The 20 Best Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy Doctors Near Me in berkeley, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy near berkeley, CA. Of these, 15 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
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    Telegraph Care Center

    2850 Telegraph Avenue, Suite 110, 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Richardson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Berkeley, California. Dr. Richardson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gumma, Seizures, Neurosyphilis, and Epilepsy. Dr. Richardson is board certified in Neurology - Board Certified. Dr. Richardson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    Epilepsy Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Knowlton is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Knowlton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Knowlton is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology., Neurology. Dr. Knowlton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    Stanford Health Care

    5800 Hollis St, 
    Emeryville, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Niyatee Samudra is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Emeryville, California. Dr. Samudra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encephalocele, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

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    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    Childrens Hospital Medical Center Ambulatory Care Pharmacy

    744 52nd St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roxanne Simmons is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Simmons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Absence Seizure, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

    747 52nd St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ali Mostajelean is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Mostajelean is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    Highland Hospital

    1411 E 31st St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Barbara Swartz is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Swartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Memory Loss. Dr. Swartz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    Epilepsy Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Susannah Cornes is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cornes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Conversion Disorder. Dr. Cornes is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology., Epilepsy and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology., Neurology. Dr. Cornes is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    Epilepsy Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tina Shih is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Shih is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Dravet Syndrome, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Shih is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology, Epilepsy and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology, Neurology. Dr. Shih is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    Stanford Children's Health

    1100 Van Ness Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michaela Castello is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Castello is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy, Seizures, Absence Seizure, and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    Epilepsy Clinic

    1825 4th St # 5, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ernesto Gonzalez-Giraldo is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Gonzalez-Giraldo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Seizures, and Epilepsy in Children.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    Outpatient Palliative Care Service

    400 Parnassus Ave Fl 8, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vikram Rao is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    Stanford Medicine Children’s Health Specialty Services – Walnut Creek

    505 Parnassus Ave, Box 0110, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Besim Uzgil is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Uzgil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Dr. Uzgil is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    University Of California San Francisco

    505 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Lowenstein is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Lowenstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Status Epilepticus, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    Walnut Creek Medical Center

    1515 Newell Avenue, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sara Khorasani is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Khorasani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Partial Familial Epilepsy, and Partial Seizure. Dr. Khorasani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Experienced in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
    Referral may be required

    Richard D Smith M D Inc.

    675 Ygnacio Valley Rd Ste A102, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Wei is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Wei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy?

    Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy is a condition characterized by recurrent seizures (epilepsy). This condition begins in childhood or adolescence, usually between ages 12 and 18, and lasts into adulthood. The most common type of seizure in people with this condition is myoclonic seizures, which cause rapid, uncontrolled muscle jerks. People with this condition may also have generalized tonic-clonic seizures (also known as grand mal seizures), which cause muscle rigidity, convulsions, and loss of consciousness. Sometimes, affected individuals have absence seizures, which cause loss of consciousness for a short period that appears as a staring spell. Typically, people with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy develop the characteristic myoclonic seizures in adolescence, then develop generalized tonic-clonic seizures a few years later. Although seizures can happen at any time, they occur most commonly in the morning, shortly after awakening. Seizures can be triggered by a lack of sleep, extreme tiredness, stress, or alcohol consumption.

    When should I see a Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy doctor near berkeley, 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 a Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy doctor near berkeley, 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 Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy doctors near berkeley, 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 Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy doctors near berkeley, 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 a Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy doctor near berkeley, 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 Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy 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 Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy doctor near berkeley, 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 Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy 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 Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy 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 Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy doctors near berkeley, CA?

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

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