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    MediFind found 55 doctor with experience in Paramyotonia Congenita near Illinois, US. Of these, 49 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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      David P. Randall
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita

      Advocate Medical Group Neurology

      1875 Dempster St, Ste 625/660, 
      Park Ridge, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Randall is a Neurologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Randall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Peripheral Neuropathy, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Myasthenia Gravis.

      Faisal Fecto
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Psychiatry | Neurology
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Psychiatry | Neurology

      Advocate Medical Group Neurology

      1875 Dempster St, Ste 625/660, 
      Park Ridge, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Urdu
      Offers Telehealth

      Faisal Fecto is a Psychiatrist and a Neurologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Fecto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, and Isaacs' Syndrome.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Distinguished in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Distinguished in Paramyotonia Congenita

      Osf Multi-Specialty Group

      200 E Pennsylvania Ave, Suite 101, 
      Peoria, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Gregory Blume is a Neurologist in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Blume is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Paramyotonia Congenita, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, and Myotonic Dystrophy. Dr. Blume is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Neurology | Neuroradiology
      Advanced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Neurology | Neuroradiology

      Osf Multi-Specialty Group

      8600 State Route 91, Suite 130, 
      Peoria, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sankar Bandyopadhyay is a Neurologist and a Neuroradiologist in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Bandyopadhyay is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Nemaline Myopathy, Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion, and Rigid Spine Syndrome.

      Advanced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Physiatry | Pain Medicine
      Advanced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Physiatry | Pain Medicine

      Deaconess Illinois Specialty Clinic, Inc.

      209 Crossroads Pl, 
      Mount Vernon, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients

      Srinivas Erragolla is a Physiatrist and a Pain Medicine provider in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Erragolla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Paramyotonia Congenita, Herniated Disk, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Invertebral Disc Disease. Dr. Erragolla is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Advanced in Paramyotonia Congenita

      Hshs Medical Group Inc

      3 Saint Elizabeth Blvd, 
      O Fallon, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Raghav Govindarajan is a Neurologist in O Fallon, Illinois. Dr. Govindarajan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Thymectomy, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Govindarajan is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Advanced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      225 E Chicago Ave # 51, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nancy Kuntz is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kuntz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Tubular Aggregate Myopathy, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, and Thymectomy.

      Advanced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Advanced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      225 E Chicago Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Abigail Schwaede is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Schwaede is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, Dysferlinopathy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis, and X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy.

      Andrew J. Gordon
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita

      Northwest Neurology, Ltd

      22285 N Pepper Rd, 
      Lake Barrington, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andrew Gordon is a Neurologist in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Gordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Continuous Spike-Wave During Slow Sleep Syndrome, Photosensitive Epilepsy, and Peripheral Neuropathy.

      Ahmir H. Khan
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita

      Northwest Neurology, Ltd

      22285 N Pepper Rd, 
      Lake Barrington, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Ahmir Khan is a Neurologist in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Peripheral Neuropathy, Essential Tremor, and Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.

      Albert H. Park
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita

      Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation

      2570 24th St, Suite 124, 
      Rock Island, IL 
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Albert Park is a Physiatrist in Rock Island, Illinois. Dr. Park has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Acrofacial Dysostosis Nager Type, Cri-Du-Chat Syndrome, Myringotomy, and Mastoidectomy. Dr. Park is currently accepting new patients.

      Adam Henson
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Family Medicine

      Marshall Browning Hospital Association

      916 N Washington St, 
      Du Quoin, IL 
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Henson's background includes being well versed in outpatient and inpatient medicine, ICU, office-based procedures, sports medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics/gynecology, geriatrics, nursing home and psychiatric care. Dr. Henson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Daniel B. Evans
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Internal Medicine
      675 N St Clair St Ste 18-200, Galter Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      26+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Evans is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Evans has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Polycythemia Vera, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Kluver Bucy Syndrome, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Endoscopy.

      Ahmer Ali
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Neurology
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Neurology

      Northwest Neurology, Ltd

      22285 N Pepper Rd, 
      Lake Barrington, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ahmer Ali is a Neurologist in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Ali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Memory Loss.

      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      602 W. University Avenue, Neurology, 
      Urbana, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Cranston is a Neurologist in Urbana, Illinois. Dr. Cranston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Danon Disease, Pompe Disease, Low Blood Pressure, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A.

      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita

      Rush University Medical Group

      1653 W Congress Pkwy, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ryan Jacobson is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Jacobson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Jacobson is currently accepting new patients in some locations.

      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      225 E Chicago Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Vamshi Rao is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1, and Thymectomy.

      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita

      The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

      912 S Wood St, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Charles Abrams is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Abrams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Monomelic Amyotrophy, and Pelizaeus-Merzbacher Disease.

      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      9600 Gross Point Rd, 
      Skokie, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Megan Shanks is a Neurologist in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Shanks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Foot Drop, Dysgraphia, and Myasthenia Gravis. Dr. Shanks is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Neurology
      Experienced in Paramyotonia Congenita
      Neurology

      Rush University Medical Group

      1700 W Van Buren St, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Rabia Malik is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Malik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. Dr. Malik is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Paramyotonia Congenita?

      Paramyotonia congenita is a disorder that affects muscles used for movement (skeletal muscles). Beginning in infancy or early childhood, people with this condition experience bouts of sustained muscle tensing (myotonia) that prevent muscles from relaxing normally. Myotonia causes muscle stiffness that typically appears after exercise and can be induced by muscle cooling. This stiffness chiefly affects muscles in the face, neck, arms, and hands, although it can also affect muscles used for breathing and muscles in the lower body. Unlike many other forms of myotonia, the muscle stiffness associated with paramyotonia congenita tends to worsen with repeated movements.

      When should I see a Paramyotonia Congenita doctor in Illinois, 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 Paramyotonia Congenita doctor in Illinois, 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 Paramyotonia Congenita doctors in Illinois, 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 Paramyotonia Congenita doctors in Illinois, 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 Paramyotonia Congenita doctor in Illinois, 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 Paramyotonia Congenita doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Paramyotonia Congenita 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 Paramyotonia Congenita doctor in Illinois, 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 Paramyotonia Congenita 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 Paramyotonia Congenita 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 Paramyotonia Congenita doctors in Illinois, US?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Paramyotonia Congenita 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 Paramyotonia Congenita doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Paramyotonia Congenita 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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