The 20 Best Paraplegia Doctors Near Me in Pennsylvania, US

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 334 doctor with experience in Paraplegia near Pennsylvania, US. Of these, 305 are Experienced, 20 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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    Brad E. Dicianno
    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Distinguished in Paraplegia

    UPMC Department Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation

    3600 Forbes Avenue, Forbes Tower 3010, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brad Dicianno, MD, is a physiatrist and bioengineer and is certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He is the Medical Director of the UPMC Center for Assistive Technology, Director of the UPMC Adult Spina Bifida Clinic, and Medical Director and COO of the Human Engineering Research Laboratories. He also is a Professor, Endowed Research Chair, and Assistant Dean for Medical Student Research at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at UPMC.Dr. Dicianno’s clinical interests are in the areas of spina bifida and assistive technology. His research interests lie at the intersection of disability, assistive technology, and value-based care. Specifically, he is interested in studying how technologies can improve outcomes for people with disability and improve the delivery of health care and community-based services. He is a member of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, the International Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and the Clinician Task Force.View the full list of Dr. Dicianno’s publications on PubMed. Dr. Dicianno is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Paraplegia, Cerebral Palsy, and Hydrocele.

    Joshua R. Levin
    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Distinguished in Paraplegia

    Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Hospital – Center City

    1513 Race Street, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joshua Levin is a Physiatrist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Levin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Neurogenic Bowel, Spasticity, and Stroke. Dr. Levin is currently accepting new patients.

    John A. Horton
    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Distinguished in Paraplegia

    UPMC Department Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation

    1622 Locust Street, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    John Horton III, MD, is a physiatrist and is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation and spinal cord injury medicine. He is an assistant professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of Washington and completed his residency and fellowship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Horton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Hemiplegia, Spasticity, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).

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    Somkiat Hemtasilpa
    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Pain Medicine | Physiatry
    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Pain Medicine | Physiatry

    Tower Health Medical Group Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Wyomissing

    2802 Papermill Rd, 
    Wyomissing, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Thai

    . Dr. Hemtasilpa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Paraplegia, Stroke, and Foot Drop.

    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Suburban Geriatrics Inc

    2901 Jolly Road, 
    Plymouth Meeting, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Pearlstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Painful Swallowing, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Kelley S. Crozier
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Tower Health Medical Group Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Wyomissing

    2802 Papermill Rd, 
    Wyomissing, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Crozier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Paraplegia, Alien Hand Syndrome, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

    Li-hong Lu
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry

    Tower Health Medical Group Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Wyomissing

    2802 Papermill Rd, 
    Wyomissing, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Lu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia, and Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency.

    Todd A. Feathers
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Tower Health Medical Group Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Wyomissing

    2802 Papermill Rd, 
    Wyomissing, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Feathers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome.

    Mark E. Wagner
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine

    Mark Wagner/Pamela Murphy

    623 North 5th Street, 
    Reading, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Wagner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Legionnaire Disease.

    Silke A. Bernert
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Neurology | Physiatry
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Neurology | Physiatry

    Tower Health Medical Group Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Wyomissing

    2802 Papermill Rd, 
    Wyomissing, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German

    . Dr. Bernert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome, Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome, X-Linked Intellectual Disability, Siderius Type, and PEHO Syndrome.

    Paul S. Brockman
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Tower Health Medical Group Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Wyomissing

    2802 Papermill Rd, 
    Wyomissing, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Brockman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Foot Drop, Meige Disease, Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia, and Lymphedema.

    Gabriel R. Pilar
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Reading Hospital Neurology Suite 210

    301 S 7th Ave, Ste 210, 
    West Reading, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Pilar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS), Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome.

    Dawn M. Rider
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Tower Health Medical Group Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Wyomissing

    2802 Papermill Rd, 
    Wyomissing, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Rider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Subdural Hematoma.

    Daphne M. Hasbani
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Neurology - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Hasbani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Tetrasomy X, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, and Absence Seizure.

    Leif E. Christiansen
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Integrated Medical Group PC

    2234 Perkiomen Avenue, 
    Reading, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Christiansen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    William N. Gleason
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Neurology | Physiatry
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Neurology | Physiatry

    Tower Health Medical Group Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Wyomissing

    2802 Papermill Rd, 
    Wyomissing, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Gleason is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hemiplegia, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Foot Drop.

    Rouslan Tourtsev
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine

    Pottstown Hospital

    1600 East High Street, 
    Pottstown, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Tourtsev is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Volkmann Contracture, Rhabdomyolysis, Low Blood Pressure, and Orthostatic Hypotension.

    Navneet K. Sharma
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Pottstown Hospital

    1600 East High Street, 
    Pottstown, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Acute Kidney Failure, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Dronacharya Lamichhane
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Reading Hospital Neurology Suite 104

    2603 Keiser Blvd, Ste 104, 
    Wyomissing, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Lamichhane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Secondary Parkinsonism, and Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia.

    Haiping Mei
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry

    Tower Health Medical Group Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Wyomissing

    2802 Papermill Rd, 
    Wyomissing, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin

    . Dr. Mei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Phantom Limb Pain, Foot Drop, and Volkmann Contracture.

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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 in Pennsylvania, 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 Paraplegia doctor in Pennsylvania, 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 Paraplegia doctors in Pennsylvania, 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 Paraplegia doctors in Pennsylvania, 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 Paraplegia doctor in Pennsylvania, 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 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 in Pennsylvania, 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 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 in Pennsylvania, US?

    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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