The 20 Best Neuromyelitis Optica Doctors Near Me in Iowa, US

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The 20 Best Neuromyelitis Optica Doctors in Iowa, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Neuromyelitis Optica near Iowa, US. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    Bruce Hughes
    Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Hughes is a Neurologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Hughes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Transverse Myelitis.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica

    Office

    200 Hawkins Dr Dept Of, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Nance is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Nance is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

    Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Neurology
    Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Neurology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tracey Cho is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Cho is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Neurosarcoidosis, Encephalitis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, and Gastrostomy.

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    Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Nathanson is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Nathanson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Parkinson's Disease, and Movement Disorders.

    Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrea Swenson is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Swenson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Myasthenia Gravis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Rhizotomy.

    Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Thurtell is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Thurtell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Increased Intracranial Pressure, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Papilledema, and Temporal Arteritis.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Teri Thomsen is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Thomsen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Tourette Syndrome, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    General Practice
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    General Practice

    Fort Madison Community Hospital

    5409 Avenue O, 
    Fort Madison, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathy Anderson is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Fort Madison, Iowa. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Gill is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Gill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Neuromyelitis Optica, and Encephalitis.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Groth is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Groth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Focal Dystonia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica

    Physicians' Clinic Of Iowa PC

    202 10th St SE, 
    Cedar Rapids, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laurence Krain is a Neurologist in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Krain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Rodnitzky is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Rodnitzky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, L1 Syndrome, and Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Internal Medicine

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Malcolm Yeh is an Internal Medicine provider in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Yeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Family Medicine

    Fort Madison Community Hospital

    5409 Avenue O, 
    Fort Madison, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chase Newton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Madison, Iowa. Dr. Newton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Hip Replacement, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica

    Physicians' Clinic Of Iowa PC

    202 10th St SE, 
    Cedar Rapids, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Peterson is a Neurologist in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Peterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Trigeminal Neuralgia, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joel Geerling is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Geerling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Memory Loss, and Hydrocephalus.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Medical Services

    1427 W Milwaukee Ave, 
    Storm Lake, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Schultz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Storm Lake, Iowa. Dr. Schultz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), Aphthous Stomatitis, Sutton Disease 2, and Canker Sore.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Annie Killoran is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Killoran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, and Mcleod Neuroacanthocytosis Syndrome.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Neurology
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Neurology

    Office

    1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 112, 
    Waterloo, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ivo Bekavac is a Neurologist in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Bekavac is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Movement Disorders.

    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Neuromyelitis Optica
    Internal Medicine

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erin Capper is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Capper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica. Her top areas of expertise are CACH Syndrome and Neuromyelitis Optica.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Iowa, 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 Neuromyelitis Optica doctor in Iowa, 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 Neuromyelitis Optica doctors in Iowa, 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 Neuromyelitis Optica doctors in Iowa, 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 Neuromyelitis Optica doctor in Iowa, 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 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 Iowa, 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 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 Iowa, US?

    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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