The 20 Best Myelitis Doctors Near Me in Rio de Janeiro, BR

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 47 doctor with experience in Myelitis near Rio de Janeiro, BR. Of these, 38 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Myelitis

    Marzia Sohler-Puccioni
    Distinguished in Myelitis

    Marzia Sohler-Puccioni
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Marzia Sohler-Puccioni practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Sohler-Puccioni is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Her top areas of expertise are HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Myelitis, Dengue Fever, and Spastic Paraparesis.

    Distinguished in Myelitis

    Ralf J. Clemens
    Distinguished in Myelitis

    Ralf J. Clemens
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Ralf Clemens practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Clemens is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. His top areas of expertise are Poliomyelitis, Myelitis, Flu, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Advanced in Myelitis

    Otavio M. Espindola
    Advanced in Myelitis

    Otavio M. Espindola
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Otavio Espindola practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Espindola is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. His top areas of expertise are HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Myelitis, Spastic Paraparesis, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

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    Advanced in Myelitis

    Abelardo Q. Araujo
    Advanced in Myelitis

    Abelardo Q. Araujo
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Abelardo Araujo practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Araujo is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. His top areas of expertise are Spastic Paraparesis, HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Myelitis, and Spasticity.

    Advanced in Myelitis

    Yago P. Gomes
    Advanced in Myelitis

    Yago P. Gomes
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Yago Gomes practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Gomes is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Their top areas of expertise are HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Spastic Paraparesis, Myelitis, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Advanced in Myelitis

    Marco A. Lima
    Advanced in Myelitis

    Marco A. Lima
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Marco Lima practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Lima is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. His top areas of expertise are HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Spastic Paraparesis, Sporotrichosis, and Myelitis.

    Advanced in Myelitis

    Tulius T. Silva
    Advanced in Myelitis

    Tulius T. Silva
    Niteroi, RJ, BR 

    Tulius Silva practices in Niteroi, Brazil. Silva is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Their top areas of expertise are HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Spastic Paraparesis, Myelitis, and Familial Benign Copper Deficiency.

    Advanced in Myelitis

    Ana B. Leite
    Advanced in Myelitis

    Ana B. Leite
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Ana Leite practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Leite is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Their top areas of expertise are HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Spastic Paraparesis, Myelitis, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Advanced in Myelitis

    Abrahao F. Baptista
    Advanced in Myelitis

    Abrahao F. Baptista
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Abrahao Baptista practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Baptista is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Their top areas of expertise are Erb's Palsy, Spastic Paraparesis, HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, and Neuralgia.

    Experienced in Myelitis

    Antonio D. Lima
    Experienced in Myelitis

    Antonio D. Lima
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Antonio Lima practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Lima is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Their top areas of expertise are HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Spastic Paraparesis, and Myelitis.

    Experienced in Myelitis

    Juliana Lima-Echevarria
    Experienced in Myelitis

    Juliana Lima-Echevarria
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Juliana Lima-Echevarria practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Ms. Lima-Echevarria is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Her top areas of expertise are HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Spastic Paraparesis, Myelitis, and Acute Erythroid Leukemia (AEL).

    Experienced in Myelitis

    Queiroz C. Araujo
    Experienced in Myelitis

    Queiroz C. Araujo
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Queiroz Araujo practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Araujo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Their top areas of expertise are HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Spastic Paraparesis, and Myelitis.

    Experienced in Myelitis

    Mauro J. Castro-Cabral
    Experienced in Myelitis

    Mauro J. Castro-Cabral
    Niteroi, RJ, BR 

    Mauro Castro-Cabral practices in Niteroi, Brazil. Mr. Castro-Cabral is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. His top areas of expertise are Togaviridae Disease, Arbovirosis, Chikungunya, Dengue Fever, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Myelitis

    Marco A. Orsini
    Experienced in Myelitis

    Marco A. Orsini
    Niteroi, RJ, BR 

    Marco Orsini practices in Niteroi, Brazil. Mr. Orsini is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. His top areas of expertise are Post Polio Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Myelomeningocele, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Myelitis

    Regina P. Alvarenga
    Experienced in Myelitis

    Regina P. Alvarenga
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Regina Alvarenga practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Alvarenga is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Their top areas of expertise are Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Experienced in Myelitis

    Soniza V. Leon-Alves
    Experienced in Myelitis

    Soniza V. Leon-Alves
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Soniza Leon-Alves practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Leon-Alves is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Their top areas of expertise are Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Experienced in Myelitis

    Ana P. Vicente
    Experienced in Myelitis

    Ana P. Vicente
    Av. Brasil, 4365 Manguinhos, 
    Manguinhos, RJ, BR 

    Ana Vicente practices in Manguinhos, Brazil. Ms. Vicente is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Her top areas of expertise are Mansonelliasis, Spastic Paraparesis, Cholera, and Giardia Infection.

    Experienced in Myelitis

    Osvaldo M. Nascimento
    Experienced in Myelitis

    Osvaldo M. Nascimento
    Niteroi, RJ, BR 

    Osvaldo Nascimento practices in Niteroi, Brazil. Nascimento is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Their top areas of expertise are Zika Virus Disease, Leprosy, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy.

    Experienced in Myelitis

    Silvane B. Santos
    Experienced in Myelitis

    Silvane B. Santos
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Silvane Santos practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Santos is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. Their top areas of expertise are Spastic Paraparesis, HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy, Myelitis, and Spasticity.

    Experienced in Myelitis

    Edson E. Da Silva
    Experienced in Myelitis

    Edson E. Da Silva
    Rio De Janeiro, RJ, BR 

    Edson Da Silva practices in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Mr. Da Silva is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myelitis. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, ECHO Virus, Proctitis, and Poliomyelitis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Myelitis?

    Myelitis is the inflammation of the spinal cord, of which there are different types, such as acute flaccid myelitis and transverse myelitis. Acute flaccid myelitis is a rare but serious disease that causes weakness of the reflexes and muscles. Transverse myelitis causes a band-like sensation across the trunk of the body with lower sensory changes. Causes of both types of myelitis are believed to be infections, viruses, immune disorders, and other diseases which destroy the myelin sheath that covers nerve fibers.

    When should I see a Myelitis doctor in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

    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 Myelitis doctor in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

    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 do I find the best Myelitis doctor in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

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    How does MediFind rank Myelitis doctors in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

    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 Myelitis doctors in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

    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 Myelitis doctor in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

    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 Myelitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Myelitis 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 Myelitis doctor in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

    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 Myelitis 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 Myelitis 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 Myelitis doctors in Rio de Janeiro, BR?

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

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