The 20 Best Syringomyelia Doctors Near Me in Tennessee, US

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The 20 Best Syringomyelia Doctors in Tennessee, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 95 doctor with experience in Syringomyelia near Tennessee, US. Of these, 77 are Experienced and 18 are Advanced.

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    Jody B. Helms
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Highlands Neurosurgery PC

    1 Medical Park Blvd, Ste 400E, 
    Bristol, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Helms is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    David A. Wiles
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    2205 McCallie Ave, Ste 310, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    A native of the Tri-Cities’, David Wiles, MD, received his bachelor of science from Auburn University, Ala., and his doctorate of medicine from Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, La. Following, Dr. Wiles completed his general surgery internship and a neurosurgery residency at the University of Tennessee, Memphis. Board certified in neurosurgery, Dr. Wiles has trained under internationally-known spine surgeons, including Kevin Foley, MD, Maurice Smith, MD, and Peter Klara MD. Following his training, Dr. Wiles returned to the Tri-Cities where he established the East Tennessee Brain and Spine Center, intent on bringing leading-edge neurosurgical care to those he knew and loved. Today, Dr. Wiles is president of the East Tennessee Brain & Spine Center. Dr. Wiles has also been actively involved in the development of numerous spinal surgical techniques and devices. Most notably, he has participated in several investigational studies with the Food & Drug Administration. Such experience has allowed him the honor of speaking at international meetings and serving on the Evaluation Committee for ARGOS, the European Association of Research Groups for Spinal Osteosynthesis. Currently, he is privileged to serve as a faculty member at teaching conferences held across the United States for the purpose of training spine surgeons and orthopedic and neurosurgical residents. A member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurosurgeons, the Joint Section on Spine and Peripheral Nerves, the North American Spine Society, the World Spine Society, the International Meetings for Advanced Spinal Technologies, and the Cervical Spine Research Society, Dr. Wiles is also a member of the Critical Care Committee at the Johnson City Medical Center. Practicing since 1997, Dr. Wiles and his wife and their three children, make their home in Johnson City. Dr. Wiles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Robert A. Rice
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Highlands Neurosurgery PC

    1 Medical Park Blvd, Ste 400E, 
    Bristol, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

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    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine And Pediatric Associates, P.C.

    350 Steeles Rd, # 2, 
    Bristol, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Olds is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Low Blood Sugar, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Vertigo.

    Paul E. Hoffmann
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    CHI Memorial Neuroscience Institute Spine Clinic

    725 Glenwood Drive, Suite E-680, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Paul Hoffmann has more than 20 years’ experience providing interventional spine management caring for patients with spinal-related problems including neck and back pain, spinal stenosis, and radiculopathy (commonly known as sciatica). Dr. Hoffmann focuses on conservative treatment and exhausts all non-operative options before considering any type of surgical intervention. Treatment may involve physical therapy, injection techniques to calm inflammatory responses, and newer treatments like radiofrequency ablation of the spine for chronic pain from arthritic conditions.Paul Hoffmann, MD, is board-certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM and R) and a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and International Spine Intervention Society. According to AAPM and R, physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM and R), also known as physiatry or rehabilitation medicine, aims to enhance and restore functional ability and quality of life to those with physical impairments or disabilities affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. Dr. Hoffmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Caudal Regression Syndrome, and Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    W. Garrison Strickland MD PC

    300 20th Ave N Ste 604, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Strickland is a Neurologist in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Strickland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Lafora Disease, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    336 22nd Ave. N., 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Romina Shirka is a Neurologist in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Shirka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. Her top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Tumor, Subependymoma, and Foot Drop.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurology
    336 22nd Ave. N., 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Kim is a Neurologist in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Brain Stem Cancer, Spinal Tumor, and Subependymoma.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    Real Time Neuromonitoring Associates PLLC

    336 22nd Avenue North, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Minahan is a Neurologist in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Minahan has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Tumor, Fractured Spine, and Invertebral Disc Disease. Dr. Minahan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurology

    Neurology Clinic PC

    8000 Centerview Pkwy Ste 500, 
    Cordova, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Roy Rasmoni is a Neurologist in Cordova, Tennessee. Dr. Rasmoni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Memory Loss, Stroke, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    Real Time Neuromonitoring Associates PLLC

    336 22nd Avenue North, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Vivian Hoang is a Neurologist in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Hoang has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. Her top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Tumor, Subependymoma, and Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET). Dr. Hoang is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Advanced in Syringomyelia

    Le Bonheur Children's Hospital

    848 Adams Ave, 
    Memphis, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Muhlbauer is a Neurosurgery provider in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Muhlbauer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Epidural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Advanced in Syringomyelia

    Semmes-Murphey Clinic

    6325 Humphreys Blvd, 
    Memphis, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenan Arnautovic is a Neurosurgery provider in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Arnautovic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Spinal Tumor, Nerve Decompression, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Children's Hospital At Erlanger Neurosurgery

    910 Blackford St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Miller is a Neurosurgery provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Miller has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Children's Hospital At Erlanger Neurosurgery

    910 Blackford St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Boehm is a Neurosurgery provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Boehm is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Neurosurgical Associates PC

    1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 360, 
    Knoxville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Savage is a Neurosurgery provider in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Savage is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Hydrocephalus, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurology
    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurology

    Cookeville Regional Medical Center Pulmonary Critical Care And Sleep Medicine

    145 W 4th St Ste 201, 
    Cookeville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Randy Gaw is a Neurologist in Cookeville, Tennessee. Dr. Gaw is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Charles Bonnet Syndrome, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Nashville Neurosurgery Group

    330 22nd Ave N, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Arthur Ulm is a Neurosurgery provider in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Ulm is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Ulm is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Semmes Murphey Clinic

    6325 Humphreys Blvd, 
    Memphis, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nickalus Khan is a Neurosurgery provider in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Khan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Moyamoya Disease, Schwannoma, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Endovascular Embolization.

    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Advanced in Syringomyelia

    Vanderbilt Children's Neurosurgery

    2200 Childrens Way # 9, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Bonfield is a Neurosurgery provider in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Bonfield is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Plagiocephaly, Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, Craniectomy, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

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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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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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