Overview
I moved to Richmond to finish my residency and fellowship training and fell in love with the city. Our family enjoys all four seasons in Virginia and participates in a wide variety of outdoor adventures. My interests include neuromuscular and neurodegenerative disease such as ALS, peripheral neuropathy, myasthenia gravis, Alzheimer’s and sports related concussions. I look forward to helping my patients improve their lives for years to come.
Dr. Vota is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Peripheral Neuropathy, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1), and Thrombectomy.
Dr. Vota is board certified in (Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurology), (Psychiatry & Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine), and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Vota is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
8266 Atlee Road, Suite 330, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
1510 North 28th Street, Suite 110, Richmond, VA 23223
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.
2 Clinical Trials
VCU Health Massey Pharmacy
Brian Berman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Berman is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Berman is currently accepting new patients.
VCU Health - Ambulatory Care Center
Kelly Gwathmey is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Gwathmey is highly rated in 52 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Gastrostomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Gwathmey is currently accepting new patients.
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Authority
Claudia Testa is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Henrico, Virginia. Dr. Testa is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Huntington Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Chorea, and Movement Disorders. Dr. Testa is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Scott A. Vota
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Scott A. Vota?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Scott A. Vota by calling their office at 804-325-8720. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Scott A. Vota a top-rated expert for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Scott A. Vota is classified as an Distinguished expert for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), 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. Scott A. Vota specialize in?
While Dr. Scott A. Vota is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Peripheral Neuropathy, and Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Scott A. Vota participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Scott A. Vota has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). You can view a list of Dr. Scott A. Vota's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Scott A. Vota accept my insurance?
Dr. Scott A. Vota accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 804-325-8720 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)
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Vota isDistinguished. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Advanced
- Andermann SyndromeDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Andermann Syndrome.
- Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth DiseaseDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Dopa-Responsive DystoniaDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Dopa-Responsive Dystonia.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- DystrophinopathyDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Dystrophinopathy.
- Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia
- Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1)
- Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy
- Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
- Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1B
- Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A
- Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2B
- Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C
- Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I
- Myasthenia GravisDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Myasthenia Gravis.
- Myotonic DystrophyDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Myotonic Dystrophy.
- Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2Dr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2.
- Paramyotonia CongenitaDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Paramyotonia Congenita.
- Primary Lateral SclerosisDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Primary Lateral Sclerosis.
- Riboflavin Transporter Deficiency Neuronopathy
- Sensorimotor PolyneuropathyDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy.
- Septic ArthritisDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Septic Arthritis.
- Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)Dr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3
- Tomaculous NeuropathyDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about Tomaculous Neuropathy.
- VEXAS SyndromeDr. Vota isAdvanced. Learn about VEXAS Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- ApoplexyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Bacterial MeningitisDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Meningitis.
- Becker Muscular DystrophyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Becker Muscular Dystrophy.
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- Brain TumorDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- Cerebral PalsyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- Chronic PolyradiculoneuritisDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.
- Coenzyme Q Cytochrome C Reductase Deficiency
- Common Peroneal Nerve DysfunctionDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction.
- Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
- DeliriumDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- Delta-SarcoglycanopathyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Delta-Sarcoglycanopathy.
- DermatomyositisDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Distal Myopathy 2Dr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Distal Myopathy 2.
- DysarthriaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- DysferlinopathyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Dysferlinopathy.
- DysgraphiaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Dysgraphia.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- Emery-Dreifuss Muscular DystrophyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy.
- EncephalitisDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Encephalitis.
- EpendymomaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- EpilepsyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Essential TremorDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Essential Tremor.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Foot DropDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Fukuyama Type Muscular DystrophyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Fukuyama Type Muscular Dystrophy.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- GlioblastomaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- Guillain-Barre SyndromeDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Guillain-Barre Syndrome.
- HeadacheDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Headache.
- HemiplegiaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Hemiplegia.
- Hereditary AtaxiaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Ataxia.
- Hereditary Neuralgic AmyotrophyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy.
- Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2
- Hereditary Spastic ParaparesisDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis.
- Inclusion Body MyositisDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Inclusion Body Myositis.
- Infantile Axonal NeuropathyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Infantile Axonal Neuropathy.
- L1 SyndromeDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about L1 Syndrome.
- Lambert-Eaton SyndromeDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Lambert-Eaton Syndrome.
- Macrophagic MyofasciitisDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Macrophagic Myofasciitis.
- Memory LossDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- MigraineDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Migraine.
- Miller-Fisher SyndromeDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Miller-Fisher Syndrome.
- Mitochondrial Complex 1 DeficiencyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Mitochondrial Complex 1 Deficiency.
- Mitochondrial Complex 2 DeficiencyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Mitochondrial Complex 2 Deficiency.
- Mitochondrial Complex 3 DeficiencyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Mitochondrial Complex 3 Deficiency.
- Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency
- Miyoshi MyopathyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Miyoshi Myopathy.
- Mononeuritis MultiplexDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Mononeuritis Multiplex.
- Movement DisordersDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Multifocal Motor NeuropathyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Multifocal Motor Neuropathy.
- Multiple MononeuropathyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Mononeuropathy.
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)Dr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
- Myoclonus-DystoniaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Myoclonus-Dystonia.
- MyositisDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Myositis.
- NeuralgiaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- Oculopharyngeal Muscular DystrophyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy.
- Oppenheim DystoniaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Oppenheim Dystonia.
- ParaplegiaDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Paraplegia.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- PolymyositisDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Polymyositis.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)
- Progressive Hemifacial AtrophyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy.
- Radial Nerve DysfunctionDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Radial Nerve Dysfunction.
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)Dr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).
- SeizuresDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- Spastic Diplegia Infantile TypeDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type.
- Spastic ParaparesisDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraparesis.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 11Dr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 11.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 2Dr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 2.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 3ADr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 3A.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 4Dr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 4.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 5ADr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 7Dr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 7.
- Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2Dr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
- Status EpilepticusDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Status Epilepticus.
- Stiff Person SyndromeDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Stiff Person Syndrome.
- StrokeDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- ThrombectomyDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Troyer SyndromeDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Troyer Syndrome.
- Walker-Warburg SyndromeDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about Walker-Warburg Syndrome.
- X-Linked Dominant Scapuloperoneal Myopathy
- X-Linked Dystonia-ParkinsonismDr. Vota isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism.
- X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy