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    MediFind found 38 doctor with experience in Porencephaly near South Carolina, US. Of these, 36 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    38 providers found
      Advanced in Porencephaly
      Advanced in Porencephaly

      Lexington Health Inc

      222 E Medical Ln, Suite 100, 
      West Columbia, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Johnathan Engh is a Neurosurgery provider in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Engh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Astrocytoma, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Engh is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Porencephaly
      Advanced in Porencephaly

      Grand Strand Specialty Associates, LLC

      809 82nd Pkwy, 
      Myrtle Beach, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Eugene Giddens is a Neurosurgery provider in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dr. Giddens is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Giddens is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Experienced in Porencephaly

      University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol

      171 Ashley Ave, 
      Charleston, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      William Vandergrift is a Neurosurgery provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Vandergrift is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Pituitary Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

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      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Family Medicine

      Colonial Family Practice LLC

      674 W Liberty St, 
      Sumter, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Lucas is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Lucas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Folate-Deficiency Anemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Dr. Lucas is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Experienced in Porencephaly

      Imagecare LLC

      710 Rabon Rd, Suite 100, 
      Columbia, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jeffrey Shramek is a Radiologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Shramek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Baker Cyst, Visceromegaly, Herniated Disk, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Shramek is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology | Pediatrics

      Mecklenburg Neurology Group

      1665 Herlong Ct, Suite B, 
      Rock Hill, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Nahouraii is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Dr. Nahouraii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Susac Syndrome, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, and Seizures.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Experienced in Porencephaly

      Colonial Family Practice LLC

      385 W Wesmark Blvd, 
      Sumter, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      John Baker is a Neurologist in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Baker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Essential Tremor. Dr. Baker is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Pediatric Radiology | Radiology
      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Pediatric Radiology | Radiology

      Prisma Health University Medical Group

      1210 W Faris Rd, 
      Greenville, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Matthew Marcus is a Pediatric Radiologist and a Radiologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Marcus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Pleural Effusion, Fecal Impaction, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Experienced in Porencephaly

      Palmetto Primary Care Physicians

      2500 Elms Center Road, 
      North Charleston, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      John Lucas is a Neurologist in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Lucas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Migraine, Essential Tremor, and Peripheral Neuropathy.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Experienced in Porencephaly

      Spartanburg Medical Center

      1650 Skylyn Dr, Suite 200, 
      Spartanburg, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Tonya Frazier is a Neurologist in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Dr. Frazier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Thromboangiitis Obliterans, Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Dr. Frazier is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
      555 E Cheves St, 
      Florence, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Megan Barry is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Barry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Moyamoya Disease, Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM), Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, and Athetosis.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      General Practice
      Experienced in Porencephaly
      General Practice

      Mcleod Physician Associates Ii

      800 E Cheves St, 
      Florence, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Rives is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Rives is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Rives is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Neurosurgery

      Prisma Health Medical Group-Midlands

      3 Richland Medical Park Dr, Suite 310, 
      Columbia, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ahmad Bader is a Neurosurgery provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Bader is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Bader is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Neurosurgery | Cardiology
      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Neurosurgery | Cardiology

      Grand Strand Specialty Associates, LLC

      920 Doug White Dr, Suite 130, 
      Myrtle Beach, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      James Smith is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Cardiologist in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Laminectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Experienced in Porencephaly

      Palmetto Primary Care Physicians

      2500 Elms Center Road, 
      North Charleston, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Carlile is a Neurologist in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Carlile is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Degeneration, Peripheral Neuropathy, Migraine, and Delirium.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Experienced in Porencephaly

      Spartanburg Medical Center

      420 The Pkwy A, 
      Greer, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Pilch is a Neurologist in Greer, South Carolina. Dr. Pilch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Degeneration, Peripheral Neuropathy, Thromboangiitis Obliterans, and Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy. Dr. Pilch is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Experienced in Porencephaly

      Spartanburg Medical Center

      101 E Wood St, 
      Spartanburg, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brian Lewis is a Radiologist in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Cholesterol Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Bronchogenic Cyst, and X-Linked Intellectual Disability, Siderius Type.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Neurosurgery

      Prisma Health University Medical Group

      48 Cross Park Ct, 
      Greenville, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Lacey Carter is a Neurosurgery provider in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Carter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Arachnoid Cysts, Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, and Chiari Malformation Type 2. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Experienced in Porencephaly

      Prisma Health University Medical Group

      1210 W Faris Rd, 
      Greenville, SC 
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Brinkley is a Radiologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Brinkley has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Fecal Impaction.

      Experienced in Porencephaly
      Experienced in Porencephaly
      14 Farmfield Ave, Suite C, 
      Charleston, SC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Troy Marlow is a Radiologist in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Marlow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Visceromegaly, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica. Dr. Marlow is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 South Carolina, 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 South Carolina, 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 South Carolina, 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 South Carolina, 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 South Carolina, 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 South Carolina, 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 South Carolina, 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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