The 20 Best Absence Seizure Doctors Near Me in New York, NY

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The 20 Best Absence Seizure Doctors near New York, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 204 doctor with experience in Absence Seizure near New York, NY. Of these, 161 are Experienced, 32 are Advanced, 9 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Absence Seizure
    Elite in Absence Seizure

    Werner K Doyle M.D. PC

    223 E 34th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Orrin Devinsky is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Devinsky is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dravet Syndrome, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Elite in Absence Seizure
    Elite in Absence Seizure

    Werner K Doyle M.D. PC

    223 E 34th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jacqueline French is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. French is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Absence Seizure.

    Distinguished in Absence Seizure
    Pediatrics
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure
    Pediatrics

    Young Adult Institute Inc

    220 E 42nd St Fl 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Wolf is a Pediatrics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Wolf is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Epilepsy, Seizures, Thrombectomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Family Medicine

    Rwjbh Primary Care Services

    59 Newark St, 
    Hoboken, NJ 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Sejal Jain is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hoboken, New Jersey. Dr. Jain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Muscle Spasms, Epilepsy, Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, and Chronic Pain. Dr. Jain is currently accepting new patients.

    Catherine A. Schevon
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Catherine Schevon is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Schevon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Absence Seizure, and Partial Seizure. Dr. Schevon is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Absence Seizure
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Werner K Doyle M.D. PC

    223 E 34th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Friedman is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Friedman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Distinguished in Absence Seizure
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Neurology - Upper East Side

    520 E 70th St # 607, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Halina White is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. White is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Stroke, Absence Seizure, and Gastrostomy. Dr. White is currently accepting new patients.

    Judith Bluvstein
    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Pediatric Neurology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Third Avenue

    1317 3rd Avenue, 8th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Pediatric Neurologist and Clinical NeurophysiologistDirector of Pediatric Epilepsy Program at Lenox Hill Hospital Northwell HealthDirector of International Pediatric Neurology Program Northwell HealthClinical Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Dr. Bluvstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Myoclonic Epilepsy, West Syndrome, and Epilepsy.

    Derek J. Chong
    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Experienced in Absence Seizure

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Third Avenue

    1317 3rd Avenue, 8th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Derek Chong is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Chong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Encephalitis.

    David J. Langer
    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Neurosurgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Dr. David Langer is Chairman of the Department of Neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital. In 2013 Dr. Langer was recruited to Lenox Hill Hospital as Director of Neurosurgery to begin to build on a vision of not only an outstanding clinical entity in the Neurosciences but to create an entirely new environment for patients and their families. Dr. Langer is a third generation medical doctor and attended the University of Pennsylvania and its medical school. He completed his neurosurgical residency there and joined his chairman, Eugene S. Flamm MD, when he left Penn to embark on the establishment of a new neurosurgical institute in New York City in 1998. He remained in New York City until 2010 when he joined North Shore-LIJ and Dr. Raj Narayan's new academic neurosurgery department in 2010 after completing a neuroendovascular fellowship at SUNY/Buffalo.Dr. Langer has focused the majority of his clinical and academic attention to diseases of the brain vessels and is an internationally recognized expert in cerebral revascularization and cerebral aneurysms. He additionally is recognized as a thought leader and expert in the uses of consumer information technology in the medical space and has lectured on the design and implementation of these technologies.Dr. Langer has published on and spoken both nationally and internationally on vascular disorders such as aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVM) of the brain and is one of the few remaining expert cerebral bypass surgeons in the country. In 2011, Dr. Langer established the Moyamoya Center of New York and embarked on the development of a project focused upon the use of social networking technology and video to enhance the patient experience and improve the medical record. This project has grown into Cirrus Health which continues to disrupt the status quo in patient communication and the current electronic medical record.Dr. Langer has received a number of awards during his training and career including being a ""Top Doctor"" and New York Magazine ""Best Doctor."" He is currently a peer reviewer for the journals Neurosurgery, World Neurosurgery and AANS/Neurosurgeon and is on the medical advisory boards of Box Inc. and Cisco Systems. He is an active member of the AANS and the CNS. Dr. Langer has appeared on CNN, FOX, ABC and CBS as well as the Dr. Oz Show. He has also been frequently quoted in the New York Times and numerous other print news sources.". Dr. Langer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Moyamoya Disease, Brain Aneurysm, Meningioma, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.

    John A. Boockvar
    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Experienced in Absence Seizure

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Boockvar, MD, is the vice chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and director of the department's Brain Tumor Center, the Pituitary/Neuroendocrine Center, and the New York Head and Neck Institute at Lenox Hill and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat hospitals. Dr. Boockvar is a professor of neurological surgery and otolaryngology/head and neck surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He is also an investigator at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, where he directs the Laboratory for Brain Tumor Biology and Therapy. Dr. Boockvar was appointed as an adjunct professor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory thanks to his great advancements in understanding and treating brain cancer. He is also head of experimental therapeutics for Northwell Health, where he helps oversee the oncological research goals for Northwell as a whole. Dr. Boockvar's compassionate cancer care was recently highlighted in the critically acclaimed Netflix docuseries Lenox Hill and Emergency NYC.Dr. Boockvar is internationally known for his surgical expertise and for providing patients with safe, effective and minimally invasive treatment for brain tumors, skull base disorders and disorders of the spine. His surgical expertise is in benign and malignant brain tumors, skull base and endoscopic pituitary surgery, spinal and peripheral nerve tumors, minimally invasive spinal surgery, and complex spinal disorders.Dr. Boockvar has been recognized for his novel research in brain tumors and stem cell biology, and has been named to lists including New York Magazine's Top Docs, Best Doctors in New York-Castle Connolly, New York Super Doctors, America's Top Surgeons, America's Best Doctors, and America's Best Doctors for Cancer. His research has been widely published and he has received numerous national awards, including the Eric Lichtenstein Humanitarian Award from Voices Against Brain Cancer for his compassionate work in treating patients with brain cancer. Dr. Boockvar was elected to the prestigious Academy of Neurological Surgeons and was elected to the Senior Society of the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Boockvar is also an honorary surgeon of the NYPD and the New York State Troopers.Dr. Boockvar received a BA from the University of Pennsylvania. Like his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather before him, Dr. Boockvar received an MD from SUNY Brooklyn-Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Boockvar graduated summa cum laude with Distinction in Research and was medical school class valedictorian. Dr. Boockvar did his surgical internship and neurosurgical residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Boockvar did his NIH-supported post-doctoral research training in Neuro-oncology at the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center. Dr. Boockvar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Randy S. D'amico
    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Experienced in Absence Seizure

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Randy D'Amico, MD, joined Northwell Health's Lenox Hill Hospital in 2019 as a neurosurgeon specializing in skull base and endoscopic procedures. He treats brain and spinal cord tumors using the latest technologies. These include fluorescence-guided resection, which helps surgeons better visualize a tumor within the brain and remove it without damaging surrounding tissue; and advanced neuromonitoring and brain mapping for awake brain and spinal cord surgery. He also uses highly targeted, minimally invasive radiosurgery to treat brain tumors.""Medicine has been a passion since I was young,"" Dr. D'Amico says. ""I think the best part of being a doctor is that you get to help not just patients, but also their loved ones. It's never just one person that you're treating-you're caring for the community that surrounds that person.""After graduating from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. D'Amico completed a neurosurgical residency at New York-Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where he conducted neuro-oncology research in the Bartoli Brain Tumor Laboratory. He received his neuro-oncology fellowship training at Lenox Hill Hospital.Dr. D'Amico values a team approach to care because it ensures that patients are getting second and third opinions about their treatment plans from leading experts in the field of neurosurgery. ""We have amazing doctors who continuously push the envelope in terms of what we can offer patients,"" he says. ""We use cutting-edge technologies that result in great outcomes.""In addition to caring for patients, Dr. D'Amico is assistant professor of neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and hosts Tumor Talk, a webinar series on the latest research published in the Journal of Neuro-Oncology. He is also a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons/Congress of Neurological Surgeons joint section, a group that focuses on the latest developments within subspecialties of neurosurgery. His research interests include fluorescence-guided resection and brachytherapy, the targeted placement of radiation therapy to treat brain metastases.""Overall, neurosurgery is a young field,"" Dr. D'Amico says. ""At Lenox Hill, we're continuously advancing treatment, which means that we're contributing not only to our patient care, but also to the way neurosurgery is performed nationally and internationally.""". Dr. D'amico is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Glioma, Astrocytoma, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Distinguished in Absence Seizure
    Distinguished in Absence Seizure

    Mount Sinai

    1468 Madison Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nathalie Jette is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Jette is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Absence Seizure, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Neurology
    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Neurology

    Office

    10 Union Sq E Frnt 5H, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kyusang Lee is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.

    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery

    The Epilepsy Institute Of New Jersey

    150 Bay Street, 
    Jersey City, NJ 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Ukrainian
    Accepting New Patients

    Luke Tomycz is a General Surgeon and a Neurosurgery provider in Jersey City, New Jersey. Dr. Tomycz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Hydrocephalus, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Tomycz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Experienced in Absence Seizure

    Werner K Doyle M.D. PC

    223 E 34th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patricia Dugan is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Dugan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Partial Seizure, Epilepsy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Neurology
    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Neurology

    Werner K Doyle M.D. PC

    223 E 34th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anli Liu is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Partial Familial Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Experienced in Absence Seizure

    Werner K Doyle M.D. PC

    223 E 34th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Deana Gazzola is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Gazzola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Partial Seizure, Partial Familial Epilepsy, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Experienced in Absence Seizure

    Werner K Doyle M.D. PC

    223 E 34th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Christiana is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Christiana has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Seizures, Encephalitis, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Absence Seizure
    Experienced in Absence Seizure

    Stroke, Critical Care, And Neurohospitalist Program

    520 E 70th St # 607, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Baxter Allen is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Allen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Absence Seizure. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Subdural Hematoma, and Chronic Subdural Hematoma.

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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 near New York, NY?

    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 near New York, NY?

    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 near New York, NY?

    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 near New York, NY?

    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 near New York, NY?

    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 near New York, NY?

    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 near New York, NY?

    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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