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    MediFind found 83 doctor with experience in Progeria near Georgia, US. Of these, 65 are Experienced and 18 are Advanced.

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    83 providers found
      Michael Litrel
      Advanced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Advanced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology

      Cherokee Women's Health Specialists

      227 Riverstone Drive, 
      Canton, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Litrel is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Litrel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Neuralgia, Donohue Syndrome, Wolfram Syndrome, Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL), and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

      Experienced in Progeria
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Progeria
      Neurosurgery

      Physiotherapy Associates Inc

      110 Cherokee Pl, 
      Cartersville, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ribhu Jha is a Neurosurgery provider in Cartersville, Georgia. Dr. Jha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Jha is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Progeria
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Progeria
      General Surgery

      Cherokee Women's Health Specialists

      227 Riverstone Drive, 
      Canton, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Haley is a General Surgeon in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Haley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL), Werner Syndrome, Wolfram Syndrome, Progeria, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

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      Advanced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Advanced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Atlanta, GA 
      Experience:
      45+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sharon Bent is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Bent has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Lump in the Abdomen, Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch Syndrome, and Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL).

      Advanced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Advanced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology

      Cherokee Womens Health Specialist PC

      227 Riverstone Dr, 
      Canton, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Peahen Gandhi is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Gandhi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. Her top areas of expertise are Menorrhagia, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch Syndrome, Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL), and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

      Advanced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Advanced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology

      Cherokee Women's Health Specialists

      227 Riverstone Drive, 
      Canton, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Lisa Mcleod is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Mcleod is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. Her top areas of expertise are Progeria, Werner Syndrome, Wolfram Syndrome, Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch Syndrome, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Mcleod is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Advanced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology

      Cherokee Women's Health Specialists

      227 Riverstone Drive, 
      Canton, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Polish, Spanish, Ukrainian
      Accepting New Patients

      Robert Barrett is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Barrett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Donohue Syndrome, Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL), Wolfram Syndrome, Progeria, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Barrett is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Advanced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology

      Cherokee Women's Health Specialists

      227 Riverstone Drive, 
      Canton, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ansley Stone is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Stone is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. Her top areas of expertise are Werner Syndrome, Progeria, Wolfram Syndrome, Donohue Syndrome, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Stone is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Progeria
      Advanced in Progeria

      Thomas Eye Group, P.C.

      4480A Chamblee Dunwoody Road, 
      Atlanta, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Charles Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Optometry in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Williams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

      Advanced in Progeria
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Progeria
      Family Medicine

      The Medical Center Of Elberton LLP

      109 College Ave, 
      Elberton, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Matthew Jenkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Elberton, Georgia. Dr. Jenkins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis, Thrush, and Tracheobronchomalacia.

      Advanced in Progeria
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Progeria
      Family Medicine

      Medical Center Of Elberton

      109 College Ave, 
      Elberton, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ralph Crowe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Elberton, Georgia. Dr. Crowe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Tietz Syndrome, and Costochondritis. Dr. Crowe is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Progeria
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Progeria
      Family Medicine

      Medical Center Of Elberton

      109 College Ave, 
      Elberton, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Daniel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Elberton, Georgia. Dr. Daniel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Daniel is currently accepting new patients.

      Steven B. Leichter
      Experienced in Progeria
      Endocrinology | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Progeria
      Endocrinology | Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians Endocrinology Columbus

      2425 Brookstone Centre Parkway, 
      Columbus, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Steven Leichter, M.D., is a nationally recognized, board certified endocrinologist and Fellow of the American College of Physicians and American College of Clinical Endocrinologists. Dr. Leichter has a special interest in treating metabolic diseases and osteoporosis. Other specialty areas include hormonal evaluations of orthostatic hypotension and tachycardia, metabolic evaluation of kidney stones and diagnostic challenges. He has published over 80 papers and continues to carry out clinical research.Dr. Leichter is married and has five children, nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren and one dog. Dr. Leichter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

      Dharmeshkumar C. Patel
      Experienced in Progeria
      Experienced in Progeria

      Georgia Family Care

      2491 Panola Road, 
      Lithonia, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati , Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dharmeshkumar Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lithonia, Georgia. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

      Tomas Garzon
      Experienced in Progeria
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Progeria
      Neurosurgery

      Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

      1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
      Atlanta, GA 
      Experience:
      20+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Tomas Garzon is a Neurosurgery provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Garzon has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Prolactinoma, Microvascular Decompression, and Rhizotomy.

      David A. Olson
      Experienced in Progeria
      Experienced in Progeria

      DeKalb Neurology Group

      2665 North Decatur Road, Ste540, 
      Decatur, GA 
      Experience:
      37+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      David Olson is a Neurologist in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Olson has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Peripheral Neuropathy.

      George E. Anderson
      Experienced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Experienced in Progeria
      Obstetrics and Gynecology

      Piedmont Physicians Obstetrics And Gynecology Newnan

      775 Poplar Road, Suite 120, 
      Newnan, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      G. Edgar Anderson, Jr., M.D. earned his undergraduate degree from the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, Virginia. He went on to serve as a captain in the United States Air Force. Upon separation from military service, Dr. Anderson earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga with a specialty in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Anderson has over 20 years of private practice experience with special interests in minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, pelvic floor disorders and incontinence procedures. He is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. In his spare time, Dr. Anderson enjoys flying, scuba diving, sailing and golf. Dr. Anderson welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Painful Menstrual Periods, Fitz-Hugh-Curtis Syndrome, Angiomyoma, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Hysterectomy.

      Grace A. Pilcher
      Experienced in Progeria
      Experienced in Progeria

      Piedmont Neurology Of Augusta

      820 Saint Sebastian Way, Ste 4A, 
      Augusta, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Polish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Grace Pilcher is a Neurologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Pilcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Pilcher is currently accepting new patients.

      Marc Goldman
      Experienced in Progeria
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Progeria
      Neurosurgery

      Piedmont Physicians Neurosurgery Of Columbus

      1538 13th Ave, Ste B300, 
      Columbus, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Marc Goldman MD, a native of Columbus, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery, a fellow of the American Association of Neurologic Surgeons, and is an active member in the Southern Neurosurgical Society, the North American Spine Society, and the Georgia Neurosurgical Society. Dr Goldman has authored many published scientific research articles and serves as Assistant Clinical Professor at the Medical College of Georgia, the Mercer University School of Medicine, the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, and the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Goldman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

      Onika A. Popo
      Experienced in Progeria
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Progeria
      Family Medicine

      Family Medical Clinic Of McDonough

      1631 Highway 20 West, 
      Mcdonough, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Onika Popo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mcdonough, Georgia. Dr. Popo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progeria. Her top areas of expertise are Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, H1N1 Influenza, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Popo is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      What is the definition of Progeria?

      Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome is a genetic condition characterized by the dramatic, rapid appearance of aging beginning in childhood. Affected children typically look normal at birth and in early infancy, but then grow more slowly than other children and do not gain weight at the expected rate (failure to thrive). They develop a characteristic facial appearance including prominent eyes, a thin nose with a beaked tip, thin lips, a small chin, and protruding ears. Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome also causes hair loss (alopecia), aged-looking skin, joint abnormalities, and a loss of fat under the skin (subcutaneous fat). This condition does not affect intellectual development or the development of motor skills such as sitting, standing, and walking.

      When should I see a Progeria doctor in Georgia, 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 Progeria doctor in Georgia, 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 Progeria doctors in Georgia, 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 Progeria doctors in Georgia, 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 Progeria doctor in Georgia, 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 Progeria doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Progeria 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 Progeria doctor in Georgia, 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 Progeria 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 Progeria 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 Progeria doctors in Georgia, US?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Progeria 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 Progeria doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Progeria 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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