The 20 Best Wallerian Degeneration Doctors Near Me in San Diego, CA

Find the Top Wallerian Degeneration Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 21 doctor with experience in Wallerian Degeneration near San Diego, CA. Of these, 14 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine

    Balboa Therapy Center Inc

    3969 4th Ave Ste 208, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brandon Vannoord is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Vannoord is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Giant Axonal Neuropathy, and Wallerian Degeneration.

    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Evelyn Tecoma is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Tecoma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Wallerian Degeneration, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine

    Office

    2100 5th Ave # 200, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alicja Steiner is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Steiner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Sciatica, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Opisthotonos.

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    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel Castellanos is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Castellanos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Spasticity, Phantom Limb Pain, and Neuralgia.

    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gaurav Chenji is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Chenji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. His clinical expertise encompasses Wallerian Degeneration, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Cluster Headache, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Family Medicine
    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Posada is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Posada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. His clinical expertise encompasses Wallerian Degeneration.

    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Wallace is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Wallace is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Neuralgia, Acute Pain, and Shingles.

    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Internal Medicine

    Huntley Pain Specialists

    7525 Metropolitan Dr Ste 302, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Henry Richardson is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Richardson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Cervical Spondylosis.

    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration

    East County Neurology Associates Inc.

    8851 Center Dr Ste 307, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahmad Mohammad is a Neurologist practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Mohammad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Migraine, Pudendal Neuralgia, and Giant Axonal Neuropathy.

    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine

    The S.P.O.R.T. Institute Medical Group Inc.

    7525 Linda Vista Rd Ste C, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Smith is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Sacroiliac Joint Disease.

    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Anesthesiology
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Anesthesiology

    Anesthesia Service Medical Group

    3626 Ruffin Rd, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lars Newsome is an Anesthesiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Newsome is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuralgia, Wallerian Degeneration, Pudendal Neuralgia, and Giant Axonal Neuropathy.

    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine

    University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Oswald is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Oswald is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, Neuralgia, and Angiomyoma.

    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine

    UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratory-La Jolla

    9350 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Furnish is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Furnish is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Femoral Nerve Dysfunction, Giant Axonal Neuropathy, Pudendal Neuralgia, and Knee Replacement.

    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine

    Regents Of The University Of California

    9400 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Farshad Ahadian is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Ahadian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, and Femoral Nerve Dysfunction.

    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration

    Regents Of The University Of California

    9400 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathaniel Schuster is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Schuster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Neuralgia, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Headache.

    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine

    University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Chen is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Chen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bursitis, Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, and Myositis.

    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Internal Medicine

    San Ysidro Health

    875 El Cajon Blvd, 
    El Cajon, CA 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bassam Nassir is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in El Cajon, California. Dr. Nassir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Cough, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine

    Regents Of The University Of California

    9400 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Imanuel Lerman is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Lerman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, Neuralgia, and Chronic Pain.

    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration

    Office

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 340, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Naira Kocharian is a Neurologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kocharian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Susac Syndrome, Memory Loss, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Headache.

    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Wallerian Degeneration
    Pain Medicine

    Relive You Center For Advanced Pain MGMT.

    8901 Activity Rd Ste 104, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gemayel Lee is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Wallerian Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Chronic Pain, Neuralgia, and Wallerian Degeneration.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Wallerian Degeneration?

    Wallerian degeneration is a condition that causes the loss of peripheral nerve function (peripheral nerve disease) through degeneration of nerve cells. This condition has two main causes: 1) degenerative diseases affecting nerve cells, such as Friedreich’s disease, and 2) traumatic injury to the peripheral nerves. Common causes of traumatic nerve injury are injuries that affect the central nervous system, such as cerebral infarction (stroke), hemorrhage (excessive bleeding), tumors, and head injury. Other causes are direct traumatic injuries to a nerve.

    When should I see a Wallerian Degeneration doctor near San Diego, CA?

    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 Wallerian Degeneration doctor near San Diego, CA?

    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 Wallerian Degeneration doctors near San Diego, CA?

    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 Wallerian Degeneration doctors near San Diego, CA?

    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 Wallerian Degeneration doctor near San Diego, CA?

    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 Wallerian Degeneration doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Wallerian Degeneration 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 Wallerian Degeneration doctor near San Diego, CA?

    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 Wallerian Degeneration 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 Wallerian Degeneration 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 Wallerian Degeneration doctors near San Diego, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Wallerian Degeneration 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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