The 20 Best Myasthenia Gravis Doctors Near Me in aston, PA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 63 doctor with experience in Myasthenia Gravis near aston, PA. Of these, 51 are Experienced, 6 are Elite, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Family Medicine

    Pennsylvania Urgent Care Centers, PLLC

    5024 Pennell Rd, 
    Aston, PA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lance Wilson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Aston, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wilson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, TMJ Disorders, Sciatica, and Asthma. Dr. Wilson is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Myasthenia Gravis
    Elite in Myasthenia Gravis
    Referral may be required

    Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chafic Karam is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Karam is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 54 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, Tissue Biopsy, and Laminectomy. Dr. Karam is board certified in Neuromuscular Medicine, 2012 and Neurology, 2011. Dr. Karam is currently accepting new patients.

    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Health, Glen Mills

    101 Applied Bank Blvd., Suite 11, 
    Glen Mills, PA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Gottlieb is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gottlieb is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Microcephaly, Tourette Syndrome, GAPO Syndrome, and Zika Virus Disease. Dr. Gottlieb is board certified in Neurology - Child Neurology, 1997 and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Gottlieb is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

    1600 Rockland Road, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian White is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. White is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Papilledema, Agnosia, Strabismus, and Color Blindness. Dr. White is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. White is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

    1600 Rockland Road, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Manish Kumar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dysferlinopathy, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Migraine, Osteotomy, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Kumar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Kumar is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

    1600 Rockland Road, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jennifer Hubbard is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Hubbard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS). Dr. Hubbard is board certified in Pediatric Nursing Certification Board. Dr. Hubbard is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

    1600 Rockland Road, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elizabeth Wright-Jin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Wright-Jin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acrocallosal Syndrome, Corpus Callosum Agenesis, Aicardi Syndrome, and Bone Dysplasia Corpus Callosum Agenesis. Dr. Wright-Jin is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Wright-Jin is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

    1600 Rockland Road, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients

    Lily Tran is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Tran is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. She is also highly rated in 59 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Absence Seizure, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Dr. Tran is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Tran is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

    1600 Rockland Road, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anand Gundakaram is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Gundakaram is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Migraine, and Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome. Dr. Gundakaram is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Gundakaram is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

    1600 Rockland Road, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Welcher is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Welcher is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Transient Tic Disorder, Familial Dysautonomia, Spasmus Nutans, and Stereotypic Movement Disorder. Dr. Welcher is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

    1600 Rockland Road, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Karen Carvalho is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Carvalho is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Tetrasomy X, Absence Seizure, and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Dr. Carvalho is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Carvalho is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Myasthenia Gravis
    Distinguished in Myasthenia Gravis
    Referral required

    Penn Pituitary Center

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Grant Liu is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Liu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Increased Intracranial Pressure, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Papilledema, Thymectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Liu is board certified in Neurology, 1993. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Myasthenia Gravis
    Distinguished in Myasthenia Gravis
    Referral may be required

    Penn Nerve Center University City

    3737 Market Street, 7th Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shawn Bird is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bird is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, Brachial Plexopathy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Bird is board certified in Neuromuscular Medicine, 2011 and Neurology, 1990. Dr. Bird is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Myasthenia Gravis
    Distinguished in Myasthenia Gravis
    Referral required

    Penn Neurology University City

    3737 Market Street, 8th Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sami Khella is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Khella is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Familial Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Primary Amyloidosis, and Myasthenia Gravis. Dr. Khella is board certified in Neurology, 1990. Dr. Khella is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Internal Medicine

    Advocare LLC

    3475 West Chester Pike Ste 235, 
    Newtown Square, PA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Madeleine Heaney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. Dr. Heaney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sengers Syndrome, Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Sitosterolemia, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.

    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    614 Clifton Ave, 
    Darby, PA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Martin A Malz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Darby, Pennsylvania. Dr. A Malz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Referral may be required

    Penn Neurology Westtown

    200 Willowbrook Lane, Suite 210, 
    West Chester, PA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pasquale Brancazio is a Neurologist practicing medicine in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brancazio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Brancazio is board certified in Neurology, 1996. Dr. Brancazio is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Family Medicine

    PentaHealth Family Practice West Chester

    1240 Wrights Lane, 
    West Chester, PA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Catania is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Dr. Catania is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Coronary Heart Disease, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Catania is board certified in Family Medicine, 2012. Dr. Catania is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Referral required

    Neurology Specialist Swank

    501 West 14th Street, Gateway, 5th Floor, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Handler is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Handler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Memory Loss. Dr. Handler is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Experienced in Myasthenia Gravis
    Referral may be required

    Wilmington Neurology Consultants

    701 N. Clayton Street, MOB, Suite 407, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Sommers is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Sommers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Wyburn-Mason Syndrome, and Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome. Dr. Sommers is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology Neurology. Dr. Sommers is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Myasthenia Gravis?

    Myasthenia gravis is a neuromuscular disorder. Neuromuscular disorders involve the muscles and the nerves that control them.

    What type of doctors treat myasthenia gravis? 

    A myasthenia gravis care team often includes several types of specialists who work together to manage symptoms: 

    • Neurologists lead the care team, as myasthenia gravis primarily affects nerve and muscle communication. They conduct blood tests to check for biomarkers and nerve tests like electromyography to see how nerves and muscles work together.   
    • Rheumatologists may help if other autoimmune diseases are present because they specialize in treating diseases that attack the immune system. 
    • Pulmonologists are lung doctors who monitor and treat breathing issues, which can be affected by myasthenia gravis. 
    • Ophthalmologists are eye doctors who can address vision-related symptoms, such as drooping eyelids or double vision. 
    • Speech-language pathologists assist with any speech or swallowing difficulties due to weakness in the muscles of the throat, face, and jaw. 
    • Physical and occupational therapists help patients maintain muscle strength and mobility and navigate daily activities safely to avoid injury. 
    • Primary care physicians coordinate care and manage general health needs. 

    Is myasthenia gravis an autoimmune or neurological disorder? 

    Myasthenia gravis is both an autoimmune and a neurological disorder. It is autoimmune because the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy parts of itself. In myasthenia gravis, the immune system attacks the proteins that allow nerves and muscles to communicate. This causes problems in the neurological system, which controls muscles, leading to muscle weakness and tiredness. The condition mostly affects muscles that control eye movement, eyelids, facial expressions, chewing, and even breathing. Because it’s both an autoimmune and neurological disorder, rheumatologists and neurologists may work together to help manage it. 

    How is myasthenia gravis treated?  

    Myasthenia gravis is treated in a few different ways to help people manage their symptoms. Doctors may prescribe medicines like acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, which can improve muscle strength by helping nerves send signals to muscles more easily. Immunosuppressive drugs, which slow down the immune system, can also help by stopping the immune system from attacking the body’s own muscle proteins. In more serious cases, doctors might suggest treatments like plasmapheresis or intravenous immunoglobulin, which work quickly to reduce symptoms by removing harmful antibodies from the blood or adding good antibodies to fight the disease. Some people might also have surgery called a thymectomy to remove the thymus gland, which can lower the immune system’s attacks over time. 

    How does myasthenia gravis progress?  

    Myasthenia gravis can start with mild symptoms, like drooping eyelids or tiredness in the face or neck. Over time, the weakness can spread to other muscles, making it harder to chew, speak, or even breathe in serious cases. The condition can get worse during times of stress, illness, or with certain medications, which may lead to what’s called a “myasthenic crisis.” In a myasthenic crisis, muscle weakness becomes so severe that breathing muscles are affected, and emergency medical help is needed. Managing symptoms, getting enough rest, and avoiding triggers like stress or infections can help slow the progression and keep the symptoms more stable. 

    What is the life expectancy for someone with myasthenia gravis?   

    Most people with myasthenia gravis can live a normal life span, especially with good medical care. Even though myasthenia gravis is a chronic (long-term) condition, today’s treatments can help most people control their symptoms and live active lives. Some people may have periods when their symptoms get worse, especially if it affects their breathing. With the right treatment and regular check-ups, most complications can be prevented. 

    When should I see a Myasthenia Gravis doctor near aston, PA?

    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 Myasthenia Gravis doctor near aston, PA?

    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 Myasthenia Gravis doctors near aston, PA?

    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 Myasthenia Gravis doctors near aston, PA?

    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 Myasthenia Gravis doctor near aston, PA?

    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 Myasthenia Gravis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Myasthenia Gravis 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 Myasthenia Gravis doctor near aston, PA?

    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 Myasthenia Gravis 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 Myasthenia Gravis 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 Myasthenia Gravis doctors near aston, PA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Myasthenia Gravis 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 Myasthenia Gravis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Myasthenia Gravis 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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