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    MediFind found 41 doctor with experience in Myotonic Dystrophy near North Carolina, US. Of these, 27 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

    Location:
    North Carolina, US
    41 providers found
    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Duke University Affiliated Physicians Inc

    10211 Alm St, Suite 1100, 
    Raleigh, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michele Nacouzi is a Family Medicine provider in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Nacouzi and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Defective Apolipoprotein B-100. Dr. Nacouzi is currently accepting new patients.

    Pediatric Cardiology | Cardiology | Pediatrics
    Pediatric Cardiology | Cardiology | Pediatrics

    Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Camitta is a Pediatric Cardiologist and a Cardiologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Camitta and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Valves Agenesis, Tetralogy of Fallot, Pulmonary Atresia, and Myotonic Dystrophy. Dr. Camitta is currently accepting new patients.

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    Cardiology | Cardiac Electrophysiology
    Cardiology | Cardiac Electrophysiology

    Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

    2351 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tristram Bahnson is a Cardiologist and a Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Bahnson and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Ectopic Heartbeat, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Bahnson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Novant Health Medical Group Coastal Region LLC

    1509 Doctors Cir, Bldg C, 
    Wilmington, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alyson Hommel is a Neurologist in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Hommel and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Dysferlinopathy, and Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD). Dr. Hommel is currently accepting new patients.

    Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shruti Raja is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Raja 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, Mitochondrial Complex 3 Deficiency, Mitochondrial Complex 1 Deficiency, and Thymectomy. Dr. Raja is currently accepting new patients.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Atrium Health North Market Network LLC

    4525 Cameron Valley Pkwy, Suite 4100d, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Goodman is a Family Medicine provider in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Goodman and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Goodman is currently accepting new patients.

    Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Kannada
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bharathi Upadhya is a Cardiologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Upadhya and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Pacemaker Implantation, and Atherectomy. Dr. Upadhya is currently accepting new patients.

    Wake Forest University Health Sciences

    Medical Ctr Blvd, 
    Winston Salem, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Swedish, Thai
    Accepting New Patients

    Araya Puwanant is a Neurologist in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Puwanant and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, Myotonic Dystrophy, Paramyotonia Congenita, and Myasthenia Gravis. Dr. Puwanant is currently accepting new patients.

    Neurology | Sleep Medicine | Psychiatry
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine | Psychiatry

    Carolinas Medical Center

    1237 Harding Pl, Suite 3300, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Urvi Desai is a Neurologist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Desai has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Dysferlinopathy, and Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD). Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

    Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vern Juel is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Juel and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Meige Syndrome, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, and Thymectomy. Dr. Juel is currently accepting new patients.

    1010 Edgehill Rd N, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Brooks is a Neurologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Brooks and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Gastrostomy.

    Wake Forest University Health Sciences

    500 Shepherd St, 
    Winston Salem, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Cartwright is a Neurologist in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Cartwright and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Mononeuritis Multiplex, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome. Dr. Cartwright is currently accepting new patients.

    University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Vinay Chaudhry is a Neurologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Chaudhry and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Myasthenia Gravis, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Chaudhry is currently accepting new patients.

    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

    Wake Forest University Health Sciences

    4614 Country Club Rd, 
    Winston Salem, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tony Simmons is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Simmons and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), His Bundle Tachycardia, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Pacemaker Implantation, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Simmons is currently accepting new patients.

    Wake Forest University Health Sciences

    500 Shepherd St, 
    Winston Salem, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Caress is a Neurologist in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Caress and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. Dr. Caress is currently accepting new patients.

    University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rebecca Traub is a Neurologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Traub and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy, Chronic Demyelinizing Neuropathy with IgM Monoclonal, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy. Dr. Traub is currently accepting new patients.

    Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Hobson-Webb is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hobson-Webb and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Andersen-Tawil Syndrome. Dr. Hobson-Webb is currently accepting new patients.

    Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

    2351 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jordan Mayberry is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Mayberry and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Infantile Axonal Neuropathy, Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, and Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2. Dr. Mayberry is currently accepting new patients.

    Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Karissa Gable is a Neurologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gable has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis. Dr. Gable is currently accepting new patients.

    University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kristopher Karvelas is a Physiatrist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Karvelas and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Axillary Nerve Dysfunction, Sciatica, Inclusion Body Myositis, and Scoliosis. Dr. Karvelas 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 in North Carolina, US?

    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 in North Carolina, US?

    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 in North Carolina, US?

    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 in North Carolina, US?

    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 in North Carolina, US?

    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 in North Carolina, US?

    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 in North Carolina, US?

    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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