The 20 Best Familial Periodic Paralysis Doctors in Netherlands

Find the Top Familial Periodic Paralysis Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 18 doctor with experience in Familial Periodic Paralysis near Netherlands. Of these, 14 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Distinguished in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Arnhem, GE, NL 

    Bas Stunnenberg practices practicing medicine in Arnhem, Netherlands. Ms. Stunnenberg is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Potassium-Aggravated Myotonia, Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis, Familial Periodic Paralysis, and Paramyotonia Congenita.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Nijmegen, GE, NL 

    Baziel Van Engelen practices practicing medicine in Nijmegen, Netherlands. Van Engelen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. They are also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD), Paramyotonia Congenita, Myotonic Dystrophy, and Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2.

    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Joost Raaphorst practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Raaphorst is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. They are also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Myositis, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Paramyotonia Congenita.

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    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Advanced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Nijmegen, GE, NL 

    Gert Van Der Wilt practices practicing medicine in Nijmegen, Netherlands. Van Der Wilt is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis, Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Familial Periodic Paralysis, and Paramyotonia Congenita.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Groningen, GR, NL 

    Gea Drost practices practicing medicine in Groningen, Netherlands. Ms. Drost is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Paramyotonia Congenita, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Groningen, GR, NL 

    Thera Links practices practicing medicine in Groningen, Netherlands. Ms. Links is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) Syndrome, Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma, Thyroidectomy, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Querijn Van Bokhorst practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Van Bokhorst is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Polyps, Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis, Familial Periodic Paralysis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Nijmegen, GE, NL 

    Hans Groenewoud practices practicing medicine in Nijmegen, Netherlands. Mr. Groenewoud is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Hyperaldosteronism, Adrenal Gland Adenoma, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Radboud UMC

    Nijmegen, GE, NL 

    Erik-jan Kamsteeg practices practicing medicine in Nijmegen, Netherlands. Kamsteeg is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. They are also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Spasticity, Paraplegia, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Erasmus MC

    Rotterdam, ZH, NL 

    Simon Eaton practices practicing medicine in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Mr. Eaton is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Argininosuccinic Aciduria, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Maastricht, LI, NL 

    Arthur Van Den Wijngaard practices practicing medicine in Maastricht, Netherlands. Mr. Van Den Wijngaard is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Cardiomyopathy, Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Mosaicism, and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis

    Erasmus MC

    Rotterdam, ZH, NL 

    Sophie Van Malderen practices practicing medicine in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Ms. Van Malderen is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Brugada Syndrome, Ventricular Fibrillation, Familial Periodic Paralysis, and Ventricular Tachycardia.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Leiden, ZH, NL 

    Hendrika Ginjaar practices practicing medicine in Leiden, Netherlands. Ginjaar is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis, Potassium-Aggravated Myotonia, and Becker Muscular Dystrophy.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Maastricht, LI, NL 

    Catharina Faber practices practicing medicine in Maastricht, Netherlands. Ms. Faber is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neuralgia, Erythromelalgia, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Paramyotonia Congenita.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Yvonne Poel-Krul practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Ms. Poel-Krul is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Exogenous Cushing's syndrome, Osteoporosis, Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Zaandam, NH, NL 

    Diederik Smit practices practicing medicine in Zaandam, Netherlands. Smit is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Breast Enlargement In Males, Hypogonadism, Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Haarlem, NH, NL 

    Willem De Ronde practices practicing medicine in Haarlem, Netherlands. Mr. De Ronde is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Enlargement In Males, Hypogonadism, Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, and Orchiectomy.

    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Experienced in Familial Periodic Paralysis
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Arthur Wilde practices practicing medicine in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Wilde is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Periodic Paralysis. They are also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Fibrillation, Brugada Syndrome, Long QT Syndrome, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Familial Periodic Paralysis?

    Familial periodic paralysis is a disease characterized by sudden attacks of weakness and paralysis. Weakness is recurrent, affecting mainly the limbs, and is often brought on by exercising or eating too many or too few carbohydrates. There are 4 forms of Familial periodic paralysis: hypokalemic, hyperkalemic, thyrotoxic, and Andersen-Tawil syndrome. In the hypokalemic form, the paralysis is caused by low levels of potassium. In the hyperkalemic form, the paralysis is caused by high levels of potassium in the blood. In the thyrotoxic form, the paralysis is caused by low levels of potassium in the blood and an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism). In Andersen-Tawil syndrome, potassium levels can be high, low, or normal. Genetic changes in the CACNA1S and SCN4A genes cause hypokalemic periodic paralysis. The hyperkalemic form is due to genetic changes in SCN4A gene. The underlying cause of the thyrotoxic form is unknown. Genetic changes in the KCNJ2 gene cause Andersen-Tawil syndrome.

    When should I see a Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor in Netherlands?

    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 Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor in Netherlands?

    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 Familial Periodic Paralysis doctors in Netherlands?

    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 Familial Periodic Paralysis doctors in Netherlands?

    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 Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor in Netherlands?

    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 Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Familial Periodic Paralysis 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 Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor in Netherlands?

    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 Familial Periodic Paralysis 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 Familial Periodic Paralysis 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 Familial Periodic Paralysis doctors in Netherlands?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Familial Periodic Paralysis 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 Familial Periodic Paralysis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Familial Periodic Paralysis 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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