EDS Specialists in Indiana
23 specialists across 12 cities
Indiana is one of the most important states in the country for EDS care. The IU Health EDS & HSD Clinic in Indianapolis, led by Dr. Clair Francomano, is a nationally recognized EDS Society Center of Excellence. With additional Centers of Excellence in Evansville and a Network of Excellence in South Bend, Indiana offers strong geographic coverage.
Indiana also serves as an EDS ECHO hub through IU Health, training providers across the Midwest to better recognize and manage EDS.
Last updated 2026-04-18
EDS Resources in Indiana
- Indiana University Health EDS & HSD Clinic, Indianapolis (EDS Society Center of Excellence, led by Dr. Clair Francomano)
- Forefront Therapy, Evansville (EDS Society Center of Excellence)
- EDS Network of the Midwest, South Bend (EDS Society Network of Excellence)
University Genetics Programs
- Indiana University School of Medicine — Medical Genetics
Support Groups
- Northern Indiana EDS Support Group
- Indianapolis Indy Zebras
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get an EDS diagnosis in Indiana?
Indiana University Health's EDS & HSD Clinic in Indianapolis is an EDS Society Center of Excellence led by Dr. Clair Francomano. Dr. Brad Tinkle at Peyton Manning Children's Hospital handles pediatric cases. Forefront Therapy in Evansville is another Center of Excellence, and the EDS Network of the Midwest in South Bend is a Network of Excellence.
Does Indiana Medicaid cover genetic testing for EDS?
Yes. Indiana Medicaid covers genetic testing for connective tissue disorders when medically necessary. hEDS, the most common type, is diagnosed clinically — genetic testing is used for rarer subtypes like vascular EDS.
What is EDS ECHO and how does it help Indiana patients?
EDS ECHO is an educational program run through IU Health that trains healthcare providers across the Midwest to better recognize and manage EDS. This means more local providers are becoming knowledgeable about EDS, which can reduce the need to travel to Indianapolis for every appointment.
Cities with 2+ Specialists
Specialist Types in Indiana
Common Treatment Areas
Avon, IN (1)
Bloomington, IN (3)
Bloomington Massage & Bodyworks
Bloomington, IN
I specialize in supporting those with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome through ELDOA (an isometric strengthening exercise for ligaments and fascia),...
Patient Physical Therapy
Bloomington, IN
Dr. Ali is focused on persistent pain, pelvic & whole-person primary care. Gender affirming and trauma informed. Low sensory, low or no...
Patient PT
Bloomington, IN
Patient PT is a direct-pay physical therapy clinic offering physical therapy, massage therapy, pelvic floor therapy, and preventative...
Carmel, IN (3)
M2 Physiotherapy
Carmel, IN
M2 Physiotherapy is a manual therapy based clinic with a hands on approach to healing. We use a combination of direct and indirect manual...
OrthoSport Performance Therapy
Carmel, IN
OrthoSport Performance Therapy is committed to an integrated approach of clinical manual and massage therapy, movement, and exercise to...
Relish Health
Carmel, IN
Welcome to Relish Health, a medical practice delivering functional medicine and culinary medicine in Carmel, Indiana. We believe food is...
Danville, IN (1)
Evansville, IN (2)
Forefront Community Therapy
Evansville, IN
Our company has specialized experience with working with individuals living along the hypermobile spectrum. We take pride in treating...
Forefront Therapy
Evansville, IN
Dr. Jessica K Wood, OTD, OTR/L, BCP is Co-Owner of Forefront Therapy and Co-Founder of Forefront Community Therapy. As the Director of...
Fort Wayne, IN (1)
Indianapolis, IN (7)
Fast Track Physical Therapy - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, this other practice focuses on hypermobility and chronic pain. We are a private practice with four...
Indiana Pelvic Pain Specialists
Indianapolis, IN
Compassionate, trauma-informed care for those with chronic pelvic pain without the stress of a complicated medical system. Our team treats...
Indiana University Heath EDS & HSD Clinic
Indianapolis, IN
Medical and molecular genetics specialists at Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health offer comprehensive services for patients with...
IU Health Rheumatology - Eagle Creek
Indianapolis, IN
Physical Therapy and Pilates Fusion classes in the comfort of your home. Specializing in joint hypermobility, EDS, arthritis, and chronic...
Medical Genetics, Peyton Manning Children's Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
See all forms of hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome See pediatric and adult patients Diagnosis and management 20 years clinical...
Root & Fruit Nutrition
Indianapolis, IN
Root and Fruit Nutrition, owned and operated by Sarah Amidon, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCP, combines genetics with nutrition therapy and counseling...
ThrivePointe Counseling, LLC
Indianapolis, IN
It can feel so scary and isolating when you want to take steps towards healing but are unsure how. It can also feel daunting to open up to...