Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia

Dr. James J. Dowling

Neurology
Penn Medicine
Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
On Staff At
Accepting New Patients
Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
Penn Medicine
Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
OverviewInsuranceLocationsClinical ResearchSimilar Doctors

Overview

James Dowling is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dowling is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, Tubular Aggregate Myopathy, and Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis. Dr. Dowling is currently accepting new patients.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 170 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 5 articles in the study of Cortical Dysplasia.

Graduate Institution
University Of Chicago
Residency
University of Chicago Medical Center
Specialties
Neurology
Licenses
Neurology with Special Qualifications in Neurology in PA
Board Certifications
Neurology - Child Neurology, 2007
Fellowships
University of Michigan
Hospital Affiliations
Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

Find your insurance
Find your insuranceClose

Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Clover Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Provider Partners Health Plan
  • MEDICARE SNP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
View 8 Less Insurance Carriers -

Locations

Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Call: 800-789-7366

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Clinical Trials

INCEPTUS: A Prospective, Non-Interventional Clinical Assessment Study in X Linked Myotubular Myopathy (XLMTM) Subjects Aged 3 Years and Younger
INCEPTUS: A Prospective, Non-Interventional Clinical Assessment Study in X Linked Myotubular Myopathy (XLMTM) Subjects Aged 3 Years and Younger
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 29, 2022
Prospective, Longitudinal Study of the Natural History and Functional Status of Patients With Myotubular Myopathy (MTM)
Prospective, Longitudinal Study of the Natural History and Functional Status of Patients With Myotubular Myopathy (MTM)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 07, 2018
View 1 Less Clinical Trial

170 Total Publications

Delandistrogene Moxeparvovec Gene Therapy in Individuals With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Evidence in Focus: Report of the AAN Guidelines Subcommittee.
Delandistrogene Moxeparvovec Gene Therapy in Individuals With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Evidence in Focus: Report of the AAN Guidelines Subcommittee.
Journal: Neurology
Published: July 30, 2025
View All 170 Publications
Similar Doctors
Distinguished in Cortical Dysplasia
Dr. Harry T. Chugani
Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology
Distinguished in Cortical Dysplasia
Dr. Harry T. Chugani
Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology
1600 Rockland Road, 
Wilmington, DE 
 (22.4 miles away)
302-651-4200
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients

Harry Chugani is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Chugani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Sturge-Weber Syndrome, Parkes Weber Syndrome, and West Syndrome. Dr. Chugani is currently accepting new patients.

Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
Dr. Ingo Helbig
Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
Dr. Ingo Helbig
Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
3401 Civic Center Blvd, 9nw, Room 55, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (0.1 miles away)
215-590-1220
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances

Ingo Helbig is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Helbig is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Spasmus Nutans.

Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
Dr. Dennis J. Dlugos
Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology
Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
Dr. Dennis J. Dlugos
Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology
3401 Civic Center Blvd, Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia - Neurology, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (0.1 miles away)
215-590-1719
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances

Dennis Dlugos is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dlugos is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, West Syndrome, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

VIEW MORE CORTICAL DYSPLASIA DOCTORS

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers

Find Dr. Dowling's expertise for a condition
ConditionClose
  • Elite
  • Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion
    Dr. Dowling is
    Elite
    . Learn about Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion.
    See more Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion experts
  • Tubular Aggregate Myopathy
    Dr. Dowling is
    Elite
    . Learn about Tubular Aggregate Myopathy.
    See more Tubular Aggregate Myopathy experts
  • X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy
    Dr. Dowling is
    Elite
    . Learn about X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy.
    See more X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy experts
  • Distinguished
  • Centronuclear Myopathy
    Dr. Dowling is
    Distinguished
    . Learn about Centronuclear Myopathy.
    See more Centronuclear Myopathy experts
  • Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
    Dr. Dowling is
    Distinguished
    . Learn about Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A.
    See more Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A experts
  • Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome
    Dr. Dowling is
    Distinguished
    . Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
    See more Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome experts
  • Distal Arthrogryposis
    Dr. Dowling is
    Distinguished
    . Learn about Distal Arthrogryposis.
    See more Distal Arthrogryposis experts
  • Distal Arthrogryposis Type 6
    Dr. Dowling is
    Distinguished
    . Learn about Distal Arthrogryposis Type 6.
    See more Distal Arthrogryposis Type 6 experts
  • Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis
    Dr. Dowling is
    Distinguished
    . Learn about Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis.
    See more Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis experts
View All 7 Distinguished Conditions
  • Advanced
  • Amyotonia Congenita
    Dr. Dowling is
    Advanced
    . Learn about Amyotonia Congenita.
    See more Amyotonia Congenita experts
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
    Dr. Dowling is
    Advanced
    . Learn about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).
    See more Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) experts
  • Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
    Dr. Dowling is
    Advanced
    . Learn about Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita.
    See more Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita experts
  • Becker Muscular Dystrophy
    Dr. Dowling is
    Advanced
    . Learn about Becker Muscular Dystrophy.
    See more Becker Muscular Dystrophy experts
  • Congenital Contractures
    Dr. Dowling is
    Advanced
    . Learn about Congenital Contractures.
    See more Congenital Contractures experts
  • Cortical Dysplasia
    Dr. Dowling is
    Advanced
    . Learn about Cortical Dysplasia.
    See more Cortical Dysplasia experts
View All 12 Advanced Conditions
  • Experienced
  • Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome
    Dr. Dowling is
    Experienced
    . Learn about Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome.
    See more Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome experts
  • Brown Syndrome
    Dr. Dowling is
    Experienced
    . Learn about Brown Syndrome.
    See more Brown Syndrome experts
  • Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
    Dr. Dowling is
    Experienced
    . Learn about Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.
    See more Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease experts
  • Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome
    Dr. Dowling is
    Experienced
    . Learn about Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome.
    See more Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome experts
  • Drug Induced Dyskinesia
    Dr. Dowling is
    Experienced
    . Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
    See more Drug Induced Dyskinesia experts
  • Epilepsy
    Dr. Dowling is
    Experienced
    . Learn about Epilepsy.
    See more Epilepsy experts
View All 27 Experienced Conditions
Want to save this doctor for later?
Sign Up
Is this your doctor?
Find A Second Opinion
Not sure about your diagnosis?
Check Your Symptoms
 
 
 
 
Learn about our expert tiers
Learn More
Are you the provider on this profile?
Claim Profile
For Patients
  • Our Story
  • How MediFind Works
  • Conditions A-Z
  • Doctor Directory
  • Symptoms Directory
  • Procedures Directory
  • Treatment Directory
  • Drug Directory
  • Infusion Center Finder
  • FAQ
  • Contact Us
For Providers and Practices
  • Claim Your Profile
  • Newsroom
Business Solutions
  • Provider
  • Network Solutions
Additional Resources
  • Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Advertising Policy
  • Content Policy
Subscribe to our newsletter

Sign up to stay informed about MediFind and get wellness sent your way.

Close

    By subscribing, I agree to MediFind's Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.

    Bullet PinMediFind
    Follow us on
    This information is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice. You should work with a licensed professional to diagnose and treat health conditions. We let the data speak for itself, MediFind does not endorse any healthcare providers.
    © 2026 All Rights Reserved

    Request an Appointment

    If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.

    MediFind will contact the provider for your appointment request. You’ll receive status updates by email. Your provider or MediFind will reach out to you directly by phone or email to schedule your appointment or request additional information.

    Patient Details

    This information is for the patient who will be seen at the appointment.

      Close

      Returning patient? Use your address on file with the provider.

      Insurance Details

      Please provide information of the primary insurance holder as the practice may require this information to schedule.

      Insurance Provider *
      Insurance ProviderClose

      Appointments Details

      Let’s get more information about your appointment.

              0 / 1000
              0 / 1000
              By pressing the Submit button you are agreeing to MediFind’s Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.