The 20 Best Absence Seizure Doctors in Canada

Find the Top Absence Seizure Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 465 doctor with experience in Absence Seizure near Canada. Of these, 408 are Experienced, 47 are Advanced and 10 are Distinguished.

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    Terrance P. Snutch
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Terrance P. Snutch
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Terrance P. Snutch
    Vancouver, BC, CA 

    Terrance Snutch practices in Vancouver, Canada. Mr. Snutch is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, Sporadic Hemiplegic Migraine, Absence Seizure, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Massimo Avoli
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Massimo Avoli
    3801 University Street, H3A 2B4, 
    Montreal, QC, CA 

    Massimo Avoli practices in Montreal, Canada. Mr. Avoli is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Absence Seizure, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Maxime C. Levesque
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Maxime C. Levesque
    3801 University Street, H3A 2B4, 
    Montreal, QC, CA 

    Maxime Levesque practices in Montreal, Canada. Mr. Levesque is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Absence Seizure, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

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    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Jean Gotman
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Jean Gotman
    Montreal, QC, CA 

    Jean Gotman practices in Montreal, Canada. Ms. Gotman is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Absence Seizure, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Jorge G. Burneo
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Jorge G. Burneo
    339 Windermere Road, 
    London, ON, CA 

    Jorge Burneo practices in London, Canada. Mr. Burneo is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Absence Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Hiroshi Otsubo
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Hiroshi Otsubo
    555 University Ave, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Hiroshi Otsubo practices in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Otsubo is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Cortical Dysplasia, Epilepsy in Children, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Samuel A. Wiebe
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Samuel A. Wiebe
    103 Hospital Drive, 
    Saskatoon, SK, CA 

    Samuel Wiebe practices in Saskatoon, Canada. Mr. Wiebe is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Absence Seizure, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Seizures.

    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Francois Dubeau
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Francois Dubeau
    3801 Rue University, 
    Montreal, QC, CA 

    Francois Dubeau practices in Montreal, Canada. Mr. Dubeau is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Polymicrogyria, Seizures, and Cortical Dysplasia.

    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Robyn N. Whitney
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Robyn N. Whitney
    Hamilton, ON, CA 

    Robyn Whitney practices in Hamilton, Canada. Ms. Whitney is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Epilepsy, Spasmus Nutans, and Seizures.

    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Grace C. Teskey
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Grace C. Teskey
    Calgary, AB, CA 

    Grace Teskey practices in Calgary, Canada. Ms. Teskey is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Absence Seizure, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Vasoconstriction, and Lung Transplant.

    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Peter L. Carlen
    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Peter L. Carlen
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Peter Carlen practices in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Carlen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Absence Seizure, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Stuart M. Cain
    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Stuart M. Cain
    219-2185 East Mall, V6T 1Z4, 
    Vancouver, BC, CA 

    Stuart Cain practices in Vancouver, Canada. Mr. Cain is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, Sporadic Hemiplegic Migraine, Familial Hemiplegic Migraine, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Anita N. Datta
    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Anita N. Datta
    BC, CA 

    Anita Datta practices in Canada. Ms. Datta is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, and Seizures.

    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Danielle M. Andrade
    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Danielle M. Andrade
    399 Bathurst Street, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Danielle Andrade practices in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Andrade is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, Epilepsy, Seizures, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Wendie N. Marks
    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Wendie N. Marks
    GB33, 107 Wiggins Road, S7N 5E5, 
    Prince Albert, SK, CA 

    Wendie Marks practices in Prince Albert, Canada. Ms. Marks is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, Absence Seizure, Epilepsy, and Seizures.

    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Richard A. Wennberg
    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Richard A. Wennberg
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Richard Wennberg practices in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Wennberg is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Encephalitis, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Mary B. Connolly
    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Mary B. Connolly
    Vancouver, BC, CA 

    Mary Connolly practices in Vancouver, Canada. Ms. Connolly is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Seizures, and Absence Seizure.

    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Philippe M. Campeau
    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Philippe M. Campeau
    Centre Hospitalier Universitaire St. Justine Research Center, 
    Montreal, QC, CA 

    Philippe Campeau practices in Montreal, Canada. Mr. Campeau is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are DOOR Syndrome, Argininosuccinic Aciduria, Craniofacial-Deafness-Hand Syndrome, and Micrognathia.

    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    John G. Howland
    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    John G. Howland
    GB33, 107 Wiggins Road, S7N 5E5, 
    Prince Albert, SK, CA 

    John Howland practices in Prince Albert, Canada. Mr. Howland is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, Schizophrenia, Absence Seizure, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Taufik A. Valiante
    Advanced in Absence Seizure

    Taufik A. Valiante
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Taufik Valiante practices in Toronto, Canada. Valiante is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Their top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Absence Seizure, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Absence Seizure?

    An absence seizure is the term for a type of seizure involving staring spells. This type of seizure is a brief (usually less than 15 seconds) change in awareness due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

    When should I see an Absence Seizure doctor in Canada?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Absence Seizure doctor in Canada?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How do I find the best Absence Seizure doctor in Canada?

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    How does MediFind rank Absence Seizure doctors in Canada?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Absence Seizure doctors in Canada?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Absence Seizure doctor in Canada?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Absence Seizure doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Absence Seizure doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Absence Seizure doctor in Canada?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Absence Seizure doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Absence Seizure doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Absence Seizure doctors in Canada?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Absence Seizure doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Absence Seizure doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Absence Seizure doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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