The 20 Best Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 Doctors Near Me in Montana, US

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The 20 Best Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 Doctors in Montana, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 near Montana, US. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Kristian F. French
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2

    St. Vincent Neurosurgery

    1041 North 29th Street, 
    Billings, MT 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. French is an investigator involved in clinical research trials in the area of neurology. His clinical research focus includes Multiple Sclerosis, migraines and headaches. Dr. French is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Optic Neuritis, and Migraine.

    Advanced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Advanced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2

    The Rehabilitation Hospital Of Montana

    3572 Hesper Road, 
    Billings, MT 
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Flanagan was born and raised in Montana and grew up in Helena, frequently enjoying the great outdoor opportunities in the state. He received a Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Development from Montana State University in Bozeman.  He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Washington as a matriculate of the WWAMI program. Following medical school, Dr. Flanagan completed a year-long internship in internal medicine and a three-year residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation from the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. Since finishing residency, he has practiced at multiple locations in Montana. He is board-certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Flanagan’s professional interests include electromyography and nerve conduction studies, spasticity management, musculoskeletal medicine, and functional management of chronic neurological disorders and injuries.“I aim to provide individualized care to improve function and quality of life for those with acute and chronic conditions.”In his free time, Dr. Flanagan continues to enjoy the Montana outdoors. He enjoys hunting, shooting sports, archery, fishing, hiking and camping. At home, he likes cooking, game meat processing, reading, and spending time with his family and dog. Dr. Flanagan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

    Advanced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Family Medicine

    The Orthopedic Center Of Montana ASC

    1401 25th St S, 
    Great Falls, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Great Falls, Montana. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Obesity, Obesity in Children, Lung Metastases, and Parathyroidectomy.

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    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Physiatry

    The Orthopedic Center Of Montana ASC

    1401 25th St S, 
    Great Falls, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kraig Ward is a Physiatrist in Great Falls, Montana. Dr. Ward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome, and Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2

    Bozeman Health Neuroscience Center

    931 Highland Blvd Ste 3260, 
    Bozeman, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joshua Knappenberger is a Neurologist in Bozeman, Montana. Dr. Knappenberger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2

    Logan Health Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    205 Sunnyview Ln, 
    Kalispell, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rachel Zeider is a Physiatrist in Kalispell, Montana. Dr. Zeider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. Her top areas of expertise are Post Polio Syndrome, Scoliosis, Concussion, and Foot Drop.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Family Medicine

    Great Falls Clinic-Cancer Care

    1400 29th St S, 
    Great Falls, MT 
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Lake and her husband, Kevin, grew up in Libby, Montana and graduated from high school together. She chose to go into primary care so she could serve smaller communities across Montana. She always intended to return home to practice medicine, but she and her husband fell in love with Great Falls during her time with the Air Force. Dr. Lake is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Family Medicine

    Office

    406 1st Ave S, 
    Lewistown, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jacob Forke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lewistown, Montana. Dr. Forke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Neuropathy, Post Polio Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Chronic Pain.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Terrence Cahill is a Physiatrist in Billings, Montana. Dr. Cahill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Phantom Limb Pain, Paraplegia, Stroke, and Cerebral Palsy.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    937 Highland Blvd Ste 5410, 
    Bozeman, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Robbins is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bozeman, Montana. Dr. Robbins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Chronic Cough.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Internal Medicine

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Baskar Duval is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Duval is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypothyroidism.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2

    John G Vangilder PLLC

    401 15th Ave S Ste 101, 
    Great Falls, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deborah Dover is a Neurologist in Great Falls, Montana. Dr. Dover is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Migraine, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2

    Benefis Hospitals Inc.

    500 15th Ave S, 
    Great Falls, MT 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Myriam Lacerte is a Physiatrist in Great Falls, Montana. Dr. Lacerte has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Internal Medicine

    St Vincent Healthcare

    2900 12th Ave N Ste 310W, 
    Billings, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neal Sorensen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Sorensen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Internal Medicine

    Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital Transitional Care Unit

    1200 Westwood Dr, 
    Hamilton, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Moreland is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hamilton, Montana. Dr. Moreland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hemochromatosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Bronchitis, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Family Medicine

    Whitefish Chiropractic Center PC

    5938 US Highway 93 S, 
    Whitefish, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keyna Schlup is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Whitefish, Montana. Dr. Schlup is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. Her top areas of expertise are Osmotic Diuresis, Dementia, Lyme Disease, and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 2

    John G Vangilder PLLC

    401 15th Ave S Ste 101, 
    Great Falls, MT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eliad Culcea is a Neurologist in Great Falls, Montana. Dr. Culcea is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis.

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    What is the definition of Spastic Paraplegia Type 2?

    Spastic paraplegia type 2 belongs to a group of genetic disorders known as hereditary spastic paraplegias. These disorders are characterized by muscle stiffness (spasticity) and weakness that worsens over time and paralysis of the lower limbs (paraplegia). Hereditary spastic paraplegias are divided into two types: pure and complex. The pure (also called uncomplicated) types only involve the legs. The complex (also called complicated) types involve the lower limbs and can also affect the upper limbs to a lesser degree. The complex type can also affect the structure or function of the brain. It can also affect the network of nerves (the peripheral nervous system) that connects the brain and spinal cord to muscles and sensory cells that detect sensations such as touch, pain, heat, and sound.

    When should I see a Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 doctor in Montana, 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 doctor in Montana, 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 doctors in Montana, 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 doctors in Montana, 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 doctor in Montana, 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 doctor in Montana, 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 doctors in Montana, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Spastic Paraplegia Type 2 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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