The 20 Best Stiff Person Syndrome Doctors in France

Find the Top Stiff Person Syndrome Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 79 doctor with experience in Stiff Person Syndrome near France. Of these, 56 are Experienced, 19 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Jerome Honnorat
    Elite in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Jerome Honnorat
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    Hospices Civils De Lyon

    Bron, FR 

    Jerome Honnorat practices practicing medicine in Bron, France. Mr. Honnorat is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, Cerebellar Degeneration, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, and Thymectomy.

    Distinguished in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Bastien Joubert
    Distinguished in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Bastien Joubert
    Referral may be required

    Hospices Civils De Lyon

    Bron, FR 

    Bastien Joubert practices practicing medicine in Bron, France. Mr. Joubert is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Isaacs' Syndrome, Continuous Muscle Fiber Activity Hereditary, and Acute Cerebellar Ataxia.

    Distinguished in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Dimitri Psimaras
    Distinguished in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Dimitri Psimaras
    Referral may be required
    Paris, FR 

    Dimitri Psimaras practices practicing medicine in Paris, France. Mr. Psimaras is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

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    Distinguished in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Nicole Fabien
    Distinguished in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Nicole Fabien
    Referral may be required
    Pierre-la-treiche, FR 

    Nicole Fabien practices practicing medicine in Pierre-la-treiche, France. Ms. Fabien is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Myositis, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, and Dermatomyositis.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Vincent Navarro
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Vincent Navarro
    Referral may be required
    Paris, FR 

    Vincent Navarro practices practicing medicine in Paris, France. Mr. Navarro is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Status Epilepticus, Epilepsy, Absence Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Hugo Chaumont
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Hugo Chaumont
    Referral may be required
    Paris, FR 

    Hugo Chaumont practices practicing medicine in Paris, France. Mr. Chaumont is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Encephalitis, and Movement Disorders.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    David P. Goncalves
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    David P. Goncalves
    Referral may be required
    Lyon, FR 

    David Goncalves practices practicing medicine in Lyon, France. Mr. Goncalves is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Encephalitis, and Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Geraldine Picard
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Geraldine Picard
    Referral may be required
    Lyon, FR 

    Geraldine Picard practices practicing medicine in Lyon, France. Ms. Picard is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, and Isaacs' Syndrome.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Veronique Rogemond
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Veronique Rogemond
    Referral may be required
    Lyon, FR 

    Veronique Rogemond practices practicing medicine in Lyon, France. Ms. Rogemond is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, Continuous Muscle Fiber Activity Hereditary, and Thymectomy.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Marion Benazra
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Marion Benazra
    Referral may be required
    Paris, FR 

    Marion Benazra practices practicing medicine in Paris, France. Benazra is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Teratoma of the Mediastinum, and Encephalitis.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Agusti Alentorn
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Agusti Alentorn
    Referral may be required

    DMU Neurosciences, AP HP, Pitié Salpêtrière

    Paris, FR 

    Agusti Alentorn practices practicing medicine in Paris, France. Alentorn is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Stiff Person Syndrome, and Brain Tumor.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Marine Giry
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Marine Giry
    Referral may be required
    Paris, FR 

    Marine Giry practices practicing medicine in Paris, France. Ms. Giry is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Ganglioglioma, and Cerebral Ventricle Cancer.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Aude Belbezier
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Aude Belbezier
    Referral may be required
    Grenoble, FR 

    Aude Belbezier practices practicing medicine in Grenoble, France. Ms. Belbezier is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy, Angioedema, Stiff Person Syndrome, and Hives.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Mathieu Anheim
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Mathieu Anheim
    Referral may be required
    Strasbourg, FR 

    Mathieu Anheim practices practicing medicine in Strasbourg, France. Mr. Anheim is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Movement Disorders, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Jean-yves Y. Delattre
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Jean-yves Y. Delattre
    Referral may be required
    Paris, FR 

    Jean-yves Delattre practices practicing medicine in Paris, France. Delattre is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Astrocytoma, and Glioblastoma.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Marie Benaiteau
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Marie Benaiteau
    Referral may be required
    Lyon, FR 

    Marie Benaiteau practices practicing medicine in Lyon, France. Ms. Benaiteau is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Leukocytosis, and Stiff Person Syndrome.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Benjamin Thomas
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Benjamin Thomas
    Referral may be required
    Rouen, FR 

    Benjamin Thomas practices practicing medicine in Rouen, France. Mr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Anorexia, Fatal Familial Insomnia, and Hereditary Hyperekplexia.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Olivier Casez
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Olivier Casez
    Referral may be required

    CHU D'Amiens

    Amiens, FR 

    Olivier Casez practices practicing medicine in Amiens, France. Mr. Casez is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), CACH Syndrome, and Stiff Person Syndrome.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Francois Ducray
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Francois Ducray
    Referral may be required
    Groupement Hospitalier Est, 
    Lyon, FR 

    Francois Ducray practices practicing medicine in Lyon, France. Mr. Ducray is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Oligodendroglioma, and Astrocytoma.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Anne-laurie Pinto
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Anne-laurie Pinto
    Referral may be required
    Lyon, FR 

    Anne-laurie Pinto practices practicing medicine in Lyon, France. Pinto is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Stiff Person Syndrome, Subacute Cerebellar Degeneration, and Acute Cerebellar Ataxia.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Stiff Person Syndrome?

    Stiff person syndrome (SPS) is a rare, progressive syndrome that affects the nervous system, specifically the brain and spinal cord. Symptoms may include extreme muscle stiffness, rigidity and painful spasms in the trunk and limbs, severely impairing mobility. Spasms can generate enough force to fracture bone. People with SPS often have heightened sensitivity to noise, sudden movements, and emotional distress, which can set off muscle spasms. Persistent symptoms can lead to abnormal posturing of the spine, such as being hunched over. The syndrome affects twice as many women as men. SPS is caused by increased muscle activity due to decreased inhibition of the central nervous system. It is thought to have an autoimmune component and is often associated with diabetes, as well as other autoimmune diseases such as thyroiditis, vitiligo, and pernicious anemia. It may be diagnosed after having various tests including blood tests (such as for glutamic acid decarboxylase (GAD) antibodies which is elevated in about 2 in 3 people with SPS), a lumbar puncture, and electromyography.

    When should I see a Stiff Person Syndrome doctor in France?

    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 Stiff Person Syndrome doctor in France?

    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 Stiff Person Syndrome doctor in France?

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    How does MediFind rank Stiff Person Syndrome doctors in France?

    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 Stiff Person Syndrome doctors in France?

    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 Stiff Person Syndrome doctor in France?

    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 Stiff Person Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Stiff Person Syndrome 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 Stiff Person Syndrome doctor in France?

    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 Stiff Person Syndrome 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 Stiff Person Syndrome 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 Stiff Person Syndrome doctors in France?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Stiff Person Syndrome 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 Stiff Person Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Stiff Person Syndrome 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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