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Neurology and Neurosurgery

Diabetic Neuropathy Clinic

Johns Hopkins neuropathy experts know the potentially debilitating effects of diabetic neuropathy and other nerve disorders. Our team will work with you to create a tailored treatment plan for diabetic neuropathy, as well as connect you with our network of experts to manage diabetes and other underlying conditions. Our main diabetic neuropathy clinic is located at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, but we also have neuropathy experts across other Johns Hopkins locations.

Request an Appointment: 410-502-2909

About Diabetic Neuropathy

Diabetes can affect peripheral sensory and motor nerves, thoracic nerves, cranial nerves, or autonomic nerves, manifesting itself in multiple ways. Many people who develop neuropathy don’t even know they have diabetes.

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Diabetic Neuropathy: Why Choose Johns Hopkins

  • Our experienced professionals provide comprehensive evaluations using the latest diagnostic techniques and treatment options to help patients get back on their feet and maintain their quality of life.
  • Our multi-specialty team creates a customized treatment plan for each patient, including physical therapy and podiatry referrals.
  • Johns Hopkins is one of a few places in the U.S. that uses treatments such as botulinum toxin injections and spinal stimulators to successfully treat neuropathy. Our patients have access to other treatments, including new medications to control symptoms, procedures to alleviate pain and techniques to promote nerve growth.
  • We offer diabetes management consultation, education and access to the latest clinical trials and pain management services.

Diabetic Neuropathy Treatment at Johns Hopkins

Patients at Johns Hopkins have access to cutting-edge therapies for diabetic neuropathy. Specialists in neurology, diabetes management and physical therapy work with each patient to create a customized treatment plan that includes:

  • Optimum control of diabetes to prevent further nerve damage, developed by experts from the Johns Hopkins Comprehensive Diabetes Center. This can be achieved through a combination of diet, exercise, weight loss and medications that help reduce blood glucose levels and insulin resistance.
  • Pain management with anti-seizure medications, botulinum toxin injections, antidepressants, and other drugs and therapies. In cases of severe pain, patients may be referred to the Blaustein Pain Treatment Center for a multi-specialty approach to pain management.

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Our Diabetic Neuropathy Specialists

Michael J. Polydefkis, MD

Xiaoling Li Sr., PA

Physician Assistant
Expertise: neurological disorders, evaluation and treatment of peripheral neuropathy

Meet our peripheral nerve team 

Appointment Information

To schedule an appointment for a diabetic neuropathy consultation, call Jennie Ichniowski at 410-502-2909. It will be helpful (but not required) to have your physician referral and recent test results available. After scheduling your appointment, you may fax test results to 410-502-5560.

Before Your First Appointment

Please complete these forms and bring them with you to your first appointment. If you have questions or need assistance, please call 410-502-2909.