The 20 Best Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) Doctors Near Me in Santa Monica, CA

Find the Top Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 147 doctor with experience in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) near Santa Monica, CA. Of these, 35 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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147 providers found
    Distinguished in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Distinguished in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)

    Office

    200 Med Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Phioanh Nghiemphu is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Nghiemphu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, and Brain Tumor.

    Advanced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Neurology
    Advanced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Neurology

    Limited To Official Government Duties On

    710 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aylin Reid is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Reid is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Post-Traumatic Epilepsy, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Seizures, and Neurofibromatosis.

    Elite in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Pediatric Neurology
    Elite in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Pediatric Neurology

    Children's Hospital Los Angeles

    4650 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tena Rosser is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Rosser is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Schwannomatosis, and Memory Loss.

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    Experienced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Neuroradiology

    UCLA Medical Center-Santa Monica

    1250 16th St, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Noriko Salamon is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Salamon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cortical Dysplasia, Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

    Pediatric Radiology
    Pediatric Radiology

    UCLA Medical Center-Santa Monica

    1250 16th St, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Iskander is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Iskander is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Chronic Cough.

    Experienced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Experienced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)

    Mri UCLA Beach Imaging & Interventional Center

    1919 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 300, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kambiz Motamedi is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Motamedi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tenosynovitis, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.

    Experienced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Experienced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    2125 Arizona Avenue, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jose Carrillo is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Carrillo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Oligodendroglioma. Dr. Carrillo is currently accepting new patients.

    2125 Arizona Avenue, Floor 2, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Naveed Wagle is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Wagle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Gliosarcoma, and Glioma. Dr. Wagle is currently accepting new patients.

    2121 Santa Monica Boulevard, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Santosh Kesari is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Kesari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, Brain Tumor, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Kesari is currently accepting new patients.

    Office

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Varand Ghazikhanian is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ghazikhanian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His clinical expertise encompasses Caffey Disease, Tenosynovitis, Herniated Disk, and Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.

    Experienced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Plastic Surgery
    200 Ucla Medical Plaza, Suite 465, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Reza Jarrahy is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Jarrahy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Autosomal Cleft Palate, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, Facial Paralysis, and Osteotomy. Dr. Jarrahy is currently accepting new patients.

    Neuroradiology
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    757 Westwood Plz Ste 1633, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bryan Yoo is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Yoo is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Headache, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), and Thrombectomy.

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arash Bedayat is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bedayat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, and Collapsed Lung.

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jordan Gross is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Gross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His clinical expertise encompasses Tenosynovitis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Synovitis, and Epithelioid Sarcoma.

    Neuroradiology
    Neuroradiology

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Whitney Pope is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Pope is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gliomatosis Cerebri, Hydrocephalus, Stroke, and Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.

    Neuroradiology
    Neuroradiology

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Luke Ledbetter is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ledbetter is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, CAPOS Syndrome, and Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).

    Radiology
    Radiology

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alice Ha is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ha is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Caffey Disease, Myxoid Liposarcoma, Epithelioid Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, and Hip Replacement.

    Interventional Radiology
    Interventional Radiology

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fereidoun Abtin is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Abtin is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Pleural Effusion, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maitraya Patel is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Patel is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Thyroid Nodule, Visceromegaly, and Angiomyoma.

    Neuroradiology
    Neuroradiology

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Linetsky is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Linetsky is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Meningioma, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)?

    Neurofibromatosis-1 (NF1) is an inherited disorder in which nerve tissue tumors (neurofibromas) form in the:

    • Upper and lower layers of the skin
    • Nerves from the brain (cranial nerves) and spinal cord (spinal root nerves)

    When should I see a Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) doctor near Santa Monica, CA?

    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 Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) doctor near Santa Monica, CA?

    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 Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) doctors near Santa Monica, CA?

    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 Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) doctors near Santa Monica, CA?

    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 Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) doctor near Santa Monica, CA?

    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 Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) 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 Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) doctor near Santa Monica, CA?

    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 Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) 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 Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) 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 Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) doctors near Santa Monica, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) 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 Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) 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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