The 20 Best Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Doctors Near Me in riverside, RI

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 10 doctor with experience in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) near riverside, RI. Of these, 8 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Referral may be required

    Stamford Health Medical Group Neurology

    29 Hospital Plz Ste 602, 
    Stamford, CT 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Wong is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Stamford, Connecticut. Dr. Wong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C, Dystrophinopathy, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Referral may be required

    Illume Fertility

    260 Long Ridge Rd, 
    Stamford, CT 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kunal Desai is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Stamford, Connecticut. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Thrombectomy.

    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    ColumbiaDoctors - Tarrytown

    155 White Plains Road, 
    Tarrytown, NY 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Neil Shneider is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tarrytown, New York. Dr. Shneider is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. Dr. Shneider is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Shneider is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Internal Medicine At Glen Cove

    10 Medical Plaza, Suite 102, 
    Glen Cove, NY 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Reyes is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Glen Cove, New York. Dr. Reyes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Reyes is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Reyes is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Referral may be required
    245 North Broadway, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Romanian
    Offers Telehealth

    Sanda Carniciu is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Carniciu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Meningioma, Headache, and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Old Brookville

    333 Glen Head Road, Suite 140, 
    Old Brookville, NY 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Robinson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Old Brookville, New York. Dr. Robinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Headache, Conversion Disorder, and Movement Disorders. Dr. Robinson is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology. Dr. Robinson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    ColumbiaDoctors - Tarrytown

    155 White Plains Road, 
    Tarrytown, NY 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Louis Weimer is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Tarrytown, New York. Dr. Weimer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Autonomic Dysreflexia, and Lambert-Eaton Syndrome. Dr. Weimer is board certified in Neurology and Neuromuscular Medicine. Dr. Weimer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Referral may be required

    Glen Cove Hospital

    101 Saint Andrews Ln, 
    Glen Cove, NY 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barry Root is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Glen Cove, New York. Dr. Root is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Neurology
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    WMcHealth Physicians Advanced Neurology Associates

    19 Bradhurst Ave Ste 3850S, 
    Hawthorne, NY 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jin Li is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Hawthorne, New York. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her clinical expertise encompasses Tension Headache, Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Family Medicine

    Office

    677 Glen Cove Ave, 
    Glen Head, NY 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Debbie Feliciano is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Glen Head, New York. Dr. Feliciano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Insomnia, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 near riverside, RI?

    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 near riverside, RI?

    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 Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctors near riverside, RI?

    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 near riverside, RI?

    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 near riverside, RI?

    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 near riverside, RI?

    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 near riverside, RI?

    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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