The 20 Best Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy Doctors Near Me in olney, MD

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 11 doctor with experience in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy near olney, MD. Of these, 8 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Elite in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Referral may be required
    35-2a1000 35 Convent Dr, Msc 3705, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Fischbeck is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Fischbeck is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Referral may be required

    Jlu Behavioral Health Services

    18213 Hillcrest Ave, 
    Olney, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Burmese, Hindi, Mandarin, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nirjaleshwar Nikhar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Nikhar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia. Dr. Nikhar is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Distinguished in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Referral may be required

    Dept Of Transfusion Medicine/Nih Clinical Center

    10 Center Dr, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Galen Joe is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Joe is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Muscle Atrophy, Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

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    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Referral may be required

    Quest Diagnostics Incorporated

    9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 220, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese

    Thien Nguyen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, Migraine, Athetosis, and Infantile Axonal Neuropathy.

    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    100 Connecticut Ave Ste 206, 
    Kensington, MD 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Eskew is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kensington, Maryland. Dr. Eskew is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Alzheimer's Disease, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

    Advanced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Advanced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Referral may be required

    MedStar Health: Medical Center At Chevy Chase

    5454 Wisconsin Ave # 11, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shakti Nayar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Nayar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Beriberi, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Nayar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Internal Medicine

    Aruna S Nathan MD PA

    6816 Marbury Road, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil

    Aruna Nathan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Nathan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Focal Dystonia, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. Dr. Nathan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Referral may be required

    MedStar Health: Medical Center At Chevy Chase

    5454 Wisconsin Ave # 11, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shreya Gandhy is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Gandhy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Subacute Cerebellar Degeneration, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. Dr. Gandhy is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Referral may be required

    MedStar Health: Medical Center At Chevy Chase

    5454 Wisconsin Ave # 11, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Noushin Jazebi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Jazebi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Stiff Person Syndrome. Dr. Jazebi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Referral may be required

    MedStar Health: Medical Center At Chevy Chase

    5454 Wisconsin Ave # 11, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathleen Burger is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Burger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Hemiplegia, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Burger is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Experienced in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
    Referral may be required

    Neurological Medicine P.A.

    7500 Hanover Pkwy Ste 201, 
    Greenbelt, MD 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nabeen Hussain is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Greenbelt, Maryland. Dr. Hussain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Partial Familial Epilepsy, Partial Seizure, Memory Loss, and Seizures. Dr. Hussain is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy?

    Spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy, also known as Kennedy disease, is a disorder of specialized nerve cells that control muscle movement (motor neurons). These nerve cells originate in the spinal cord and the part of the brain that is connected to the spinal cord (the brainstem).

    When should I see a Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy doctor near olney, MD?

    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 Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy doctor near olney, MD?

    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 Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy doctors near olney, MD?

    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 Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy doctors near olney, MD?

    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 Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy doctor near olney, MD?

    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 Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy 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 Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy doctor near olney, MD?

    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 Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy 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 Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy 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 Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy doctors near olney, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy 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 Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy 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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