The 20 Best Porencephaly Doctors Near Me in Washington, DC

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The 20 Best Porencephaly Doctors near Washington, DC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 26 doctor with experience in Porencephaly near Washington, DC. Of these, 23 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    900 23rd St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rajesh Bhojwani is a Neuroradiologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Bhojwani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Porencephaly, Schizencephaly, and Arachnoid Cysts.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurology

    Gw Imaging Center-Foggy Bottom: 2121 K Street

    2121 K St NW Ste 100, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ramin Javan is a Neurologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Javan has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Primary Familial Brain Calcification, Cerebelloolivary Atrophy, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tammy Tsuchida is a Neurologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Tsuchida is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, Hemimegalencephaly, Epilepsy, and Liver Embolization.

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    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Radiology

    MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arash Zandieh is a Pediatric Radiologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Zandieh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Porencephaly, Schizencephaly, Nasal Flaring, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

    Shih-chun Lin
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 412, Suite 412, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shih-Chun (David) Lin, M.D., is a neurosurgeon with Johns Hopkins Neurosurgery in Bethesda, Maryland, as well as an associate professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Lin offers neurosurgical care to patients with brain or spine diseases. He was the first to introduce several procedures to Suburban Hospital, including endoscopic pituitary surgery, endoscopic extended skull base surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, neurosurgical complex spinal instrumentation surgery, stereotactic radiosurgery and microvascular decompression for cranial nerve compression syndrome, such as trigeminal neuralgia. He also has clinical expertise in MRI- and CT-guided surgical navigation. Dr. Lin typically treats brain tumors, spinal tumors, pituitary tumors, spinal stenosis, herniated intervertebral disc, skull base tumors, encephalocele, and skull base CSF leak (rhinorrhea or otorrhea). Dr. Lin graduated first place from National Taiwan University College of Medicine, earning his medical degree at the age of 21, the youngest in Taiwan’s history. He then served as a medical/surgical officer in the 206th Infantry Division for the Taiwan Army. He received his Ph.D. in neuroscience from Johns Hopkins University, awarded Phi Beta Kappa and Paul Ehrlich Research Award for his academic and research achievements. Dr. Lin completed his neurosurgical residency at Stanford University Medical Center, where he gained experience in the latest surgical technologies, such as endoscopic surgery, minimally invasive surgery, computer-guided surgical navigation and stereotactic radiosurgery. His research using optogenetics, from his fellowship at Stanford, was awarded by The Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Lin is a member of the Suburban Hospital Tumor Board. He has worked on several system innovation and quality improvement efforts at Suburban Hospital, such as standardizing critical care protocols for post-operative care for patients undergoing pituitary surgery and establishing MRI protocols for patients implanted with spinal cord stimulators or cardiac pacemakers. Dr. Lin is also a fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Lin has earned numerous awards, such as the Teaching Excellence Award for Stanford University School of Medicine, the Service Excellence Award for Suburban Hospital, Best Consulting Physicians at Johns Hopkins Medicine, Surgeon of the Year Award at Suburban Hospital, and was named one of America's Top Surgeons for Consumers' Research Council of America, Washingtonian Top Doctors, and Bethesda Magazine Top Doctors. Dr. Lin's research interests are in optogenetics, investigating mechanisms behind epilepsy control and glial cell reaction to pathologic conditions. He has contributed to numerous publications and lectures. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Binder's Syndrome, Frontonasal Dysplasia, Craniectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hasan Syed is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Syed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Pineocytoma, Hydrocephalus, Craniosynostosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laura Tochen is a Pediatric Neurologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Tochen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are CACH Syndrome, Stereotypic Movement Disorder, Tourette Syndrome, Chorea, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Donoho is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Donoho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Sunken Fontanelles, Bulging Fontanelles, Rathke Cleft Cyst, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Kaiser Permanente Capitol Hill Medical Center

    700 2nd St Ne, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alpa Vashist is a Neurologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Vashist is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Seizures, Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Vashist is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tesfaye Zelleke is a Neurologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Zelleke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Cortical Dysplasia, and Absence Seizure.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harutyun Haroyan is a Neuroradiologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Haroyan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Hirschsprung Disease, Cerebral Hypoxia, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Dextrocardia with Situs Inversus.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurology

    Pavel Klein

    6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 610, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pavel Klein is a Neurologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Klein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Post-Traumatic Epilepsy.

    Richard Murray
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery

    Virginia Neurosurgeons

    1635 N George Mason Dr, Suite 480, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Richard D. Murray, MD, FAANS, a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurosurgeon, excels in microsurgical and minimally invasive treatments for diverse brain and spine conditions. He specializes in complex brain and skull base tumors, meningiomas, vestibular schwannomas, pituitary adenomas, and spine tumors. Dr. Murray also offers general spine surgeries such as decompressive laminectomies, microdiscectomies, spine fusions, and artificial cervical disc replacements. He emphasizes personalized care, using state-of-the-art technologies for customized treatment plans. Chief of Neurosurgery at VHC Health, Dr. Murray, frequently brings together experts from different fields within a multispecialty group to manage complex cases. Dr. Murray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Hemangioblastoma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Meningioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Radiology
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Radiology

    Ifrc LLC

    2722 Merrilee Dr, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Lee is a Pediatric Radiologist in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Gallbladder Disease, Gas Bloat Syndrome, and Pleurisy.

    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Radiology
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Radiology

    Ifrc LLC

    2722 Merrilee Dr, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ian Mills is a Pediatric Radiologist in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Mills is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery

    MedStar Health: Neurosurgery At Chevy Chase

    5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1225, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amjad Anaizi is a Neurosurgery provider in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Anaizi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Schwannoma, Apoplexy, Acoustic Neuroma, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ilana Kahn is a Pediatric Neurologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Kahn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Encephalitis, Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology

    Ifrc LLC

    2722 Merrilee Dr, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Choi is a Neuroradiologist in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Meningioma, Vertigo, and Radiation Induced Meningioma.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PC

    3299 Woodburn Rd Ste 110, 
    Annandale, VA 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christian Muller is a Neuroradiologist in Annandale, Virginia. Dr. Muller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, CAPOS Syndrome, Vertigo, and Radiation Induced Meningioma.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nelya Ebadirad is a Neuroradiologist in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Ebadirad has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Herniated Disk, and Vertigo.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Porencephaly?

    Porencephaly is a rare condition that affects the central nervous system. People with Porencephaly develop fluid-filled cysts or cavities in the brain either before or shortly after birth. The severity of the condition and the associated signs and symptoms vary significantly based on the size, location, and number of cysts. Common features include developmental delay, reduced muscle tone (hypotonia), seizures, macrocephaly (unusually large head size), spastic hemiplegia, speech problems, delayed growth, and intellectual disability. Porencephaly is usually the result of damage from infection or stroke after birth. In these cases, the condition occurs sporadically in people with no family history of the condition. There is an inherited form of the condition called familial Porencephaly, which is caused by changes in the COL4A1 or COL4A2 genes and is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner.

    When should I see a Porencephaly doctor near Washington, DC?

    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 Porencephaly doctor near Washington, DC?

    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 Porencephaly doctors near Washington, DC?

    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 Porencephaly doctors near Washington, DC?

    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 Porencephaly doctor near Washington, DC?

    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 Porencephaly doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Porencephaly 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 Porencephaly doctor near Washington, DC?

    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 Porencephaly 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 Porencephaly 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 Porencephaly doctors near Washington, DC?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Porencephaly 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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