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

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

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 73 doctor with experience in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) near Louisiana, US. Of these, 31 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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

    Neuromedical Center

    10101 Park Rowe Ave Ste 200, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Russell Williams is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Williams 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 Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus, and Cervical Myelopathy.

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

    Ochsner Lafayette General Neurosurgery

    155 Hospital Dr, Ste 301, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alan Appley is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Appley is rated as an Experienced 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 Radiation Induced Meningioma, Meningioma, Cervical Spondylosis, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Laminectomy. Dr. Appley is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ochsner Health Center - Covington

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Houghton is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Houghton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Essential Tremor, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Houghton is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Houghton is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cuong Bui is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Bui is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Bui is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurosurgery. Dr. Bui is currently accepting new patients.

    Pediatric Radiology
    Pediatric Radiology

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Ward is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Ward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Knock Knees.

    Neurosurgery
    Neurosurgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marcus Ware is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Ware is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Gliosarcoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Ware is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurosurgery. Dr. Ware is currently accepting new patients.

    Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport-Monroe Medical Center

    4864 Jackson St, 
    Monroe, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brenton Mcdonald is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Monroe, Louisiana. Dr. Mcdonald is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His clinical expertise encompasses Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Breast Lump, Gallbladder Disease, and Scoliosis.

    Pediatric Radiology
    Pediatric Radiology

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ewa Wasilewska is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Wasilewska is rated as an Experienced 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 Kozlowski Spondylometaphyseal Dysplasia, Kozlowski Warren Fisher Syndrome, Spondyloepimetaphyseal Dysplasia Strudwick Type, and Omphalocele.

    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology

    Ochsner Children’s Health Center - New Orleans

    1315 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Craig Lotterman is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Lotterman is rated as an Experienced 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 Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Rhabdoid Tumor, Hepatoblastoma, Reticulohistiocytoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Lotterman is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics. Dr. Lotterman is currently accepting new patients.

    Ochsner Specialty Health Center - Raceland

    141 Twin Oaks Drive, 
    Raceland, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jamie Huddleston is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Raceland, Louisiana. Dr. Huddleston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 64 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Headache, Migraine, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). Dr. Huddleston is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Huddleston is currently accepting new patients.

    Pediatric Neurology
    Pediatric Neurology

    Ochsner Medical Complex - The Grove

    10310 The Grove Blvd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Lalania Schexnayder is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Schexnayder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Dr. Schexnayder is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Pediatric Neurology. Dr. Schexnayder is currently accepting new patients.

    Neurosurgery
    Neurosurgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aaron Dumont is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Dumont 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 Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stent Placement, and Posterior Fossa Decompression. Dr. Dumont is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurosurgery.

    Neuroradiology
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    8230 Summa Ave Ste C, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laura Miller is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses CAPOS Syndrome, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis.

    Pediatric Cardiology
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christian Lilje is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Lilje is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Septal Defects, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Noonan Syndrome, and Embolectomy.

    Neuroradiology
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    8230 Summa Ave Ste C, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christian Morel is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Morel 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 Stroke, CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Steven is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Steven is rated as undefined 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 Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Headache, and Hydrocephalus. Dr. Steven is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Radiology.

    Pediatric Radiology
    Pediatric Radiology

    Ochsner Clinic Foundation

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Henry Giles is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Giles is rated as undefined 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 Fecal Impaction, Tenosynovitis, Neurogenic Bladder, and Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).

    Pediatric Radiology
    Pediatric Radiology

    Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center

    5000 Hennessy Blvd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Virginia Brown is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Brown is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).

    Lsuhsc Shreveport

    1501 Kings Hwy, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carlos Previgliano is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Previgliano is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy.

    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology

    Ochsner Children’s Health Center - New Orleans

    1315 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Vasquez is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Vasquez is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). His clinical expertise encompasses May Thurner Syndrome, Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), and Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Dr. Vasquez is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics. Dr. Vasquez is currently accepting new patients.

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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 in Louisiana, 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 Louisiana, 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 Louisiana, 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 Louisiana, 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 Louisiana, 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 Louisiana, 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 Louisiana, 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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