The 20 Best Myelomeningocele Doctors in The United States

Find the Top Myelomeningocele Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 2692 doctor with experience in Myelomeningocele near The United States. Of these, 2320 are Experienced, 287 are Advanced, 65 are Distinguished and 18 are Elite.

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    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Elite in Myelomeningocele

    Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center

    2400 Pratt St, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I look forward to going to work at Duke Health every day. I get the opportunity to help others while doing work that is stimulating and challenging each and every day. My practice covers all surgical and medical aspects of pediatric urology. Common surgical problems are correction of hypospadias, undescended testes, vesicoureteral reflux, and urinary obstruction. Medical issues include incontinence and urinary tract infections. Urological care of spina bifida is another large area of my focus. As a surgeon, I am able to use my hands and harness the creative parts of my mind toward that goal. Working with children is a joy and keeps me young and on my toes. Having three children of my own keeps me grounded and makes me individualize the plan for each patient as I would want for my own child. I feel fortunate to be at Duke where I am surrounded by brilliant colleagues and curious students. This stimulation drives me to strive to be my best and to conduct research that will benefit my own patients and similar children worldwide. Dr. Wiener is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Neurogenic Bladder, Neurogenic Bowel, Lithotripsy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Wiener is board certified in American Board Of Urology, Pediatric Urology and American Board Of Urology, Urology.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Elite in Myelomeningocele

    UPMC Department Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation

    3600 Forbes Avenue, Forbes Tower 3010, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brad Dicianno, MD, is a physiatrist and bioengineer and is certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He is the Medical Director of the UPMC Center for Assistive Technology, Director of the UPMC Adult Spina Bifida Clinic, and Medical Director and COO of the Human Engineering Research Laboratories. He also is a Professor, Endowed Research Chair, and Assistant Dean for Medical Student Research at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at UPMC.Dr. Dicianno’s clinical interests are in the areas of spina bifida and assistive technology. His research interests lie at the intersection of disability, assistive technology, and value-based care. Specifically, he is interested in studying how technologies can improve outcomes for people with disability and improve the delivery of health care and community-based services. He is a member of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, the International Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and the Clinician Task Force.View the full list of Dr. Dicianno’s publications on PubMed. Dr. Dicianno is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Paraplegia, Cerebral Palsy, and Hydrocele. Dr. Dicianno is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Office

    6651 Main St Ste F1040, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Belfort is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Belfort is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Placenta Previa, Hysterectomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery

    Office

    23920 Katy Fwy Ste 510, 
    Katy, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kuojen Tsao is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Katy, Texas. Dr. Tsao is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Myelomeningocele, Hernia, Appendectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    University Of Colorado

    12631 East 17th Avenue, Suite B198-5, 
    Aurora, CO 
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Zaretsky is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Aurora, Colorado. He has been practicing medicine for over 29 years. Dr. Zaretsky is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Hernia, Pulmonary Sequestration, and Endoscopy. Dr. Zaretsky is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology and American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Zaretsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Office

    719 Thompson Ln Ste 27100, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kelly Bennett is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Bennett is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Gastroschisis, Hernia, Infantile Apnea, and Hysterectomy.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 1484, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Austin is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Austin is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Appendicitis, Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung, Appendectomy, and Splenectomy.

    Distinguished in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery
    Distinguished in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery

    ETSU Physicians & Associates- Pediatric Surgery

    325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Lillegard is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Liver Failure, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, and Phenylketonuria (PKU). Dr. Lillegard is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Advanced in Myelomeningocele
    Advanced in Myelomeningocele

    Advocate Medical Group Pediatrics

    4440 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dimitrios Nikas is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Nikas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Plagiocephaly, Hydrocephalus, Horner Syndrome, and Craniectomy. Dr. Nikas is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julie Moldenhauer is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Moldenhauer is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Pulmonary Sequestration, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Neurosurgery
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Neurosurgery

    Children's Of Alabama

    1600 7th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Blount is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Blount is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Endovascular Embolization.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Office

    6651 Main St Ste F420, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahmed Nassr is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Nassr is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Myelomeningocele, Polyhydramnios, Endoscopy, and Hysterectomy.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    General Surgery
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    General Surgery

    Diana L. Farmer, MD Private Practice

    2425 Stockton Blvd, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Diana Farmer is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sacramento, California. Dr. Farmer is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Appendicitis, Tubal Disease, Appendectomy, and Laminectomy. Dr. Farmer is board certified in Surgery (Sub: Pediatric Surgery) and Surgery General Surgery.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Elite in Myelomeningocele

    Texas Childrens Hospital

    6621 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Whitehead is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Whitehead is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Hydrocephalus, Meningocele, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Elite in Myelomeningocele

    UT Physicians Pediatric Center Cardiology-Texas Medical Center

    6410 Fannin St Ste 950, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Fletcher is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fletcher is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Dandy-Walker Syndrome, Hydrocephalus, Thrombectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    34th & Civic Center Blvd, Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Johnson is a Neonatologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Hernia, Hydrops Fetalis, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery

    Office

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Flake is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Flake is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Myelomeningocele, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Neurosurgery
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Neurosurgery

    Children's Of Alabama

    1600 7th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brandon Rocque is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Rocque is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Rhizotomy.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

    3333 Burnet Ave, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Foong-yen Lim is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Lim is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Myelomeningocele, Hernia, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery

    Nationwide Children's Hospital

    700 Childrens Dr, 
    Columbus, OH 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Oluyinka Olutoye is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Olutoye is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Endoscopy, and Splenectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Myelomeningocele?

    Myelomeningocele is a birth defect in which the backbone and spinal canal do not close fully before birth.

    The condition is a type of neural tube defect (NTD).

    When should I see a Myelomeningocele doctor in The United States?

    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 Myelomeningocele doctor in The United States?

    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 Myelomeningocele doctors in The United States?

    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 Myelomeningocele doctors in The United States?

    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 Myelomeningocele doctor in The United States?

    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 Myelomeningocele doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Myelomeningocele 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 Myelomeningocele doctor in The United States?

    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 Myelomeningocele 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 Myelomeningocele 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 Myelomeningocele doctors in The United States?

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

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