The 20 Best Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Doctors in New Jersey, US

Megan Leitch, MD, is a fellowship-trained neurologist with Atlantic Medical Group’s Atlantic Neuroscience Associates. Board-certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, she has clinical expertise in general neurology as well as in treating patients with a wide variety of neurologic conditions. She has a special interest in neuromuscular disorders, including muscular dystrophy, myasthenia gravis, chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy and ALS. In addition, Dr, Leitch is experienced in performing electrodiagnostic testing. She works closely with a team of specialized nurse practitioners to ensure the highest quality and timely care is provided to all her patients.An avid educator, Dr. Leitch served as an assistant professor in the Department of Neurology at Rutgers University, Robert Wood Johnson Medicine School (RWJMS), New Brunswick, NJ, where she was named the Department of Neurology’s Outstanding Teacher in 2016, before being named associate professor. She also served as program director of the university’s neurology residency program, consulted with its neuromuscular outpatient clinic, neurology inpatients, and multidisciplinary ALS clinic, and served as clinic director of the Rutgers RWJMS chapter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association and interim director of the RWJMS ALS Clinic.After earning her medical degree at University of Vermont College of Medicine, Burlington, Dr. Leitch completed her residency in neurology at The Neurological Institute at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NYC, followed by a fellowship in neuromuscular medicine and neurophysiology.The author of several publications in peer-reviewed journals, Dr. Leitch has presented many times on the subjects of adult muscle disease, diabetic neuropathy, and myasthenia gravis. She is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Leitch is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

Dr. Andrew Tarulli is a fellowship-trained neurologist at Overlook Medical Center’s Atlantic Neuroscience Institute. He is board-certified in neurology, neuromuscular medicine and electrodiagnostic medicine.After graduating magna cum laude from New York University College of Arts and Sciences with a bachelor of arts in chemistry, Dr. Tarulli attended New York University School of Medicine for his medical degree. He completed his internship and residency in neurology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in New York, serving as a chief resident, then went on to become a neurophysiology research fellow. His research on neuromuscular disorders received National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding and his years of schooling are peppered with multiple awards including outstanding teacher, as well as recognition for his research initiatives from Harvard Medical School.Dr. Tarulli has been frequently invited to speak on a wide range of muscle and nerve disorders, both locally and nationally. He has authored multiple textbooks and book chapters, and has published an extensive list of articles in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Tarulli was editorial board chairman of the AANEM Science News, a journal of the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, where he is also a member of the Neuromuscular Assessment Examination committee.Dr. Tarulli maintains professional memberships in the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and the American Academy of Neurology. He is a member of Atlantic Medical Group and a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Tarulli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

Jerry Belsh is a Neurologist in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. Dr. Belsh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

Mary Sedarous is a Neurologist in Neptune, New Jersey. Dr. Sedarous is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her top areas of expertise are Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

John Bach is a Physiatrist in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Bach is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). His top areas of expertise are Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Gastrostomy.

Robert Connors is a Neurologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Connors is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

Nizar Souayah is a Psychiatrist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Souayah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Myasthenia Gravis, and Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis. Dr. Souayah is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Jillian Alderson is a board-certified neurologist who is fellowship-trained in neuromuscular medicine through the Atlantic Neuroscience Institute.Dr. Alderson received her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC, where she graduated cum laude and was admitted to the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) medical honors society. She also received various awards for leadership, integrity and humanitarianism. She went on to pursue her neurology residency training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA, serving as chief resident and remaining there for her fellowship in neuromuscular medicine. While in Boston, she pursued her passion for teaching, including facilitating several classes through Harvard Medical School and won awards for residency advocacy. Her research has been published in various peer-reviewed journals and presented at several national conferences.Dr. Alderson continues to be fascinated by how the nervous system affects behavior and function in all parts of the body, therefore, she sees both general neurology and neuromuscular patients in her practice. She maintains professional memberships to the American Academy of Neurology and the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine. She is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Alderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Meningioma, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

Regina Krel is a Neurologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Krel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Neuralgia.

Kurt Thomas is a Neurologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). His top areas of expertise are Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

Tatyana Marx is a Neurologist in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Marx is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Seizures, and Memory Loss.

Jonathan Tiu is a Neurologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Tiu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hemiplegia, Migraine, and Neurofibromatosis.

Joyce Tsai is a Neurologist in Westwood, New Jersey. Dr. Tsai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Memory Loss.

Hannah Shoval, MD, is a specialist in pediatric physical medicine and rehabilitation at Atlantic Health System’s Goryeb Children’s Hospital. Fellowship-trained in pediatric rehabilitation and triple board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation, pediatric rehabilitation medicine, and brain injury medicine by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, she specializes in the care and management of children with conditions that impact their neurologic, muscular and/or skeletal systems.With more than 10 years of experience caring for young patients, Dr. Shoval’s expertise lies in delivering high-quality and personalized care to improve the function and quality of life for children. Working closely with families, she treats children with cerebral palsy, brain or spinal cord injury, muscular dystrophy, and genetic conditions, helping them to stand, walk, use their arms and hands, develop language skills, as well as improve chewing and swallowing. She is dedicated to advancing her field and participates in ongoing clinical research to discover novel treatments, such as innovative robotic technologies, biofeedback techniques, therapies and injection techniques to help children. She has published in journals, written textbook chapters, and has lectured nationally and internationally.Dr. Shoval serves as a clinical assistant professor at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She is a member of numerous professional organizations including the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine.After earning her degree from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, MA, Dr. Shoval completed her residency and fellowship in pediatric rehabilitation at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She has a special interest in incorporating adaptive sports, dance and the performing arts in medical practice and is certified in performing arts medicine by the American College of Sports Medicine and the Performing Arts Medicine Association. She is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Shoval is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Spasticity, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2.

Allison Averill is a Physiatrist in Saddle Brook, New Jersey. Dr. Averill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

Robert Wagner is a Neurologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Wagner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Tension Headache, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Lafora Disease. Dr. Wagner is currently accepting new patients.

Michelle Sirak is a Pediatrics provider in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Sirak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Myotonia Congenita, Moebius Syndrome, and Dysferlinopathy.

Steven Arbogast is a Neurologist in North Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Arbogast is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

Shan Chen is a Neurologist in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Chen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

Sharon Lewis is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Neurologist in Deptford, New Jersey. Dr. Lewis has been practicing medicine for over 21 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Peripheral Neuropathy, Syringobulbia, and Chiari Malformation Type 2.