The 20 Best Optic Neuritis Doctors Near Me in Norfolk, VA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 160 doctor with experience in Optic Neuritis near Norfolk, VA. Of these, 139 are Experienced, 18 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Optic Neuritis
    Elite in Optic Neuritis

    UVA Health Adult Neurology Clinic

    1221 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Weinshenker is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Weinshenker is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Optic Neuritis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    University Of Virginia Dept Of Neurology

    Charlottesville, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Parth Sheth is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Sheth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Stroke. Dr. Sheth is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    University Of Virginia Dept Of Neurology

    Charlottesville, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Sawyer is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Sawyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Dysarthria, Seizures, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Sawyer is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

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    Distinguished in Optic Neuritis
    Distinguished in Optic Neuritis

    Atlantic Eye Consultants

    1012 First Colonial Rd, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Kilhenny is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Kilhenny is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Neuralgia.

    Distinguished in Optic Neuritis
    Distinguished in Optic Neuritis

    Office

    11958 W Broad St, 
    Henrico, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Haines is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Henrico, Virginia. Dr. Haines is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Papilledema, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Meningitis, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Inova Neurology - Fair Oaks

    3620 Joseph Siewick Dr, 400, 
    Fairfax, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rajesh Gupta is a specialty care physician board certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology at Inova Health System. He joined Inova with more than 23 years of clinical experience. He is a part of the Inova Neurology practice and care team for the Inova Epilepsy Center. Prior to joining Inova, Dr. Gupta served as a neurologist at Westerly Hospital in Rhode Island.He has a special interest in the management of epilepsy, headache, multiple sclerosis, neuromuscular diseases and stroke. Dr. Gupta became interested in neurology because of the continued advanced techniques and improvement in understanding the complexity of human brain and ability to give a better quality of life to patients. A native of India and a U.S. citizen, Dr. Gupta currently resides in Vienna, VA. In his spare time he likes to spend time with his kids and cook. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Neurosarcoidosis, Memory Loss, and Seizures.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Inova Neurology - Fairfax

    8081 Innovation Park Dr, 900, 
    Fairfax, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Dr. Rahul Davé is a specialty care physician board certified in neurology at Inova Health System. He joined Inova Neurology in 2017. He specializes in the treatment of multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica (NMO), optic neuritis, transverse myelitis, neuro-sarcoid, neurologic complications of rheumatologic diseases, autoimmune encephalitis, PML, inflammatory neuropathies, myasthenia gravis, paraneoplastic disorders, vasculitis and neuro-infectious diseases (including Lyme). He is the Medical Director of the interdisciplinary Inova Multiple Sclerosis and Neuro-Immunology Center, which is recognized by the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers and is also a recipient of a ""Partner"" award by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. He lectures broadly about multiple sclerosis and related diseases, teaches students, conducts research and serves as an expert consultant for the development of novel therapeutics. Current research interests include anti-MOG syndrome and novel therapeutics for neuro-inflammatory disorders. Prior to joining Inova, Dr. Davé worked at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), where he evaluated complicated multiple sclerosis patients and participated in the Undiagnosed Diseases Program, and conducted several clinical trials and laboratory research. He continues to maintain a Special Volunteer appointment at NIH where his research focus is Erdheim-Chester Disease. Dr. Davé became interested in neurology because family members struggled with neurologic diseases. His goal is to allow his patients to lead active lives by helping them understand and treat their diseases. Having lived all over the United States of America, Dr. Davé and his wife fell in love with the Washington, DC metro region. They currently reside in Bethesda, MD. In his spare time he likes to hike, cook and garden.". Dr. Dave is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Erdheim-Chester Disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Transverse Myelitis.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    3289 Woodburn Rd, 270, 
    Annandale, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French

    Fadi Nasrallah is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Annandale, Virginia. Dr. Nasrallah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Neuroretinitis, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Williamsburg Neurology P.C.

    120 Kings Way Ste 2700, 
    Williamsburg, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Baldwin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Williamsburg, Virginia. Dr. Baldwin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Hydrocephalus.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology

    Metropolitan Ophthalmology Associates

    6845 Elm Street, Suite 250, Suite 250, 
    Mclean, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Colleen A. Joseph is an ophthalmologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. She practices out of Metropolitan Ophthalmology Associates in Chevy Chase, Md. and McLean, Va. Dr. Joseph earned her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine. She completed an internship at St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center and a residency in ophthalmology at SUNY Upstate Medical University. Dr. Joseph is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Joseph is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Eyelid Bump, and Blepharitis. Dr. Joseph is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Neurology Consultants Of Tidewater PLLC

    6161 Kempsville Cir Ste 315, 
    Norfolk, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Lanoue is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Lanoue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Secondary Parkinsonism, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Jafarpour Neuropain LLC

    9303 Center St Ste 200, 
    Manassas, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohammadhamed Labbaf is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Manassas, Virginia. Dr. Labbaf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Parkinson's Disease.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    3289 Woodburn Rd, 270, 
    Annandale, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Parver is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Annandale, Virginia. Dr. Parver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Neuroretinitis, and Hyphema.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Bon Secours — Neurology Clinic, Hanover

    8266 Atlee Road, Suite 330, 
    Mechanicsville, VA 
    Experience:
    50+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    As a physics major and graduate, I find the complexity of the brain and nervous system fascinating. I am passionate in helping patients recover from neurologic problems and to ease their pain and suffering. I am a proud father, stepfather and grandfather who loves spending time with my family exploring the great beauty and wonders of our national parks as well as other outdoor adventures. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology and (Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurology).

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology

    Vbo

    1800 Republic Rd, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Wagner is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Wagner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Vitrectomy.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology

    Earl R. Crouch JR MD Facs. PC

    4665 South Blvd, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Earl Crouch is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Crouch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Retinochoroidal Coloboma, Esotropia, and Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deena Tajfirouz is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Tajfirouz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, Amaurosis Fugax, Optic Neuritis, and Papilledema.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Sentara Neurology Specialists

    1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michelle Betz is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Betz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Neuromyelitis Optica, and Transverse Myelitis.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Divyanshu Dubey is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Dubey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, Stiff Person Syndrome, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Nephrectomy.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Office

    7301 Forest Ave Ste 300, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Thurston is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Thurston is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation Type 1, Brain Herniation, Optic Neuritis, and Chiari Malformation.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see an Optic Neuritis doctor near Norfolk, VA?

    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 Optic Neuritis doctor near Norfolk, VA?

    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 Optic Neuritis doctors near Norfolk, VA?

    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 Optic Neuritis doctors near Norfolk, VA?

    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 Optic Neuritis doctor near Norfolk, VA?

    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 Optic Neuritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Optic Neuritis 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 Optic Neuritis doctor near Norfolk, VA?

    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 Optic Neuritis 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 Optic Neuritis 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 Optic Neuritis doctors near Norfolk, VA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Optic Neuritis 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 Optic Neuritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Optic Neuritis 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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