The 20 Best Porencephaly Doctors Near Me in Louisiana, US

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The 20 Best Porencephaly Doctors in Louisiana, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 33 doctor with experience in Porencephaly near Louisiana, US. Of these, 30 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery

    Ochsner Health Center - South Tyler

    1203 S Tyler St, Medical Office Building, Suite 220, 
    Covington, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Benjamin Brown is a neurosurgeon at Ochsner in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Brown completed a dual bachelor's degree of science in electrical engineering and computer engineering at Louisiana State University in 2001 and received his medical degree in 2006 from Louisiana State University Medical School in New Orleans. He completed his residency in neurosurgery at LSU Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana, in 2013 followed by a cerebrovascular and endovascular fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Ochsner Medical Complex - The Grove

    10310 The Grove Blvd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Bowie is a Neurosurgery provider in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Bowie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Disc Surgery, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Southeast Neuroscience Center LLC

    128 Neuroscience Ct, 
    Gray, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wendy Gervais is a Pediatrics provider in Gray, Louisiana. Dr. Gervais is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Cervical Myelopathy.

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    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Steven is a Radiologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Steven is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Hydrocephalus, and Brain Aneurysm.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Radiology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Radiology

    Regional Radiology

    1202 S Tyler St, 
    Covington, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jash Patel is a Radiologist in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Pleural Effusion.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Intensive Care Medicine

    St. Tammany Parish Hospital

    1202 S Tyler St., 
    Covington, LA 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Megan Walley is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Walley 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 Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Apoplexy, and Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Ochsner Neurosciences Institute - Covington

    1341 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Chehebar is a Neurologist in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Chehebar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Encephalitis, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Woman's Hospital

    100 Womans Way, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Winters is a Radiologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Winters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Breast Infection, Galactocoele, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    8230 Summa Ave Ste C, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christian Morel is a Neuroradiologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Morel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Advanced in Porencephaly

    Advanced Wound Care & Ostomy Clinic

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 306, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lori Ann Mcbride is a Neurologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Ann Mcbride is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Porencephaly, Schizencephaly, Hydrocephalus, and Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.

    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology

    Labcorp

    500 Hall St, 
    Monroe, LA 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aristoteles Angel is a Pediatric Neurologist in Monroe, Louisiana. Dr. Angel has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Microcephaly, Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia, Zika Virus Disease, and Cerebral Palsy.

    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    8200 Constantin Blvd Ste 210, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yash Shah is a Pediatric Neurologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    8200 Constantin Blvd Ste 210, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chad Manuel is a Pediatric Neurologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Manuel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Cerebral Palsy.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Southeast Neuroscience Center LLC

    128 Neuroscience Ct, 
    Gray, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Haight is a Neurologist in Gray, Louisiana. Dr. Haight is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Restless Legs Syndrome.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    8200 Constantin Blvd Ste 210, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shannon Maura is a Pediatric Neurologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Maura is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Transient Tic Disorder, Tourette Syndrome, and Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Office

    8200 Constantin Blvd Ste 210, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jillian Ann Ploof is a Neurosurgery provider in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Ann Ploof is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Increased Head Circumference, Choroid Plexus Cyst, Familial Porencephaly, and Arachnoid Cysts.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery

    Children's Multi-Specialty Group LLC

    4704 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ann Marie is a Neurosurgery provider in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Marie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Sunken Fontanelles, Bulging Fontanelles, and Increased Head Circumference.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery

    Precision Neurosurgery

    2400 Hospital Dr Ste 340, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Hefner is a Neurosurgery provider in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Hefner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Hefner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Lsuhsc Shreveport

    1501 Kings Hwy, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bharat Guthikonda is a Neurosurgery provider in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Guthikonda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    5131 Odonovan Dr Ste 202, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charlotte Hollman is a Pediatric Neurologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Hollman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Zika Virus Disease, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia, and Microcephaly.

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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 in Louisiana, 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 Porencephaly doctor in Louisiana, 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 Porencephaly doctors in Louisiana, 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 Porencephaly doctors in Louisiana, 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 Porencephaly doctor in Louisiana, 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 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 in Louisiana, 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 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 in Louisiana, US?

    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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