The 20 Best Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis Doctors Near Me in New York, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 30 doctor with experience in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis near New York, US. Of these, 24 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis

    University Of Rochester

    601 Elmwood Ave, 
    Rochester, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Herrmann is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rochester, New York. Dr. Herrmann is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Tomaculous Neuropathy.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Institute At Great Neck

    611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 150, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Ragone is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Ragone is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Serotonin Syndrome, Movement Disorders, and Headache. Dr. Ragone is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology, and American Board Of Electrodiagnostic Medicine.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Pediatric Neurology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Neurology

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite W290, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino

    Emma Laureta is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Laureta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, and Epilepsy. Dr. Laureta is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Epilepsy and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology-Neurology With Special Qualifications In Child Neurology.

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    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis

    Montefiore Medical Center

    111 East 210th Street, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Herskovitz, MD, is Director, Neuromuscular Medicine and Director, Electromyography (EMG) Lab at Montefiore. He is also Professor of Neurology at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Herskovitz’s clinical focus is on the evaluation and management of all neuromuscular disorders, with a particular interest in electrodiagnostic and neuromuscular ultrasound assessment. Dr. Herskovitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Tomaculous Neuropathy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis, Multifocal Motor Neuropathy, and Fasciotomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Internal Medicine At Lake Success

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite S160, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino

    Mariecel Pilapil is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Lake Success, New York. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Pilapil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. Her clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Delayed Growth, GAPO Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy. Dr. Pilapil is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite 110, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vincent Deorchis is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Deorchis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Stroke, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Migraine. Dr. Deorchis is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis

    Sound Cardiology PC

    170 Route 25A, 
    Rocky Point, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Mcwilliams is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rocky Point, New York. Dr. Mcwilliams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, Myotonic Dystrophy, Paramyotonia Congenita, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Neuroradiology

    Upstate Medical University

    750 E Adams St, 
    Syracuse, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amar Swarnkar is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Syracuse, New York. Dr. Swarnkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Caffey Disease, Thyroidectomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis

    Gramercy Park Physicians LLP

    10 Union Sq E, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Macgowan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Macgowan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. He is also highly rated in 27 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.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis

    SUNY Downstate Medical Center

    450 Clarkson Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yaacov Anziska is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Anziska is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Necrotizing Myopathy (NM), and HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis

    Amc

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Murnane is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Albany, New York. Dr. Murnane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. He is also highly rated in 66 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy, Andermann Syndrome, Tomaculous Neuropathy, and Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Internal Medicine

    New York Rheumatology Care PC

    1035 Park Ave, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zina Kroner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kroner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis

    Office

    5851 Main St, 
    Williamsville, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Silvestri is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Williamsville, New York. Dr. Silvestri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Thymectomy.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital

    301 E 17th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Chu is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Chu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis, X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis

    Nyu

    240 E 38th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Cohen is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Poliomyelitis, Foot Drop, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Glycogen Storage Disease Type 0.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Pediatric Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Pediatric Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

    180 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Chiriboga is Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics at CUIMC and former Interim Director of the Division of Child Neurology, Departments of Neurology and Pediatrics, Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. She is also former Chief of Pediatric Neurology at Columbia University's affiliate hospital, Harlem Hospital Center.Dr. Chiriboga was born in Peru and educated in Argentina, where she graduated with Honors from the Faculty of Medicine at the National University of Buenos Aires in 1982. Dr. Chiriboga completed training in pediatrics at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital in 1985. After completing her training in child neurology in 1988 at the Neurological Institute and Babies Hospital of Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, Dr. Chiriboga joined the Division of Child Neurology at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Subsequently, she completed a Neuroepidemiology fellowship at the Gertrude H. Sergievsky Center and received a Master in Public Health from the Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University. Dr. Chiriboga serves/has served on committees of the NIH, CNS, and ABPN. She is a diplomate of the ABPN in Child Neurology.Dr. Chiriboga's current research focuses on Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) clinical trials. Past areas of research, including NIH funding, has focused on congenital infections and neurodevelopmental disorders, including cerebral palsy and effects of perinatal exposures. Her clinical practice focuses on neuromuscular disorders as well as developmental, neurobehavioral neurology, and migraine, and on the treatment of spasticity. Dr. Chiriboga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. 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 2, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. Dr. Chiriboga is board certified in Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology and Child Neurology. Dr. Chiriboga is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Harms, MD is an Associate Professor of Neurology. Dr. Harms received his A.B. in Biology summa cum laude from Harvard University in 1997, and his medical doctorate from the University of California San Francisco in 2003. He remained at San Francisco for neurology residency and served as Chief Resident in his final year. Dr. Harms completed neuromuscular medicine and clinical neurophysiology fellowships under the mentorship of Dr. Alan Pestronk at Washington University in St. Louis. His clinical training in neuromuscular diseases led him into the laboratory of Dr. Robert Baloh, where his post-doctoral research identified the genes responsible for two orphan human diseases- dominant spinal muscular atrophy with lower extremity predominance and limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 1D.Dr. Harms joined the neuromuscular medicine faculty at Washington University in 2009 with board certifications in neurology, clinical neurophysiology, and neuromuscular medicine. In 2011, Dr. Harms assumed leadership of the Washington University Neuromuscular Genetics Project and established his research laboratory to continue harnessing emerging genetic technologies to understand the causes of inherited neuromuscular diseases. The lab focuses on diseases of the motor neuron, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, spinal muscular atrophy, and the hereditary motor neuropathies, and where his efforts have helped identify more than 5 novel disease genes. Here at Columbia, he will continue these efforts, directing an international multi-site effort using whole genome and transcriptome sequencing to bring precision medicine to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. His laboratory efforts will occur in both the Motor Neuron Center and the Institute for Genomic Medicine. Dr. Harms is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. Dr. Harms is board certified in Neuromuscular Medicine, Neurology, and Clinical Neurophysiology. Dr. Harms is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Pediatric Neurology

    CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

    180 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Bain, MD, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics at the Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Bain completed both an MD and PhD, as well as general pediatrics residency at Rutgers – New Jersey Medical School in New Jersey. She then trained in Child Neurology at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York City and is a board-certified neurologist with special certification in Child Neurology seeing both inpatient and outpatient pediatric neurology patients. Her clinic focuses on diagnosis and management of autism, cerebral palsy and neurodevelopmental disorders in addition to genetic disorders associated with such conditions.Her early research career focused on spinal cord and brain development after injuries such as spinal cord injury and perinatal hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy. During her residency training, her clinical research focused on studying autonomic dysfunction in children with autism spectrum disorders and neurological complications during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. She currently works as a physician scientist at Columbia University specializing in general pediatric neurology with expertise in development, behavioral neurology, autism and cerebral palsy. Her clinical research has focused on studying the genetics of neurodevelopmental disorders including autism and cerebral palsy. The genes she has worked closely on include HNRNPH2 and related disorders, GRIN disorders, KIF1A. She is interested in understanding clinically meaningful measures in families affected by neurodevelopmental disorders and measuring longitudinal trajectories in such disorders. She has been working closely with several patient advocacy groups, researchers, and Simons Searchlight to continuously move forward in the understanding of the developing and aging brain. Dr. Bain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses HNRNPH2-Related Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy, and Cerebral Palsy. Dr. Bain is board certified in Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology. Dr. Bain is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Physiatry | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Physiatry | Pediatrics

    CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

    180 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hana Azizi, MD, is an assistant professor in rehabilitation medicine at Columbia University Medical Center's Department of Rehabilitation and Regenerative Medicine.Dr. Hana Azizi graduated from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences and completed her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Montefiore Medical Center.She then pursued a fellowship training in Pediatric Rehabilitation at Rusk Rehabilitation Institute/New York University Langone Health. She works with children and their families using an interdisciplinary approach to address the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of congenital and childhood-onset physical impairments.Physical Medicine and Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine.Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Fellowship, NYU Langone Rusk Rehab. Dr. Azizi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Moebius Syndrome, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Spasticity. Dr. Azizi is board certified in Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Azizi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis

    University Of Rochester

    601 Elmwood Ave, 
    Rochester, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emma Ciafaloni is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rochester, New York. Dr. Ciafaloni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. She is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Myasthenia Gravis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Thymectomy.

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    What is the definition of Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis?

    Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) with arthrogryposis (congenital joint contracture) is a genetic disorder caused by a progressive loss of motor neurons that is characterized by wasting and severe muscle weakness in the muscles used for movement combined with contractures of the joints. Contractures occur when there is a shortening and hardening of the muscles, tendons, and other tissue that leads to deformity and rigidity of the joints. While there a many types of spinal muscular dystrophy, X-linked infantile spinal muscular atrophy is a form that is combined with congenital joint contractures (arthrogryposis) and only affects boys.

    When should I see a Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis doctor in New York, US?

    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 with Arthrogryposis doctor in New York, US?

    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 with Arthrogryposis doctors in New York, US?

    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 with Arthrogryposis doctors in New York, US?

    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 with Arthrogryposis doctor in New York, US?

    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 with Arthrogryposis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis 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 with Arthrogryposis doctor in New York, US?

    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 with Arthrogryposis 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 with Arthrogryposis 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 with Arthrogryposis doctors in New York, US?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis 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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