Overview
Dr. Lopez Chacon is a pediatric neurologist at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida. He specializes in neuromuscular medicine, any problems with the nerve, muscle or their connections, treating conditions such as spinal muscular atrophy, myasthenia gravis and muscular dystrophies. He also performs electromyography and nerve conductions studies in children of all ages. He joined the hospital staff in 2024. He was previously division chief of pediatric neuromuscular medicine at Boys Town National Research Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Lopez Chacon earned his medical degree from Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador — School of Medicine. He completed a pediatric residency at John Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County in Illinois. He completed a residency in child neurology at Ann and Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. He then completed a pediatric neuromuscular medicine fellowship at Northwestern Memorial Hospital/Ann and Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. He speaks English and Spanish.
His top areas of expertise are Primary Lateral Sclerosis and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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601 5th Street South, Suite 560, Suite 560, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
601 5th Street South, Suite 230, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Matias L. Chacon
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Matias L. Chacon?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Matias L. Chacon by calling their office at 727-767-8181. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Matias L. Chacon a top-rated expert for Primary Lateral Sclerosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Matias L. Chacon is classified as an Experienced expert for Primary Lateral Sclerosis, 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. Matias L. Chacon specialize in?
While Dr. Matias L. Chacon is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Matias L. Chacon participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Matias L. Chacon has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Primary Lateral Sclerosis. You can view a list of Dr. Matias L. Chacon's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Matias L. Chacon accept my insurance?
Dr. Matias L. Chacon accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 727-767-8181 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Primary Lateral SclerosisDr. Chacon isExperienced. Learn about Primary Lateral Sclerosis.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)Dr. Chacon isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).