The 20 Best Dravet Syndrome Doctors in Italy

Find the Top Dravet Syndrome Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 228 doctor with experience in Dravet Syndrome near Italy. Of these, 183 are Experienced, 34 are Advanced, 9 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Dravet Syndrome

    Renzo Guerrini
    Elite in Dravet Syndrome

    Renzo Guerrini
    Florence, IT 

    Renzo Guerrini practices practicing medicine in Florence, Italy. Mr. Guerrini is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 66 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Epilepsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Elite in Dravet Syndrome

    Domenica I. Battaglia
    Elite in Dravet Syndrome

    Domenica I. Battaglia
    Rome, IT 

    Domenica Battaglia practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Ms. Battaglia is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dravet Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Epilepsy.

    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Nicola Specchio
    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Nicola Specchio
    Rome, IT 

    Nicola Specchio practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Ms. Specchio is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Myoclonic Epilepsy, CLN2 Disease, and Seizures.

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    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Francesca Darra
    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Francesca Darra
    Verona, IT 

    Francesca Darra practices practicing medicine in Verona, Italy. Ms. Darra is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dravet Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Epilepsy in Children.

    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Charlotte Dravet
    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Charlotte Dravet
    Rome, IT 

    Charlotte Dravet practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Ms. Dravet is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dravet Syndrome, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Epilepsy.

    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Pasquale Striano
    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Pasquale Striano
    Genoa, IT 

    Pasquale Striano practices practicing medicine in Genoa, Italy. Mr. Striano is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 72 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Seizures, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Francesca Ragona
    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Francesca Ragona
    Milan, IT 

    Francesca Ragona practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Ragona is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, Myoclonic Epilepsy, CAPOS Syndrome, and Epilepsy.

    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Michela Quintiliani
    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Michela Quintiliani
    Rome, IT 

    Michela Quintiliani practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Ms. Quintiliani is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dravet Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Hereditary Hyperekplexia.

    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Marina Trivisano
    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Marina Trivisano
    Rome, IT 

    Marina Trivisano practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Ms. Trivisano is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, and Batten Disease.

    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Tommaso Lo Barco
    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Tommaso Lo Barco
    Mantova, IT 

    Tommaso Lo Barco practices practicing medicine in Mantova, Italy. Mr. Lo Barco is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dravet Syndrome, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Epilepsy.

    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Simona Lattanzi
    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Simona Lattanzi
    Via Conca71, 
    Ancona, IT 

    Simona Lattanzi practices practicing medicine in Ancona, Italy. Ms. Lattanzi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Status Epilepticus, Thrombectomy, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Paolo Scalmani
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Paolo Scalmani
    Milan, IT 

    Paolo Scalmani practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Mr. Scalmani is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dravet Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Tiziana Granata
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Tiziana Granata
    Milan, IT 

    Tiziana Granata practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Granata is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Federico Vigevano
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Federico Vigevano

    IRCCS San Raffaele

    Rome, IT 

    Federico Vigevano practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Mr. Vigevano is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Headache, Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, and Seizures.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Marco Perulli
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Marco Perulli
    Rome, IT 

    Marco Perulli practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Mr. Perulli is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dravet Syndrome, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Status Epilepticus.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Gaia Colasante
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Gaia Colasante
    Via Olgettina 58, 
    Milan, IT 

    Gaia Colasante practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Colasante is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dravet Syndrome, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Ilaria Contaldo
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Ilaria Contaldo
    Rome, IT 

    Ilaria Contaldo practices practicing medicine in Rome, Italy. Ms. Contaldo is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome, Dravet Syndrome, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, and Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Vania Broccoli
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Vania Broccoli
    Milan, IT 

    Vania Broccoli practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Broccoli is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Schinzel-Giedion Syndrome, Trichorhinophalangeal Syndrome Type 1 (TRPS1), Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Wolfram Syndrome.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Silvana Franceschetti
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Silvana Franceschetti
    Milan, IT 

    Silvana Franceschetti practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Franceschetti is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, and Thalamotomy.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Davide Mei
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Davide Mei
    Florence, IT 

    Davide Mei practices practicing medicine in Florence, Italy. Mr. Mei is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, Epilepsy, and Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Dravet Syndrome?

    Dravet syndrome is the most severe of a group of conditions known as SCN1A-related seizure disorders. Symptoms include seizures which first occur in infancy that are often triggered by high temperatures (febrile seizures). In childhood, many types of seizures may occur and they may increase in frequency. Seizures may be difficult to treat. Other symptoms include loss of motor skills, intellectual disability, speech impairment, and difficulty with movement. Most cases of Dravet syndrome occur when the SCN1A gene is not working correctly. It can be inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern, but most people with Dravet syndrome do not have a family history of the condition. Diagnosis is based on a clinical exam, medical history, and the results of genetic testing.

    When should I see a Dravet Syndrome doctor in Italy?

    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 Dravet Syndrome doctor in Italy?

    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 Dravet Syndrome doctor in Italy?

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    How does MediFind rank Dravet Syndrome doctors in Italy?

    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 Dravet Syndrome doctors in Italy?

    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 Dravet Syndrome doctor in Italy?

    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 Dravet Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dravet Syndrome 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 Dravet Syndrome doctor in Italy?

    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 Dravet Syndrome 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 Dravet Syndrome 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 Dravet Syndrome doctors in Italy?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Dravet Syndrome 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 Dravet Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Dravet Syndrome 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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