The 20 Best Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy Doctors Near Me in Michigan, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 42 doctor with experience in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy near Michigan, US. Of these, 32 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology

    Helen DeVos Children's Hospital Neurology

    35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3003, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Deroos is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 32 years. Dr. Deroos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Moebius Syndrome, and Dandy-Walker Syndrome. Dr. Deroos is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology - 2005. Dr. Deroos is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neuroradiology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neuroradiology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology

    Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Neurology - 2750 E Beltline Ave NE

    2750 East Beltline Avenue Northeast, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Twydell is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Twydell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Monomelic Amyotrophy, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Dr. Twydell is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Twydell is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Neuroscience Center

    3555 West 13 Mile Road, Suite N120, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Menkes is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 38 years. Dr. Menkes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Myotonic Dystrophy, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, and Paramyotonia Congenita. Dr. Menkes is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Menkes is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Distinguished in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy

    Memorial Healthcare Institute For Neuroscience (Owosso)

    819 N Shiawassee St, 
    Owosso, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dustin Nowacek is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Owosso, Michigan. Dr. Nowacek is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dysferlinopathy, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Pediatric Neurology

    Helen DeVos Children's Hospital Neurology

    35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3003, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jena Krueger is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Krueger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2. Dr. Krueger is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Epilepsy - 2017 and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology - 2015. Dr. Krueger is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Pediatric Neurology

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Adult Neurosurgery Florence & Richard McBrien Pediatric Neuroscience Center - 3555 W 13 Mile Rd

    3555 West 13 Mile Road, Suite N300, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Meghan Harper is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Harper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tourette Syndrome, Myotonia Congenita, Seizures, and Amyotonia Congenita. Dr. Harper is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Harper is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy

    Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals Neurology Royalton

    3950 Hollywood Road, Suite 230, 
    Saint Joseph, MI 
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Ward is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Joseph, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 40 years. Dr. Ward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Axillary Nerve Dysfunction, Seizures, and Memory Loss. Dr. Ward is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Neurology & Psychiatry and American Osteopathic Board Of Neurology & Psychiatry. Dr. Ward is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neurology | Physiatry
    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neurology | Physiatry

    Moussa S Bazzi MD

    4700 Greenfield Road, Suite 2E, 
    Dearborn, MI 
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Moussa Bazzi is a Physiatrist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Dearborn, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 12 years. Dr. Bazzi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Foot Drop, Tendinitis, Chronic Pain, and Sciatica. Dr. Bazzi is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation and American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Bazzi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy

    Michigan Institute For Neurological Disorders (MIND)

    25100 Kelly Road, 
    Roseville, MI 
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Dabrowski is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Roseville, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 46 years. Dr. Dabrowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Spasticity, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Moebius Syndrome. Dr. Dabrowski is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Dabrowski is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy

    Michigan Institute For Neurological Disorders (MIND)

    28595 Orchard Lake Road, Suite 200, 
    Farmington Hills, MI 
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Singer is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Farmington Hills, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 29 years. Dr. Singer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 93 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Memory Loss, Migraine, and Seizures. Dr. Singer is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Neurology & Psychiatry. Dr. Singer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neurology | Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neurology | Neuroradiology

    Northville Health Center

    39901 Traditions Dr, Floor 2, 
    Northville, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amro Stino, MD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurology in the University of Michigan Medical School, Division of Neuromuscular Medicine. Dr. Stino has expertise in the treatment of neuromuscular disorders, with special clinical and research interest in the care of patients with acquired peripheral neuropathy.A native of Ann Arbor, MI and a product of Ann Arbor schools, Dr. Stino went on to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Brain, Behavioral, and Cognitive Sciences from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, which he completed in 2006. He received his medical degree from Wayne State University, School of Medicine in Detroit, MI in 2010 and completed a transitional year internship at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, in Ann Arbor, MI. He then completed his neurology residency training at the Wayne State University, School of Medicine – Detroit Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in clinical neurophysiology / neuromuscular medicine at The Mayo Clinic in Arizona. He joined The Ohio State University faculty in 2015 as Director of the Peripheral Neuropathy Clinic and Autonomic Lab. During his time there, he oversaw expansion of diagnostic testing and clinical operations of both, helping provide more comprehensive neuropathy care for central and southern Ohio patients seeking multi-disciplinary acquired neuropathy care. He helped obtain CIDP and CMT center of excellence accreditation. He joined the University of Michigan faculty in 2019 as Director of the Peripheral Neuropathy clinic and Co-director of the Autonomic Lab. Currently, he serves as site principal investigator on multi-center studies in the realms of metabolic and autoimmune neuropathy. He is presently conducting an investigator initiated phase 1b trial on the novel use of Lenalidomide in anti-MAG neuropathy.Dr. Stino is an advocate for patient awareness and education in autoimmune neuropathy and serves as physician liaison for the GBS-CIDP foundation, with whom he was interviewed on Good Day Columbus as part of GBS-CIDP awareness month. He also takes great interest in helping patients tackle peripheral neuropathy care in an evidence based fashion, particularly as it pertains to pain control.Dr. Stino enjoys working alongside and mentoring neuromuscular fellows, neurology residents, and medical students who rotate with him in clinic or inpatient service. He serves on the Peripheral Nerve Society Junior Board, which helps organize an annual educational course for attendees. His online videos on autoimmune neuropathy, small fiber neuropathy, and postural tachycardia syndrome have been viewed by thousands.He remains a dedicated Wolverine, despite having worked down south. Dr. Stino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Familial Dysautonomia. Dr. Stino is board certified in Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology, and Electrodiagnostic Medicine.

    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy

    LMT Rehabilitation Associates

    4600 Investment Drive, Suite 180, 
    Troy, MI 
    Experience:
    53+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ronald Taylor is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 53 years. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Hemiplegia, Stroke, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Taylor is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Taylor is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neurology | Physiatry
    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neurology | Physiatry

    LMT Rehabilitation Associates

    4600 Investment Drive, Suite 180, 
    Troy, MI 
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Julie Ferris is a Physiatrist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Ferris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemiplegia, Stroke, Paraplegia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ferris is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation and American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Ferris is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology | Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology | Neuroradiology

    Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Neurology - 2750 E Beltline Ave NE

    2750 East Beltline Avenue Northeast, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Mundwiler is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Mundwiler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Mundwiler is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Mundwiler is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neuroradiology

    Burlington Building

    325 E Eisenhower Pkwy Ste 100, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gary Gallagher, MD completed his undergraduate bachelor of science degree in Industrial and Operations Engineering at the University of Michigan. An interest in health sciences, lead him to attend medical school at Wayne State University of Medicine in Detroit, MI where he received his doctorate of medicine in 2008. He completed residency in neurology and fellowship in neuromuscular medicine at the University of Michigan. During final year of residency, he served as chief resident. Following completion of fellowship, Dr. Gallagher joined the neurology faculty at the University of Michigan.Dr. Gallagher is interested in the clinical care of neuromuscular disease, tele-medicine, electrodiagnostic procedures (EMG and intraoperative monitoring). His clinical time is spent in the outpatient neuromuscular clinic providing longitudinal care for patients and on the inpatient service caring for acute neurologic problems including stroke management, epilepsy, neuromuscular crisis and auto-immune neurologic disease. In addition, he has strong interest in medical trainee education and he serves as the neuromuscular fellowship director at the University of Michigan. Finally, Dr. Gallagher has strong interest in patient safety and quality improvement and oversees departmental efforts to improve. Dr. Gallagher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 71 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Multifocal Motor Neuropathy, Inclusion Body Myositis, and Peripheral Neuropathy.

    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Physiatry | Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Physiatry | Neuroradiology

    Burlington Building

    325 E Eisenhower Pkwy Ste 100, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Schmidt attended medical school at Michigan State University, and completed her residency training in PM&R at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center where she also served as chief resident. Dr. Schmidt's clinical responsibilities include outpatient practice focusing on transition into adulthood for pediatric patients with disabilities, cerebral palsy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and other neuromuscular conditions. Dr. Schmidt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dysferlinopathy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Pediatric Neurology

    C. S. Mott Children's Hospital

    1540 E Hospital Dr, Floor 6 Reception C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erin Knierbein is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Knierbein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 125 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Danon Disease, Pompe Disease, Dysferlinopathy, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Dr. Knierbein is board certified in Neurology W/Spec Qual Child Neuro and Neuromuscular Medicine.

    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy

    Pediatric Rehabilitation Center

    2205 Commonwealth Blvd, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Hornyak is Medical Director of Outpatient Pediatric Rehabilitation Services. He serves on the Evidence Based Practice Committee, and chairs the Evidence Committee, for the AAPM&R. He is actively involved in medical education, serving on the steering committee of the UM Academy of Medical Educators. His teaching has been recognized with departmental (Silver Crutch x 4), medical school (inaugural League of Educational Excellence) and university (Provost’s Teaching Innovation Prize) awards. Dr. Hornyak taught the medical portion of the Team-Based Clinical Decision Making course, the first course offered at UM for Inter-professional Education. He frequently serves on graduate student committees in the UM School of Kinesiology as well. Clinically, Dr. Hornyak practices pediatric and adult PMR. Since joining UM, he has been key in the development of multi-disciplinary care clinics for children and adults with neuromuscular diseases. Dr. Hornyak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1), Cerebral Palsy, and Spasticity. Dr. Hornyak is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehab.

    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neurology | Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Neurology | Neuroradiology

    Taubman Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1 Reception C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ann Little is a Neurologist and a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Little is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 63 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inclusion Body Myositis, Polymyositis, Myasthenia Gravis, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Pediatrics | Physiatry
    Advanced in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
    Pediatrics | Physiatry

    Pediatric Rehabilitation Center

    2205 Commonwealth Blvd, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Bowman completed her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Center in 2017. She then completed a Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine fellowship at the University of Michigan in 2019. Dr. Bowman sees pediatric patients with a variety of conditions, including TBI, SCI, Cerebral Palsy, Neuromuscular diseases, and other conditions affecting development. Dr. Bowman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Myotonia Congenita, Spasticity, and Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type.

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    What is the definition of Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy?

    Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy is a genetic condition characterized by muscle weakness that begins in adulthood, typically after age 40. The term "oculopharyngeal" refers to the eyes (oculo-) and a part of the throat called the pharynx (-pharyngeal). Affected individuals usually first experience weakness of the muscles in both eyelids that causes droopy eyelids (ptosis). Ptosis can worsen over time, causing the eyelid to impair vision, and in some cases, limit eye movement. Along with ptosis, affected individuals develop weakness of the throat muscles that causes difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). Dysphagia begins with dry food, but over time, liquids can also become difficult to swallow. Dysphagia can cause saliva to accumulate and a wet-sounding voice. Many people with oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy also have weakness and wasting (atrophy) of the tongue. These problems with food intake may cause malnutrition, choking, or a bacterial lung infection called aspiration pneumonia.

    When should I see an Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy doctor in Michigan, 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 an Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy doctor in Michigan, 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 Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy doctors in Michigan, 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 Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy doctors in Michigan, 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 an Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy doctor in Michigan, 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 Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy 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 an Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy doctor in Michigan, 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 Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy 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 Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy 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 Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy doctors in Michigan, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy 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 an Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy 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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