The 20 Best Syringomyelia Doctors Near Me in District of Columbia, US

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The 20 Best Syringomyelia Doctors in District of Columbia, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Syringomyelia near District of Columbia, US. Of these, 11 are Experienced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Advanced.

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14 providers found
    Distinguished in Syringomyelia
    Distinguished in Syringomyelia

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Keating is a Pediatrics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Keating is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy.

    Distinguished in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Myseros is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Myseros is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    Washington Neurosurgical Associates

    5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 510, Suite 510, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Matthew D. Ammerman is an assistant clinical professor of neurosurgery at George Washington University School of Medicine. He practices out of Washington Neurosurgical Associates at Sibley Memorial Hospital and George Washington University Medical Center. Dr. Ammerman’s expertise is in minimally invasive techniques for spinal disease. Dr. Ammerman earned his undergraduate degree from Emory University and his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. He continued his education at George Washington, completing a residency in neurological surgery. Dr. Ammerman then went on to complete a fellowship in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine. Dr. Ammerman supervises the monthly journal club for the neurosurgical residents at the George Washington University School of Medicine. He has also published research in medical journals and contributed textbook chapters. Dr. Ammerman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

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    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Advanced in Syringomyelia

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chima Oluigbo is a Pediatrics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Oluigbo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Cortical Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Seizures, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hasan Syed is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Syed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Pineocytoma, Hydrocephalus, Craniosynostosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW Fl 7, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Caputy is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Caputy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Cerebral Ventricle Cancer, Bone Tumor, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    MedStar Health: Neuroscience At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl 6, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Kalhorn is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kalhorn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    MedStar Georgetown Neurosurgery

    110 Irving St NW Ste G-19, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samir Sur is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Sur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Sur is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    MedStar Health: Neuroscience At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl 7, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vikram Nayar is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Nayar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Pacemaker Implantation, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    MedStar Health: Neuroscience At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl 6, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Watson is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Watson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Meningioma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Donoho is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Donoho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Sunken Fontanelles, Bulging Fontanelles, Rathke Cleft Cyst, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nirali Patel is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. Her top areas of expertise are Hygroma Cervical, Cystic Hygroma, Pineocytoma, and Selective Mutism.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    MedStar Health: Neuroscience At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl 6, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Lynes is a Neurosurgery provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Lynes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Orthopedics

    MedStar Health: Neuroscience At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl 6, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vinay Deshmukh is an Orthopedics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Deshmukh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Syringomyelia?

    Syringomyelia is a cyst-like collection of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) that forms in the spinal cord. Over time, it may damage the spinal cord.

    When should I see a Syringomyelia doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    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 Syringomyelia doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    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 Syringomyelia doctors in District of Columbia, US?

    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 Syringomyelia doctors in District of Columbia, US?

    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 Syringomyelia doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    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 Syringomyelia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Syringomyelia 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 Syringomyelia doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    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 Syringomyelia 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 Syringomyelia 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 Syringomyelia doctors in District of Columbia, US?

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

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