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    MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. Of these, 24 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

    Location:
    Monterey, CA, US
    27 providers found
    Neurology | Emergency Medicine
    Neurology | Emergency Medicine

    County Of Monterey

    1441 Constitution Blvd, 
    Salinas, CA 
     (16.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Johnson is a Neurologist and an Emergency Medicine provider in Salinas, California. Dr. Johnson and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Migraine, Memory Loss, and Seizures.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Dignity Health Medical Foundation

    575 Auto Ctr Dr, 
    Watsonville, CA 
     (23.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gary Zane is a Family Medicine provider in Watsonville, California. Dr. Zane and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Spastic Paraplegia Type 3A, Spastic Paraplegia Type 2, Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome, and Spastic Paraplegia Type 11.

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    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

    Dignity Health Medical Foundation

    1595 Soquel Dr, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (27.3 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Rosenbaum is a Geriatrics specialist and an Internal Medicine provider in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Rosenbaum and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Asthma, Osteopenia, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

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    Physiatry
    Physiatry
    1595 Soquel Dr, Ste 110, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (27.3 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennie Jet is a Physiatrist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Jet and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. Her top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Subdural Hematoma, and Gastrostomy.

    1595 Soquel Dr Ste 140, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (30.2 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Quinn is a Physiatrist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Quinn and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Autonomic Dysreflexia, Osteotomy, and Nephrectomy.

    2516 Samaritan Dr, Suite K, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (45.1 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raul Guisado is a Neurologist in San Jose, California. Dr. Guisado and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Thromboangiitis Obliterans, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Stent Placement.

    County Of Santa Clara

    751 S Bascom Ave, Santa Clava Vly Med, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (49.3 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kazuko Shem is a Physiatrist in San Jose, California. Dr. Shem and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. Her top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Spasticity, Cerebral Palsy, and Neurogenic Bowel.

    County Of Santa Clara

    751 S Bascom Ave, Santa Clava Vly Med, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (49.3 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Huie is a Physiatrist in San Jose, California. Dr. Huie and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Spasticity, Hemiplegia, Cerebral Palsy, and Stroke.

    Stanford Health Care

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (59.6 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jacinda Sampson is a Neurologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Sampson and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. Her top areas of expertise are Oculodentodigital Dysplasia, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, Myotonic Dystrophy, Paramyotonia Congenita, and Thymectomy.

    Alameda Health System

    13855 E 14th St, 
    San Leandro, CA 
     (78.2 mi)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Winkle is a Physiatrist in San Leandro, California. Dr. Winkle has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Spasms, Opisthotonos, Rhabdomyolysis, and Hemiplegia. Dr. Winkle is currently accepting new patients.

    University Of California San Francisco

    2330 Post St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (87.2 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Catherine Hoerth is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hoerth and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
    300 Pasteur Dr, Room A343, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (59.6 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keith Van Haren is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Van Haren and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Spastic Paraplegia Type 11, Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Spastic Paraplegia Type 3A, and Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    Palo Alto Center

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (60.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Kwong is an Internal Medicine provider in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Kwong and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, Hemolytic Anemia, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemolytic Crisis. Dr. Kwong is currently accepting new patients.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Bay Family Medical Group Inc

    50 S San Mateo Dr, Suite 230, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (70.9 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristen Willison is a Family Medicine provider in San Mateo, California. Dr. Willison and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucose Phosphate Isomerase Deficiency, Glucose-Galactose Malabsorption Deficiency, and Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    University Healthcare Alliance

    1133 E Stanley Blvd, Suite 205, 
    Livermore, CA 
     (74.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Alper is an Internal Medicine provider in Livermore, California. Dr. Alper and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Low Sodium Level.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine
    1850 Fairway Dr, 
    San Leandro, CA 
     (77.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lincoln Sison is an Internal Medicine provider in San Leandro, California. Dr. Sison and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Contracture Deformity, Liddle Syndrome, and Pseudohypoaldosteronism Type 2.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    University Healthcare Alliance

    11030 Bollinger Canyon Rd, Suite 250, 
    San Ramon, CA 
     (81.1 mi)
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Seng Foong is a Family Medicine provider in San Ramon, California. Dr. Foong has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Foong is currently accepting new patients.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Livingston Community Health

    1140 Main St, 
    Livingston, CA 
     (84.1 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susan Kraus is a Family Medicine provider in Livingston, California. Dr. Kraus and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Chronic Pain, and Perianal Streptococcal Cellulitis.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Livingston Community Health

    1140 Main St, 
    Livingston, CA 
     (84.1 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Glen Villanueva is a Family Medicine provider in Livingston, California. Dr. Villanueva and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

    505 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (86.1 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adelyn Tu-Chan is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Tu-Chan and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A. Her top areas of expertise are Muscle Spasms, Opisthotonos, Focal Dystonia, and Hemiplegia.

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    Last Updated: 03/06/2025

    What is the definition of Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A?

    Spastic paraplegia type 5A is one of a group of genetic disorders known as hereditary spastic paraplegias. These disorders are characterized by muscle stiffness (spasticity) and severe weakness in the lower limbs (paraplegia). Hereditary spastic paraplegias are often divided into two types: pure and complex. The pure types involve spasticity and weakness only in the lower limbs, while the complex types involve additional problems with other areas of the body; additional features can include changes in vision, changes in intellectual functioning, brain abnormalities, and disturbances in nerve function (neuropathy). Spastic paraplegia type 5A is usually a pure hereditary spastic paraplegia, although complex type features have been reported in some individuals, usually in those who have had the condition for many years.

    When should I see a Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A doctor near me?

    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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A doctor near me?

    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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A doctors near me?

    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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A doctors near me?

    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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A doctor near me?

    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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A doctor near me?

    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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A doctors near me?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A 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 Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A 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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