The 20 Best Paraplegia Doctors Near Me in thorndale, PA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Paraplegia near thorndale, PA. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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12 providers found
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine

    Ingleside Medical Associates Thorndale

    200 Municipal Drive, 
    Thorndale, PA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Brown is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Thorndale, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 68 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Brown is board certified in Family Medicine, 1995. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Family Medicine

    Milltown Family Medicine

    363 East Lancaster Avenue, 
    Downingtown, PA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Riccardo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Riccardo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Riccardo is board certified in Family Medicine, 2004. Dr. Riccardo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Referral may be required

    Neurologic Care And Diagnostic Center PC

    115 John Robert Thomas Dr, 
    Exton, PA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chhinder Binning is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Exton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Binning is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Lafora Disease, and Dravet Syndrome.

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    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Penn Wound Care And Hyperbaric Medicine Chester County

    915 Old Fern Hill Road, Building B, Suite 101, 
    West Chester, PA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David D'angelo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Dr. D'angelo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Empyema. Dr. D'angelo is board certified in Internal Medicine, 1992. Dr. D'angelo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Newport Meadows Health And Rehabilitation Center

    41 Newport Ave, 
    Christiana, PA 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Schreier is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Christiana, Pennsylvania. Dr. Schreier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Schreier is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP - Paoli, PA

    255 W Lancaster Ave Ste 120 Bldg 2, 
    Paoli, PA 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Blackstone is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Paoli, Pennsylvania. Dr. Blackstone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), and Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Dr. Blackstone is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Penn Primary And Specialty Care Phoenixville

    826 Main Street, Phoenixville Medical Building 2, Suite 100, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Brown is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Lung Adenocarcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Brown is board certified in Internal Medicine, 1986. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Referral may be required

    BRYN Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital

    414 Paoli Pike, 
    Malvern, PA 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rajendra Padhye is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Dr. Padhye is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Paraplegia, and Transverse Myelitis.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Health, Glen Mills

    101 Applied Bank Blvd., Suite 11, 
    Glen Mills, PA 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Eileen Shieh is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shieh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Concussion, Neurogenic Bowel, and Osteotomy. Dr. Shieh is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Shieh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Genesis Rehab Services

    101 E State St, 
    Kennett Square, PA 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Bernett is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bernett is rated as an Experienced 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 Dementia, Vascular Dementia, Hemiplegia, and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Referral may be required

    BRYN Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital

    414 Paoli Pike, 
    Malvern, PA 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mitchell Paulin is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Dr. Paulin is rated as an Experienced 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 11, Troyer Syndrome, Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome, and Spastic Paraplegia Type 4.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Referral may be required

    BRYN Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital

    414 Paoli Pike, 
    Malvern, PA 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nasrat Ghattas is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ghattas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemiplegia, Muscle Atrophy, Stroke, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 thorndale, PA?

    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 thorndale, PA?

    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 thorndale, PA?

    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 thorndale, PA?

    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 thorndale, PA?

    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 thorndale, PA?

    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 thorndale, PA?

    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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