The 20 Best X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy Doctors Near Me

Find the Top X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 509 doctor with experience in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Of these, 393 are Experienced, 101 are Advanced and 15 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Experienced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    Vanderbilt Medical Group- Teleneurology

    1161 21st Ave South, A-0118 Medical Center North, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Distinguished in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Distinguished in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    Penn Neuromuscular Diagnostics LLC

    81 Hillcrest Dr Ste 1300, 
    Punxsutawney, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Clark is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Dr. Clark is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis, X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2.

    Distinguished in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Distinguished in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic 1ST Street (Building A)

    420 E 1st St, 
    Duluth, MN 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Zimmerman is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Duluth, Minnesota. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Zimmerman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

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    Experienced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Experienced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Neurology

    4445 South Lee Street, Suite 310, 
    Buford, GA 
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pavan Tummala is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Buford, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Tummala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Partial Seizure, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Seizures, and Memory Loss. Dr. Tummala is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, Epilepsy - 2017 and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurology - 2016. Dr. Tummala is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Distinguished in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Banner - University Medicine Neurosciences Clinic

    755 East McDowell Road, Floor 3, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I am a member of AANEM (American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine)I enjoy hiking, reading and practicing speaking Spanish. Dr. Chrisman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and Myasthenia Gravis. Dr. Chrisman is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Chrisman is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Distinguished in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    Norton Children's Neuroscience Institute

    411 East Chestnut Street, Level 6, 
    Louisville, KY 
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Martin Brown is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Brown is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis. Dr. Brown is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine - 2011 and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Neurology - 2010. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neuroradiology | Radiology

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Interventional Radiology Clinic

    3601 W 13 Mile Rd, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chris Kazmierczak is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 34 years. Dr. Kazmierczak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Stroke, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Kazmierczak is board certified in American Board Of Radiology and American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Kazmierczak is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    Athens Neurological Associates

    1086 1/2 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Pitts is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Pitts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Stroke. Dr. Pitts is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Pitts is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Pediatric Neurology

    Athens Neurological Associates, PC

    1088 Baxter Street, Suite A, 
    Athens, GA 
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eugene Morris is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 28 years. Dr. Morris is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Neuralgia. Dr. Morris is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology - 2005. Dr. Morris is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Institute At Great Neck

    611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 150, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Ragone is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Ragone is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Serotonin Syndrome, Movement Disorders, and Headache. Dr. Ragone is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology, and American Board Of Electrodiagnostic Medicine.

    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Pediatric Neurology

    Helen DeVos Children's Hospital Neurology

    35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3003, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jena Krueger is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Krueger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2. Dr. Krueger is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Epilepsy - 2017 and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology - 2015. Dr. Krueger is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    Duke Electromyography Laboratory - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vern Juel is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 37 years. Dr. Juel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 71 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Inclusion Body Myositis, Meige Syndrome, and Thymectomy. Dr. Juel is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology , American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology , and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine.

    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Charlotte Sumner is a Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Sumner cares for patients with genetically-mediated neuromuscular diseases. Her practice is notable for a focus on individuals with inherited neuromuscular disorders of peripheral nerves and motor neurons, including spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease. She co-directs the Johns Hopkins Muscular Dystrophy Association Care Center, the Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and the Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) clinics, which deliver multidisciplinary clinical care, engage in international natural history studies, and provide cutting edge therapeutics. Dr. Sumner’s research focuses on developing treatments for degenerative disorders of motor neurons and peripheral nerves. Her laboratory uses human tissues and induced pluripotent cell lines, mouse models and cultured cells to characterize disease mechanisms and develop treatments. Dr. Charlotte Sumner received her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine following undergraduate studies at Princeton University. She completed internal medicine internship and neurology residency at the University of California San Francisco, after which she returned to the east coast for a neuromuscular fellowship at Johns Hopkins and a neurogenetics fellowship in the Neurogenetics Branch at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. She joined the neurology faculty at Johns Hopkins in 2006. Dr. Sumner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Sumner is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology

    Barrow Neuromuscular, MS, MDA, Neuro Ophthalmology

    240 W Thomas Rd, Ste 400, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My mission, along with the St. Joseph Medical Group, is to focus on innovative clinical care and the pursuit of excellence through scholarly activities. This allows me to provide patients with state-of-the-art patient services and exceptional patient experiences. Dr. Ladha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pompe Disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Ladha is board certified in Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology) and Psychiatry & Neurology (Sub: Neuromuscular Medicine). Dr. Ladha is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neurology | Pediatric Neurology

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Floor 5, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Tom Crawford has been a member of the Department of Neurology since 1987. He is co-director of the MDA clinic for Neuromuscular Disorders and Neurologist for the Ataxia Telangiectasia Clinical Center at Johns Hopkins. His practice involves general child neurology with a principal interest in caring for children with neuromuscular, neuromotor, and ataxic disorders. Primary research interests involve the basic science and clinical characterization of two important neurologic disorders that affect children: Spinal Muscular Atrophy and Ataxia Telangiectasia. He is also actively involved in the Biology of neurofilaments by characterization of transgenic animal models. He is on the Medical and Scientific Advisory Boards of Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and the Medical Advisory Committee for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. He is the Neurologist for the Ataxia Telangiectasia Clinical Center at Johns Hopkins, which has evaluated almost half of the known patients with this disorder in the United States. Additional specific clinical interests include evaluation and treatment of children with brachial plexus palsies. Dr. Crawford received his medical degree from the University of Southern California. He completed a pediatric internship and residency at the Pediatric Pavilion of the Los Angeles County / University of Southern California Medical Center, followed by a pediatric chief residency. He completed his training in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology at the Los Angeles Childrens Hospital. He then traveled east to the laboratory of Dr John Griffin at Johns Hopkins for a fellowship in Neuromuscular Disorders. Prior to medical training and Neurology residency, he majored in Psychology and Religion at Yale College. Dr. Crawford has published extensively and presented nationally and internationally. He has an active role in teaching medical students and residents in neurology. In addition, Dr. Crawford has special interest and experience in EMG studies of children and adults. Dr. Crawford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Ataxia-Telangiectasia, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2. Dr. Crawford is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Dignity Health Medical Foundation

    1595 Soquel Dr, Suite 400, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Thanh Vu is a licensed medical professional who specializes in internal medicine. Dr. Vu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Liver, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Vu is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Vu is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    GMC Neurology

    100 North Academy Avenue, 
    Danville, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Friedenberg is a neurologist board certified in neurology, neurophysiology and electromyography by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. His clinical interests include neuromuscular disease (including ALS and muscular dystrophy), electromyography, general neurology and neurologic education. He earned his medical degree from Temple University, and completed his residency and fellowship at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN. Dr. Friedenberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome. Dr. Friedenberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Advanced in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology

    Texas Neurology, P.A.

    6080 N Central Expy, Ste 100, 
    Dallas, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Martin is a graduate of Texas A & M University and received his medical degree from Texas A & M College of Medicine. He completed his neurological training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and at Parkland Hospital where he served as Chief Resident in Neurology from 1987 to 1988. Dr. Martin completed his neuro-muscular fellowship at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. In 1989, he began private practice at Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas. Dr. Martin is the Clinical Director of the Neuromuscular Center at The Institute for Exercise and Environmental Medicine at Presbyterian Hospital, Dallas, Texas. Dr. Martin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Dermatomyositis, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Mitochondrial Complex 2 Deficiency. Dr. Martin is board certified in Neurology- American Board Of Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology/Neuromuscular Medicine, Clinical Neurophysiology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology/Clinical Neurophysiology, Neuromuscular Medicine- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Inc., Clinical Neurophysiology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Inc., Neurology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Inc., Neurology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, and Neuromuscular Medicine- American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Distinguished in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Distinguished in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    Office

    850 Southampton Ave, 
    Norfolk, VA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Crystal Proud is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Proud is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, and Becker Muscular Dystrophy.

    Distinguished in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    Distinguished in X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    Office

    400 E 3rd St, 
    Duluth, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amber Erickson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Duluth, Minnesota. Dr. Erickson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy. She is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis.

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    What is the definition of X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy?

    X-linked infantile spinal muscular atrophy is a condition that affects only boys and is characterized by severe muscle weakness and absent reflexes (areflexia). Affected children often have multiple joint deformities (contractures) from birth that cause joint stiffness (arthrogryposis) and impair movement. In severe cases, affected infants are born with broken bones. The muscle weakness worsens over time; affected children reach some early motor developmental milestones, such as sitting unassisted, but these skills are often lost (developmental regression).

    When should I see a X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy doctor near me?

    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 X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy doctor near me?

    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 X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy doctors near me?

    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 X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy doctors near me?

    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 X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy doctor near me?

    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 X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy 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 X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy doctor near me?

    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 X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy 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 X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy 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 X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy doctors near me?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy 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 X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy 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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