The 20 Best Paraplegia Doctors Near Me in Wayne, NJ

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 55 doctor with experience in Paraplegia near Wayne, NJ. Of these, 45 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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55 providers found
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Neurology

    Wayne Neurological Associates

    401 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 208, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eyad Nayal is a Neurologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Nayal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Primary Progressive Aphasia, Frontotemporal Dementia, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome. Dr. Nayal is currently accepting new patients.

    Robert T. Bock
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine

    Atlantic Medical Group Primary Care At Wayne

    1055 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 300, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Bock is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Bock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Alzheimer's Disease, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Bock is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Neurology

    Office

    220 Hamburg Tpke Ste 16, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Halima El is a Neurologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. El is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Dysarthria, Migraine, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

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    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    St Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center

    224 Hamburg Tpke, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Veronica Chehata is a Physiatrist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Chehata is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Paraplegia, Hemiplegia, and Dysarthria.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    St Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center

    224 Hamburg Tpke, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Grella is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Grella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Pain Medicine

    Office

    246 Barkley Ave, 
    Clifton, NJ 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shan Nagendra is a Pain Medicine provider in Clifton, New Jersey. Dr. Nagendra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Seizures, Fibromyalgia, and Sacroiliac Joint Disease.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    120 Eagle Rock Avenue, Suite 154, 
    East Hanover, NJ 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Cristin Mckenna is a Physiatrist in East Hanover, New Jersey. Dr. Mckenna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Rhabdomyolysis, Muscle Atrophy, Paraplegia, and Protein Deficiency. Dr. Mckenna is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation

    300 Market Street, 
    Saddle Brook, NJ 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allison Averill is a Physiatrist in Saddle Brook, New Jersey. Dr. Averill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Brittany A Snider DOoffice

    1199 Pleasant Valley Way, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brittany Snider is a Physiatrist in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Snider is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Spasticity, Neurogenic Bowel, and Paraplegia.

    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Distinguished in Paraplegia

    Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation

    1199 Pleasant Valley Way, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Kirshblum is a Physiatrist in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Kirshblum is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Neurogenic Bowel, Autonomic Dysreflexia, Paraplegia, Spasticity, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Physiatry
    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Physiatry

    Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation

    1199 Pleasant Valley Way, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mylan Lam is a Physiatrist in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Lam is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Stroke, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Distinguished in Paraplegia

    Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation

    1199 Pleasant Valley Way, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeremiah Nieves is a Physiatrist in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Nieves is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Neurogenic Bowel, Stroke, and Cervical Spondylosis.

    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Distinguished in Paraplegia

    Office

    1199 Pleasant Valley Way, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Trevor Dyson is a Physiatrist in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Dyson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Autonomic Dysreflexia, Tendinitis, and Chronic Pain.

    Sandia Padavan
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Atlantic Medical Group Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation

    6 Saddle Road, 
    Cedar Knolls, NJ 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sandia Padavan is a Physiatrist in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey. Dr. Padavan 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 Scoliosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Sciatica, and Paraplegia. Dr. Padavan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    St. Joseph's University Medical Center

    703 Main St, 
    Paterson, NJ 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vadim Goldshteyn is a Physiatrist in Paterson, New Jersey. Dr. Goldshteyn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Dysarthria.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine

    Alaris Health At Cedar Grove

    110 Grove Ave, 
    Cedar Grove, NJ 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julie Chen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cedar Grove, New Jersey. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Candida Infection of the Skin.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Valley Medical Group-Geriatrics, Glen Rock

    85 Harristown Rd Ste 202, 
    Glen Rock, NJ 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alicia Prowse is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Glen Rock, New Jersey. Dr. Prowse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothermia, Anemia, Dementia, and Folate Deficiency.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Neurology

    Acupuncture To Serenity LLC

    1135 Broad St, 
    Clifton, NJ 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Beth Stein is a Neurologist in Clifton, New Jersey. Dr. Stein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Stroke, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine

    GMed Healthcare

    246 Clifton Avenue, Suite 4, 
    Clifton, NJ 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vikram Gupta is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clifton, New Jersey. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Diabetic Nephropathy, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine

    Geriatrics And Longevity Treatment Specialists

    38 North Central Avenue, 
    Ramsey, NJ 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stefanos Pantagis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ramsey, New Jersey. Dr. Pantagis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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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 Wayne, NJ?

    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 Wayne, NJ?

    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 Wayne, NJ?

    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 Wayne, NJ?

    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 Wayne, NJ?

    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 Wayne, NJ?

    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 Wayne, NJ?

    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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