The 20 Best Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) Doctors Near Me in sanford, FL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) near sanford, FL. Of these, 14 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
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    Nemours Children's Health

    1149 Rinehart Rd, 
    Sanford, FL 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Cristy Wong is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sanford, Florida. Dr. Wong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Obesity in Children, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Delayed Growth. Dr. Wong is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatric Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Orlando Health Children's Neuroscience Institute Neurology - Lake Mary

    392 Rinehart Rd., Suite 3090, 
    Lake Mary, FL 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vikram Prakash is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Lake Mary, Florida. Dr. Prakash is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Tuberous Sclerosis Complex. Dr. Prakash is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neuro-ChildNeuro. Dr. Prakash is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Health, Maitland

    100 E. Sybelia Ave., Suite 100, 
    Maitland, FL 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Madhushree Desiraju is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Maitland, Florida. Dr. Desiraju is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Croup, and Viral Gastroenteritis. Dr. Desiraju is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Desiraju is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Family Medicine

    AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine At Lake Mary

    755 Rinehart Rd Ste 200, 
    Lake Mary, FL 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Meeks is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Mary, Florida. Dr. Meeks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Her clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Diffuse Panbronchiolitis, Morning Sickness, and Croup.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Internal Medicine
    525 Technology Park Ste 109, 
    Lake Mary, FL 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Muhammad Asghar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Mary, Florida. Dr. Asghar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Hypertension, Gallbladder Removal, and Nephrectomy.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Referral may be required

    Southwest Volusia Medical Assoc.

    1565 Saxon Blvd Ste 202, 
    Deltona, FL 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Terwilleger is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Deltona, Florida. Dr. Terwilleger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Delayed Growth, and Herpangina. Dr. Terwilleger is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Referral may be required

    Pediatric Associates

    1565 Saxon Blvd, Ste 202, 
    Deltona, FL 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Twi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Leonita Bray is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Deltona, Florida. Dr. Bray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Delayed Growth, and Familial Short Stature (FSS). Dr. Bray is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Bray is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Referral may be required

    Stages Pediatric Care

    947 Town Center Dr, 
    Orange City, FL 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sandra Dee is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Orange City, Florida. Dr. Dee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Croup, Obesity in Children, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Diarrhea. Dr. Dee is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Family Medicine

    AdventHealth Fish Memorial

    1055 Saxon Blvd, 
    Orange City, FL 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melissa Pocta is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orange City, Florida. Dr. Pocta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Her clinical expertise encompasses Lymphangitis, Tracheitis, Cellulitis, and Diffuse Panbronchiolitis.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatrics | General Practice
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatrics | General Practice
    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Health, Oviedo

    7455 Pinemire Drive, 
    Oviedo, FL 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stefanie Patrone is a primary care provider, a Pediatrics specialist and a General Practice provider in Oviedo, Florida. Dr. Patrone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Common Cold, Food Allergy, Obesity in Children, and Otitis. Dr. Patrone is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Patrone is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Health, Oviedo

    7455 Pinemire Drive, 
    Oviedo, FL 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, French, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish, Swahili, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients

    Nam-phuong Nguyen is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Oviedo, Florida. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Delayed Growth, and Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X Linked. Dr. Nguyen is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Nguyen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatrics | Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatrics | Emergency Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Health, Oviedo South

    2572 W. State Road 426, Suite 1048, 
    Oviedo, FL 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Clore is a Pediatrics specialist and an Emergency Medicine provider practicing medicine in Oviedo, Florida. Dr. Clore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Croup, Obesity in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Viral Gastroenteritis. Dr. Clore is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Clore is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Referral may be required

    Nemours Children's Health, Oviedo South

    2572 W. State Road 426, Suite 1048, 
    Oviedo, FL 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alicia Turner is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Oviedo, Florida. Dr. Turner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Herpangina, Viral Gastroenteritis, Croup, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Turner is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Turner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Referral may be required

    Huntclub Pediatric Associates LLC

    425 S Hunt Club Blvd Ste 1051, 
    Apopka, FL 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Carlos Chaban is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Apopka, Florida. Dr. Chaban is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Croup, Neurogenic Bowel, and Herpangina. Dr. Chaban is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)?

    Genetic epilepsy with febrile seizures plus (GEFS+) is a spectrum of seizure disorders of varying severity. GEFS+ is usually diagnosed in families whose members have a combination of febrile seizures, which are triggered by a high fever, and recurrent seizures (epilepsy) of other types, including seizures that are not related to fevers (afebrile seizures). The additional seizure types usually involve both sides of the brain (generalized seizures); however, seizures that involve only one side of the brain (partial seizures) occur in some affected individuals. The most common types of seizure in people with GEFS+ include myoclonic seizures, which cause involuntary muscle twitches; atonic seizures, which involve sudden episodes of weak muscle tone; and absence seizures, which cause loss of consciousness for short periods that appear as staring spells.

    When should I see a Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctor near sanford, FL?

    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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctor near sanford, FL?

    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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctors near sanford, FL?

    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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctors near sanford, FL?

    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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctor near sanford, FL?

    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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) 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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctor near sanford, FL?

    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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) 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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) 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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctors near sanford, FL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) 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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) 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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