Overview
Kara Steijlen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Detroit, Michigan.
Dr. Steijlen is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Steijlen is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
2799 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202
1961 S Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kara L. Steijlen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kara L. Steijlen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kara L. Steijlen by calling their office at 313-916-2600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kara L. Steijlen a top-rated expert for Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kara L. Steijlen is classified as an Distinguished expert for Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Kara L. Steijlen specialize in?
While Dr. Kara L. Steijlen is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Kara L. Steijlen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kara L. Steijlen has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. You can view a list of Dr. Kara L. Steijlen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kara L. Steijlen accept my insurance?
Dr. Kara L. Steijlen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 313-916-2600 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- Spinal and Bulbar Muscular AtrophyDr. Steijlen isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)Dr. Steijlen isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3Dr. Steijlen isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.
- Advanced
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Coenzyme Q Cytochrome C Reductase Deficiency
- Mitochondrial Complex 1 DeficiencyDr. Steijlen isAdvanced. Learn about Mitochondrial Complex 1 Deficiency.
- Mitochondrial Complex 2 DeficiencyDr. Steijlen isAdvanced. Learn about Mitochondrial Complex 2 Deficiency.
- Mitochondrial Complex 3 DeficiencyDr. Steijlen isAdvanced. Learn about Mitochondrial Complex 3 Deficiency.
- Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency
- PolymyositisDr. Steijlen isAdvanced. Learn about Polymyositis.
- Primary Lateral SclerosisDr. Steijlen isAdvanced. Learn about Primary Lateral Sclerosis.
- Tay-Sachs DiseaseDr. Steijlen isAdvanced. Learn about Tay-Sachs Disease.
- Thymidine Kinase 2 Deficiency (TK2d)Dr. Steijlen isAdvanced. Learn about Thymidine Kinase 2 Deficiency (TK2d).
- Experienced
- Andermann SyndromeDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Andermann Syndrome.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Boucher-Neuhauser SyndromeDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Boucher-Neuhauser Syndrome.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- CAPOS SyndromeDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about CAPOS Syndrome.
- Cardiac AmyloidosisDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Amyloidosis.
- Cerebral Amyloid AngiopathyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy.
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth DiseaseDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.
- Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
- Delta-SarcoglycanopathyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Delta-Sarcoglycanopathy.
- Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian AtrophyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy.
- Distal Median Nerve DysfunctionDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction.
- Distal Myopathy 2Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Distal Myopathy 2.
- DysarthriaDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- DysferlinopathyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Dysferlinopathy.
- Emery-Dreifuss Muscular DystrophyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy.
- Episodic Ataxia with NystagmusDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Episodic Ataxia with Nystagmus.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Foot DropDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Fukuyama Type Muscular DystrophyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Fukuyama Type Muscular Dystrophy.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- HeadacheDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Headache.
- Hereditary AtaxiaDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Ataxia.
- Hereditary Cerebral Amyloid AngiopathyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy.
- Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2
- Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1)Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1).
- Hereditary Spastic ParaparesisDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis.
- Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis
- Inclusion Body MyositisDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Inclusion Body Myositis.
- Infantile Axonal NeuropathyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Infantile Axonal Neuropathy.
- L1 SyndromeDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about L1 Syndrome.
- Memory LossDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- MigraineDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Migraine.
- Miyoshi MyopathyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Miyoshi Myopathy.
- Movement DisordersDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Multifocal Motor NeuropathyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Multifocal Motor Neuropathy.
- Myasthenia GravisDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Myasthenia Gravis.
- NeuralgiaDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID)
- Oculopharyngeal Muscular DystrophyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Primary Localized Cutaneous AmyloidosisDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Primary Localized Cutaneous Amyloidosis.
- Progressive External OphthalmoplegiaDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- Restless Legs SyndromeDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Restless Legs Syndrome.
- SciaticaDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Sciatica.
- SeizuresDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- Sensorimotor PolyneuropathyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy.
- Septic ArthritisDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Septic Arthritis.
- Spastic ParaparesisDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraparesis.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 11Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 11.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 2Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 2.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 3ADr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 3A.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 4Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 4.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 5ADr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 7Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 7.
- Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 1Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 1.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 11Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 11.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 17Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 17.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 27Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 27.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 31.
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 7Dr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 7.
- Stiff Person SyndromeDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Stiff Person Syndrome.
- Subacute Combined DegenerationDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Subacute Combined Degeneration.
- Tension HeadacheDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Tension Headache.
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
- Tomaculous NeuropathyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Tomaculous Neuropathy.
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.
- Troyer SyndromeDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Troyer Syndrome.
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency AnemiaDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.
- Walker-Warburg SyndromeDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about Walker-Warburg Syndrome.
- X-Linked Dominant Scapuloperoneal MyopathyDr. Steijlen isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Dominant Scapuloperoneal Myopathy.
