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    MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Myotonic Dystrophy near Philadelphia, PA. Of these, 19 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

    Location:
    Philadelphia, PA, US
    27 providers found

    University Of Penn - Medical Group

    330 S 9th St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lauren Elman is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Elman and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, and Myotonic Dystrophy.

    Cardiology | Cardiac Electrophysiology
    Cardiology | Cardiac Electrophysiology

    University Of Penn - Medical Group

    3400 Spruce St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Saman Nazarian is a Cardiologist and a Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nazarian and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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    Lee R. Goldberg
    Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Cardiology | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

    Penn Heart And Vascular Center At Perelman Center For Advanced Medicine

    3400 Civic Center Blvd, East Pavilion 2nd Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 mi)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lee Goldberg is a Cardiologist and an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Goldberg has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Sarcoidosis, Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Goldberg is currently accepting new patients.

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    University Of Penn - Medical Group

    330 S 9th St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Colin Quinn is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Quinn 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, Inclusion Body Myositis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Gastrostomy.

    University Of Penn - Medical Group

    3400 Civic Ctr Blvd, Fl 2, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chafic Karam is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Karam and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Multifocal Motor Neuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, and Laminectomy.

    Anjali T. Owens
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    University Of Penn - Medical Group

    3400 Civic Ctr Blvd, Suite 2, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anjali Owens is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Owens and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Transplant.

    Temple Faculty Practice Plan Inc

    3509 N Broad St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (3.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Terry Heiman-Patterson is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Heiman-Patterson and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Gastrostomy.

    230 N Broad St, Hahnemann University Hospital, Dept. Of Cardiology, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.3 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Plehn is a Cardiologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Plehn and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Hereditary Ataxia, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, and Myotonic Dystrophy.

    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology

    Jefferson University Physicians

    925 Chestnut St, Mezzanine, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sofia Masri is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Masri and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Transplant, and Splenectomy.

    University Of Penn - Medical Group

    3400 Spruce St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Abramoff is a Physiatrist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Abramoff and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

    3400 Spruce St, 1 Maloney, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Neil Masangkay is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Masangkay and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Masangkay is currently accepting new patients.

    University Of Penn - Medical Group

    3400 Spruce St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shawn Bird is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bird and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Brachial Plexopathy, and Thymectomy.

    University Of Penn - Medical Group

    3400 Spruce St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Baer is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Baer and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    University Of Penn - Medical Group

    3400 Civic Ctr Blvd, Suite 2, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janice Pieretti is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pieretti and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Hereditary Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Neurology | Pediatrics
    Neurology | Pediatrics

    University Of Penn - Medical Group

    3400 Civic Ctr Blvd 4th, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Rubenstein is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rubenstein and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Tourette Syndrome, Down Syndrome, Migraine, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), and Gastrostomy.

    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

    Temple Faculty Practice Plan Inc

    3509 N Broad St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (3.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Cooper is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cooper and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Heart Block, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Christiana Care Health Services Inc

    1401 Foulk Rd, Suite 100b, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (21.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Stephens is a Family Medicine provider in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Stephens and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Painful Menstrual Periods, and Cerebral Palsy. Dr. Stephens is currently accepting new patients.

    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

    Clinical Care Associates Of The University Of Pennsylvania Health

    777 Township Line Rd, Suite 200, 
    Yardley, PA 
     (23.9 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Supple is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Yardley, Pennsylvania. Dr. Supple and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine
    708 Long Ln, 
    Upper Darby, PA 
     (5.1 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Groth is an Internal Medicine provider in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. Dr. Groth and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Atrophy, Myotonic Dystrophy, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, and Paramyotonia Congenita.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine
    7600 Central Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (9.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ifeanyi Okam is an Internal Medicine provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Okam and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Moebius Syndrome, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Okam 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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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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