The 20 Best Stiff Person Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Springfield, MA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 92 doctor with experience in Stiff Person Syndrome near Springfield, MA. Of these, 84 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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92 providers found
    Distinguished in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Distinguished in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Massachusetts Eye And Ear

    243 Charles St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Loulwah Mukharesh is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Mukharesh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Optic Neuritis, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Thymectomy.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

    41 Mall Rd, 
    Burlington, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jayashri Srinivasan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Burlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Srinivasan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Slama is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Slama is rated as an Advanced provider 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 Myasthenia Gravis, Stiff Person Syndrome, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy. Dr. Slama is board certified in Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine, and Electrodiagnostic Medicine.

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    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Raynor is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Raynor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Post Polio Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Dr. Raynor is board certified in American Board Of Clinical Neurophysiology.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, East/Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Tamil
    Offers Telehealth

    Pushpa Narayanaswami is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Narayanaswami is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Polymyositis, Wyburn-Mason Syndrome, and Thymectomy. Dr. Narayanaswami is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Movement Disorders Clinic, 330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Simon is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Simon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Serotonin Syndrome, Hereditary Ataxia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Simon is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allan H. Ropper, MD, is Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Ropper is an associate editor of the New England Journal of Medicine and a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and the American College of Physicians. He has over 150 publications and is an author of the most widely consulted textbook of neurology, Principles of Neurology, which is currently in its ninth edition. He is a longtime contributor to several major textbooks of medicine, including Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ropper is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Transient Global Amnesia, Neurosyphilis, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Stiff Person Syndrome, and Thymectomy. Dr. Ropper is board certified in Internal Medicine and Neurology.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, East/Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Seward Rutkove is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Rutkove is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, and Orchiectomy. Dr. Rutkove is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nara Michaelson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Michaelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. Her clinical expertise encompasses Meningocele, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Dr. Michaelson is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Movement Disorders Clinic, 330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Dutch, Swedish

    Veronica Vanderhorst is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Vanderhorst is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Serotonin Syndrome, and Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia. Dr. Vanderhorst is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    Movement Disorders Clinic, 330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 8, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Frank is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Frank is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy, Huntington Disease, Mcleod Neuroacanthocytosis Syndrome, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia. Dr. Frank is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Department Of Neurology

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4I, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aditi Varma is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Varma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Seizures, and Central Pain Syndrome. Dr. Varma is board certified in Neurology and Autonomic Disorders.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    BIDMC Department Of Neurology

    330 Brookline Avenue, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Gibbons is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gibbons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Dysautonomia, Orthostatic Hypotension, Multiple System Atrophy, Osteotomy, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Gibbons is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Hale Building For Transformative Medicine On BWH Main Campus

    60 Fenwood Rd, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Amato is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Amato is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 63 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Inclusion Body Myositis, Myositis, Polymyositis, Thymectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Amato is board certified in Neurology, 1991 and Neuromuscular Medicine, 2008.

    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Advanced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Idanis Morales is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. She has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Morales is rated as an Advanced provider 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 Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Encephalitis, and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease. Dr. Morales is board certified in Neurology.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Neurology

    Baystate Neurology-Springfield-Main Street

    3300 Main St, 
    Springfield, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alina Bayer is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Bayer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Peripheral Neuropathy, Seizures, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Office

    725 Albany St Ste B, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michelle Kaku is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kaku is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Primary Amyloidosis, and Peripheral Neuropathy.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Neurology Center Of New England PC

    9 Payson Rd, Suite 100, 
    Foxboro, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Salvatore Napoli is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Foxboro, Massachusetts. Dr. Napoli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Migraine, and Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). Dr. Napoli is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Neurology

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Department Of Neurology

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4I, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joome Suh is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Suh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stiff Person Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Necrotizing Myopathy (NM), Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Dr. Suh is board certified in Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine, and Electrodiagnostic Medicine.

    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome
    Experienced in Stiff Person Syndrome

    Baystate Wing Hospital

    40 Wright St, 
    Palmer, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Donald Blair is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palmer, Massachusetts. Dr. Blair is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Myotonic Dystrophy, and Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Stiff Person Syndrome doctor near Springfield, MA?

    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 near Springfield, MA?

    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 Stiff Person Syndrome doctors near Springfield, MA?

    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 near Springfield, MA?

    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 near Springfield, MA?

    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 near Springfield, MA?

    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 near Springfield, MA?

    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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