The 20 Best Spasticity Doctors Near Me in New Orleans, LA

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The 20 Best Spasticity Doctors near New Orleans, LA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Spasticity near New Orleans, LA. Of these, 39 are Experienced.

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39 providers found
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Physiatry

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Raj is a Physiatrist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Raj is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, and Chronic Pain.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurosurgery

    Ochsner Health Center - Baptist Napoleon Medical Plaza

    2820 Napoleon Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Erin Biro, a native of New York, has joined the nationally ranked Department of Neurosurgery at Ochsner Health System. She is the first female adult neurosurgery attending within Ochsner as well as the New Orleans area. She earned her medical degree from The State University of New York Upstate Medical University. She completed her neurosurgical residency at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, NY. Dr. Biro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Julia Staisch is a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Staisch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Tardive Dyskinesia. Dr. Staisch is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bridget Bagert is a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Bagert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Neuromyelitis Optica, and Optic Neuritis. Dr. Bagert is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurosurgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cuong Bui is a Neurosurgery provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Bui is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Posterior Fossa Decompression. Dr. Bui is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Roshni Dhoot is a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Dhoot is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Tolosa Hunt Syndrome, Spastic Paraparesis, DiGeorge Syndrome, and Epilepsy. She is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Dhoot is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurosurgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aaron Dumont is a Neurosurgery provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Dumont is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stent Placement, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Office

    2003 Tulane Ave Fl 2, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Copeland is a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Copeland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 1, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Essential Tremor, and Thalamotomy.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Salerian is a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Salerian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Spasticity, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Family Medicine

    University Medical Center Management Corporation

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Megan Stryker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Stryker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Osteomyelitis in Children, Obesity, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Dr. Stryker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Crabtree is a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Crabtree is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Transverse Myelitis, and Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM).

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Trevor Boudreaux is a Physiatrist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Boudreaux is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Bursitis, Spasticity, and Decerebrate Posture.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Mader is a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Mader is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Internal Medicine

    No/Aids Task Force

    1631 Elysian Fields Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wren Fondren is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Fondren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, HIV/AIDS, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Internal Medicine

    Buckman Health Center Primary Care

    3434 Prytania St Ste 110, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anne Jacob is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Jacob is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Low Sodium Level, Sickle Cell Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Tulane Institute Of Sports Medicine

    202 McAlister Dr, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jacques Courseault is a Physiatrist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Courseault is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Hypermobile Joints, Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, Gastrostomy, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Internal Medicine

    Hai Nam Nguyen MD LLC

    315 Westbank Expy, 
    Gretna, LA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hai Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gretna, Louisiana. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Orchitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Family Medicine

    West Jefferson Physician Services

    175 Hector Ave, 
    Gretna, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Richards is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gretna, Louisiana. Dr. Richards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Osteomyelitis in Children, and Renovascular Hypertension.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Family Medicine

    Statewide Health Services

    1901 Leonidas St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Judith Hackett is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Hackett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Opioid Use Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Anorexia, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology

    Ochsner Clinic Foundation

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Georgia Lea is a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Lea is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Secondary Parkinsonism, Movement Disorders, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Spasticity?

    Spasticity is stiff or rigid muscles. It may also be called unusual tightness or increased muscle tone. Reflexes (for example, a knee-jerk reflex) are stronger or exaggerated. The condition can interfere with walking, movement, speech, and many other activities of daily living.

    When should I see a Spasticity doctor near New Orleans, LA?

    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 Spasticity doctor near New Orleans, LA?

    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 Spasticity doctors near New Orleans, LA?

    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 Spasticity doctors near New Orleans, LA?

    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 Spasticity doctor near New Orleans, LA?

    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 Spasticity doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spasticity 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 Spasticity doctor near New Orleans, LA?

    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 Spasticity 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 Spasticity 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 Spasticity doctors near New Orleans, LA?

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

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