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

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) near Orlando, FL. Of these, 7 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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

    AdventHealth Orlando

    1573 West Fairbanks Avenue, 
    Winter Park, FL 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nivedita Jerath is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Winter Park, Florida. Dr. Jerath is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy, Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis, and Andersen-Tawil Syndrome. Dr. Jerath is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute – Downtown

    76 W. Underwood St., 2nd Floor, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Gutierrez is a Neurologist and a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Gutierrez 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 Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. Dr. Gutierrez is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, American Board Of Psychiatry - Neuromuscular Medicine, American Board Of Psychiatry-Neuro-Neuromuscular M, and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Gutierrez is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute – Downtown

    76 W. Underwood St., 2nd Floor, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vahid Tohidi is a Neurologist and a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Tohidi is rated as an Advanced 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 Peripheral Neuropathy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Tohidi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    AdventHealth Medical Group Neurology At Orlando

    265 E Rollins St # 6, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Aqsa Ullah is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Ullah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her clinical expertise encompasses Vertebral Artery Dissection, Stiff Person Syndrome, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Ullah is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Neurovations Clinic LLC

    2200 Lee Rd, 
    Winter Park, FL 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rekha Gandhi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Winter Park, Florida. Dr. Gandhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Stroke. Dr. Gandhi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    AdventHealth Lab

    7727 Lake Underhill Rd, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Birdie Varnedore is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Varnedore 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 Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Varnedore is currently accepting new patients.

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

    University Medical Care, PA

    471 N Semoran Blvd, Ste A, 
    Winter Park, FL 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rajnish Puri is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Winter Park, Florida. Dr. Puri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 71 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Ureteroscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Puri is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Puri is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Neurology Associates PA

    301 N Maitland Ave, 
    Maitland, FL 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Honeycutt is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Maitland, Florida. Dr. Honeycutt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Migraine, and Memory Loss. Dr. Honeycutt is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida

    6535 Nemours Parkway, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebekah Dailidonis is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Dailidonis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Dysferlinopathy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2. Dr. Dailidonis is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners.

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

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida

    6535 Nemours Parkway, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Omer Hamid is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Hamid is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 62 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotonia Congenita, Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome, Dysferlinopathy, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Dr. Hamid is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Hamid is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida

    6535 Nemours Parkway, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Aga Lewelt is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Lewelt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Focal Dystonia, Moebius Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Spasticity. Dr. Lewelt is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Lewelt is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Primary Care Of Central Florida

    12301 Lake Underhill Rd, Ste 215, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Gabriel Nuriel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Nuriel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Nuriel 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 Orlando, 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 Orlando, 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 does MediFind rank Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) doctors near Orlando, 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 Orlando, 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 Orlando, 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 Orlando, 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 Orlando, 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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