The 20 Best Epilepsy Juvenile Absence Doctors Near Me in New York, US

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The 20 Best Epilepsy Juvenile Absence Doctors in New York, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 124 doctor with experience in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence near New York, US. Of these, 100 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Ramesh Cherukuri
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence

    Bassett Medical Center

    1 Atwell Road, 
    Cooperstown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Cherukuri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, Memory Loss, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).

    Solomon L. Moshe
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. His top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Post-Traumatic Epilepsy, and Epilepsy.

    Joseph Maytal
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Neurology

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite W290, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew

    Joseph Maytal is a Pediatric Neurologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Maytal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

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    Emma C. Laureta
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Neurology

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite W290, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino

    Emma Laureta is a Pediatric Neurologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Laureta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, and Epilepsy.

    Shefali N. Karkare
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Neurology

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite W290, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Marathi

    "Past work experience:Director of Pediatric Epielpsy Surgery ProgramKosair Children's HospitalLoiusville, KYI was instrumental in establishing a pediatric epilepsy surgery program for the first time at Kosair Children's Hospital. I played a key role in more than twelve successful epilepsy surgeries for a variety of indications.Clinical InterestsIntractable Pediatric Epilepsy, Surgical management of epilepsyRecent Publications:Book Chapter: ""Pediatric Epilepsy: A Century of Discovery"" by Shefali Karkare, Vinay Puri. in ""Epilepsy: A Century of Discovery"" Edited by Ramon Bautista et al, published by Nova Publsihers.Shefali Karkare, Sabiha Merchant Gail Solomon, Murray Engel Barry Kosofsky ""MELAS With A3243G Mutation Presenting With Occipital Status Epilepticus"" Journal of Child Neurology, Vol. 24, No. 12, 1564-1567 (2009)Shefali Karkare, Bruce Volpe, Steven Weinstein; Review of ""Anti-N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor Encephalitis in Children and Adolescents."" Published in Neuroalert, October 2009S Karkare, S Merchant, J LaMothe, G Solomon - ""Epileptic negative myoclonus in atypical benign partial epilepsy: Case reports and review of pathophysiology and treatment"" Clinical Neurophysiology Volume 120, Issue 8, August 2009, Page e182S Karkare, Kathleen Bernstein, Kaleb Y ohay "" Supratentorial Anaplastic Ependymoma in a Patient with Neurofibromatosis Type 2"" Presented at The Children's Tumor Foundation's 2008 Annual NF conferenceS Karkare, Kathleen Bernsten, Kaleb Yohay ""Uncharacterized brain abnormalities on MRI in patients with Neurofibromatosis Type 2"" presented at Children's Tumor Foundation's 2009 Annual NF conference: New Frontiers,June 13-16, 2009 - Portland, OregonShefali Karkare, Sabiha Merchant, Jacqueline LaMothe, Gail Solomon "" Epileptic negative myoclonus in atypical benign partial epilepsy: Case reports and review of pathophysiology and treatment"" presented at the EEG and Clinical Neuroscience Annual Meeting 2009Shefali Karkare, Harry Chugani ""Functional abnormalities of cerebral cortex in children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy"". October 13-16, 2004 33rd Annual Meeting of the Child Neurology Society. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Shefali Karkare, course facuIty, ""Epilepsy: current and future trends"" eighth annual Pediatric Neurology Update, Kosair Children's Hospital, August 20,2010". Dr. Karkare is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Absence Seizure.

    Li Kan
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology
    13215 41st Avenue, 
    Flushing, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin

    Li Kan is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist in Flushing, New York. Dr. Kan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Her top areas of expertise are Transient Tic Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Absence Seizure, and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence.

    Ivan M. Pavkovic
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Neurology

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite W290, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ivan Pavkovic is a Pediatric Neurologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Pavkovic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Absence Seizure.

    Sanjeev V. Kothare
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Neurology

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite W290, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Marathi

    Sanjeev Kothare is a Pediatric Neurologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Kothare is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS).

    Distinguished in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Internal Medicine

    Kings Neurology PC

    3131 Kings Hwy Ste C7, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Norman Sobol is an Internal Medicine provider in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Sobol is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, Absence Seizure, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology
    Distinguished in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology

    Montefiore Medical Center

    111 E 210th St, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shlomo Shinnar is a Pediatric Neurologist in Bronx, New York. Dr. Shinnar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. His top areas of expertise are Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Status Epilepticus, Seizures, and Epilepsy.

    Annie H. Roliz
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Specialty Care Center At Bay Shore

    376 East Main Street, Suite 101, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Annie Roliz is a Pediatric Neurologist in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Roliz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Absence Seizure.

    Elissa G. Yozawitz
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    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 Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Epilepsy in Children, Spasmus Nutans, and Epilepsy.

    Nwanneka A. Okolo
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Seaview Avenue

    501 Seaview Avenue, Suite 104, 
    Staten Island, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nwanneka Okolo is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Okolo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Epilepsy.

    Anna Skokowska
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Internal Medicine

    YDR Geriatrics & Nephrology LLP

    4256 Bronx Boulevard, Suite 3, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish

    Dr. Lebelt obtained her medical degree in Medical Academy in Bialystok, Poland. In the US, she finished her Internal Medicine residency at Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center through New York Medical College. Her residency was followed up with a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at the same institution. Dr. Skokowska is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Cristina F. Carbonell
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Neurology

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite W290, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Cristina Carbonell is a Pediatric Neurologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Carbonell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Rasmussen Encephalitis.

    Fred A. Lado
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Institute At Great Neck

    611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 150, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Fred Lado is a Neurologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Lado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Gastrostomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Daniel H. Cohen
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Bay Shore, 370 East Main Street

    370 East Main Street, Suite 1, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Cohen, MD, PhD, is a neurologist at South Shore University Hospital, where he has been chief of neurology since 1998. Board-certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology, he has a clinical focus on general neurology, including neuromuscular conditions, neuropathy, seizure disorders, stroke and the full range of pathologies of the brain and spinal cord.Dr. Cohen emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and has guided the development of South Shore s neurology department to ensure that residents of Long Island s south shore have access to world-class neurological care in their own community. He stresses clear and compassionate communication with patients and family members, setting aside plenty of time to explain treatment options and address concerns and following up promptly whenever questions arise.Dr. Cohen is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American EEG Society, American Physical Society, New York State Medical Society, Suffolk Academy of Medicine, National Stroke Association and American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine.Dr. Cohen graduated from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He received a PhD in high-energy physics from the University of Rochester and completed his residency in neurology at the University of Miami School of Medicine. He joined Northwell Health in 1984. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).

    Obehioya T. Irumudomon
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Pediatric Neurology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Neurology

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite W290, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Obehioya Irumudomon is a Pediatric Neurologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Irumudomon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Seizures.

    Hyunmi Choi
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Neurology
    Advanced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Neurology

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Hyunmi Choi is an Associate Professor of Neurology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and a board-certified epilepsy specialist with over 25 years of experience. She provides expert care in adult epilepsy and serves as an oversight neurologist for the intraoperative neuromonitoring service at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.Dr. Choi graduated Cum Laude from the SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse. She completed both her neurology residency and fellowship in epilepsy/clinical neurophysiology at Columbia University Medical Center. She later earned a Master's in Biostatistics to support her research on patient-centered outcomes in epilepsy.Her NIH-funded research focuses on how vascular risk factors contribute to the link between late-onset epilepsy and subsequent stroke or dementia. She has been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor annually since 2015. Dr. Choi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence
    Experienced in Epilepsy Juvenile Absence

    Eriver Neurology Of Poughkeepsie NY

    21 Fox St Ste 102, 
    Poughkeepsie, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samuel Koszer is a Neurologist in Poughkeepsie, New York. Dr. Koszer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Dravet Syndrome.

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    What is the definition of Epilepsy Juvenile Absence?

    Juvenile absence epilepsy (JAE) is a genetic epilepsy with onset occurring around puberty. JAE is characterized by sporadic occurrence of absence seizures, frequently associated with a long-life prevalence of generalized tonic-clonic seizures (GTCS) and sporadic myoclonic jerks.

    When should I see an Epilepsy Juvenile Absence doctor in New York, 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 an Epilepsy Juvenile Absence doctor in New York, 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 Epilepsy Juvenile Absence doctors in New York, 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 Epilepsy Juvenile Absence doctors in New York, 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 an Epilepsy Juvenile Absence doctor in New York, 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 Epilepsy Juvenile Absence doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Epilepsy Juvenile Absence 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 Juvenile Absence doctor in New York, 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 Epilepsy Juvenile Absence 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 Juvenile Absence 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 Juvenile Absence doctors in New York, US?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Epilepsy Juvenile Absence 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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