The 20 Best Primary Lateral Sclerosis Doctors Near Me in Saga Prefecture, JP

Find the Top Primary Lateral Sclerosis Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in Primary Lateral Sclerosis near Saga Prefecture, JP. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Kazumasa Shindo
    Advanced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Kazumasa Shindo
    Yamanashi, JP 

    Kazumasa Shindo practices practicing medicine in Yamanashi, Japan. Shindo is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. They are also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Familial Dysautonomia, Opisthotonos, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Multiple System Atrophy.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Kishin L. Koh
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Kishin L. Koh
    Yamanashi, JP 

    Kishin Koh practices practicing medicine in Yamanashi, Japan. Koh is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. They are also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Paraplegia, Spastic Paraplegia Type 2, and Spasticity.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Takanori Hata
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Takanori Hata
    Chuo, JP 

    Takanori Hata practices practicing medicine in Chuo, Japan. Mr. Hata is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spastic Paraplegia Type 2, Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

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    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Takamitsu Natori
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Takamitsu Natori
    Kofu, JP 

    Takamitsu Natori practices practicing medicine in Kofu, Japan. Natori is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Their clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Hitoshi Mochizuki
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Hitoshi Mochizuki
    Kofu, JP 

    Hitoshi Mochizuki practices practicing medicine in Kofu, Japan. Mr. Mochizuki is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Liver Cancer, PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Takamura Nagasaka
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Takamura Nagasaka
    Yamanashi, JP 

    Takamura Nagasaka practices practicing medicine in Yamanashi, Japan. Nagasaka is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Opisthotonos, Phosphoglycerate Mutase Deficiency, Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis, and Dysarthria.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Nobuo Yamashiro
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Nobuo Yamashiro
    Yamanashi, JP 

    Nobuo Yamashiro practices practicing medicine in Yamanashi, Japan. Mr. Yamashiro is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Opisthotonos, Herpes Zoster Oticus, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Yuta Ichinose
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Yuta Ichinose
    Yamanashi, JP 

    Yuta Ichinose practices practicing medicine in Yamanashi, Japan. Mr. Ichinose is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Paraplegia, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, and Spastic Paraplegia Type 2.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Toko Fukao
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Toko Fukao
    Yamanashi, JP 

    Toko Fukao practices practicing medicine in Yamanashi, Japan. Fukao is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Their clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Ptosis, and Familial Dysautonomia.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Akane Satake
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Akane Satake
    Fuefuki, JP 

    Akane Satake practices practicing medicine in Fuefuki, Japan. Ms. Satake is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Ptosis.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Tatsuya Saito
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Tatsuya Saito
    Yamanashi, JP 

    Tatsuya Saito practices practicing medicine in Yamanashi, Japan. Mr. Saito is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. His clinical expertise encompasses Vaginal Yeast Infection, Vulvovaginitis, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Neurosarcoidosis.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Yuto Morishima
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Yuto Morishima
    Yamanashi, JP 

    Yuto Morishima practices practicing medicine in Yamanashi, Japan. Mr. Morishima is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spastic Paraplegia Type 4, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Neurosarcoidosis.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Atsuhiko Shindo
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Atsuhiko Shindo
    Yamanashi, JP 

    Atsuhiko Shindo practices practicing medicine in Yamanashi, Japan. Shindo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Their clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Parkinson's Disease.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Dr Y. Takiyama
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Dr Y. Takiyama
    Fuefuki, JP 

    Dr Takiyama practices practicing medicine in Fuefuki, Japan. Takiyama is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. They are also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Spasticity, and Spastic Paraplegia Type 11.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Yuji Ueno
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Yuji Ueno
    Chuo, JP 

    Yuji Ueno practices practicing medicine in Chuo, Japan. Mr. Ueno is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), and CACH Syndrome.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Yosuke Kono
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Yosuke Kono
    Chuo, JP 

    Yosuke Kono practices practicing medicine in Chuo, Japan. Mr. Kono is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Hypoxia, Kawasaki Disease, Ventricular Fibrillation, and Pulmonary Atresia.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Primary Lateral Sclerosis?

    Primary lateral sclerosis (PLS) is a rare neuromuscular disease that affects the nerve cells that control the voluntary muscles. Problems in the legs (such as weakness, stiffness, spasticity, and balance problems) are often observed first, but hand clumsiness and changes in speech can be early symptoms, as well. The underlying cause of adult PLS is currently unknown. In most cases, it occurs sporadically in people with no family history of the condition. A subtype of PLS, called juvenile PLS, is caused by changes in the ALS2 gene and is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner.

    When should I see a Primary Lateral Sclerosis doctor in Saga Prefecture, JP?

    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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis doctor in Saga Prefecture, JP?

    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 do I find the best Primary Lateral Sclerosis doctor in Saga Prefecture, JP?

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    How does MediFind rank Primary Lateral Sclerosis doctors in Saga Prefecture, JP?

    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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis doctors in Saga Prefecture, JP?

    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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis doctor in Saga Prefecture, JP?

    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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Primary Lateral Sclerosis 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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis doctor in Saga Prefecture, JP?

    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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis 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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis 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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis doctors in Saga Prefecture, JP?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Primary Lateral Sclerosis 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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Primary Lateral Sclerosis 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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