Metachromatic leukodystrophy care at Mayo Clinic
Your Mayo Clinic care team
At Mayo Clinic, a team of doctors trained in nervous system conditions (neurologists), genetic disorders (medical geneticists) and other specialties work together as a team to care for people with metachromatic leukodystrophy.
Mayo Clinic builds a team of specialists who take the time to listen and fully understand your personal health issues and concerns. We design your care plan to meet your unique health care needs. Trust in our specialists to provide you with the best possible outcomes, safety and service.
As part of the Mayo Clinic's Children's Center, highly skilled experts assess, diagnose and treat children. This comprehensive health care team delivers personalized, effective treatment in a family-friendly environment.
Mayo Clinic staff offers various resources, education and information for your family. You and your family may also work with a genetic counselor.
Advanced diagnosis and treatment
Mayo Clinic doctors will work with you to create the right treatment program to meet your needs and preferences. You'll receive state-of-the-art care and have access to the latest treatments for metachromatic leukodystrophy.
Follow-up care
Mayo Clinic doctors will coordinate your follow-up care with your primary doctor. You or your child will be monitored for changes in movement, swallowing, communication, behavior and other functions. Doctors will also provide comprehensive care and can treat any other medical conditions.
Expertise and rankings
Mayo Clinic neurologists and other specialists are experienced in caring for people with metachromatic leukodystrophy. Mayo Clinic experts evaluate and treat more than 40 people with metachromatic leukodystrophy each year.
Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, and Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, are ranked among the Best Hospitals for neurology and neurosurgery in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings.
Through constant work on innovation and medical research, Mayo Clinic is dedicated to finding solutions to improve your care and quality of life. Your doctor or someone on your medical team is likely involved in research on metachromatic leukodystrophy.
Mayo Clinic Children's Center
Highly skilled pediatric experts diagnose and treat all types of conditions in children. As a team, we work together to find answers, set goals and develop a treatment plan tailored to your child's needs.
Learn more about the Children's Center.
Locations, travel and lodging
Mayo Clinic has major campuses in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona; Jacksonville, Florida; and Rochester, Minnesota. The Mayo Clinic Health System has dozens of locations in several states.
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Costs and insurance
Mayo Clinic works with hundreds of insurance companies and is an in-network provider for millions of people.
In most cases, Mayo Clinic doesn't require a physician referral. Some insurers require referrals or may have additional requirements for certain medical care. All appointments are prioritized on the basis of medical need.
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Please contact your insurance company to verify medical coverage and to obtain any needed authorization prior to your visit. Often, your insurer's customer service number is printed on the back of your insurance card.