The 20 Best Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome) Doctors Near Me in North Carolina, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome) near North Carolina, US. Of these, 10 are Experienced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Muenzer is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Muenzer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3A (MPS IIIA, Sanfilippo Syndrome A). Dr. Muenzer is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Distinguished in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)

    University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

    143 W Franklin St, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Escolar is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Escolar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3 (MPS III, Sanfilippo Syndrome), and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome).

    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Pediatrics

    Lenox Baker Children's Hospital

    3000 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    I find joy and satisfaction in my dedication to the care of children with rare diseases specifically: genetic disorders and inherited disorders of metabolism. Due to many years of training and practice, I have experience involving care of patients with a variety of genetic and metabolic conditions, including but not limited to glycogen storage diseases, fatty acid oxidation defects, mitochondrial disorders, lysosomal storage diseases, urea cycle disorders, organic acidurias, aminoacidopathies, and infantile hepatopathy due to LARS mutations, etc. I enjoy working together with children and their parents, whom I consider an important part of the team. I pursued this field because it gives me great satisfaction and pleasure to see the children with these conditions grow, and the patients and families feel cared for, and not isolated. I love learning about the children's interests, and see that they grow happy and healthy. I think out of the box when there is a challenge that needs to be met for the patient's care and management. Dr. Hassan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency, Protein Deficiency, Von Gierke Disease, and Long-Chain 3-Hydroxyacyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency. Dr. Hassan is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, Clinical Genetics and American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, Clinical Biochemical Genetics.

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    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Cardiology

    Atrium Health Levine Children's HEARTest Yard Congenital Heart Center

    1001 Blythe Blvd., Suite 500, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Munes Fares is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Fares is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). He is also highly rated in 60 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transposition of the Great Arteries, Coronary Artery Aneurysm, Ventricular Septal Defects, Tetralogy of Fallot, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Fares is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology and American Board Of Pediatrics/Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatrics. Dr. Fares is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Family Medicine

    Novant Health Medical Group LLC

    9101 Monroe Rd Ste 155, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marshall Mcmillan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Mcmillan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Idiopathic Pulmonary Hemosiderosis, and Hemosiderosis.

    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics

    The Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital Operating Corporation

    1200 N Elm St, 
    Greensboro, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chad Haldeman is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Greensboro, North Carolina. Dr. Haldeman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fabry Disease, Megalencephalic Leukoencephalopathy with Subcortical Cysts, Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency, and Pompe Disease.

    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Internal Medicine

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hannah Coletti is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Coletti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). Her clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), Cryptococcosis, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Internal Medicine

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dalton Sherwood is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Sherwood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), and Cardiac Ablation.

    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics

    University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Adams is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Adams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency, Megalencephalic Leukoencephalopathy with Subcortical Cysts, Fabry Disease, and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). Dr. Adams is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Geriatrics

    ECU Physicians

    101 Heart Dr, 
    Greenville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Qing Cao is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Greenville, North Carolina. Dr. Cao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Gastrostomy, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Internal Medicine

    North Carolina Heart & Vascular (Rocky Mount-Professional Drive)

    2460 Curtis Ellis Dr Bldg 100, 
    Rocky Mount, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sudhir Prasada is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Dr. Prasada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Atherosclerosis.

    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Hospital Medicine | Cardiology
    Experienced in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Hospital Medicine | Cardiology

    University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Mazzella is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Hospital Medicine provider practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Mazzella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Block, Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Pacemaker Implantation, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Mazzella is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is the definition of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)?

    Mucopolysaccharidosis type I (MPS I) is a condition that affects many parts of the body. This disorder was once divided into three separate syndromes: Hurler syndrome (MPS I-H), Hurler-Scheie syndrome (MPS I-H/S), and Scheie syndrome (MPS I-S), listed from most to least severe. Because there is so much overlap between each of these three syndromes, MPS I is currently divided into the severe and attenuated types.

    When should I see a Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome) doctor in North Carolina, US?

    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 Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome) doctor in North Carolina, US?

    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 Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome) doctors in North Carolina, US?

    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 Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome) doctors in North Carolina, US?

    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 Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome) doctor in North Carolina, US?

    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 Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler 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 Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome) doctor in North Carolina, US?

    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 Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler 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 Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler 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 Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome) doctors in North Carolina, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler 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 Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler 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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