The 20 Best Periventricular Heterotopia Doctors Near Me in Maryland, US

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The 20 Best Periventricular Heterotopia Doctors in Maryland, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 54 doctor with experience in Periventricular Heterotopia near Maryland, US. Of these, 51 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Sudhir Kathuria
    Advanced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Advanced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology | Radiology

    Charter Radiology LLC

    10700 Charter Dr, Suite 110, 
    Columbia, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi

    Dr. Kathuria received his medical degree and completed his radiology residency training from Pt. B.D. Sharma Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences in India. To understand the impact of diseases, their prevention and cure at broad population level, he spent two years pursuing a masters in public health at University at Buffalo, SUNY. He then completed three fellowship trainings including diagnostic neuroradiology, interventional neuroradiology and advanced neuroimaging from University of Rochester, NY. He joined Johns Hopkins as a faculty member in April 2008. He went on to complete three fellowship trainings including diagnostic neuroradiology, interventional neuroradiology and advanced neuroimaging from University of Rochester, NY. He then served as a Johns Hopkins faculty member before leaving Johns Hopkins to work in a private practice. Dr. Kathuria has been recognized with awards including the 2010 Best Scientific Exhibit Award at the ASSR Annual Symposium for Percutaneous Technique in Approaching Anterior Epidural Space for Diagnosis and Therapeutic Interventions and a 2007 Certificate of Merit for diffusion tensor imaging and fiber tracking in Wallerian degeneration at the American Roentgen Ray Society Annual Meeting. Dr. Kathuria is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Scoliosis, Familial Porencephaly, Choroid Plexus Cyst, and Vertebroplasty.

    Advanced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology

    TidalHealth Peninsula Regional

    100 E Carroll St, 
    Salisbury, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Libby is a Neuroradiologist in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Libby is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Gallbladder Disease, Pleurisy, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Catherine J. Chu
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Floor 5, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Catherine Chu is the director of the Division of Pediatric Neurology and the John M. Freeman Pediatric Epilepsy Center in the Johns Hopkins Department of Neurology, as well as the vice president of child neurology at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. As a child neurologist, epileptologist and clinical neurophysiologist, Dr. Chu cares for children diagnosed with epilepsy and disorders of the nervous system (neurophysiology). She specializes in electroencephalogram (also known as EEG) analysis, seizure localization, surgical planning and neuromodulation for adult and pediatric patients with difficult to control epilepsy. She is nationally and internationally recognized for her work identifying causes of and treatment options for cognitive dysfunction and seizures in epilepsy and neurodevelopmental disorders. Dr. Chu’s team specializes in identifying and developing tools to detect and understand brain rhythms that support complex cognitive functions throughout development, including how these rhythms are disrupted by seizures and neurodevelopmental disorders. Dr. Chu earned her medical degree and a master’s degree in social anthropology from Harvard University. She completed an internship in pediatrics at Massachusetts General Hospital, and then a residency in neurology and child neurology at Massachusetts General and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. After completing two fellowships at Massachusetts General, one in epilepsy and another in clinical neurophysiology, Dr. Chu earned a master’s degree in medical science, focused on clinical investigation, from Harvard Medical School. Dr. Chu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, and Epilepsy.

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    Dagmara M. Pychynski
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia

    Neurology Specialist Elkton

    111 West High Street, Suite 207, 
    Elkton, MD 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dagmara Pychynski is a Neurologist in Elkton, Maryland. Dr. Pychynski has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Memory Loss.

    Joseph Scafidi
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Pediatric Neurology

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Pediatric and neonatal neurologist Joseph Scafidi is a clinician-scientist with expertise in pre-term neonatal brain injury, hypoxic ischemia and neurodevelopmental disorders. He directs the Michael V. Johnston Center for Developmental Neuroscience at Kennedy Krieger Institute. Dr. Scafidi earned a degree in osteopathic medicine from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed residency training in pediatrics at Rutgers University Medical School as well as in child neurology at Children’s National Hospital, where he also undertook fellowship training in neonatal neurology. Additionally, Dr. Scafidi was a postdoctoral research fellow in developmental neurobiology at Children’s National Research Institute. His research interests focus on understanding metabolic adaptations after perinatal brain injury in the acute and long-term recovery phases, specifically how different cell populations in different brain regions use energy after injury and how these adaptations or maladaptations affect the recovery process. As a practicing pediatric and neonatal neurologist, Dr. Scafidi is ideally positioned to facilitate bench-to-bedside therapies through his laboratory and to improve knowledge of disease by developing and testing bedside-to-bench, research-driven hypotheses. Dr. Scafidi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Seizures, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Premature Infant, and Endovascular Embolization.

    Kristin Baranano
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Floor 5, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Barañano earned her M.D. and Ph.D. degrees from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where she also completed residencies in pediatrics and neurology, along with a fellowship in neurogenetics at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. Dr. Barañano is an Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology. She specializes in the diagnosis and management of rare neurogenetic disorders. She has a particular interest in the genetic control and function of the cerebellum and expertise in childhood-onset and inherited ataxias. She is a member of the multidisciplinary Fetal Management group and is available for prenatal consultations. Dr. Barañano's research includes collaborative efforts with the Johns Hopkins Department of Genetic Medicine and the Division of Neurogenetics at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. Dr. Baranano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. Her top areas of expertise are Hypotonia, Ohdo Syndrome, Say-Barber-Biesecker-Young-Simpson Variant, Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration, and Hereditary Ataxia.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Radiology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Radiology

    Office

    918 Eastern Shore Dr, 
    Salisbury, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Chung is a Radiologist in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Chung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, and Osteopenia.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neurology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neurology | Pediatrics

    Kennedy Krieger Institute

    707 North Broadway, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jodi Lindsey is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Lindsey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. Her top areas of expertise are Tuberous Sclerosis, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Periventricular Heterotopia.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Radiology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Radiology

    MedStar Shah Medical Group At Philip J. Bean Medical Center

    24035 Three Notch Rd, 
    Hollywood, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Louis Smith is a Radiologist in Hollywood, Maryland. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Optic Glioma, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology

    University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jay Agrawal is a Neuroradiologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Agrawal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Stroke, CAPOS Syndrome, and Radiation Induced Meningioma.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology

    Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center

    11890 Healing Way, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Corey Golding is a Neuroradiologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Golding is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Stroke, and Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Radiology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Radiology

    Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 N Wolfe St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bart Loeys is a Radiologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Loeys is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Acromicric Dysplasia, Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), Aplasia Cutis Congenita, and Clouston Syndrome.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology

    Chesapeake Open Mri L. L. C.

    122 Defense Hwy, 
    Annapolis, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Berger is a Neuroradiologist in Annapolis, Maryland. Dr. Berger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Familial Porencephaly, and Choroid Plexus Cyst.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology

    Christianacare Union Hospital

    106 Bow St, 
    Elkton, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Nussbaum is a Neuroradiologist in Elkton, Maryland. Dr. Nussbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Ascites.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia

    Kennedy Krieger Institute

    716 North Broadway, International Center For Spinal Cord Injury, International Center For Spinal Cord Injury, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish

    Alfredo Noguera is a Neurologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Noguera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Rasmussen Encephalitis, Seizures, Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration, and Periventricular Heterotopia.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    918 Eastern Shore Dr, 
    Salisbury, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Simmi Chawla is a Neuroradiologist in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Chawla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. Her top areas of expertise are Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Pleurisy, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Pleural Effusion.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Radiology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Radiology

    Office

    918 Eastern Shore Dr, 
    Salisbury, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Nizza is a Radiologist in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Nizza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Bronchogenic Cyst, CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia

    Frederick Health

    400 W 7th St, 
    Frederick, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marsha Naydich is a Radiologist in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Naydich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Visceromegaly.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia

    Office

    918 Eastern Shore Dr, 
    Salisbury, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Cason is a Radiologist in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Cason is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, CAPOS Syndrome, Retroversion of the Uterus, and Visceromegaly.

    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Periventricular Heterotopia
    Neuroradiology

    TriState Health Partners Inc.

    10715 Downsville Pike Ste 103, 
    Hagerstown, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shamim Dada is a Neuroradiologist in Hagerstown, Maryland. Dr. Dada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Periventricular Heterotopia. Her top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, and Carbuncle.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Periventricular Heterotopia?

    Periventricular heterotopia is a condition in which nerve cells (neurons) do not migrate properly during the early development of the fetal brain, from about the 6th week to the 24th week of pregnancy. Heterotopia means "out of place." In normal brain development, neurons form in the periventricular region, located around fluid-filled cavities (ventricles) near the center of the brain. The neurons then migrate outward to form the exterior of the brain (cerebral cortex) in six onion-like layers. In periventricular heterotopia, some neurons fail to migrate to their proper position and form clumps around the ventricles.

    When should I see a Periventricular Heterotopia doctor in Maryland, 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 Periventricular Heterotopia doctor in Maryland, 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 Periventricular Heterotopia doctors in Maryland, 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 Periventricular Heterotopia doctors in Maryland, 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 Periventricular Heterotopia doctor in Maryland, 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 Periventricular Heterotopia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Periventricular Heterotopia 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 Periventricular Heterotopia doctor in Maryland, 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 Periventricular Heterotopia 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 Periventricular Heterotopia 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 Periventricular Heterotopia doctors in Maryland, US?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Periventricular Heterotopia 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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