The 20 Best Spastic Paraplegia Type 7 Doctors Near Me in North Carolina, US

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The 20 Best Spastic Paraplegia Type 7 Doctors in North Carolina, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 50 doctor with experience in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7 near North Carolina, US. Of these, 49 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Karrie Grear
    Advanced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Advanced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Novant Health Neurology - Doctors Circle (Building C)

    1509 Doctors Circle, Building C, 
    Wilmington, NC 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Karrie Grear is a Neurologist and a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Grear has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Migraine, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Myasthenia Gravis.

    Justin T. Mhoon
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Duke Neurology South Durham

    234 Crooked Creek Pkwy, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Neurological disorders affect both the patient and their families. I strive to provide compassionate guidance and education to make the process meaningful for both. Excellent patient centered care is the standard. Dr. Mhoon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. His top areas of expertise are Erythromelalgia, Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis, Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis, and Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis.

    Vern C. Juel
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Duke Electromyography Laboratory - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vern Juel is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Juel has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Inclusion Body Myositis, Meige Syndrome, and Thymectomy.

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    Karissa L. Gable
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Duke Electromyography Laboratory - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Karissa Gable is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gable has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Post Polio Syndrome.

    Andrea L. Diedrich
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Atrium Health Neurology

    1225 Harding Place, Suite 4100, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Diedrich is a Neurologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Diedrich has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. Her top areas of expertise are Moyamoya Disease, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Migraine, and Tension Headache. Dr. Diedrich is currently accepting new patients.

    Jodi J. Hawes
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy general neurology, but have a particular interest in the rehabilitation of individuals with neurological disorders. I previously worked as a physical therapist in an orthopedic clinic in Troy, New York, for seven years. I fell in love with the anatomy of the nervous system during my physical therapy training and again in medical school. Dr. Hawes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Hemiplegia, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Cerebral Palsy.

    Lisa D. Hobson
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Duke Electromyography Laboratory - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Hobson is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hobson has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Andersen-Tawil Syndrome.

    William B. Dawson
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Atrium Health Neurology

    1225 Harding Place, Suite 4100, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Dawson is a Neurologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Dawson has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. His top areas of expertise are Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Myasthenia Gravis, Migraine, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Dawson is currently accepting new patients.

    Michael L. Reynolds
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Duke Neurology South Durham

    234 Crooked Creek Pkwy, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Reynolds is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Reynolds has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, VEXAS Syndrome, Myasthenia Gravis, and Stiff Person Syndrome.

    Jordan L. Mayberry
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Duke Electromyography Laboratory - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I have dedicated my professional life to treating patients with neuromuscular disorders. These include neuropathy (GBS, CIDP), myopathy, Myasthenia Gravis, and ALS. I incorporate the use of electromyography (EMG), whenever appropriate, to help diagnosis my patients and start proper therapy. My greatest satisfaction as a doctor is helping patients improve and forming lasting relationships. I want my patients to feel like they are not alone navigating their disease and know I will be there for them every step of the way. Duke Health is truly a world-class institution. Dr. Mayberry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. His top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Mitochondrial Complex 2 Deficiency, Mitochondrial Complex 3 Deficiency, and Mitochondrial Complex 1 Deficiency.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

    S Hawthorne Rd, 
    Winston Salem, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Caress is a Neurologist in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Caress is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

    William Filer
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    UNC Center For Rehabilitation Care

    1807 Fordham Blvd, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Filer is a Physiatrist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Filer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, and Spastic Paraplegia Type 2.

    Christine Cleveland
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    UNC Center For Rehabilitation Care

    1807 Fordham Blvd, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Cleveland is a Physiatrist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Cleveland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. Her top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Transverse Myelitis, Neurogenic Bowel, and Cerebral Palsy.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Carolinaeast Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    2000 Neuse Blvd, 
    New Bern, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Terry is a Physiatrist in New Bern, North Carolina. Dr. Terry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. Her top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Central Pain Syndrome, Stroke, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Internal Medicine

    Medical Center Pharmacy Wha

    2421 Silver Stream Ln, 
    Wilmington, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathryn Murphy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Murphy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. Her top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Spastic Paraplegia Type 3A, Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, and Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Office

    731 Dogwood Rd, 
    Asheville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Patton is a Neurologist in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Patton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Family Medicine

    The Family Health Centers PA

    206 Asheland Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Cook is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Cook is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Autonomic Neuropathy, Hyperventilation, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Internal Medicine

    Wha Medical Clinic PLLC

    1202 Medical Center Dr, 
    Wilmington, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Mcwilliams is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Mcwilliams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Infant Hyperglycemia.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Western Carolina Neurology PLLC

    709 N Justice St Ste D, 
    Hendersonville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joel Callahan is a Neurologist in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Dr. Callahan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, and Stroke.

    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7
    Experienced in Spastic Paraplegia Type 7

    Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

    S Hawthorne Rd, 
    Winston Salem, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Cartwright is a Neurologist in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Cartwright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7. His top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myositis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7?

    Spastic paraplegia type 7 (also called SPG7) is one of more than 80 genetic disorders known as hereditary spastic paraplegias. These disorders primarily affect the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system), specifically nerve cells (neurons) that extend down the spinal cord. These neurons are used for muscle movement and sensation. Signs and symptoms of hereditary spastic paraplegias are characterized by progressive muscle stiffness (spasticity) in the legs and difficulty walking.

    When should I see a Spastic Paraplegia Type 7 doctor in North Carolina, 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 7 doctor in North Carolina, 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 7 doctors in North Carolina, 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 7 doctors in North Carolina, 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 7 doctor in North Carolina, 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 7 doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spastic Paraplegia Type 7 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 7 doctor in North Carolina, 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 7 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 7 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 7 doctors in North Carolina, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Spastic Paraplegia Type 7 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 7 doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Spastic Paraplegia Type 7 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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