The 20 Best Schizencephaly Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Schizencephaly Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 11/08/2026

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MediFind found 81 doctor with experience in Schizencephaly near Japan. Of these, 63 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
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    Kawaguchi, JP 

    Naomichi Matsumoto practices practicing medicine in Kawaguchi, Japan. Matsumoto is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. They are also highly rated in 149 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Coffin-Siris Syndrome, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
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    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Hirotomo Saitsu practices practicing medicine in Hamamatsu, Japan. Saitsu is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. They are also highly rated in 84 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal Crisis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Orchiectomy.

    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
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    Fukuoka, JP 

    Nobuya Murakami practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Murakami is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Schizencephaly, Meningocele, Myelomeningocele, Teratoma of the Mediastinum, and Laminectomy.

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    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
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    Yokohama, JP 

    Satoko Miyatake practices practicing medicine in Yokohama, Japan. Ms. Miyatake is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. She is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Nemaline Myopathy, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
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    Yokohama, JP 

    Yumi Enomoto practices practicing medicine in Yokohama, Japan. Ms. Enomoto is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Schizencephaly, Clouston Syndrome, Ectodermal Dysplasias, and Aplasia Cutis Congenita.

    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Kenji Kurosawa practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Kurosawa is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alpha Thalassemia X-Linked Intellectual Disability Syndrome, Blepharophimosis, Cerebellar Hypoplasia, and Hypotonia.

    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Sendai, JP 

    Kazuhiro Haginoya practices practicing medicine in Sendai, Japan. Mr. Haginoya is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schizencephaly, Familial Porencephaly, Porencephaly, Rhizotomy, and Thymectomy.

    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
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    Munakata, JP 

    Takato Morioka practices practicing medicine in Munakata, Japan. Morioka is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. They are also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Meningocele, Myelomeningocele, Schizencephaly, Laminectomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
    Distinguished in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Nobutaka Mukae practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mukae is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Schizencephaly, Meningocele, Myelomeningocele, Epilepsy, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Advanced in Schizencephaly
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    Kamakura, JP 

    Noriko Aida practices practicing medicine in Kamakura, Japan. Ms. Aida is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Schizencephaly, Encephalocele, Cortical Dysplasia, GABA-Transaminase Deficiency, and Ileostomy.

    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Sagamihara, JP 

    Yoshinori Tsurusaki practices practicing medicine in Sagamihara, Japan. Mr. Tsurusaki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Miller Syndrome, Coffin-Siris Syndrome, Micrognathia, and Acheiropody.

    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Niigata, JP 

    Jun Watanabe practices practicing medicine in Niigata, Japan. Mr. Watanabe is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schizencephaly, Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Brain Tumor.

    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Suita, JP 

    Koichi Deguchi practices practicing medicine in Suita, Japan. Mr. Deguchi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocele, Biliary Atresia, Schizencephaly, Liver Transplant, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Hiromi Ogura practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Ogura is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. They are also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Schizencephaly.

    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Yonago, JP 

    Takashi Harada practices practicing medicine in Yonago, Japan. Mr. Harada is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schizencephaly, Familial Porencephaly, Porencephaly, and Hemosiderosis.

    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Takamichi Yamamoto practices practicing medicine in Hamamatsu, Japan. Yamamoto is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. They are also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Cortical Dysplasia, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Mitsuhiro Kato practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Kato is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. They are also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Spasmus Nutans, West Syndrome, Cortical Dysplasia, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Advanced in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Yokohama, JP 

    Jun Shibasaki practices practicing medicine in Yokohama, Japan. Mr. Shibasaki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chylous Ascites, Schizencephaly, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Gastrostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Experienced in Schizencephaly
    Experienced in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Kyoto, JP 

    Takahito Wada practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Wada is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Alpha Thalassemia X-Linked Intellectual Disability Syndrome, Alpha Thalassemia, X-Linked Creatine Deficiency, and Leukemoid Reaction.

    Experienced in Schizencephaly
    Experienced in Schizencephaly
    Referral may be required
    Hamamatsu, JP 

    Chiyoshi Toyama practices practicing medicine in Hamamatsu, Japan. Toyama is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Schizencephaly. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Atresia of Small Intestine, Duodenal Atresia, Schizencephaly, Liver Transplant, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 11/08/2026

    What is the definition of Schizencephaly?

    Schizencephaly is a rare congenital (present from birth) brain malformation in which abnormal slits or clefts form in the cerebral hemispheres of the brain. The signs and symptoms of this condition may include developmental delay, seizures, and problems with brain-spinal cord communication. People with Schizencephaly may also have an abnormally small head (microcephaly); hydrocephalus; intellectual disability; partial or complete paralysis; and/or poor muscle tone (hypotonia). Severity of symptoms depends on many factors including the extent of the clefting and whether or not other brain abnormalities are present. Although the exact cause of Schizencephaly is unknown, it has been linked to a variety of genetic and non-genetic factors.

    When should I see a Schizencephaly doctor in Japan?

    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 Schizencephaly doctor in Japan?

    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 Schizencephaly doctor in Japan?

    You can find a Schizencephaly doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Schizencephaly doctors in Japan?

    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 Schizencephaly doctors in Japan?

    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 Schizencephaly doctor in Japan?

    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 Schizencephaly doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Schizencephaly 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 Schizencephaly doctor in Japan?

    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 Schizencephaly 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 Schizencephaly 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 Schizencephaly doctors in Japan?

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

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