The 20 Best Paraplegia Doctors Near Me in Walnut Creek, CA

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The 20 Best Paraplegia Doctors near Walnut Creek, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 57 doctor with experience in Paraplegia near Walnut Creek, CA. Of these, 57 are Experienced.

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57 providers found
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1450 Treat Blvd Ste 120B, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jasleen Sohal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Sohal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency, Glucose Phosphate Isomerase Deficiency, Glucose-Galactose Malabsorption Deficiency, and Pulmonary Embolism.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kaidong Wang is a Physiatrist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Wang has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), and Subdural Hematoma.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Viktoriya Sharp is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Sharp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Sepsis, Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia, Hip Replacement, and Colonoscopy.

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    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nail Amro is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Amro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Stroke, Sepsis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kartik Krishnan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Krishnan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Palliative Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Smita Chandra is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Chandra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Volkmann Contracture, Enlarged Liver, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sohrab Amiri is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Amiri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Stroke, Peptic Ulcer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Hospital Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Himanshu Bhuria is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Bhuria is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Stroke, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christian Balzer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Balzer has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sukhbir Singh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Neuropathy, Sepsis, Necrosis, Scleredema, and Tubal Ligation.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susanne Duesberg is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Duesberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Stroke, Peptic Ulcer, Ureteroscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarvenaz Alibeigi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Alibeigi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Spinal Cord Abscess, Epidural Abscess, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Viviane Alfandary is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Alfandary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Stroke, Volkmann Contracture, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Henry is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Henry has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Peptic Ulcer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Kidney Transplant At Walnut Creek

    1450 Treat Blvd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Suleiman Lapalme is a Physiatrist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Lapalme is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hemiplegia, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    John Muir Physician Network

    1450 Treat Blvd, Suite 200, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Spanish

    John Dana is a Physiatrist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Dana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Hemiplegia.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Rossmoor Medical Associates Inc.

    1210 Rossmoor Pkwy, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Harneet Chopra is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Chopra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Schizoaffective Disorder.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Rossmoor Medical Associates Inc.

    1210 Rossmoor Pkwy, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ann Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Nguyen has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Dementia.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Integrated Pain Management Medical Group Inc

    450 N Wiget Ln, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Manoj Poudel is a Physiatrist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Poudel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top area of expertise is Paraplegia. Dr. Poudel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Office

    575 Lennon Ln Ste 152, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christian Swinney is a Neurologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Swinney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Dysarthria, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Delirium, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Paraplegia?

    Paraplegia is a paralysis which affects all or part of the lower body, the trunk, legs, and pelvic organs. Paralysis involves a loss of muscle control and can be complete or partial.  While there are different types and causes of paraplegia, the most common type is caused by spinal cord injury due to trauma (motor vehicle accidents, falls, violence, sports or recreation injuries, alcohol use, or gunshot or knife wound) that damages the spinal cord. After a traumatic spinal cord injury, additional damage often occurs over time due to bleeding, swelling, and inflammation. In contrast, non-traumatic spinal cord injury may be caused by arthritis, cancer, inflammation, infections, nerve or autoimmune diseases, polio, or disk degeneration of the spine.

    When should I see a Paraplegia doctor near Walnut Creek, CA?

    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 Paraplegia doctor near Walnut Creek, CA?

    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 Paraplegia doctors near Walnut Creek, CA?

    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 Paraplegia doctors near Walnut Creek, CA?

    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 Paraplegia doctor near Walnut Creek, CA?

    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 Paraplegia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia doctor near Walnut Creek, CA?

    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 Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia doctors near Walnut Creek, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Paraplegia 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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