The 20 Best Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures Doctors in The United States

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 56 doctor with experience in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures near The United States. Of these, 51 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Elite in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    6550 Fannin St Ste 1801, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Cooper is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Cooper is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures, Epilepsy, West Syndrome, and Seizures.

    Distinguished in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Neurology
    Distinguished in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Neurology

    Office

    505 Parnassus Ave # M798, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Cilio is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cilio is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures.

    Distinguished in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Distinguished in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures

    Baystate Wing Hospital

    40 Wright St, 
    Palmer, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Donald Blair is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palmer, Massachusetts. Dr. Blair is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Myotonic Dystrophy, and Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2.

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    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    1000 Johnson Fy Rd Ne, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Juliet Bishop is a Neonatologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Bishop is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atresia of Small Intestine, Polyhydramnios, Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures, and Premature Infant. Dr. Bishop is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Advanced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures

    Boston Children's Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Annapurna Poduri is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Poduri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. She is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Cortical Dysplasia, and Polymicrogyria.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Neurology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Neurology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Neurology

    7200 Cambridge St, 9th Floor, BCM 609-1, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eli Mizrahi, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Eli Mizrahi specializes in Neurophysiology and works at BCM Neurology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-2273. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Mizrahi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Absence Seizure, West Syndrome, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Mizrahi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Pediatric Neurology

    The Children's Hospital At Montefiore

    3415 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Solomon L. Moshé, MD, is Vice Chair of Neurology, Director of the Isabelle Rapin Child Neurology Division and Director of Clinical Neurophysiology at Montefiore. He is also the Charles Frost Chair in Neurosurgery and Neurology, Vice Chair, Saul R. Korey Department of Neurology, and Professor of Neurology, Neuroscience and Pediatrics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Einstein). Dr. Moshé’s clinical focus is on epilepsy and electroencephalography with special emphasis on age-related influences on the expression, control and consequences of seizures. Dr. Moshe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Post-Traumatic Epilepsy, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures

    Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

    1600 Rockland Road, 
    Wilmington, DE 
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Mower is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Mower is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Absence Seizure, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and West Syndrome. Dr. Mower is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Pediatric Neurology

    The Children's Hospital At Montefiore

    3415 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elissa G. Yozawitz, MD, is Director of Neonatal Neurology at Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein and Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Yozawitz focuses on the neurological management of children, from the neonatal period through adolescence, particularly those with difficult-to-treat seizures. She also specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, stroke and seizures in the newborn. Dr. Yozawitz’s expertise includes electroencephalography (EEG) and state-of-the-art treatments. Dr. Yozawitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Epilepsy in Children, Spasmus Nutans, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures

    Barrow Epilepsy Program

    240 W Thomas Rd, Ste 404, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Harris is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Harris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Harris is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Pediatric Neurology

    CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

    180 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    "Tristan T. Sands, MD, PhD is Assistant Professor in the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons (Columbia VP&S) Departments of Neurology and Pediatrics. He is a pediatric neurologist who treats children and babies suffering from epilepsy and a physician scientist with expertise in genetic causes of epilepsy and neurodevelopmental disease. Dr. Sands completed his MD-PhD at Columbia VP&S through a Medical Scientist Training Program with thesis work in lab of Dr. Arnold Kriegstein. During child neurology residency at UCSF, Dr. Sands trained in electroclinical phenotyping of the epilepsies under Dr. M. Roberta Cilio. After finishing his clinical training at Columbia VP&S in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology with Dr. Jim Riviello, Dr. Sands joined Columbia VP&S as faculty in 2017, first training in neurogenetics at the Institute for Genomic Medicine, and then returning to the bench to study genetic epilepsy using mouse models under the mentorship of Dr. Wayne Frankel. Dr. Sands has worked closely with families to treat hundreds of children with epilepsy. He is the author of chapters on pediatric epilepsy and genetic epilepsy in major textbooks in the field of neurology, including Merritt’s Neurology and Swaiman’s Pediatric Neurology. Dr. Sands has served as an expert on ClinGen’s epilepsy gene curation panel since 2017. In 2023, Dr. Sands was named Fellow of the American Epilepsy Society in recognition of professional accomplishment and dedication in the field of epilepsy. Dr. Sands is a 2024 Louis V. Gerstner Scholar. His research contributions include demonstration of the exquisite efficacy of carbamazepine for neonatal epilepsy caused by inherited loss-of-function variants in KCNQ2 and KCNQ3, work that led to changes to the International League against Epilepsy guidelines and recommendations on the treatment of seizures in newborn babies. Dr. Sands reported the electroclinical characterization of a new gain-of-function phenotype caused by de novo variants in KCNQ3. Dr. Sands reported variants in NBEA as a cause epilepsy and neurodevelopment, and he characterized the largest cohort of patients with epilepsy and neurodevelopmental disability caused by pathogenic variants in CSNK2B. The Sands ""END (Epilepsy & Neurodevelopmental Disease) Laboratory,"" established in 2022 in the Center for Translational Research in Neurodevelopmental Disease (CTRND), uses mouse and human cellular models to identify convergent disease mechanisms and novel therapeutic strategies for epilepsy and encephalopathy caused by rare genetic mutations. These research efforts are supported by federal grants from both NIH and private agencies.". Dr. Sands is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy in Children, Epilepsy, Seizures, and Status Epilepticus. Dr. Sands is board certified in Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology, and Epilepsy. Dr. Sands is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Pediatric Neurology

    Dell Children's Medical Group

    4910 Mueller Blvd Ste 300, 
    Austin, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kristen Arredondo is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Austin, Texas. Dr. Arredondo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures

    Mansfield Orthopaedic Surgery & Rheumatology Inc

    536 S Trimble Rd, 
    Mansfield, OH 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neil Kulkarni is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Mansfield, Ohio. Dr. Kulkarni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aicardi Syndrome, West Syndrome, Seizures, and Continuous Spike-Wave During Slow Sleep Syndrome.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures

    Nationwide Children's Hospital

    700 Childrens Dr, 
    Columbus, OH 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jorge Vidaurre is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Vidaurre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Epilepsy, Spasmus Nutans, Seizures, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures

    Office

    8001 Frost St, 
    San Diego, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Gold is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Gold is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Absence Seizure, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Neurology
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Neurology

    Rady Children's Hospital San Diego

    3020 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sonya Wang is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Absence Seizure, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Institute At Great Neck

    611 Northern Blvd Ste 150, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erica Colligan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Colligan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. Her clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Cerebellar Degeneration, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Neurology
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Neurology

    Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Colin Ellis is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ellis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Ellis is board certified in Psych & Neurology/Epilepsy (AMA)Neurology, 2016. Dr. Ellis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures

    Facial Reconstructive Surgical And Medical Center

    750 Welch Rd Ste 317, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Courtney Wusthoff is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Wusthoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, West Syndrome, and Absence Seizure.

    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures
    Pediatric Neurology

    Precision Epilepsy PLLC

    IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Millichap is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Illinois. Dr. Millichap is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Epilepsy in Children, and Epilepsy. Dr. Millichap is board certified in Epilepsy, American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

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    What is the definition of Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures?

    Benign familial neonatal seizures (BFNS) is a condition characterized by recurrent seizures in newborn babies. The seizures begin around day 3 of life and usually go away within 1 to 4 months. The seizures can involve only one side of the brain (focal seizures) or both sides (generalized seizures). This condition is often associated with generalized tonic-clonic seizures (also known as grand mal seizures). This type of seizure involves both sides of the brain and affects the entire body, causing a combination of seizure types: tonic seizures, which are characterized by uncontrolled muscle stiffness and rigidity, and clonic seizures, which are characterized by uncontrolled jerking of the muscles. Seizure episodes in infants with BFNS typically begin with tonic stiffness and pauses in breathing (apnea) followed by clonic jerking.

    When should I see a Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures doctor in The United States?

    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 a Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures doctor in The United States?

    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 Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures doctors in The United States?

    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 Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures doctors in The United States?

    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 a Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures doctor in The United States?

    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 Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures 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 a Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures doctor in The United States?

    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 Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures 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 Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures 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 Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures doctors in The United States?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures 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 a Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures 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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