The 20 Best Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) Doctors Near Me in Alabama, US

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

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 46 doctor with experience in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) near Alabama, US. Of these, 28 are Elite, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Experienced.

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    Elite in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Elite in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required
    1717 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bruce Korf is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Korf is rated as an Elite 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 Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Legius Syndrome, and RASopathies. Dr. Korf is currently accepting new patients.

    Plastic Surgery
    Plastic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Mountain Brook Plastic Surgery And Laser Center

    2850 Cahaba Rd Ste 100, 
    Mountain Brk, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sherry Collawn is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Mountain Brk, Alabama. Dr. Collawn is rated as an Experienced 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 Eyelid Drooping, Legius Syndrome, Ptosis, and RASopathies. Dr. Collawn is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    500 22nd St S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Carly Elston is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Elston is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Erythroderma, Exfoliative Dermatitis, Muir-Torre Syndrome, and Actinic Keratosis. Dr. Elston is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Internal Medicine

    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC

    2000 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vanessa Eulo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Eulo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fibrosarcoma, Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor, Neurofibromatosis, and Mesenchymoma. Dr. Eulo is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Nurse Practitioner
    Advanced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Nurse Practitioner
    Referral may be required

    UAB Dept. Of Genetics

    720 20th St S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tammi Skelton is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Skelton, NP is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) and Neurofibromatosis. Skelton, NP is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Experienced in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
    Referral may be required

    Robert J. Bentley LLC

    4960 Rice Mine Rd NE Ste 40, 
    Tuscaloosa, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Bentley is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Bentley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rosacea, Liver Spots, Universal Acquired Melanosis, and Actinic Keratosis. Dr. Bentley is currently accepting new patients.

    Hematology | Oncology
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Children's Of Alabama

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

    Girish Dhall is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Dhall is rated as an Experienced 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 Brain Tumor, Medulloblastoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri. Dr. Dhall is currently accepting new patients.

    Pediatric Radiology | Pediatrics | Radiology
    Pediatric Radiology | Pediatrics | Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Usa Health Physician Billing Services LLC

    1700 Ctr St, 
    Mobile, AL 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Francavilla is a Pediatric Radiologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Mobile, Alabama. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Francavilla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His clinical expertise encompasses Exstrophy of the Bladder, Scoliosis, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Nasal Flaring, and Osteotomy. Dr. Francavilla is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    Eye Center Surgeons & Assoc. LLC

    401 Meridian St N Ste 200, 
    Huntsville, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Julie Calderwood is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Huntsville, Alabama. Dr. Calderwood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Amblyopia, and Fourth Cranial Nerve Palsy. Dr. Calderwood is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral required

    University Of Alabama Hospital

    619 19th St S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ferdinand Urthaler is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Urthaler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, and Aortic Valve Stenosis. Dr. Urthaler is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    Univ. Of Alabama Ophthalmology Services Foundation

    700 18th St S Ste 601, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Vaphiades is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Vaphiades is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Papilledema, and Increased Intracranial Pressure. Dr. Vaphiades is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    Children's Of Alabama

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

    Charles Torgerson-Ii is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Torgerson-Ii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Scoliosis, and Familial Short Stature (FSS). Dr. Torgerson-Ii is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    UAB Highlands

    1201 11th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rhodemarie Maron is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Maron is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses VEXAS Syndrome, Encephalitis, Brain Tumor, and Memory Loss. Dr. Maron is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    Whatley Health Services Inc

    809 University Blvd E, 
    Tuscaloosa, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Evans is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Evans is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Multiple Myeloma, Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Evans is currently accepting new patients.

    Pediatric Radiology
    Pediatric Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Children's Of Alabama

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

    Yoginder Vaid is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Vaid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His clinical expertise encompasses Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Sheehan Syndrome. Dr. Vaid is currently accepting new patients.

    General Surgery
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    The Childrens Hospital Of Alabama

    1940 Elmer J Bissell Rd, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Wiatrak is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Wiatrak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His clinical expertise encompasses Genital Warts and Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Dr. Wiatrak is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama Hospital

    619 19th St S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shawn Gilbert is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Gilbert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Blount Disease, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD), Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Gilbert is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    Children's Of Alabama

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

    Christopher Guion is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Guion is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His clinical expertise encompasses Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Scoliosis, Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Familial Short Stature (FSS). Dr. Guion is currently accepting new patients.

    Pediatric Radiology
    Pediatric Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Children's Of Alabama

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

    Eric Howell is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Howell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His clinical expertise encompasses Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Sheehan Syndrome. Dr. Howell is currently accepting new patients.

    Referral may be required

    Children's Of Alabama

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

    Pallavi Ghosh is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Ghosh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Cerebral Hypoxia, Croup, and Diarrhea. Dr. Ghosh is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 in Alabama, US?

    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 in Alabama, US?

    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 in Alabama, US?

    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 in Alabama, US?

    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 in Alabama, US?

    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 in Alabama, US?

    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 in Alabama, US?

    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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