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Neuromyelitis Optica SpecialistsPage 2

35 verified specialists treating neuromyelitis optica from across the United States are listed on this page. Top affiliations among the highest-ranked specialists include University of Utah Hospital, University of Virginia Health System, and NYU Langone Hospitals. Drill into a state below to find specialists nearer to you, or compare individual profiles for credentials, focus areas, and clinical depth.

Brian Weinshenker

Brian Weinshenker, M.D.

Professor, Neurology, University of Virginia

Neurology

Charlottesville, VA30+ years
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Ilya Kister

Ilya Kister, M.D.

Professor

Neurology

New York, NY20+ years
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Edith Graham

Edith Graham, MD

Assistant Professor

Neurology

Chicago, IL9 years
Behavioral Neurology & DementiaMultiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Kristin Galetta

Kristin Galetta, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor, Adult Neurology

Neurology

Stanford, CA10+ years
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Robert Naismith

Robert Naismith, MD

Professor of Neurology

Neurology

St Louis, MO20+ years
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Shailee Shah

Shailee Shah, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

Neurology

Winfield, IL10+ years
Behavioral Neurology & DementiaMultiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Ahmed Obeidat

Ahmed Obeidat, M.D., P.H.D

Associate Professor in Neurology

Neurology

Milwaukee, WI15+ years
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Allen Gee

Allen Gee, MD, PHD

Neurology

Cody, WY30+ years
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Stanley Cohan

Stanley Cohan, M.D.

Neurology

Neurology

Portland, OR
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Samuel Newell

Samuel Newell, M.D.

Neurology

Tupelo, MS30+ years
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Natalie Bartnik

Natalie Bartnik, DO

Director, Multiple Sclerosis Center

Neurology

Kansas City, KS6 years
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Francisco Gomez

Francisco Gomez, M.D.

Neurology

Rapid City, SD10+ years
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Mark Fletcher

Mark Fletcher, M.D.

Neurology

Tupelo, MS30+ years
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Sara Qureshi

Sara Qureshi, M.D

Director, MS/Neuro-immunology Program, Billings Clinic

Neurology

Billings, MT15+ years
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology
Mark Anderson

Mark Anderson, MD

Neurology

Jackson, MS15+ years
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is this national list of neuromyelitis optica specialists built?
This page includes physicians in Convene Health's public directory whose profile lists Neuromyelitis Optica as a clinical focus area, ranked by composite score (research output, peer recognition, frequency of care, and outcomes signals). Each profile is sourced from the NPI registry, peer-reviewed publication data, board certification records, and the physician's own bio where available.
What should I look for when choosing a neuromyelitis optica specialist?
Start with clinical fit — the right specialist for neuromyelitis optica depends on the specific subtype and severity of your condition. Compare credentials, hospital affiliations, years of experience, peer-reviewed publications, and how the profile describes their approach. Many top specialists are concentrated at academic medical centers; if you have flexibility on location, the top of this list is a strong starting set.
Are these neuromyelitis optica specialists accepting new patients?
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. Coverage details can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What is Neuromyelitis Optica?
Neuromyelitis Optica 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 neuromyelitis optica care.
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