The 20 Best Epilepsy in Children Doctors Near Me in Palo Alto, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 78 doctor with experience in Epilepsy in Children near Palo Alto, CA. Of these, 57 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Epilepsy in Children
    Elite in Epilepsy in Children

    Facial Reconstructive Surgical And Medical Center

    750 Welch Rd Ste 317, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Courtney Wusthoff is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Wusthoff is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. 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.

    Distinguished in Epilepsy in Children
    Distinguished in Epilepsy in Children

    Stanford Rehabilitation Clinic

    730 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Gallentine is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Gallentine is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Seizures, Status Epilepticus, and Absence Seizure.

    Distinguished in Epilepsy in Children
    Neurology
    Distinguished in Epilepsy in Children
    Neurology

    Stanford Medicine Children's Health Specialty Services-Menlo Park-Pediatric Stroke Care

    321 Middlefield Rd Ste 225, 
    Menlo Park, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hyunmi Kim is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Menlo Park, California. Dr. Kim is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. She is also highly rated in 142 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Absence Seizure, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Epilepsy in Children.

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    Distinguished in Epilepsy in Children
    Distinguished in Epilepsy in Children

    Outpatient Neurologic Rehabilitation Program

    213 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kimford Meador is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Meador is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Neurology
    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Neurology

    Stanford Rehabilitation Clinic

    730 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jenna Klotz is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Klotz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. She is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dysferlinopathy, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Seizures, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

    Distinguished in Epilepsy in Children
    Distinguished in Epilepsy in Children

    Office

    730 Welch Rd Ste 206, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brenda Porter is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Porter is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. She is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Tuberous Sclerosis, Epilepsy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Epilepsy in Children
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Epilepsy in Children
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford

    725 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Chubb is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Chubb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tetralogy of Fallot, Williams Syndrome, Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, Situs Inversus, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Epilepsy in Children
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Epilepsy in Children
    Pediatrics

    Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford

    725 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peggy Han is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Han is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Cerebral Hypoxia, Rasmussen Encephalitis, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), and Adenoidectomy.

    Experienced in Epilepsy in Children
    Experienced in Epilepsy in Children

    Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford

    725 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kanwaljeet Anand is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Anand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pain, Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, Premature Infant, Arteriovenous Malformation, and Adenoidectomy.

    Experienced in Epilepsy in Children
    Experienced in Epilepsy in Children

    Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford

    725 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bereketeab Haileselassie is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Haileselassie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Hypoxia, Liver Failure, Asthma in Children, Epilepsy in Children, and Myringotomy.

    Experienced in Epilepsy in Children
    Experienced in Epilepsy in Children

    Office

    770 Welch Rd Ste 435, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Steffen is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Steffen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Liver Failure, Hepatoblastoma, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection.

    Experienced in Epilepsy in Children
    Experienced in Epilepsy in Children

    Redwood City Medical Center

    905 Maple Street, 3rd Floor, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahram Amina is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Redwood City, California. Dr. Amina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Amina is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Pediatric Neurology

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ann Hyslop is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Hyslop is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. She is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS).

    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children

    Outpatient Neurologic Rehabilitation Program

    213 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Fisher is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Fisher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Partial Familial Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Neurosurgery

    Outpatient Neurologic Rehabilitation Program

    213 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vivek Buch is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Buch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Seizures, Movement Disorders, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thalamotomy.

    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children

    Outpatient Neurologic Rehabilitation Program

    213 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Josef Parvizi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Parvizi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children

    Stanford Rehabilitation Clinic

    730 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emily Spelbrink is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Spelbrink is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. She is also highly rated in 126 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, West Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Neonatology | Pediatrics

    Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford

    725 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sonia Bonifacio is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Bonifacio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothermia, Epilepsy in Children, Asphyxia Neonatorum, and High Blood Pressure in Infants.

    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children

    Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford

    725 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Juliet Knowles is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Knowles is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Absence Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children
    Advanced in Epilepsy in Children

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Graber is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Graber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy in Children. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Partial Seizure, Partial Familial Epilepsy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Epilepsy in Children?

    Epilepsy is a brain disorder in which a person has repeated seizures over time.

    A seizure is a sudden change in the electrical and chemical activity in the brain. A single seizure that does not happen again is not epilepsy.

    When should I see an Epilepsy in Children doctor near Palo Alto, CA?

    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 Epilepsy in Children doctor near Palo Alto, CA?

    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 Epilepsy in Children doctors near Palo Alto, CA?

    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 Epilepsy in Children doctors near Palo Alto, CA?

    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 Epilepsy in Children doctor near Palo Alto, CA?

    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 Epilepsy in Children doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Epilepsy in Children 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 Epilepsy in Children doctor near Palo Alto, CA?

    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 Epilepsy in Children 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 Epilepsy in Children 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 Epilepsy in Children doctors near Palo Alto, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Epilepsy in Children 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 Epilepsy in Children doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Epilepsy in Children 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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