Neuromuscular Disorders
The Vanderbilt Neuromuscular Disorders Clinic diagnoses and treats adults affected by nerve and muscle disorders. These disorders encompass a wide range of conditions. Our team helps you manage your symptoms and, in some cases, reverse some of the damage caused by your neuromuscular disorder to help you live your best life.
Conditions We Treat
We treat all neuromuscular disorders, including:
- Genetic neuropathies
- Glycogen storage diseases
Meet Your Care Team
William B. BurnetteMD, MS
- Developmental Delay, Difficulty Walking, Neuromuscular Disorders, Neurosciences, Pediatric Neurology, Weakness / Hypotonia
Madhura J. LayfieldMD
- General Neurology, Neurology, Neuromuscular Disorders, Neuromuscular Medicine, Neurosciences
Stephen LayfieldMD
- General Neurology, Neurology, Neuromuscular Disorders, Neuromuscular Medicine, Neurosciences
Amanda C. HicklinFNP-C
- Neuromuscular Disorders, Neurosciences, Pediatric Sleep Disorders, Sleep Disorders, Sleep Medicine
Why Choose Neuromuscular Disorders Care at Vanderbilt
- Skilled clinicians
Our doctors are board certified in neurology and neuromuscular disorders. They have treated these disorders throughout their careers, and they have the knowledge to offer you the most effective treatments.
- Team approach
You’ll have access to a full range of specialists at Vanderbilt who can treat your specific symptoms. Our team works with specialists throughout Vanderbilt, including pulmonologists, social workers, palliative care nurse practitioners, assistive technologists and speech therapy nutritionists.
- Personalized care
We tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique needs and health goals. We help you navigate your treatment options to ensure you receive the best possible care.
- Recognized care
We’re honored to have been designated as a Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)/Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Clinic. Additionally, we’re recognized as a Center of Excellence by the GBS/CIDP Foundation International.
- Clinical trials
Because we are part of an academic medical center, we offer access to some of the most promising new treatments and therapies being tested in clinical trials. Participating in a clinical trial is always optional. Find a clinical trial.
- Online health portal
We want to make your experience as seamless and stress-free as possible. You can use our secure online portal, My Health at Vanderbilt, to send messages to your care team, schedule appointments, manage medications and access your medical records.
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:
- Electrodiagnostic testing
- Genetic counseling
- Skin biopsy
- Speech therapy