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    MediFind found 152 doctor with experience in Absence Seizure near Illinois, US. Of these, 126 are Experienced, 25 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    152 providers found
      Stasia Rouse
      Experienced in Absence Seizure
      Experienced in Absence Seizure

      Advocate Medical Group Neurology

      1875 Dempster St, Ste 625/660, 
      Park Ridge, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Stasia Rouse is a Neurologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Rouse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Seizures, Hiccups, and Partial Familial Epilepsy.

      Stephan U. Schuele
      Distinguished in Absence Seizure
      Distinguished in Absence Seizure
      259 E Erie St Ste 1900, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      30+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephan Schuele is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Schuele has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Awake Craniotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Experienced in Absence Seizure
      Experienced in Absence Seizure

      Loyola University Medical Center

      2160 S 1st Ave, 
      Maywood, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Antonio Iglesias is a Neurologist in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Iglesias is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Primary Progressive Aphasia, and Partial Familial Epilepsy. Dr. Iglesias is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Absence Seizure
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Absence Seizure
      Neurosurgery

      The University Of Chicago Medical Center

      5841 S Maryland Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French, German
      Accepting New Patients

      Issam Awad is a Neurosurgery provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Awad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Cavernous Malformation, Hemangioma, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Awad is currently accepting new patients.

      Mohamed A. Katerji
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Advanced in Absence Seizure

      Katerji Pediatric Neurology & Associates, SC

      1220 Iroquois Ave, 
      Naperville, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mohamed Katerji is a Neurologist in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Katerji is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Athetosis, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

      Kapil Gururangan
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      259 E Erie St Ste 1900, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      8+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kapil Gururangan is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gururangan has been practicing medicine for over 8 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Absence Seizure, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

      Ahmir H. Khan
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Advanced in Absence Seizure

      Northwest Neurology, Ltd

      22285 N Pepper Rd, 
      Lake Barrington, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Ahmir Khan is a Neurologist in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Khan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Peripheral Neuropathy, Essential Tremor, and Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.

      Igor J. Koralnik
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Advanced in Absence Seizure

      Regenstein Center For Neurological Care - Lavin Family Pavilion

      259 E Erie St, Ste 1900, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Igor Koralnik is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Koralnik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are CACH Syndrome, Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, Encephalitis, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization. Dr. Koralnik is currently accepting new patients.

      Matthew C. Tate
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Neurosurgery
      675 N St Clair St Ste 20-100, Galter Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      20+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Matthew Tate is a Neurosurgery provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tate has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Brain Tumor, Astrocytoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Pediatric Neurology
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Pediatric Neurology
      225 E Chicago Ave, Lurie Children's Hospital, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sunila Oconnor is a Pediatric Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Oconnor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Status Epilepticus, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Seizures, and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence.

      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Advanced in Absence Seizure

      Loyola University Medical Center

      1 S260 Summit Ave, 
      Oakbrook Terrace, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jorge Asconape is a Neurologist in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. Dr. Asconape is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Partial Seizure, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Asconape is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Advanced in Absence Seizure

      The University Of Chicago

      5841 S Maryland Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German, Hindi, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Hiba Haider is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Haider is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Status Epilepticus, Epilepsy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Haider is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Pediatric Neurology
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Pediatric Neurology
      225 E Chicago Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Joanna Garcia-Pierce is a Pediatric Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Garcia-Pierce is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Partial Seizure, Absence Seizure, and Epilepsy in Children.

      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      225 E Chicago Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Bieber is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bieber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Partial Seizure, Athetosis, and Seizures.

      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Advanced in Absence Seizure

      The University Of Chicago Medical Center

      5841 S Maryland Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      James Tao is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Memory Loss. Dr. Tao is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics
      25 North Winfield Road, Pediatric Outpatient Center East Clinic, 
      Winfield, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Polish

      Diana Sieciechowicz is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Winfield, Illinois. Dr. Sieciechowicz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Partial Seizure, and Absence Seizure.

      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Pediatric Neurology
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Pediatric Neurology
      225 E Chicago Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Polish, Spanish

      Dina Soloveychik is a Pediatric Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Soloveychik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Partial Seizure, Seizures, Absence Seizure, and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence.

      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics
      5721 S Maryland Ave, Mc 8016, K155, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Afsaneh Talai is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Talai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS).

      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      259 E Erie St Ste 1900, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      23+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Elizabeth Gerard is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gerard has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Status Epilepticus, and Susac Syndrome.

      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      Advanced in Absence Seizure
      675 N St Clair St Ste 20-100, Galter Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jessica Templer is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Templer has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Susac Syndrome, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Awake Craniotomy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Illinois, US?

      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 Illinois, US?

      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 does MediFind rank Absence Seizure doctors in Illinois, US?

      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 Illinois, US?

      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 Illinois, US?

      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 Illinois, US?

      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 Illinois, US?

      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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