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    MediFind found 42 doctor with experience in Usher Syndrome near Belgium. Of these, 34 are Experienced and 8 are Advanced.

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      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Elfride E. De Baere
      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Elfride E. De Baere
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Elfride De Baere practices in Gent, Belgium. De Baere is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Blepharophimosis, Leber Congenital Amaurosis, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Thalia Van Laethem
      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Thalia Van Laethem
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Thalia Van Laethem practices in Gent, Belgium. Ms. Van Laethem is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Cone-Rod Dystrophy, Usher Syndrome, and Retinitis Pigmentosa.

      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      David H. Creytens
      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      David H. Creytens
      Brussels, BRU, BE 

      David Creytens practices in Brussels, Belgium. Mr. Creytens is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Liposarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Myxoid Liposarcoma, Cone-Rod Dystrophy, and Osteotomy.

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      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Frauke Coppieters
      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Frauke Coppieters
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Frauke Coppieters practices in Gent, Belgium. Coppieters is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Leber Congenital Amaurosis, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Toon Rosseel
      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Toon Rosseel
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Toon Rosseel practices in Gent, Belgium. Rosseel is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP), Retinitis Pigmentosa, and Cone-Rod Dystrophy.

      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Irina Balikova
      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Irina Balikova
      Leuven, VLG, BE 

      Irina Balikova practices in Leuven, Belgium. Ms. Balikova is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cone-Rod Dystrophy, Anophthalmia Plus Syndrome, X-Linked Congenital Stationary Night Blindness, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Jo A. Van Dorpe
      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Jo A. Van Dorpe
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Jo Van Dorpe practices in Gent, Belgium. Ms. Van Dorpe is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cone-Rod Dystrophy, Liposarcoma, Inflammatory Myofibroblastic Tumor, Tissue Biopsy, and Osteotomy.

      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Sascha E. Vermeer
      Advanced in Usher Syndrome

      Sascha E. Vermeer
      Leuven, VLG, BE 

      Sascha Vermeer practices in Leuven, Belgium. Vermeer is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are KBG Syndrome, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, and Spasticity.

      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Elise Pepermans
      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Elise Pepermans
      Niel, VLG, BE 

      Elise Pepermans practices in Niel, Belgium. Ms. Pepermans is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Usher Syndrome, Retinitis Pigmentosa, and Hearing Loss.

      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Claus Bachert
      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Claus Bachert
      Department Of Otorhinolaryngology And Head And Neck Surgery, 
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Claus Bachert practices in Gent, Belgium. Mr. Bachert is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Allergic Rhinitis, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Jan R. Gerris
      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Jan R. Gerris
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Jan Gerris practices in Gent, Belgium. Gerris is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Cone-Rod Dystrophy, Infertility, Usher Syndrome, and Hearing Loss.

      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Miriam Bauwens
      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Miriam Bauwens
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Miriam Bauwens practices in Gent, Belgium. Ms. Bauwens is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Stargardt Macular Degeneration, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Leber Congenital Amaurosis.

      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Julie Jacob
      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Julie Jacob

      Universitair Ziekenhuis Leuven

      Leuven, VLG, BE 

      Julie Jacob practices in Leuven, Belgium. Ms. Jacob is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Internal Carotid Agenesis, and Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta.

      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Marieke A. De Bruyne
      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Marieke A. De Bruyne
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Marieke De Bruyne practices in Gent, Belgium. Ms. De Bruyne is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seckel Syndrome, Cone-Rod Dystrophy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation.

      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Mattias Van Heetvelde
      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Mattias Van Heetvelde
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Mattias Van Heetvelde practices in Gent, Belgium. Mr. Van Heetvelde is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Cone-Rod Dystrophy, Retinitis Pigmentosa, and X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).

      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Alfredo Rey-Duenas
      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Alfredo Rey-Duenas
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Alfredo Rey-Duenas practices in Gent, Belgium. Mr. Rey-Duenas is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Usher Syndrome, Cat Eye Syndrome, Cri-Du-Chat Syndrome, and Retinitis Pigmentosa.

      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Julie De Zaeytijd
      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Julie De Zaeytijd
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Julie De Zaeytijd practices in Gent, Belgium. Ms. De Zaeytijd is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Leber Congenital Amaurosis, Retinitis Pigmentosa, and Vitrectomy.

      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Audrey Meunier
      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Audrey Meunier
      Brussels, BRU, BE 

      Audrey Meunier practices in Brussels, Belgium. Ms. Meunier is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperferritinemia-Cataract Syndrome, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Usher Syndrome Type 2A, and Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON).

      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Sophie Walraedt
      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Sophie Walraedt
      Gent, VLG, BE 

      Sophie Walraedt practices in Gent, Belgium. Ms. Walraedt is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cone-Rod Dystrophy, Congenital Cataract, Lowe Syndrome, X-Linked Congenital Stationary Night Blindness, and Vitrectomy.

      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Mojca Strazisar
      Experienced in Usher Syndrome

      Mojca Strazisar
      Antwerpen, VLG, BE 

      Mojca Strazisar practices in Antwerpen, Belgium. Strazisar is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Cone-Rod Dystrophy, Dementia, and Hearing Loss.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Usher Syndrome?

      Usher syndrome is a condition characterized by partial or total hearing loss and vision loss that worsens over time. The hearing loss is classified as sensorineural, which means that it is caused by abnormalities of the inner ear. The loss of vision is caused by an eye disease called retinitis pigmentosa (RP), which affects the layer of light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye (the retina). Vision loss occurs as the light-sensing cells of the retina gradually break down. Loss of night vision begins first, followed by blind spots that develop in the side (peripheral) vision. Over time, these blind spots enlarge and merge to produce tunnel vision. In some cases, vision is further impaired by clouding of the lens of the eye (cataracts). However, many people with retinitis pigmentosa retain some central vision throughout their lives.

      When should I see an Usher Syndrome doctor in Belgium?

      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 an Usher Syndrome doctor in Belgium?

      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 do I find the best Usher Syndrome doctor in Belgium?

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      How does MediFind rank Usher Syndrome doctors in Belgium?

      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 Usher Syndrome doctors in Belgium?

      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 an Usher Syndrome doctor in Belgium?

      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 Usher Syndrome doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Usher 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 an Usher Syndrome doctor in Belgium?

      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 Usher 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 Usher 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 Usher Syndrome doctors in Belgium?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Usher 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 an Usher Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

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