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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration near Portugal. Of these, 13 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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      Advanced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Cristina Garrido
      Advanced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Cristina Garrido
      Santo Antonio De Felheiros, PT 

      Cristina Garrido practices in Santo Antonio De Felheiros, Portugal. Ms. Garrido is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration, Hallervorden-Spatz Disease, and Norrie Disease.

      Advanced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Teresa Temudo
      Advanced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Teresa Temudo
      Santo Antonio De Felheiros, PT 

      Teresa Temudo practices in Santo Antonio De Felheiros, Portugal. Ms. Temudo is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. Her top areas of expertise are Stereotypic Movement Disorder, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 20, Myoclonus-Dystonia, and Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration.

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      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Vasco S. Abreu
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Vasco S. Abreu
      Santo Antonio De Felheiros, PT 

      Vasco Abreu practices in Santo Antonio De Felheiros, Portugal. Mr. Abreu is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. His top areas of expertise are Phantom Limb Pain, Marchiafava Bignami Disease, Erb's Palsy, Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Joana T. Martins
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Joana T. Martins
      Santo Antonio De Felheiros, PT 

      Joana Martins practices in Santo Antonio De Felheiros, Portugal. Ms. Martins is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. Her top areas of expertise are Myoclonus-Dystonia, Retropharyngeal Abscess, Focal Dystonia, and Peripheral Artery Disease.

      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Leonor Guedes-Correia
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Leonor Guedes-Correia
      Lisbon, PT 

      Leonor Guedes-Correia practices in Lisbon, Portugal. Ms. Guedes-Correia is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Marina J. Magalhaes
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Marina J. Magalhaes
      Santo Antonio De Felheiros, PT 

      Marina Magalhaes practices in Santo Antonio De Felheiros, Portugal. Ms. Magalhaes is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Chorea, and Liver Transplant.

      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Catarina M. Pinto
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Catarina M. Pinto
      Porto, PT 

      Catarina Pinto practices in Porto, Portugal. Ms. Pinto is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. Her top areas of expertise are Spondyloepimetaphyseal Dysplasia Joint Laxity, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, Wilson Disease, and Liver Transplant.

      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Paulo A. Rego
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Paulo A. Rego
      Loures, PT 

      Paulo Rego practices in Loures, Portugal. Mr. Rego is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. His top areas of expertise are Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD), Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration, Hallervorden-Spatz Disease, and Osteotomy.

      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Liliana Igreja
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Liliana Igreja
      Santo Antonio De Felheiros, PT 

      Liliana Igreja practices in Santo Antonio De Felheiros, Portugal. Ms. Igreja is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Hypoplasia, Lissencephaly, Ptosis, and Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration.

      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Cristina Costa
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Cristina Costa

      Hospital Prof. Dr. Fernando Fonseca

      Amadora, PT 

      Cristina Costa practices in Amadora, Portugal. Ms. Costa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. Her top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Fradique Moreira
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Fradique Moreira
      Coimbra, PT 

      Fradique Moreira practices in Coimbra, Portugal. Moreira is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. Their top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Hypoparathyroidism, Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Maria J. Malaquias
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Maria J. Malaquias
      Vila Nova De Gaia, PT 

      Maria Malaquias practices in Vila Nova De Gaia, Portugal. Ms. Malaquias is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, L-2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, and Liver Transplant.

      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Ana Caldas-Castro
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Ana Caldas-Castro
      Av. Prof. Egas Moniz, 
      Lisbon, PT 

      Ana Caldas-Castro practices in Lisbon, Portugal. Ms. Caldas-Castro is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. Her top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Multiple System Atrophy, and Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration.

      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Joaquim J. Ferreira
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Joaquim J. Ferreira
      Av Prof Egas Moniz, 
      Lisbon, PT 

      Joaquim Ferreira practices in Lisbon, Portugal. Mr. Ferreira is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thrombectomy.

      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Paula Pires
      Experienced in Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration

      Paula Pires
      Angra Do Heroismo, PT 

      Paula Pires practices in Angra Do Heroismo, Portugal. Ms. Pires is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration. Her top areas of expertise are Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3, Striatonigral Degeneration Infantile, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration?

      Pantothenate kinase-associated neurodegeneration (formerly called Hallervorden-Spatz syndrome) is a disorder of the nervous system. This condition is characterized by progressive difficulty with movement, typically beginning in childhood. Movement abnormalities include involuntary muscle spasms, rigidity, and trouble with walking that worsens over time. Many people with this condition also develop problems with speech (dysarthria), and some develop vision loss. Additionally, affected individuals may experience a loss of intellectual function (dementia) and psychiatric symptoms such as behavioral problems, personality changes, and depression.

      When should I see a Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration doctor in Portugal?

      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 Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration doctor in Portugal?

      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 Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration doctor in Portugal?

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      How does MediFind rank Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration doctors in Portugal?

      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 Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration doctors in Portugal?

      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 Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration doctor in Portugal?

      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 Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration 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 Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration doctor in Portugal?

      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 Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration 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 Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration 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 Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration doctors in Portugal?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration 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 Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration 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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