The 20 Best Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Doctors in Australia

Find the Top Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 142 doctor with experience in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) near Australia. Of these, 120 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Michelle A. Farrar
    Elite in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Michelle A. Farrar
    Referral may be required
    High Street, 
    Randwick, NSW, AU 

    Michelle Farrar practices practicing medicine in Randwick, Australia. Ms. Farrar is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Muscle Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2.

    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Archana Chacko
    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Archana Chacko
    Referral may be required
    Brisbane, QLD, AU 

    Archana Chacko practices practicing medicine in Brisbane, Australia. Ms. Chacko is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2.

    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Leanne M. Gauld
    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Leanne M. Gauld
    Referral may be required
    Brisbane, QLD, AU 

    Leanne Gauld practices practicing medicine in Brisbane, Australia. Ms. Gauld is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Muscle Atrophy, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2.

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    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Didu S. Kariyawasam
    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Didu S. Kariyawasam
    Referral may be required
    Randwick, NSW, AU 

    Didu Kariyawasam practices practicing medicine in Randwick, Australia. Kariyawasam is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). They are also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Muscle Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2.

    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Peter D. Sly
    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Peter D. Sly
    Referral may be required
    62 Graham St, 
    South Brisbane, QLD, AU 

    Peter Sly practices practicing medicine in South Brisbane, Australia. Mr. Sly is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma, Stridor, Cystic Fibrosis, and Bronchitis.

    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Arlene M. D'silva
    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Arlene M. D'silva
    Referral may be required
    Sydney, NSW, AU 

    Arlene D'silva practices practicing medicine in Sydney, Australia. Ms. D'silva is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Muscle Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Matthew C. Kiernan
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Matthew C. Kiernan
    Referral may be required
    139 Barker Street, 
    Randwick, NSW, AU 

    Matthew Kiernan practices practicing medicine in Randwick, Australia. Mr. Kiernan is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Frontotemporal Dementia, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Monique M. Ryan
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Monique M. Ryan
    Referral may be required
    5 Robin Warren Drive, 
    Perth, WA, AU 

    Monique Ryan practices practicing medicine in Perth, Australia. Ms. Ryan is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, and Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Steve Vucic
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Steve Vucic
    Referral may be required
    Cnr Hawkesbury And Darcy Roads, 
    Westmead, NSW, AU 

    Steve Vucic practices practicing medicine in Westmead, Australia. Mr. Vucic is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Hugo A. Sampaio
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Hugo A. Sampaio
    Referral may be required
    Sydney, NSW, AU 

    Hugo Sampaio practices practicing medicine in Sydney, Australia. Mr. Sampaio is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Lipogranulomatosis, and West Syndrome.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Eppie M. Yiu
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Eppie M. Yiu
    Referral may be required
    Flemington Road, 
    Parkville, VIC, AU 

    Eppie Yiu practices practicing medicine in Parkville, Australia. Ms. Yiu is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Friedreich Ataxia, Hereditary Ataxia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Marina L. Kennerson
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Marina L. Kennerson
    Referral may be required
    Sydney, NSW, AU 

    Marina Kennerson practices practicing medicine in Sydney, Australia. Ms. Kennerson is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Occipital Horn Syndrome, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Menkes Disease, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Karen Herbert
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Karen Herbert
    Referral may be required
    Sydney, NSW, AU 

    Karen Herbert practices practicing medicine in Sydney, Australia. Ms. Herbert is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Kate A. Carey
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Kate A. Carey
    Referral may be required
    High Street, 
    Randwick, NSW, AU 

    Kate Carey practices practicing medicine in Randwick, Australia. Ms. Carey is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Ian R. Woodcock
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Ian R. Woodcock
    Referral may be required
    Melbourne, VIC, AU 

    Ian Woodcock practices practicing medicine in Melbourne, Australia. Mr. Woodcock is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Riboflavin Transporter Deficiency Neuronopathy, Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Dominic A. Fitzgerald
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Dominic A. Fitzgerald
    Referral may be required
    Sydney, NSW, AU 

    Dominic Fitzgerald practices practicing medicine in Sydney, Australia. Mr. Fitzgerald is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Fibrosis, Pneumonia, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, and Lung Transplant.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Veronica C. Wiley
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Veronica C. Wiley
    Referral may be required
    Randwick, NSW, AU 

    Veronica Wiley practices practicing medicine in Randwick, Australia. Ms. Wiley is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neonatal Hypothyroidism, Congenital Hypothyroidism, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Maple Syrup Urine Disease.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Anita G. Cairns
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Anita G. Cairns
    Referral may be required
    South Brisbane, QLD, AU 

    Anita Cairns practices practicing medicine in South Brisbane, Australia. Ms. Cairns is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Fetal Akinesia Sequence, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Becker Muscular Dystrophy.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Garth A. Nicholson
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Garth A. Nicholson
    Referral may be required
    Sydney, NSW, AU 

    Garth Nicholson practices practicing medicine in Sydney, Australia. Mr. Nicholson is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Hajdu-Cheney Syndrome, and Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Fazel Shabanpoor
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Fazel Shabanpoor
    Referral may be required
    Parkville, VIC, AU 

    Fazel Shabanpoor practices practicing medicine in Parkville, Australia. Shabanpoor is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Becker Muscular Dystrophy.

    While we make every effort to provide the best results possible, data is currently limited outside of the United States. Doctors listed may include both clinicians and researchers, and individuals relocate frequently. We recommend contacting doctors directly to confirm their location and areas of focus. Contact information is provided when available. Learn more about our expert tiers.
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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)?

    Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a group of diseases of the motor neurons (motor cells). These diseases are passed down through families (inherited) and can appear at any stage of life. They lead to muscle weakness and atrophy.

    When should I see a Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctor in Australia?

    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 Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctor in Australia?

    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 Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctor in Australia?

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    How does MediFind rank Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctors in Australia?

    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 Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctors in Australia?

    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 Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctor in Australia?

    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 Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) 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 Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctor in Australia?

    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 Muscular Atrophy (SMA) 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 Muscular Atrophy (SMA) 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 Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctors in Australia?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) 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 Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) 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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