The 20 Best Dravet Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Seattle, WA

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The 20 Best Dravet Syndrome Doctors near Seattle, WA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in Dravet Syndrome near Seattle, WA. Of these, 39 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Ednea A. Simon
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology | Pediatrics

    Swedish Pediatric Neuroscience Center

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Simon strives to provide compassionate medical care to children with an individual treatment tailored to their unique medical needs, environment, and expectations. She values a team approach in the treatment of each child with close participation of family and multidisciplinary providers. Dr. Simon was selected by Seattle Magazine and Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Simon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

    Justin Stahl
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Stahl, MD, is a board-certified neurologist who specializes in epilepsy and seizure disorders. Dr. Stahl works to support and listen to his patients' concerns, and identify treatments that fit each patient best. He works within a team environment, giving his patients the benefit of many minds dedicated to their particular problem. He finds it immensely rewarding to be able to eliminate seizures and give a patient their life back.Dr. Stahl is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American Epilepsy Society, American Medical Association and Washington State Medical Association. He serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Washington School of Medicine and a neurology instructor for Virginia Mason internal medicine residents. Dr. Stahl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Partial Familial Epilepsy.

    Franchette Pascual
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Pascual’s goals for her patient include seizure freedom and a better quality of life. As a member of the American Epilepsy Society, she is up-to-date in the standards of care and latest treatment innovations available. She is well-versed in the medical and surgical treatments of epilepsy across a broad age range. She enjoys coordinating collaborative and thorough plans for her patients with our multidisciplinary team at the Swedish Epilepsy Center. Dr. Pascual is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

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    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology

    Uw Medicine/Harborview Medical Center

    325 9th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Miller is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Miller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Partial Seizure, Seizures, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome

    Regional Epilepsy Center At Harborview Medical Center

    325 9th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahin Hakimian is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Hakimian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology

    Neurology Clinic At UW Medical Center - Montlake

    2505 2nd Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Oakley is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Oakley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Multiple System Atrophy, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Seizures.

    Michael Doherty
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Michael Doherty is a Neurologist who specializes in Epilepsy care. He joined the Swedish Neuroscience Institute in 2003 and is the Medical Director of our Epilepsy program. Dr. Doherty works closely with Swedish’s multidisciplinary epilepsy team on state of the art therapies. Specific interests include special needs populations, medication management during pregnancy, new onset seizure, hard-to-treat epilepsy and neurostimulation or surgical treatments of epilepsy. Dr. Doherty was selected by Seattle Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Doherty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Kitti Kaiboriboon
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kaiboriboon provides the best care possible to his patients by incorporating the latest technological advances and personalized medicine. His goal of treatment for persons with epilepsy is to achieve a seizure freedom without adverse effects. His practice focuses on teamwork, education and communication. He works closely with his patients as a team to develop individual treatment strategies that are most suitable for them. He strongly believes that an informed patient and family will significantly improve the outcome. Dr. Kaiboriboon was selected by Seattle Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Kaiboriboon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Seizures, and Partial Seizure.

    Lisa Caylor
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology
    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Caylor is a board-certified neurologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy in adults. Her clinical interests include the evaluation of patients with seizures and seizure-like disorders and women's issues in epilepsy. She actively participates in clinical trials of epilepsy medications and is a frequent lecturer on epilepsy. Dr. Caylor was selected by Seattle Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Caylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Partial Seizure, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Dravet Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Russell Saneto is a Pediatric Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Saneto is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Leigh Syndrome, Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, and West Syndrome.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology

    Optum – Madison Center

    904 7th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Fei Pan is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Pan 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, Memory Loss, Essential Tremor, and Seizures. Dr. Pan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    4800 Sand Point Way Northeast, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lorie Hamiwka is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Hamiwka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Absence Seizure. Dr. Hamiwka is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    4800 Sand Point Way Ne, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Archana Patel is a Pediatrics provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Photosensitive Epilepsy, and Epilepsy in Children.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Owens is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Owens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Tuberous Sclerosis, Seizures, and West Syndrome.

    Charles W. Butler
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    4100 Southwest Alaska Street, Suite B, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I take great pride in delivering high quality care, from Pediatrics to Geriatrics. I enjoy providing full spectrum Family Medicine, offering care to children, their parents and grandparents. Dr. Butler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Narcolepsy, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome
    Distinguished in Dravet Syndrome

    Uw Medicine/Valley Medical Center

    400 S 43rd St, 
    Renton, WA 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Vossler is a Neurologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Vossler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Neurology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 9th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anik Amin is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Conversion Disorder, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 9th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Roberts is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Essential Tremor, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    Office

    1100 9th Ave # M4, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Natalie Hendon is a primary care provider, practicing in Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Hendon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Headache.

    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome
    Experienced in Dravet Syndrome

    Uw Medicine/Harborview Medical Center

    325 9th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wolfgang Muhlhofer is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Muhlhofer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dravet Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Partial Seizure, and Memory Loss.

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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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 near Seattle, WA?

    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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