The 20 Best Stroke Doctors Near Me in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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The 20 Best Stroke Doctors near Fort Walton Beach, FL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Stroke near Fort Walton Beach, FL. Of these, 18 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery

    Dr. Sam Critides, MD

    350G Racetrack Rd NW, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sam Critides is a Neurosurgery provider in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Critides is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Subdural Hematoma, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. Critides is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    320 Racetrack Rd NW Ste 100D, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Meiner is a Neurosurgery provider in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Meiner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    320 Racetrack Rd NW, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Feldman is a Neurosurgery provider in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Feldman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

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    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurology
    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurology

    HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital

    1000 Mar Walt Dr, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron Noles is a Neurologist in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Noles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital

    1000 Mar Walt Dr, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Peters is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Peters has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurology
    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurology

    Immediate Care

    1005 Mar Walt Dr, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fred Aubert is a Neurologist in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Aubert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Migraine, and Movement Disorders.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Immediate Care

    1005 Mar Walt Dr, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melissa Fischer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Fischer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, and Movement Disorders.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke

    Office

    1106 Hospital Rd, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Piacente is a Neurologist in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Piacente is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Migraine, and Stroke.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine

    Saint George Medical Center INC

    1118 Hospital Rd, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erica Saintilus is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Saintilus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Tracheitis, Fasciotomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1823 Hurlburt Rd Ste 7, 
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Dr. Nguyen has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Anemia, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.

    Kyle Chavers
    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine

    Foundations Medical Center PLLC

    4467 Commons Dr W Ste F-G, 
    Destin, FL 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kyle Chavers is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Destin, Florida. Dr. Chavers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Gerstmann Syndrome, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Novak & Novak PA

    994 Airport Rd, 
    Destin, FL 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yvette Novak is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Destin, Florida. Dr. Novak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke

    Noles Medical Services

    996 Airport Rd, 
    Destin, FL 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amira Noles is a Physiatrist in Destin, Florida. Dr. Noles has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Necrotizing Myopathy (NM), Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Subdural Hematoma.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Beach Life Health & Wellness

    543 Harbor Blvd Ste 402, 
    Destin, FL 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Reed Harned is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Destin, Florida. Dr. Harned is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery

    Apex Neurosurgery And Spine

    155 Crystal Beach Dr Ste 200, 
    Destin, FL 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Timothy Monroe is a Neurosurgery provider in Destin, Florida. Dr. Monroe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Monroe is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Steven S Donchey Mdpa

    1950 Bluewater Blvd, 
    Niceville, FL 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Donchey is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Niceville, Florida. Dr. Donchey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Lung Metastases, Colonoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Donchey is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1005 College Blvd W, 
    Niceville, FL 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Schroeder is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Niceville, Florida. Dr. Schroeder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Myoclonus-Dystonia, Oppenheim Dystonia, X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Ascension Medical Group Sacred Heart Primary Care-Bluewater Bay

    4586 E Highway 20 Ste B, 
    Niceville, FL 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Zimmermann is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Niceville, Florida. Dr. Zimmermann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Michael P Roberts, MD PA

    1001 College Blvd W Ste D Bldg 1, 
    Niceville, FL 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Roberts is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Niceville, Florida. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1001 College Blvd W Ste F, 
    Niceville, FL 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Steckler is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Niceville, Florida. Dr. Steckler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Stroke?

    A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain stops. A stroke is sometimes called a "brain attack."

    If blood flow is cut off for longer than a few seconds, the brain cannot get nutrients and oxygen. Brain cells can die, causing lasting damage.

    A stroke can also occur if a blood vessel inside the brain bursts, leading to bleeding inside the head.

    When should I see a Stroke doctor near Fort Walton Beach, 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 Stroke doctor near Fort Walton Beach, 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 Stroke doctors near Fort Walton Beach, 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 Stroke doctors near Fort Walton Beach, 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 Stroke doctor near Fort Walton Beach, 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 Stroke doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Stroke 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 Stroke doctor near Fort Walton Beach, 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 Stroke 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 Stroke 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 Stroke doctors near Fort Walton Beach, FL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Stroke 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 Stroke doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Stroke 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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