner is a Physician Assistant in Columbia, South Carolina. Ms. Wagner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Progressive Aphasia, Frontotemporal Dementia, Migraine, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Ms. Wagner is currently accepting new patients.

    William H. Crigler
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Family Medicine

    The Practice

    1910 Gregg Street, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Crigler is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Crigler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Insomnia. Dr. Crigler is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura

    South Carolina Neurological Clinic PA

    1333 Taylor St Ste 1C, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sankeerth Challagundla is a Pain Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Challagundla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Cervical Spondylosis, and Meningitis.

    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Family Medicine

    Columbia Colon And Rectal Surgeons

    1415 Blanding St Ste 2, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melton Stuckey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Stuckey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Insomnia, Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Pain Medicine

    Midlands Neurology & Pain Assoc. P.A

    2601 Millwood Ave, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eleanya Ogburu is a Pain Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Ogburu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Absence Seizure, Migraine, Myositis, and Macrophagic Myofasciitis.

    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Family Medicine

    Palmetto Primary Care Physicians LLC

    3710 Landmark Dr Ste 408, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel White is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. White is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura

    Lexington Neurology

    146 E Hospital Dr Ste 140, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nabi Chowdhury is a Neurologist in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Chowdhury is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Stroke, Tourette Syndrome, and Movement Disorders.

    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura

    Lexington Health Inc

    146 E Hospital Dr Ste 120A, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Donald Schmechel is a Neurologist in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Schmechel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder, and Hypermethioninemia.

    Advanced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Advanced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura

    Palmetto Health-USC Medical Group Neurology

    8 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 420, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Xiao Androulakis is a Neurologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Androulakis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Headache, Familial Hemiplegic Migraine, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Geriatrics

    Oak Street Health West Columbia

    5110 Fairfield Rd, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tad Venn is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Venn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are High Potassium Level, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Family Medicine

    Family Medicine Centers Of South Carolina

    1721 Horseshoe Dr, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Stahl is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Stahl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Erectile Dysfunction (ED), Peyronie Disease, Infertility, and Partial Deletion of Y.

    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Family Medicine

    LMc Urgent Care-Northeast

    3016 Longtown Commons Dr, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Bingham is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Bingham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Costochondritis, Tietz Syndrome, and Tension Headache.

    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
    Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine Associates West Columbia

    103 Thompson St Ste 200, 
    Lexington, SC 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Wicker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lexington, South Carolina. Dr. Wicker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Urinary Tract Infection in Children.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Migraine with Brainstem Aura?

    Migraine with brainstem aura (MBA) is a type of migraine headache with aura that is associated with pain at the back of the head on both sides. An aura is a group of symptoms that generally serve as a warning sign that a bad headache is coming. Auras may consist of dizziness and vertigo, slurred speech, ataxia, tinnitus, visual changes, and/or loss of balance. The exact underlying cause of MBA is poorly understood. Migraines are likely complex disorders that are influenced by multiple genes, in combination with lifestyle and environmental factors. In rare cases, susceptibility to MBA may be caused by a change in the ATP1A2 gene or CACNA1A gene.

    When should I see a Migraine with Brainstem Aura doctor near Columbia, SC?

    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 Migraine with Brainstem Aura doctor near Columbia, SC?

    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 Migraine with Brainstem Aura doctors near Columbia, SC?

    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 Migraine with Brainstem Aura doctors near Columbia, SC?

    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 Migraine with Brainstem Aura doctor near Columbia, SC?

    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 Migraine with Brainstem Aura doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Migraine with Brainstem Aura 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 Migraine with Brainstem Aura doctor near Columbia, SC?

    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 Migraine with Brainstem Aura 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 Migraine with Brainstem Aura 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 Migraine with Brainstem Aura doctors near Columbia, SC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Migraine with Brainstem Aura 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 Migraine with Brainstem Aura doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Migraine with Brainstem Aura 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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