The 20 Best Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Doctors Near Me in Fort Myers, FL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) near Fort Myers, FL. Of these, 11 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    Distinguished in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
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    Lee Memorial Health System

    2776 Cleveland Ave, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    239-343-2670
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Bryant Vuong is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Vuong is rated as a Distinguished 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 Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Endoscopy.

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

    Alzheimers Diagnostic Centers

    3033 Winkler Ave Unit 200, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    239-277-0200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Wendy Bond is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Bond is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Dementia, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

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

    Florida Neurology Group P L.

    12670 Whitehall Dr, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
     (5.9 miles away)
    239-574-4242
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Paul Driscoll is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Driscoll is rated as an Advanced 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 Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Trigeminal Neuralgia, Memory Loss, and Essential Tremor.

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

    Florida Neurology Group P L.

    12670 Whitehall Dr, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
     (5.9 miles away)
    239-574-4242
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lane Carlin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Carlin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Partial Seizure, Partial Familial Epilepsy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Carlin is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Neurology Group P L.

    12670 Whitehall Dr, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
     (5.9 miles away)
    239-574-4242
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chris Marino is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Marino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Memory Loss, Essential Tremor, and Movement Disorders. Dr. Marino is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Neurology Group P L.

    12670 Whitehall Dr, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
     (5.9 miles away)
    239-936-3554
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gerardo Gamez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Gamez 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 Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Migraine, and Memory Loss. Dr. Gamez is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Neurology Group P L.

    12670 Whitehall Dr, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
     (5.9 miles away)
    239-936-3554
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Sullivan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Stroke, Essential Tremor, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Dr. Sullivan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Virtual Neurology Kansas LLC

    9110 College Pointe Ct, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
     (6.4 miles away)
    239-208-2212
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Afrikaans, Albanian, American Sign Language, Amharic, Arabic, Armenian, Bahasa, Belarusian, Bemba, Bengali, Bhojpuri, Breton, Cantonese, Creoles And Pidgins, Croatian, Danish, Dutch, Esperanto, Estonian, Fang, Fanti, Fijian, Finnish, Flemish, French, Frisian, German, Greek, Hawaiian, Hindi, Hmong, Hungarian, Iban, Icelandic, Inuktitut, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Kannada, Kanuri, Kashmiri, Khasi, Korean, Malayalam, Maltese, Mandarin, Manipuri, Pashto, Russian, Shona, Sindhi, Somali, Spanish, Tamil, Tatar, Telugu, Tongan, Truk, Tsonga, Tswana, Turkish, Turkmen, Twi, Ukrainian, Urarina, Urdu, Uyghur, Uzbek, Vai, Venda, Vietnamese, Votic, Wakashan Languages, Welsh
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Murtaza Amir is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Amir is rated as an Experienced 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 Seizures, Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Essential Tremor. Dr. Amir is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Virtual Neurology Kansas LLC

    9110 College Pointe Ct, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
     (6.4 miles away)
    239-208-2212
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Adam Heller is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Heller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Seizures, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease. Dr. Heller is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Virtual Neurology Kansas LLC

    9110 College Pointe Ct, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
     (6.4 miles away)
    239-208-2212
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Amharic, Arabic, Bengali
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nina Bradley is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Bradley is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Memory Loss, Seizures, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Susac Syndrome. Dr. Bradley is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Virtual Neurology Kansas LLC

    9110 College Pointe Ct, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
     (6.4 miles away)
    239-208-2212
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Nima Mowzoon is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Mowzoon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Dr. Mowzoon is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Lpg Family Medicine-Plantation Rd

    13782 Plantation Rd Ste 201, 
    Fort Myers,, FL 
     (7.7 miles away)
    239-343-1290
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lenay Santana is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers,, Florida. Dr. Santana is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Memory Loss, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Migraine. Dr. Santana is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Dr. Alan L. Tannenbaum
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Dr. Alan L. Tannenbaum
    Internal Medicine

    Vandan Taparia

    523 Cape Coral Pkwy E, 
    Cape Coral, FL 
     (8.3 miles away)
    239-277-1772
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Alan Tannenbaum is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cape Coral, Florida. Dr. Tannenbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Tannenbaum is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Dr. Natalie A. Gillson
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

    Dr. Natalie A. Gillson
    Pediatric Neurology
    Referral may be required

    HealthPark Medical Center

    9981 S Healthpark Dr, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    239-343-6050
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Natalie Gillson is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Gillson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, Shaken Baby Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, and Microcephaly. Dr. Gillson is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Fort Myers, FL?

    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 Fort Myers, FL?

    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 near Fort Myers, FL?

    You can find a Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctors near Fort Myers, FL?

    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 Fort Myers, FL?

    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 Fort Myers, FL?

    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 Fort Myers, FL?

    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 Fort Myers, FL?

    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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