The 20 Best Myoclonic Epilepsy Doctors in Finland

Find the Top Myoclonic Epilepsy Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 61 doctor with experience in Myoclonic Epilepsy near Finland. Of these, 31 are Experienced, 23 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Elite in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Anna-elina E. Lehesjoki
    Elite in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Anna-elina E. Lehesjoki
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Anna-elina Lehesjoki practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Lehesjoki is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. They are also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses PEHO Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, and Lafora Disease.

    Elite in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Reetta K. Kalviainen
    Elite in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Reetta K. Kalviainen
    Referral may be required
    Box 100, KYS, 
    Kuopio, FI 

    Reetta Kalviainen practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Kalviainen is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. They are also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Lafora Disease, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Elite in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Tarja H. Joensuu
    Elite in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Tarja H. Joensuu
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Tarja Joensuu practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Joensuu is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Lafora Disease, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.

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    Distinguished in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Ritva L. Vanninen
    Distinguished in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Ritva L. Vanninen
    Referral may be required
    P.O. Box 100, FI-70029 KYS, 
    Kuopio, FI 

    Ritva Vanninen practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Vanninen is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. They are also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Lafora Disease, Thrombectomy, and Mastectomy.

    Distinguished in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Paivi T. Koskenkorva
    Distinguished in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Paivi T. Koskenkorva
    Referral may be required
    P.O. Box 100, FI-70029 KYS, 
    Box, FI 

    Paivi Koskenkorva practices practicing medicine in Box, Finland. Koskenkorva is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Lafora Disease, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Distinguished in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Esa M. Mervaala
    Distinguished in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Esa M. Mervaala
    Referral may be required
    70029 Kys, 
    Kuopio, FI 

    Esa Mervaala practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Mervaala is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Lafora Disease, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Distinguished in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Mikko Muona
    Distinguished in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Mikko Muona
    Referral may be required
    Espoo, FI 

    Mikko Muona practices practicing medicine in Espoo, Finland. Muona is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. They are also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses PEHO Syndrome, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Lafora Disease, and Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Jelena Hypponen
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Jelena Hypponen
    Referral may be required
    P.O. Box 100, FI-70029 KYS, 
    Box, FI 

    Jelena Hypponen practices practicing medicine in Box, Finland. Ms. Hypponen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, and Lafora Disease.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Carolina Courage
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Carolina Courage
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Carolina Courage practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Courage is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Lafora Disease, and PEHO Syndrome.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Sanna Suoranta
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Sanna Suoranta
    Referral may be required
    Kuopio, FI 

    Sanna Suoranta practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Ms. Suoranta is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Lafora Disease, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Saara Tegelberg
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Saara Tegelberg
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Saara Tegelberg practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Tegelberg is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Lafora Disease, PEHO Syndrome, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Marja Aikia
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Marja Aikia
    Referral may be required
    Kuopio, FI 

    Marja Aikia practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Ms. Aikia is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Lafora Disease.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Brendan J. Battersby
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Brendan J. Battersby
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Brendan Battersby practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Mr. Battersby is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Myoclonic Epilepsy Associated With Ragged Red Fibers, Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency, and Lafora Disease.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Laura Saisanen
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Laura Saisanen
    Referral may be required
    P.O. Box 100, 70029 KYS, 
    Kuopio, FI 

    Laura Saisanen practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Ms. Saisanen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Lafora Disease, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Knee Replacement.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Mervi Kononen
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Mervi Kononen
    Referral may be required
    P.O. Box 100, 70029 KYS, 
    Kuopio, FI 

    Mervi Kononen practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Kononen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. They are also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, and Lafora Disease.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Outi Kopra
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Outi Kopra
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Outi Kopra practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Kopra is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. They are also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses PEHO Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, and Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Kimmo K. Lehtimaki
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Kimmo K. Lehtimaki
    Referral may be required
    Charles River, 
    Kuopio, FI 

    Kimmo Lehtimaki practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Lehtimaki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. They are also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses CLN4 Disease, CLN3 Disease, CLN1 Disease, CLN5 Disease, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Petro Julkunen
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Petro Julkunen
    Referral may be required
    P.O. Box 100, 70029 KYS, 
    Kuopio, FI 

    Petro Julkunen practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Mr. Julkunen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Lafora Disease, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, and Knee Replacement.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Hannes T. Lohi
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Hannes T. Lohi
    Referral may be required
    Pl 63 Fi-00014, 
    Helsinki, FI 

    Hannes Lohi practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Mr. Lohi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Caffey Disease, Achondrogenesis, Acromesomelic Dysplasia Hunter Thompson Type, and Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type.

    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Riikka H. Hamalainen
    Advanced in Myoclonic Epilepsy

    Riikka H. Hamalainen
    Referral may be required
    Kuopio, FI 

    Riikka Hamalainen practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Hamalainen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Myoclonic Epilepsy. They are also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Progeria.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Myoclonic Epilepsy?

    Myoclonic epilepsy is a type of seizure disorder characterized by quick jerking movements due to uncontrolled muscle contractions caused by abnormal electrical impulses in the brain. Unlike grand mal (tonic-clonic) seizures, during a myoclonic seizure the affected individual does not lose consciousness. There are several types of myoclonic epilepsy, including infantile spasms, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome, juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, and progressive myoclonic epilepsy, among others.

    When should I see a Myoclonic Epilepsy doctor in Finland?

    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 Myoclonic Epilepsy doctor in Finland?

    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 do I find the best Myoclonic Epilepsy doctor in Finland?

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    How does MediFind rank Myoclonic Epilepsy doctors in Finland?

    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 Myoclonic Epilepsy doctors in Finland?

    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 Myoclonic Epilepsy doctor in Finland?

    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 Myoclonic Epilepsy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different 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 Myoclonic Epilepsy doctor in Finland?

    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 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 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 Myoclonic Epilepsy doctors in Finland?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the 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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