The 20 Best Post Polio Syndrome Doctors Near Me in North Carolina, US

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The 20 Best Post Polio Syndrome Doctors in North Carolina, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 128 doctor with experience in Post Polio Syndrome near North Carolina, US. Of these, 123 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    William L. Bockenek
    Distinguished in Post Polio Syndrome
    Distinguished in Post Polio Syndrome

    Carolinas Rehabilitation Charlotte

    1100 Blythe Blvd., 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Bockenek is a Physiatrist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Bockenek is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Post Polio Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Bockenek is currently accepting new patients.

    Lorri A. Ayers
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Perspective Health & Wellness

    4525 Cameron Valley Parkway, Suite 1600, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lorri Ayers is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Ayers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Livedo Reticularis, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Ayers is currently accepting new patients.

    Heidi K. White
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome

    Duke Geriatrics North Durham

    4220 N Roxboro St, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    It is a great privilege to see older adult patients in consultation and to work with them, their families, and their primary care physicians to ensure the highest quality of health and wellness. I am especially interested in the care of those with cognitive difficulties, those who struggle with mood changes, and those who find themselves serving as caregivers to others. Dr. White is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Vascular Dementia, Post Polio Syndrome, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease.

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    Lisa D. Hobson
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome

    Duke Electromyography Laboratory - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Hobson is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hobson has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Andersen-Tawil Syndrome.

    Ankit A. Patel
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome

    Duke Orthopaedics Arringdon

    5601 Arringdon Park Dr, 
    Morrisville, NC 
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Gujarati , Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    I grew up in a family of medical practitioners, which inspired me to pursue a career where I could make a positive impact on people's lives. I believe it is important to enrich an individual's health holistically through individualized treatment plans. I focus on improving quality of life with goals determined by the patients themselves. I treat the scope of physical medicine and rehabilitation and am always seeking to learn more. Additionally, I enjoy time in nature, playing any sport, spending meaningful time with friends and family, personal inquiry, and spiritual pursuits. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Post Polio Syndrome.

    Jodi J. Hawes
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy general neurology, but have a particular interest in the rehabilitation of individuals with neurological disorders. I previously worked as a physical therapist in an orthopedic clinic in Troy, New York, for seven years. I fell in love with the anatomy of the nervous system during my physical therapy training and again in medical school. Dr. Hawes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Hemiplegia, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Cerebral Palsy.

    Urvi G. Desai
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Sleep Medicine | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Sleep Medicine | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Atrium Health Neurology Specialty Care, A Facility Of Carolinas Medical Center

    1010 Edgehill Road N., 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Urvi Desai is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Dysferlinopathy, Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD), and Myasthenia Gravis. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

    Timothy Dalton
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics

    Novant Health North Point Medical Associates

    1995 Bethabara Road, 
    Winston Salem, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Dalton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Dalton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lymphangitis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Alcoholic Neuropathy, and Familial Hypertension.

    Karissa L. Gable
    Advanced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Advanced in Post Polio Syndrome

    Duke Electromyography Laboratory - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Karissa Gable is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gable has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Post Polio Syndrome.

    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome

    Ecu Health Neurology-Greenville

    2280 Hemby Ln, 
    Greenville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Frere is a Neurologist in Greenville, North Carolina. Dr. Frere is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Gastrostomy, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Fletcher Hospital Inc

    130 Forest Glen Rd # B, 
    Columbus, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Viar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbus, North Carolina. Dr. Viar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Duke Primary Care South Durham IM

    234 Crooked Creek Pkwy Ste 200, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Ashley is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ashley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, Encephalitis, and Sciatica. Dr. Ashley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Adult And Pediatric Medicine Associates

    640 Summit Crossing Place, Suite 204, 
    Gastonia, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Scheitler is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gastonia, North Carolina. Dr. Scheitler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Osteomyelitis in Children, Sinusitis, and Empyema.

    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Physiatry | Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Physiatry | Palliative Medicine

    Duke Regional Hospital

    3643 N Roxboro St, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick O'brien is a Physiatrist and a Palliative Medicine provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. O'brien has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hemiplegia, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Advanced in Post Polio Syndrome

    Caromont Medical Group Inc

    1212 Spruce St, 
    Belmont, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Kirsten Damore is a Physiatrist in Belmont, North Carolina. Dr. Damore is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Pudendal Neuralgia, Wallerian Degeneration, and Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Dr. Damore is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Advanced in Post Polio Syndrome

    Office

    295 Olmsted Blvd Ste 2, 
    Pinehurst, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Tellez is a Neurologist in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Dr. Tellez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Post Polio Syndrome, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Vertigo.

    Advanced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Extended Care Physicians-Mountain PA

    90 Southside Ave Ste 300, 
    Asheville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Enrique Varela is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Varela is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Anemia, and Dementia.

    Daniel E. Davis
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Atrium Health Primary Care Dove Internal Medicine

    6030 W. Highway 74, Suite D, 
    Indian Trail, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Davis is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Indian Trail, North Carolina. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Peptic Ulcer.

    Timothy A. Collins
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome

    Duke Neurology Cary

    100 Duke Health Cary Pl, 
    Cary, NC 
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    As a headache specialist, I see patients with headaches and other causes of head and face pain, along with other neurological disorders that cause pain. I have been on the faculty at Duke University for 21 years. Dr. Collins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Headache.

    Harold T. Zeltner
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Post Polio Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Atrium Health Primary Care Dove Internal Medicine

    6030 W. Highway 74, Suite D, 
    Indian Trail, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Harold Zeltner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Indian Trail, North Carolina. Dr. Zeltner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post Polio Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL), Post Polio Syndrome, Mulibrey Nanism, and Robinow Syndrome. Dr. Zeltner is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Post Polio Syndrome?

    Symptoms and severity vary among affected people and may include muscle weakness and a gradual decrease in the size of muscles (atrophy); muscle and joint pain; fatigue; difficulty with gait; respiratory problems; and/or swallowing problems. Only a polio survivor can develop PPS. While polio is a contagious disease, PPS is not.

    When should I see a Post Polio Syndrome doctor in North 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 Post Polio Syndrome doctor in North 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 Post Polio Syndrome doctors in North 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 Post Polio Syndrome doctors in North 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 Post Polio Syndrome doctor in North 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 Post Polio Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Post Polio 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 Post Polio Syndrome doctor in North 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 Post Polio 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 Post Polio 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 Post Polio Syndrome doctors in North Carolina, US?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Post Polio 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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