The 20 Best Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) Doctors Near Me in New Mexico, US

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) near New Mexico, US. Of these, 15 are Experienced.

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

    University Of New Mexico Hospitals

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Gunderson is a Pediatrics provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Gunderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). His top areas of expertise are Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Cerebral Hypoxia, and Croup.

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

    University Of New Mexico Ems Consortium

    1 University Of New Mexico, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Jolley is a Pediatrics provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Jolley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). His top areas of expertise are Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Croup, and Cerebral Hypoxia.

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

    University Of New Mexico Hospitals

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Danielle Mascarenas is a Pediatrics provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Mascarenas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Her top areas of expertise are Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Cerebral Hypoxia, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, and Croup.

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

    University Of New Mexico Hospitals

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Natasha James is a Pediatrics provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. James is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Her top areas of expertise are Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Cerebral Hypoxia, and Asthma in Children.

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

    University Of New Mexico Hospitals

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sara Skarbek is a Pediatrics provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Skarbek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Her top areas of expertise are Pertussis, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection.

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

    University Of New Mexico Hospitals

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nathaniel Link is a Pediatrics provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Link is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). His top areas of expertise are Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Croup, Asthma in Children, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatric Neurology

    Presbyterian Hospital

    1100 Central Ave SE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zoe Harnenz is a Pediatric Neurologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Harnenz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Her top areas of expertise are Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, Seizures, Lafora Disease, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.

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

    University Of New Mexico Hospitals

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron Cardon is a Neurologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Cardon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Partial Seizure, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    201 Cedar St SE Ste 5640, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Reese is a Pediatric Neurologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Reese is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Lafora Disease, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.

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

    Rocas Inc.

    1265 Anthony Dr, 
    Anthony, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hector Ocaranza is a Pediatrics provider in Anthony, New Mexico. Dr. Ocaranza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Scarlet Fever, Herpangina, and Croup.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatric Neurology

    University Of New Mexico Hospitals

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathy Wolfe is a Pediatric Neurologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Wolfe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Partial Seizure, and Partial Familial Epilepsy.

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

    Congenital Cardiology In Albuquerque At Presbyterian Hospital

    201 Cedar St SE Ste 4660, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Abby Kunz is a Neurologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Kunz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type.

    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
    Pediatric Neurology

    University Of New Mexico Hospitals

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Danny Rogers is a Pediatric Neurologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Rogers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). His top areas of expertise are Encephalitis, Seizures, Partial Seizure, and Memory Loss.

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

    Presbyterian Hospital

    1100 Central Ave SE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shana Nisenbaum is a Pediatrics provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Nisenbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Hirschsprung Disease, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

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

    University Of New Mexico Hospitals

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Mason is a Neurologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Mason is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). His top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Athetosis, Seizures, and Epilepsy in Children.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 in New Mexico, 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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctor in New Mexico, 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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctors in New Mexico, 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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctors in New Mexico, 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 Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+) doctor in New Mexico, 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 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 in New Mexico, 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 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 in New Mexico, US?

    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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