The 20 Best Primary Lateral Sclerosis Doctors Near Me in Buffalo, NY

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The 20 Best Primary Lateral Sclerosis Doctors near Buffalo, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Primary Lateral Sclerosis near Buffalo, NY. Of these, 10 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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13 providers found
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Neurology
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Neurology

    University Neurology, Inc

    1001 Main St, Fl 4, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gil Wolfe is a Neurologist in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Wolfe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Sciatica, Thymectomy, and Nerve Decompression.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Ipc Hospitalist Services Of New York P.C.

    50 Lakefront Blvd Ste 130, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Evans is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Evans is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Alcoholic Neuropathy, and Osteomyelitis.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    Buffalo Medical Group PC

    85 High St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shahid Banday is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Banday is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Sepsis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Family Medicine

    Jericho RD. Community Health Center

    184 Barton St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabth Harding is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Harding is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Decorticate Posture.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Erie County Medical Center

    462 Grider St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mohammad Samie is a Neurologist in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Samie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    565 Abbott Rd Rm 8646, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yahya Othman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Othman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Low Sodium Level, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Advanced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Advanced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Thunder Bay, ON, CA 
     (7.9 miles away)

    Ayman Hassan practices in Thunder Bay, Canada. Mr. Hassan is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Frontotemporal Dementia, and Movement Disorders.

    Advanced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Advanced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Thunder Bay, ON, CA 
     (7.9 miles away)

    Jane Dewar-Lawrence practices in Thunder Bay, Canada. Ms. Dewar-Lawrence is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Movement Disorders, and Frontotemporal Dementia.

    Advanced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Advanced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Office

    5851 Main St, 
    Williamsville, NY 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Silvestri is a Neurologist in Williamsville, New York. Dr. Silvestri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome, and Thymectomy.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Office

    3980 Sheridan Dr Ste 200, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bennett Myers is a Neurologist in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Myers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Peripheral Neuropathy, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    955 Oliver Rd, 
    Thunder Bay, ON, CA 
     (7.9 miles away)

    Robert Omeljaniuk practices in Thunder Bay, Canada. Mr. Omeljaniuk is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteochondroma, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Osteoarthritis, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Neurology
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Neurology

    Office

    3980 Sheridan Dr, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Xiuli Li is a Neurologist in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Her top areas of expertise are Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Athetosis.

    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    Experienced in Primary Lateral Sclerosis

    Office

    5851 Main St, 
    Williamsville, NY 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Osman Farooq is a Neurologist in Williamsville, New York. Dr. Farooq is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Lateral Sclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Memory Loss, and Epilepsy in Children.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 near Buffalo, NY?

    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 near Buffalo, NY?

    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 Primary Lateral Sclerosis doctors near Buffalo, NY?

    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 near Buffalo, NY?

    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 near Buffalo, NY?

    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 near Buffalo, NY?

    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 near Buffalo, NY?

    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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