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    MediFind found 68 doctor with experience in Neuromyelitis Optica near North Rhine-Westphalia, DE. Of these, 48 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced, 6 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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      Elite in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Ingo Kleiter
      Elite in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Ingo Kleiter
      St. Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Ingo Kleiter practices in Bochum, Germany. Mr. Kleiter is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

      Elite in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Ilya Ayzenberg
      Elite in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Ilya Ayzenberg
      St. Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Ilya Ayzenberg practices in Bochum, Germany. Mr. Ayzenberg is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease.

      Distinguished in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Ralf Gold
      Distinguished in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Ralf Gold
      St. Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Ralf Gold practices in Bochum, Germany. Mr. Gold is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), CACH Syndrome, Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Thrombectomy.

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      Distinguished in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Kerstin Hellwig
      Distinguished in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Kerstin Hellwig
      St. Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Kerstin Hellwig practices in Bochum, Germany. Ms. Hellwig is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, and Optic Neuritis.

      Distinguished in Neuromyelitis Optica

      H-p Hartung
      Distinguished in Neuromyelitis Optica

      H-p Hartung
      Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

      H-p Hartung practices in Duesseldorf, Germany. Hartung is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Their top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy.

      Distinguished in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Luisa V. Klotz
      Distinguished in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Luisa V. Klotz
      Muenster, NW, DE 

      Luisa Klotz practices in Muenster, Germany. Ms. Klotz is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), CACH Syndrome, Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Neuromyelitis Optica.

      Distinguished in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Kevin M. Rostasy
      Distinguished in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Kevin M. Rostasy
      Dr. Friedrich Steiner Str. 5, 
      Datteln, NW, DE 

      Kevin Rostasy practices in Datteln, Germany. Mr. Rostasy is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Encephalitis, Transverse Myelitis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

      Distinguished in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Thomas K. Berger
      Distinguished in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Thomas K. Berger
      Warburger Str. 100, 
      Paderborn, NW, DE 

      Thomas Berger practices in Paderborn, Germany. Mr. Berger is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Optic Neuritis, and Transverse Myelitis.

      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Carolin Schwake
      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Carolin Schwake
      St. Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Carolin Schwake practices in Bochum, Germany. Ms. Schwake is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, Optic Neuritis, Transverse Myelitis, and Neuromyelitis Optica.

      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Clemens Warnke
      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Clemens Warnke
      Kerpener Str. 62, 
      Koeln, NW, DE 

      Clemens Warnke practices in Koeln, Germany. Mr. Warnke is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, CACH Syndrome, Encephalitis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Annette Walter
      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Annette Walter
      Herford, NW, DE 

      Annette Walter practices in Herford, Germany. Ms. Walter is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Optic Neuritis.

      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Simon Faissner
      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Simon Faissner
      St. Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Simon Faissner practices in Bochum, Germany. Mr. Faissner is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), CACH Syndrome, and Transverse Myelitis.

      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Anna Gahlen
      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Anna Gahlen
      St. Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Anna Gahlen practices in Bochum, Germany. Ms. Gahlen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Lisa Lohmann
      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Lisa Lohmann
      Muenster, NW, DE 

      Lisa Lohmann practices in Muenster, Germany. Ms. Lohmann is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Robert Hoepner
      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Robert Hoepner
      St. Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Robert Hoepner practices in Bochum, Germany. Mr. Hoepner is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), CACH Syndrome, Encephalitis, and Thrombectomy.

      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Michael Karenfort
      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Michael Karenfort
      Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

      Michael Karenfort practices in Duesseldorf, Germany. Mr. Karenfort is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and CACH Syndrome.

      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Anke Salmen
      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Anke Salmen
      St. Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Anke Salmen practices in Bochum, Germany. Ms. Salmen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), CACH Syndrome, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Optic Neuritis.

      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Eva Dawin
      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Eva Dawin
      Muenster, NW, DE 

      Eva Dawin practices in Muenster, Germany. Ms. Dawin is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Optic Neuritis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Marc G. Pawlitzki
      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Marc G. Pawlitzki
      Heine, NW, DE 

      Marc Pawlitzki practices in Heine, Germany. Mr. Pawlitzki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Myasthenia Gravis, Optic Neuritis, and Thymectomy.

      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Steffen Haupeltshofer
      Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

      Steffen Haupeltshofer
      St. Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Steffen Haupeltshofer practices in Bochum, Germany. Mr. Haupeltshofer is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are CACH Syndrome, Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Optic Neuritis.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Neuromyelitis Optica?

      Neuromyelitis optica is an autoimmune disorder that affects the nerves of the eyes and the central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord. Autoimmune disorders occur when the immune system malfunctions and attacks the body's own tissues and organs. In neuromyelitis optica, the autoimmune attack causes inflammation of the nerves, and the resulting damage leads to the signs and symptoms of the condition.

      When should I see a Neuromyelitis Optica doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      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 Neuromyelitis Optica doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      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 do I find the best Neuromyelitis Optica doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

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      How does MediFind rank Neuromyelitis Optica doctors in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      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 Neuromyelitis Optica doctors in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      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 Neuromyelitis Optica doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      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 Neuromyelitis Optica doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Neuromyelitis Optica 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 Neuromyelitis Optica doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      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 Neuromyelitis Optica 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 Neuromyelitis Optica 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 Neuromyelitis Optica doctors in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Neuromyelitis Optica 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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