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    Last Updated: 03/06/2025

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    MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Myotonic Dystrophy near Boston, MA. Of these, 31 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

    Location:
    Boston, MA, US
    39 providers found

    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thurman Wheeler is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Wheeler and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, Myotonic Dystrophy, Paramyotonia Congenita, and Dystrophinopathy. Dr. Wheeler is currently accepting new patients.

    Brigham And Womens Hospital

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Amato is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Amato and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myositis, Myositis, Polymyositis, Thymectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Amato is currently accepting new patients.

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    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paloma Gonzalez-Perez is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gonzalez-Perez and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, Myotonic Dystrophy, Paramyotonia Congenita, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Dr. Gonzalez-Perez is currently accepting new patients.

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    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    The General Hospital Corporation

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Beth Goldman is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Goldman and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Paramyotonia Congenita, Myotonic Dystrophy, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Goldman is currently accepting new patients.

    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William David is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. David and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. Dr. David is currently accepting new patients.

    Neurology | Physiatry
    Neurology | Physiatry

    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathy Chuang is a Neurologist and a Physiatrist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Chuang and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Brachial Plexopathy, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Foot Drop, and Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction. Dr. Chuang is currently accepting new patients.

    Harvard Medical Faculty Phys At Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Inc

    330 Brookline Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 mi)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Aimee Boegle is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Boegle has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myositis, Myasthenia Gravis, Tension Headache, and Fukuyama Type Muscular Dystrophy. Dr. Boegle is currently accepting new patients.

    Peter J. Zimetbaum
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

    Harvard Medical Faculty Phys At Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Inc

    330 Brookline Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Zimetbaum is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Zimetbaum and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Cardiomyopathy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Zimetbaum is currently accepting new patients.

    Michael M. Givertz
    Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    70 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Givertz is a Cardiologist and an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Givertz and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Givertz is currently accepting new patients.

    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine

    Pratt Neurology Associates Inc

    800 Washington St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Zahra Ayub is a Neurologist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ayub and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Seizures. Dr. Ayub is currently accepting new patients.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    Pratt Medical Group Inc

    800 Washington St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dineli Ahearn is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ahearn and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Cellulitis, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Ahearn is currently accepting new patients.

    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Doreen Ho is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ho and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Inclusion Body Myositis, Myasthenia Gravis, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Dr. Ho is currently accepting new patients.

    Family Medicine | General Practice | Internal Medicine
    Family Medicine | General Practice | Internal Medicine

    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Leong is a Family Medicine specialist and a General Practice provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Leong and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Asthma, Grass Allergy, and Enlarged Prostate (BPH). Dr. Leong is currently accepting new patients.

    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Frankel is a Physiatrist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Frankel and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Cerebral Palsy, Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms. Dr. Frankel is currently accepting new patients.

    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joanne Stein is a Physiatrist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Stein and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Myotonia Congenita, Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis, and Scoliosis. Dr. Stein is currently accepting new patients.

    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amanda Guidon is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Guidon and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy. Dr. Guidon is currently accepting new patients.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    The General Hospital Corporation

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Housman is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Housman and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Celiac Disease, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, and Vertigo. Dr. Housman is currently accepting new patients.

    Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathaniel Robbins is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Robbins and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Peripheral Neuropathy, Andersen-Tawil Syndrome, and Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis. Dr. Robbins is currently accepting new patients.

    Harvard Medical Faculty Phys At Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Inc

    330 Brookline Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patricia Greenstein is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Greenstein and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Cervical Myelopathy, Harding Ataxia, and Spastic Ataxia Charlevoix-Saguenay Type.

    Harvard Medical Faculty Phys At Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Inc

    330 Brookline Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Raynor is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Raynor and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Post Polio Syndrome, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Dr. Raynor is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 03/06/2025

    What is the definition of Myotonic Dystrophy?

    Myotonic dystrophy is part of a group of inherited disorders called muscular dystrophies. It is the most common form of muscular dystrophy that begins in adulthood.

    When should I see a Myotonic Dystrophy doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Myotonic Dystrophy doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Myotonic Dystrophy doctors near Boston, MA?

    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 Myotonic Dystrophy doctors near Boston, MA?

    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 Myotonic Dystrophy doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Myotonic Dystrophy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Myotonic Dystrophy 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 Myotonic Dystrophy doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Myotonic Dystrophy 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 Myotonic Dystrophy 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 Myotonic Dystrophy doctors near Boston, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Myotonic Dystrophy 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 Myotonic Dystrophy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Myotonic Dystrophy 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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