Do I Need an Epileptologist?
Treatment TermsNeurosurgeryNeurological disordersEpilepsy in ChildrenEpilepsyEpilepsy Evaluation and DiagnosisEpilepsy Surgery
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Morgan deBlecourt
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An epileptologist typically works in a designated epilepsy center
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Most people with epilepsy can control their seizures with medication under the supervision of a primary care doctor or general neurologist. However, you may need to see an epileptologist if your seizures are not under control, if you have certain medical considerations, or if you want a second opinion. An epileptologist is a neurologist who specializes in caring for people with epilepsy. They have completed an additional one or two years of subspecialty training in epilepsy care.
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