The 20 Best Rasmussen Encephalitis Doctors Near Me in birmingham, AL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Rasmussen Encephalitis near birmingham, AL. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Advanced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
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    1720 2nd Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    205-975-0447
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Meador is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Meador is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transverse Myelitis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Neuromyelitis Optica, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Gastrostomy. Dr. Meador is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Advanced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC

    2000 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    205-801-8000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Khurram Bashir is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Bashir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bashir is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Advanced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    UAB Highlands

    1201 11th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    205-930-8300
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Shruti Agnihotri is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Agnihotri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy. Dr. Agnihotri is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1719 6th Ave N, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.1 miles away)
    205-996-2094
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Standaert is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Standaert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Gastric Bypass, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Standaert is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1802 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    205-975-0447
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brannon Vines is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Vines is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Stroke, and Rasmussen Encephalitis. Dr. Vines is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC

    2000 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    205-801-8000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alissa Malito is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Malito is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, Stroke, and Encephalitis. Dr. Malito is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC

    2000 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    205-801-8000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marissa Natelson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Natelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). Dr. Natelson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC

    2000 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    205-801-7966
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Hassan Fathallah-Shaykh is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Fathallah-Shaykh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Gliosarcoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, and Glioblastoma. Dr. Fathallah-Shaykh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC

    2000 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    205-801-8986
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Talene Yacoubian is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Yacoubian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 58 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Thalamotomy, and Myringotomy. Dr. Yacoubian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC

    2000 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    205-801-8000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Anthony Nicholas is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Nicholas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Tardive Dyskinesia, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Nicholas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC

    2000 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    205-801-8986
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Mccullough is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Mccullough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Mccullough is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama Hospital

    619 19th St S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    205-934-4011
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    John Rinker-Ii is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Rinker-Ii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Neuromyelitis Optica, and Trigeminal Neuralgia. Dr. Rinker-Ii is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC

    619 19th St S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    205-934-4011
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Victor Sung is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Sung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Huntington Disease, Chorea, Movement Disorders, Thalamotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Sung is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Experienced in Rasmussen Encephalitis
    Referral may be required

    UAB Highlands

    1201 11th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    205-930-8300
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rhodemarie Maron is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Maron is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rasmussen Encephalitis. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses VEXAS Syndrome, Encephalitis, Brain Tumor, and Memory Loss. Dr. Maron is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Rasmussen Encephalitis?

    Rasmussen encephalitis is a chronic inflammatory neurological disease that usually affects only one hemisphere of the brain. Rasmussen encephalitis is characterized by frequent and severe seizures, loss of motor skills and speech, paralysis on one side of the body (hemiparesis), inflammation of the brain (encephalitis), and mental deterioration. While the cause of Rasmussen encephalitis is unknown, there is evidence that in many patients it is an autoimmune disorder.

    When should I see a Rasmussen Encephalitis doctor near birmingham, AL?

    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 Rasmussen Encephalitis doctor near birmingham, AL?

    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 Rasmussen Encephalitis doctor near birmingham, AL?

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    How does MediFind rank Rasmussen Encephalitis doctors near birmingham, AL?

    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 Rasmussen Encephalitis doctors near birmingham, AL?

    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 Rasmussen Encephalitis doctor near birmingham, AL?

    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 Rasmussen Encephalitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Rasmussen Encephalitis 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 Rasmussen Encephalitis doctor near birmingham, AL?

    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 Rasmussen Encephalitis 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 Rasmussen Encephalitis 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 Rasmussen Encephalitis doctors near birmingham, AL?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Rasmussen Encephalitis 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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