Lauren Elman is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Elman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Myotonic Dystrophy, and Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2. Dr. Elman is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Schaefer is a neurologist board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Her clinical interests include neuromuscular disease. She earned her medical degree from the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center. She completed her residency at the University of Maryland Medical System followed by a fellowship in neuromuscular disease at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Schaefer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Post-Traumatic Epilepsy, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.

Dr. Friedenberg is a neurologist board certified in neurology, neurophysiology and electromyography by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. His clinical interests include neuromuscular disease (including ALS and muscular dystrophy), electromyography, general neurology and neurologic education. He earned his medical degree from Temple University, and completed his residency and fellowship at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN. Dr. Friedenberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome.

Terry Heiman-Patterson is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Heiman-Patterson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Gastrostomy.

Colin Quinn is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Quinn is rated as an Advanced 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, Inclusion Body Myositis, Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Quinn is currently accepting new patients.

Sankar Bandyopadhyay is a Neurologist in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bandyopadhyay is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Central Core Disease, Benign Autosomal Dominant Myopathy, and Tubular Aggregate Myopathy.

Tatyana Barsouk is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Barsouk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Myotonic Dystrophy, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, Paramyotonia Congenita, and Memory Loss.

Max Lowden is a Neurologist in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lowden is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Peripheral Neuropathy, Andermann Syndrome, and Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy.

Chafic Karam is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Karam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Tissue Biopsy, and Laminectomy. Dr. Karam is currently accepting new patients.

James Dowling is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dowling is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, Tubular Aggregate Myopathy, and Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis. Dr. Dowling is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Avila is board-certified in neurology, neuromuscular medicine and clinical neurophysiology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is also board-certified in clinical neuromuscular pathology by the United Council of Neurological Subspecialties. He subspecializes in neuromuscular medicine, clinical neurophysiology and clinical neuromuscular pathology. His clinical interests include motor neuron disease/amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), myasthenia gravis, myopathies, muscular dystrophies, electromyography, neuromuscular ultrasound and medical education. Dr. Avila earned his medical degree from Universidad Catolica de Santiago de Guayaquil. He completed his residency and his clinical neurophysiology fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He completed his neuromuscular medicine and clinical neuromuscular pathology fellowships at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Loor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, Primary Amyloidosis, and Myasthenia Gravis.

Philosophy of care | I firmly believe in a collaborative approach between patient and physician. Through active listening and comprehensive education about neurological diagnoses and treatment options, I aim to foster trust and understanding. Empowering patients to make informed choices about their care is central to my practice. Together, we work as a team to achieve the best possible outcomes for neurological well-being. | Why I entered medicine | I chose a career in medicine because I've always been drawn to science, enjoy problem-solving challenges and have a deep desire to help people. My own experiences as a patient reinforced this passion, showing me the profound impact compassionate care can have. I was drawn to a career in medicine to combine my interests to make a difference in the lives of others. | Community involvement | I provide educational workshops on neurological topics at a local community center, volunteer to teach important neurological topics to family medicine residents, speak to pre-school children about being a doctor at a “community helper day” and volunteer with my child’s school and activities. | Personal interests | In my free time, I enjoy quality time with my family. My interests include exploring my community, trying new restaurants, traveling to new destinations, listening to audiobooks and learning new crafts. Dr. Canale is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).

Neil R. Holland, MD, is chair of Neurology in the Geisinger Neuroscience Institute and clinical professor of medicine at the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. He is a neurologist with special interest and training in neuromuscular diseases. Dr. Holland is a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine. He is also a member of the American College of Physician Executives. Dr. Holland obtained his medical degree from the University College London School of Medicine and completed a residency in neurology at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Maryland in 1996 and an internship in internal medicine at York Hospital in Pennsylvania in 1998. He also completed a fellowship in clinical neurophysiology at Johns Hopkins in 1997. He is board certified in neurology, clinical neurophysiology, neuromuscular medicine and vascular neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He also holds a master’s degree in business administration with a focus on medical management from the Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts. Dr. Holland has a strong interest in medical education for our trainees and in finding new ways to improve access for our patients. Dr. Holland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Myasthenia Gravis, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1B.

Mary Stephens is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Stephens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, and Moebius Syndrome. Dr. Stephens is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Spagnolini is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. He attended Universita di Padova, Facolta di Medicina, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at St. Joseph's Medical Center, Yonkers. Dr. Spagnolini is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. He speaks English, Italian and Spanish. Dr. Spagnolini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Cor Pulmonale, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Dr. Cornacchia is a board-certified internal medicine physician. She attended the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, where she earned her medical degree. Dr. Cornacchia completed her residency at Baylor College of Medicine. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cornacchia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Down Syndrome, Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy, Familial Partial Lipodystrophy, and Cerebral Palsy.

Wenzhuan He is a Neurologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. He is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Seizures, Microvascular Decompression, and Rhizotomy.

Dr. Lewis is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and pediatrics. His clinical interests include immunology, infectious diseases and Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Lewis obtained his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

Marina Zaretskaya is a Neurologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Zaretskaya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Myasthenia Gravis, Post-Traumatic Epilepsy, and Serotonin Syndrome. Dr. Zaretskaya is currently accepting new patients.

Goran Rakocevic is a Neurologist and a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rakocevic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paramyotonia Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Inclusion Body Myositis, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, and Myasthenia Gravis. Dr. Rakocevic is currently accepting new patients.