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ALS & Motor Neuron Disease Specialists in Pennsylvania

35 verified specialists treating als & motor neuron disease are listed for Pennsylvania. Coverage is strongest around Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Cranberry Township. Common hospital affiliations include University of Pennsylvania Hospital, UPMC Shadyside, and Samaritan Albany General Hospital.

Lauren Elman

Lauren Elman, MD

Professor of Neurology, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

Neurology

Philadelphia, PA20+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Shawn Bird

Shawn Bird, MD

Medical Director, Neurodiagnostic Laboratories, Director, Electromyography (EMG) and Evoked Potentials Laboratory, Professor of Neurology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

Neurology

Philadelphia, PA30+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
David Lacomis

David Lacomis, MD

Professor of Neurology and Pathology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine; Chief, Neuromuscular Division, University of Pittsburgh Physicians

Neurology

Pittsburgh, PA30+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Chafic Karam

Chafic Karam, M.D.

Chief, Neuromuscular Division; Professor of Clinical Neurology; Director, ALS and Neuromuscular Center; Director, Neuromuscular Medicine Fellowship Program, OHSU Brain Institute

Neurology

Philadelphia, PA20+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Terry Heiman-Patterson

Terry Heiman-Patterson, MD

Director, Center for Neurodegenerative Disorders, Temple University

Neurology

Philadelphia, PA30+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Colin Quinn

Colin Quinn, MD

Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology

Neurology

Philadelphia, PA15+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Steven Scherer

Steven Scherer, MD

Vice Chair for Academic Development, Department of Neurology; Emeritus Professor of Neurology

Neurology

Philadelphia, PA30+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Eric Lancaster

Eric Lancaster, MD

Associate Professor of Neurology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

Neurology

Cranberry Township, PA20+ years
Neuromuscular MedicineClinical NeurophysiologyNeuro-Ophthalmology
Hristelina Ilieva

Hristelina Ilieva, M.D.

Associate Professor of Neurology; Director, ALS Center

Neurology

Philadelphia, PA20+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Zachary Simmons

Zachary Simmons, MD

Professor and Vice Chair for Research, Department of Neurology; Director, ALS Program

Neurology

Hershey, PA30+ years
Clinical Neurophysiology
Heather Harle

Heather Harle, MD

Neurology

Lancaster, PA20+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
James Sejvar

James Sejvar, M.D.

Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology

Neurology

Mckeesport, PA30+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Lee Harris

Lee Harris, M.D.

Associate Director, Abington Neurosciences Institute

Neurology

Warminster, PA30+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Paula Clemens

Paula Clemens, MD

Professor of Neurology, Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry, Human Genetics, and Pediatrics, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine; Vice Chair, VA Affairs; Chief, Division of Veterans Affairs

Neurology

Pittsburgh, PA30+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Divisha Raheja

Divisha Raheja, MD

Neuromuscular Director, Department of Neurology

Neurology

Bethlehem, PA20+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Anahita Deboo

Anahita Deboo, MD

Professor, Neurology, Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine

Neurology

Fort Washington, PA15+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Atul Mangla

Atul Mangla, MD

Neurology Specialist

Neurology

Carlisle, PA20+ years
Vascular Neurology & StrokeNeuromuscular Medicine
Laurance Smith

Laurance Smith, MD

Neurology

Willow Grove, PA30+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine
Dustin Paul

Dustin Paul, D.O.

Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology

Neurology

Hershey, PA10+ years
Child NeurologyNeuromuscular Medicine
Carly Scatton

Carly Scatton, D.O.

Neurology

Huntingdon Valley, PA10+ years
Neuromuscular Medicine

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is this list of als & motor neuron disease specialists in Pennsylvania built?
This page includes physicians in Convene Health's public directory whose profile lists ALS & Motor Neuron Disease as a clinical focus area and whose practice state is Pennsylvania. Providers are ordered by composite score (research output, peer recognition, frequency of care, and outcomes signals).
What should I look for when choosing a als & motor neuron disease specialist in Pennsylvania?
Start with clinical fit. Compare credentials, hospital affiliations, years of experience, and how the profile describes their approach to als & motor neuron disease. Many of these specialists are concentrated in major medical centers — drill into a specific city below to see who's nearest you.
Are these als & motor neuron disease specialists accepting new patients in Pennsylvania?
Profile detail on availability and accepted insurance varies. Open a specific provider profile to see what they've published about new-patient access, insurance accepted, and typical wait times.
What is ALS & Motor Neuron Disease?
ALS & Motor Neuron Disease is a clinical focus area covered by the specialists listed here. Each provider profile describes their training, sub-specialties, and the conditions they regularly treat — open a profile for the most authoritative description of how that specific physician approaches als & motor neuron disease care.