The 20 Best Dravet Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Idaho, US

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The 20 Best Dravet Syndrome Doctors in Idaho, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 32 doctor with experience in Dravet Syndrome near Idaho, US. Of these, 26 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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32 providers found
    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome
    Sleep Medicine
    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome
    Sleep Medicine

    Saint Alphonsus Nephrology Center

    1840 Canyon Crest Dr, 
    Twin Falls, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Hammond is a Sleep Medicine provider in Twin Falls, Idaho. Dr. Hammond is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Dravet Syndrome, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Consultants In Epilepsy And Neurology PLLC

    1499 W Hays St, 
    Boise, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Wechsler is a Neurologist in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Wechsler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS).

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    SM Maloff MD PC

    285 Vista Dr, 
    Pocatello, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Elizabeth is a Neurologist in Pocatello, Idaho. Dr. Elizabeth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

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    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    Saint Alphonsus Neuroscience Institute

    1072 N Liberty St Ste 303, 
    Boise, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Simmons is a Neurologist in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Simmons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Seizures, Myasthenia Gravis, and Femoral Nerve Dysfunction.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology

    Kootenai Health Inc.

    2003 Kootenai Health Way, 
    Coeur D Alene, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Vine is a Neurologist in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Vine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Dravet Syndrome, Lafora Disease, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology

    Saint Alphonsus Neuroscience Institute

    1072 N Liberty St Ste 303, 
    Boise, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary River is a Neurologist in Boise, Idaho. Dr. River is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Lafora Disease, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    St. Luke's Clinic-Breast Surgery Boise

    125 E Idaho St Ste 300, 
    Boise, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sergei Kashirny is a Neurologist in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Kashirny is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Southern Idaho Health Partners Dba Saltzer Clinics

    215 E Hawaii Ave, 
    Nampa, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Djernes is a Neurologist in Nampa, Idaho. Dr. Djernes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Lafora Disease, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    Office

    700 W Ironwood Dr Ste 158, 
    Coeur D Alene, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cliff Hampton is a Neurologist in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Hampton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Idaho Family Physicians

    130 E Boise Ave, 
    Boise, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Rutherford is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Rutherford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Lafora Disease, and Dravet Syndrome.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    Saint Alphonsus Neuroscience Institute

    1072 N Liberty St Ste 303, 
    Boise, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jackie Whitesell is a Neurologist in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Whitesell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myositis, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    Saint Alphonsus Neuroscience Institute

    1072 N Liberty St Ste 303, 
    Boise, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Lyons is a Neurologist in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Lyons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    BMH Inc.

    3302 Valencia Dr Ste 201, 
    Idaho Falls, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Parry is a Neurologist in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Dr. Parry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Peripheral Neuropathy, Conversion Disorder, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    Office

    700 W Ironwood Dr Ste 158, 
    Coeur D Alene, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramsis Benjamin is a Neurologist in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Benjamin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Seizures, Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, and Myasthenia Gravis.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1701 Lincoln Way, 
    Coeur D Alene, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susan Slaughter is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Slaughter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD), Hypertensive Heart Disease, Carbamoyl Phosphate Synthetase 1 Deficiency, and N-Acetylglutamate Synthase Deficiency.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology

    Grand Teton Child Neurology

    2225 Teton Plz Ste B, 
    Idaho Falls, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Castellanos is a Pediatric Neurologist in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Dr. Castellanos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Tourette Syndrome, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Seizures, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy. Dr. Castellanos is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Warren Dopson MD

    706 N College Rd Ste A, 
    Twin Falls, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Warren Dopson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Twin Falls, Idaho. Dr. Dopson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    Mountain View Hospital

    32 Madison Professional Park, 
    Rexburg, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bradford Talcott is a Neurologist in Rexburg, Idaho. Dr. Talcott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    Palouse Specialty Physicians PS.

    803 S Main St Ste 110, 
    Moscow, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristen Jessen is a Neurologist in Moscow, Idaho. Dr. Jessen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Primary Orthostatic Tremor, Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, and Myasthenia Gravis.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    Saint Alphonsus Neuroscience Institute

    1072 N Liberty St Ste 303, 
    Boise, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Colin Lyness is a Neurologist in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Lyness is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, and Infantile Axonal Neuropathy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Idaho, 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 a Dravet Syndrome doctor in Idaho, 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 Dravet Syndrome doctors in Idaho, 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 Dravet Syndrome doctors in Idaho, 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 a Dravet Syndrome doctor in Idaho, 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 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 Idaho, 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 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 Idaho, US?

    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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