The 20 Best Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Doctors Near Me in Orange, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) near Orange, CA. Of these, 9 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Pediatrics
    Elite in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Pediatrics

    CHOC Children's Hospital

    1201 W La Veta Ave, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nancy Kuntz is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Kuntz is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion, and Thymectomy.

    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    UC Irvine Medical Center

    200 S Manchester Ave Ste 110, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Namita Goyal is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Goyal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inclusion Body Myositis, Myositis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Dr. Goyal is board certified in CA State Medical License 2012 - 2024 and MA State Medical License 2006 - 2023.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
    1201 West La Veta Avenue, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Amanda Fernandez is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Aphantasia, and Microcephaly. Dr. Fernandez is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Pediatric Neurology
    1201 West La Veta Avenue, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Julian Thomas is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Seizures, Epilepsy, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    UC Irvine Medical Center

    200 S Manchester Ave Ste 110, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tahseen Mozaffar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Mozaffar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pompe Disease, Inclusion Body Myositis, Myositis, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Mozaffar is board certified in Board Certification In Neurology, 1996-2026, Board Certification In Neuromuscular Medicine, 2008-2028, and Board Certification In Clinical Neuromuscular Pathology, 2015 - 2025.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Neurology
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Neurology

    Office

    200 S Manchester Ave Ste 206, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Manisha Kak is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Kak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy.

    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Neurology
    Advanced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Neurology

    UCI Health

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ali Habib is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Habib is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Inclusion Body Myositis, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Thymectomy.

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

    UCI Health

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Mullen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Mullen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

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

    UCI Health

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicolas Phielipp is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Phielipp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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

    UCI Health

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shuichi Suzuki is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Suzuki 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 Increased Intracranial Pressure, Hydrocephalus, Cervical Myelopathy, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

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

    Southern California Hospitalist Network Medical Group Inc

    625 The City Dr S, Suite 320, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sophia Kangarlu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Kangarlu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 70 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Apoplexy, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Anaheim Kraemer Medical Offices

    3460 E La Palma Ave, 
    Anaheim, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tracy Hatzopoulos is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Anaheim, California. Dr. Hatzopoulos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Migraine. Dr. Hatzopoulos is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Reproductive Specialty Laboratories

    4900 Barranca Pkwy Ste 103, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Paik is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Paik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Peripheral Artery Disease, Chronic Pain, and Hypertension.

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

    Mp Advanced Neurology Inc

    520 Superior Ave, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kaveh Saremi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 29 years. Dr. Saremi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Migraine, Stroke, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Saremi is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology/Clinical Neurophysiology.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Orange, CA?

    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 Orange, CA?

    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 Orange, CA?

    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 Orange, CA?

    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 Orange, CA?

    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 Orange, CA?

    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 Orange, CA?

    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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