The 20 Best Perlman Syndrome Doctors Near Me in District of Columbia, US

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Perlman Syndrome near District of Columbia, US. Of these, 16 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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17 providers found
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish

    Jonathan Zember is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. He has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Zember is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. His clinical expertise encompasses Marshall-Smith Syndrome, Perlman Syndrome, Cantu Syndrome, and Megalencephaly-Capillary Malformation Syndrome. Dr. Zember is board certified in Pediatric Radiology: American Board Of Radiology, 2019 and Diagnostic Radiology: American Board Of Radiology, 2017.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    52+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Markle, MD, is the associate chief of the Division of Diagnostic Imaging and Radiology. He also is the section head of body MR. Dr. Markle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome, Caudal Regression Syndrome, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Familial Short Stature (FSS). Dr. Markle is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology: American Board Of Radiology, 1978.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Narendra Shet is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. He has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Shet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atresia of Small Intestine, Scoliosis, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Situs Inversus. Dr. Shet is board certified in Pediatric Radiology: American Board Of Radiology, 2015 and Diagnostic Radiology: American Board Of Radiology, 2012.

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    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    43+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eglal Shalaby-Rana, MD, is a radiologist in the Division of Diagnostic Imaging and Radiology at Children's National Hospital. She is the director of performance improvement. Dr. Rana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hirschsprung Disease, Scoliosis, Knock Knees, and Biliary Atresia. Dr. Rana is board certified in Pediatric Radiology: American Board Of Radiology, 1995 and Diagnostic Radiology: American Board Of Radiology, 1987.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital-Neuroscience Clinic

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Room 1300, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dana Harrar, MD, PhD, is an associate professor of Neurology and Pediatrics at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washington, D.C. She serves as the director of the Pediatric Critical Care Neurology Program and Pediatric Stroke Program at Children’s National Hospital. Dr. Harrar cares for patients within the Critical Care Neurology and Intensive Care Unit EEG services. She is board-certified in neurology with special qualifications in child neurology, clinical neurophysiology and neurocritical care. Her research areas of interest include acute pediatric stroke and critical care EEG monitoring. Dr. Harrar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Status Epilepticus, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Absence Seizure, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Harrar is board certified in Clinical Neurophysiology: American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2019 and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2016.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Quinn is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. He has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Quinn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Athymia, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Asthma in Children. Dr. Quinn is board certified in Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 1992 and Pediatric Emergency Medicine: American Board Of Pediatrics, 1992.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Amanda Stewart, MD, (she/her) joined Children’s National Hospital as a pediatric emergency medicine physician in June 2023. She completed her pediatrics residency in the Boston Combined Residency Program’s Leadership in Equity and Advocacy track and her pediatric emergency medicine fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital. After training, she designed and completed an advocacy and public policy fellowship and then served as the lead physician for Clinician Advocacy in the Boston Children's Hospital Office of Government Relations where she was a liaison for clinicians interested in advocacy and provided advocacy education across the institution. Her research is focused on children and families seen in the emergency department for homelessness, screening for and addressing health-related social needs, and a variety of other policy-focused projects. She has been involved in legislative advocacy at the state and federal levels on housing instability, healthcare access for immigrant children and other policy solutions to address adverse social determinants of health for children and families. Dr. Stewart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. Her clinical expertise encompasses Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Asthma in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Perlman Syndrome. Dr. Stewart is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, 2019 and Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2015.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ramon Sanchez is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. He has been practicing medicine for over 33 years. Dr. Sanchez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hirschsprung Disease, Scoliosis, Caudal Regression Syndrome, and Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome. Dr. Sanchez is board certified in Pediatric Radiology: American Board Of Radiology, 2014 and Diagnostic Radiology: American Board Of Radiology, 2012.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian, Russian

    Harutyun Haroyan is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Haroyan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hirschsprung Disease, Cerebral Hypoxia, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Dextrocardia with Situs Inversus. Dr. Haroyan is board certified in Pediatric Radiology: American Board Of Radiology, 2016, Neuroradiology: American Board Of Radiology, 2016, and Diagnostic Radiology: American Board Of Radiology, 2013.

    Advanced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Seema Khan is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Khan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Atresia of Small Intestine, Esophageal Atresia, and Esophageal Atresia Coloboma Talipes.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Rare Disease Institute

    7125 13th Place Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Lewanda, MD, joined Children's National Hospital as a faculty member in 1994 after finishing her medical genetics training at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the same year. She has served as a faculty member in medical genetics in the Inova health system. Dr. Lewanda is the co-director of the Down Syndrome Clinic. Dr. Lewanda’s research focuses on health outcomes for patients with Down Syndrome, and pediatric to adult transitions for genetics patients. Dr. Lewanda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Increased Head Circumference, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cantu Syndrome, and Hemi 3 Syndrome. Dr. Lewanda is board certified in Clinical Genetics (MD): American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, 2020, Clinical Genetics (MD): American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, 1993, and Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 1991.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lea Mayer is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. She has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Mayer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. Her clinical expertise encompasses Marshall-Smith Syndrome, Cantu Syndrome, Hemi 3 Syndrome, and Megalencephaly-Capillary Malformation Syndrome. Dr. Mayer is board certified in Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation, 2015 and Primary Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-PC): Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, 2010.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Referral may be required

    Telehealth Video Visit

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Dauber, MD, MMSc, is the chief of endocrinology at Children’s National Hospital. As a pediatric endocrinologist, Dr. Dauber works in all areas of pediatric endocrinology, but specializes in studying and treating growth disorders. Dr. Dauber has published more than 65 studies and regularly speaks at international pediatric endocrinology conferences, discussing a variety of topics, including clinical clues to identify rare genetic growth conditions, genetic factors that influence height and the timing of puberty, as well as novel genetic disorders that he has helped identify. He is the recipient of the 2020 Richard E. Weitzman Outstanding Early Career Investigator Award from the Endocrine Society for successfully applying innovative genetic technologies to pediatric endocrinology. With a medical degree and a Master’s of Medical Sciences in Clinical Investigation from Harvard Medical School, Dr. Dauber finds it natural to merge academic research with its clinical counterparts to accelerate cutting-edge treatment and multidisciplinary care. He is currently working with pediatric health centers to integrate genomics into patient registries and electronic health records, harnessing large data sets, including whole-exome sequences, to help clinicians identify and treat high-risk patients. Over the next few years, Dr. Dauber will create an endocrinology research program at Children’s National, transforming the type of care that children with endocrine disorders receive. This will make it easier for parents to find comprehensive resources for rare conditions, thyroid problems, growth disorders, early or delayed puberty, as well as type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Dr. Dauber also has experience with guiding joint infrastructures and engines of innovation. Previously, he served as the program director and director of translational research at the interdisciplinary Cincinnati Center for Growth Disorders at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Additionally, he was the director of their Genomics First for Undiagnosed Diseases Program and guided medical residents and fellows as an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Cincinnati. He held similar roles as the assistant medical director for the clinical research unit at Boston Children’s Hospital and as an assistant professor in pediatrics at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Dauber holds board certifications in pediatrics and pediatric endocrinology from the American Board of Pediatrics. He is an active member of and has received several awards and honors from the Endocrine Society, Pediatric Endocrine Society, European Society of Pediatric Endocrinology and the Society for Pediatric Research. Dr. Dauber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Hypochondroplasia, Precocious Puberty, and Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD). Dr. Dauber is board certified in Endocrinology Diabetes And Metabolism: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2011 and Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2007.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    CN Shepherd Park

    7125 13th Place Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Enrique Escalante is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. He has been practicing medicine for over 14 years. Dr. Escalante is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. His clinical expertise encompasses Isovaleric Acidemia, Koolen De Vries Syndrome, CHARGE Syndrome, and Microcephaly Deafness Syndrome. Dr. Escalante is board certified in Clinical Informatics: American Board Of Preventive Medicine, 2026 and American Board Of Pediatrics, 2017.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Nurse Practitioner | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Nurse Practitioner | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Telehealth Video Visit

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Heidi Clark is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. She has been practicing medicine for over 35 years. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. Her clinical expertise encompasses Coach Syndrome, Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria, VLDLR-Associated Cerebellar Hypoplasia, and Lissencephaly 1. Dr. Clark is board certified in Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, 2017 and Primary Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-PC): Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, 1999.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Orthopedics
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    Telehealth Video Visit

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    49+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura L. Tosi, MD, is the director of the Bone Health Program at Children’s National Hospital. Her practice focuses on orthopaedic management of children with physical disabilities and birth defects. Dr. Tosi also works to increase physician awareness of bone health issues for women and children, with the goal of reducing debilitating bone injury as the population ages. Dr. Tosi also treats children and adults with spina bifida and other congenital orthopaedic problems. Dr. Tosi has lectured extensively on women’s bone health, particularly osteoporosis prevention, to women’s organizations throughout the United States. Dr. Tosi is a member of the Committee on Women’s Health Issues for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and serves on the Boards of Directors for the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation and the Academic Orthopaedic Society. Specialties: Rare Bone Disease, Bone Health, and Trauma. Dr. Tosi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Macrodactyly of the Foot, Acromicric Dysplasia, and Osteoporosis. Dr. Tosi is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1986.

    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Perlman Syndrome
    Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Debra Regier is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Regier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Perlman Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gangliosidosis, GM1 Gangliosidosis, Cantu Syndrome, and Maple Syrup Urine Disease.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Perlman Syndrome?

    Perlman syndrome causes overgrowth in infancy and affects many different parts of the body. Babies with Perlman syndrome are bigger than most babies and have large heads, kidneys, and livers. In addition, they may have low muscle tone, distinctive facial features, and developmental delay. Over time, people with Perlman syndrome have an increased chance to develop Wilms tumor, a rare kidney cancer that primarily affects children. Perlman syndrome is caused by genetic changes (variants) in the DIS3L2 gene. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern. Diagnosis is based on the symptoms, a clinical exam, and may be confirmed by the results of genetic testing.

    When should I see a Perlman Syndrome doctor in District of Columbia, 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 Perlman Syndrome doctor in District of Columbia, 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 Perlman Syndrome doctors in District of Columbia, 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 Perlman Syndrome doctors in District of Columbia, 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 Perlman Syndrome doctor in District of Columbia, 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 Perlman Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Perlman Syndrome 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 Perlman Syndrome doctor in District of Columbia, 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 Perlman Syndrome 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 Perlman Syndrome 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 Perlman Syndrome doctors in District of Columbia, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Perlman Syndrome 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 Perlman Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Perlman Syndrome 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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