The 20 Best Paraplegia Doctors Near Me in Columbus, GA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 228 doctor with experience in Paraplegia near Columbus, GA. Of these, 211 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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228 providers found
    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Emory Brain Health Center

    12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Milton is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 39 years. Dr. Milton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemiplegia, Paraplegia, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), and Stroke. Dr. Milton is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation, 1994.

    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry
    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry

    Shepherd Center Multispecialty Clinic

    2020 Peachtree Road Northwest, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Lin is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Neurogenic Bowel, Central Pain Syndrome, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome. Dr. Lin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehab - Spinal Cord Injury Medicin, and American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Distinguished in Paraplegia

    Shepherd Center

    2020 Peachtree Rd NW, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Angela Beninga is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Beninga is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Myelomeningocele, Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms.

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    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Emory Decatur Hospital

    2701 North Decatur Road, 
    Decatur, GA 
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi

    Saman Ghaffari is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Decatur, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Ghaffari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Paraplegia, Hemiplegia, and Susac Syndrome. Dr. Ghaffari is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, 2009.

    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Emory University Hospital Midtown

    550 Peachtree Street Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    8+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dallin Lindahl is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 8 years. Dr. Lindahl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurogenic Bowel and Paraplegia. Dr. Lindahl is board certified in American Board Of Preventive Medicine, 2025.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    The Multiple Sclerosis Center Of Georgia

    3200 Downwood Circle Northwest, Suite 550, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joash Lazarus is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lazarus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Parkinson's Disease, and Movement Disorders. Dr. Lazarus is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Lazarus is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    The Multiple Sclerosis Center Of Georgia

    3200 Downwood Circle Northwest, Suite 550, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Douglas Stuart is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Stuart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Myoclonic Epilepsy, and West Syndrome. Dr. Stuart is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Stuart is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Piedmont Neurology Of Augusta

    820 Saint Sebastian Way, Ste 4A, 
    Augusta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Philippi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Philippi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Seizures, Stroke, and Epilepsy. Dr. Philippi is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Philippi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Atlanta Pain Management And Rehabilitation

    8321 Veterans Parkway, 
    Columbus, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Savoie is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Columbus, Georgia. Dr. Savoie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Paraplegia, Necrotizing Myopathy (NM), and Subdural Hematoma. Dr. Savoie is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation and American Osteopathic Board Of Rehabilitation Medicine. Dr. Savoie is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Athens Neurological Associates

    1086 1/2 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Pitts is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Pitts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Stroke. Dr. Pitts is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Pitts is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Emory Brain Health Center

    12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    53+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Neil Lava is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 53 years. Dr. Lava is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Neuromyelitis Optica, and Sporadic Hemiplegic Migraine. Dr. Lava is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 1979.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Athens Neurological Associates

    1086 1/2 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jon Poling is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Poling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Stroke, Migraine, and Trigeminal Neuralgia. Dr. Poling is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Poling is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Cobbwest Internal Medicine Associates

    848 Hiram Acworth Highway, Building A, 
    Hiram, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sylvanus Fiakpornoo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hiram, Georgia. Dr. Fiakpornoo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses SAPHO Syndrome, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Dr. Fiakpornoo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fiakpornoo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Amanu Physical Medicine And Rehab

    1267 Highway 54 West, Suite 5200, 
    Fayetteville, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hausa, Yoruba
    Accepting New Patients

    Ismailu Agbaje is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Fayetteville, Georgia. Dr. Agbaje is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Myopathy (NM), Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, and Chronic Subdural Hematoma. Dr. Agbaje is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Agbaje is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Emory Brain Health Center

    12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Silver is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Silver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Drug Induced Dyskinesia. Dr. Silver is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2011.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    American Rehabilitation Associates

    101 McWilliams Drive, Suite B, 
    Peachtree City, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ara Chitchyan is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Peachtree City, Georgia. Dr. Chitchyan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Cervical Myelopathy, Paraplegia, and Chronic Subdural Hematoma. Dr. Chitchyan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Piedmont Neurology Of Augusta

    820 Saint Sebastian Way, Ste 4A, 
    Augusta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Grace Pilcher is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Pilcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Pilcher is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Pilcher is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Emory Clinic - Neurology

    6335 Hospital Parkway, Ste301, 
    Johns Creek, GA 
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Achraf Makki is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Johns Creek, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Makki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Stroke, Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms. Dr. Makki is board certified in American Board Of Pain Medicine, 2009.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Rehabilitation Physicians Of Georgia, P.C.

    315 Boulevard Northeast, Ste432, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Feeman is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Feeman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Cervical Spondylosis, Frontonasal Dysplasia Klippel Feil Syndrome, and Invertebral Disc Disease. Dr. Feeman is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation, 1990.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Athens Neurological Associates

    1086 1/2 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Mitchell is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 50 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Migraine, Stroke, and Epilepsy. Dr. Mitchell is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Mitchell is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Columbus, GA?

    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 Columbus, GA?

    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 Columbus, GA?

    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 Columbus, GA?

    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 Columbus, GA?

    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 Columbus, GA?

    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 Columbus, GA?

    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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