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    MediFind found 50 doctor with experience in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) near Miami, FL. Of these, 8 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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      Pediatric Hematology Oncology
      Pediatric Hematology Oncology

      University Of Miami

      1611 Nw 12 Th Ave, Jackson Memorial Hospital, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ofelia Alvarez is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider in Miami, Florida. Dr. Alvarez has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemolytic Anemia.

      Jonathan Trent
      Oncology | Hematology
      Oncology | Hematology

      University Of Miami

      1611 Nw 12 Th Ave, Jackson Memorial Hospital, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jonathan Trent is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Trent is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Mesenchymoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Bone Tumor.

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      University Of Miami

      1115 Nw 14th St, Applebaum Mri Center, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Thomas Eluvathingal is a Radiologist in Miami, Florida. His top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.

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

      University Of Miami

      1475 Nw 12th Ave, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ruham Alshiekh is a Neurologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Alshiekh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Her top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT), Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), and Neuroepithelioma.

      Neurosurgery
      Neurosurgery

      University Of Miami

      1475 Nw 12th Ave, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Allan Levi is a Neurosurgery provider in Miami, Florida. Dr. Levi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His top areas of expertise are Meningocele, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

      Radiology | Pediatric Radiology
      Radiology | Pediatric Radiology

      University Of Miami

      1475 Nw 12th Ave, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mario Zaritzky is a Radiologist and a Pediatric Radiologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Zaritzky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His top areas of expertise are Porencephaly, Schizencephaly, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, and Diffuse Panbronchiolitis.

      Nurse Practitioner
      Nurse Practitioner

      University Of Miami

      1475 Nw 12th Ave, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michelle Von Der Heyde is a Nurse Practitioner in Miami, Florida. Her top area of expertise is Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).

      Neuroradiology | Radiology
      Neuroradiology | Radiology

      University Of Miami

      1475 Nw 12th Ave, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Alexander Mckinney is a Neuroradiologist and a Radiologist in Miami, Florida. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

      Orthopedics
      Orthopedics

      University Of Miami

      900 Nw 17th St, Ableh/bpei, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Harry Temple is an Orthopedics provider in Miami, Florida. Dr. Temple is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Epithelioid Sarcoma, Bone Graft, and Knee Replacement.

      Ophthalmology
      Ophthalmology

      University Of Miami

      900 Nw 17th St, Ableh/bpei, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Maja Kostic is an Ophthalmologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Kostic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Her top areas of expertise are Increased Intracranial Pressure, Papilledema, Optic Neuritis, and Strabismus.

      Ophthalmology
      Ophthalmology

      University Of Miami

      900 Nw 17th St, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Tse is an Ophthalmologist in Miami, Florida. His top areas of expertise are Eyelid Drooping, Blocked Tear Duct, Ptosis, Anophthalmia Plus Syndrome, and Vitrectomy.

      Nurse Practitioner
      Nurse Practitioner
      1475 Nw 12th Ave, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Alyssa Desanti is a Nurse Practitioner in Miami, Florida. Her top area of expertise is Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).

      Radiology | Neuroradiology | Pediatric Radiology
      Radiology | Neuroradiology | Pediatric Radiology

      University Of Miami

      1400 Nw 12 Ave, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gaurav Saigal is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Saigal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.

      Pediatric Hematology Oncology
      Pediatric Hematology Oncology

      University Of Miami

      1611 Nw 12 Ave, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Aditi Dhir is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider in Miami, Florida. Dr. Dhir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Her top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Osteosarcoma, Ewing Sarcoma, Hepatoblastoma, and Liver Embolization.

      Ophthalmology | Neurology
      Ophthalmology | Neurology

      University Of Miami

      1611 Nw 12 Th Ave, Jackson Memorial Hospital, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joshua Pasol is an Ophthalmologist and a Neurologist in Miami, Florida. His top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Papilledema, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Vitrectomy, and Stent Placement.

      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      University Of Miami

      1400 Nw 14th St, University Of Miami Hospit, 
      Miami, FL 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Emily Jonczak is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Jonczak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Her top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, and Synovial Sarcoma.

      Ophthalmology
      Ophthalmology
      3915 Biscayne Blvd, 314, 
      Miami, FL 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Zenia Aguilera is an Ophthalmologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Aguilera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Her top areas of expertise are Amblyopia, Strabismus, Astigmatism, and Epicanthal Folds.

      Advanced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
      Pediatric Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
      Pediatric Hematology Oncology

      Kidz Medical Services Inc

      3100 Sw 62nd Ave, Suite 121 / North East Win, 
      Miami, FL 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ziad Khatib is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider in Miami, Florida. Dr. Khatib is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His top areas of expertise are Medulloblastoma, Glioma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Advanced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
      Medical Genetics
      Advanced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
      Medical Genetics
      3100 Sw 62nd Ave, 1st Floor, 
      Miami, FL 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Dutch, Flemish, Hindi, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mislen Bauer is a Medical Genetics provider in Miami, Florida. Dr. Bauer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Her top areas of expertise are Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 7 (MPS VII, Sly Syndrome), Triple X Syndrome, Neurofibromatosis, and Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Dr. Bauer is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
      Ophthalmology
      3200 Sw 60th Ct, Suite 103, 
      Miami, FL 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Roberto Warman is an Ophthalmologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Warman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His top areas of expertise are Epicanthal Folds, Amblyopia, Blocked Tear Duct, and Strabismus.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Miami, FL?

      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 Miami, FL?

      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 Miami, FL?

      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 Miami, FL?

      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 Miami, FL?

      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 Miami, FL?

      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 Miami, FL?

      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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