The 20 Best Status Epilepticus Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

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The 20 Best Status Epilepticus Doctors near San Francisco, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 44 doctor with experience in Status Epilepticus near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 38 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elan Guterman
    Elite in Status Epilepticus
    Elite in Status Epilepticus

    University Of California San Francisco

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

    Dr. Elan Guterman is a neurologist who cares for patients with a variety of neurological conditions. She sees those needing evaluation in the emergency department and those admitted to the hospital. The goal of Guterman's research is to improve treatment and delivery of both emergency and hospital care for patients with neurological disorders. She is particularly interested in improving treatment for status epilepticus, a condition in which a seizure lasts longer than five minutes or in which seizures occur so close together that patients can't recover in between. Guterman earned her medical degree at Weill Cornell Medicine. At UCSF, she completed a residency in neurology, followed by a fellowship in the neurohospitalist program, which focuses on care of critically ill patients with neurological conditions. She is committed to providing quality patient care, pursuing research to improve patient outcomes and mentoring neurology trainees. Dr. Guterman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Status Epilepticus, Seizures, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Katherine L. Werbaneth
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 6, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Werbaneth is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Werbaneth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Partial Familial Epilepsy. Dr. Werbaneth is currently accepting new patients.

    Kenneth D. Laxer
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 6, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Laxer is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Laxer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Laxer is currently accepting new patients.

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    William J. Estrin
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    William J. Estrin, MD Private Practice

    450 Sutter St, Ste 1324, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    caring, good listener, dedicated, intelligent, compassionate, committed, healing and reassuring. Dr. Estrin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Stroke, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Advanced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology
    Advanced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology

    Office

    505 Parnassus Ave # M798, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Cilio is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cilio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures.

    Distinguished in Status Epilepticus
    Distinguished in Status Epilepticus

    University Of California San Francisco

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

    Daniel Lowenstein is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Lowenstein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Status Epilepticus, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy.

    Distinguished in Status Epilepticus
    Distinguished in Status Epilepticus

    San Francisco Medical Center

    450 6th Avenue, 3rd Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Betjemann is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Betjemann is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Status Epilepticus, Seizures, Stroke, Epilepsy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Betjemann is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Status Epilepticus
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Status Epilepticus
    Pediatric Neurology

    Epilepsy Clinic

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

    Joseph Sullivan is a Pediatric Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dravet Syndrome, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Epilepsy.

    Rana Moosavi
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 6, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rana Moosavi is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Moosavi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).

    Advanced in Status Epilepticus
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Status Epilepticus
    Pediatric Neurology

    UCSF Benioff Childrens Hospital

    1975 4th St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kendall Nash is a Pediatric Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Nash is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Seizures, Status Epilepticus, and West Syndrome.

    Hannah Glass
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Pediatric Neurology

    UCSF Pediatric Dentistry

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

    Hannah Glass is a Pediatric Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Glass is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, Absence Seizure, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Robert C. Knowlton
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Epilepsy Center

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

    Dr. Robert Knowlton is a neurologist who specializes in diagnosing complex cases of epilepsy, such as those with no clear origin found using standard tests. In his clinical practice, Knowlton combines a variety of advanced diagnostic tests to pinpoint the source of seizures in the brain. He is especially interested in identifying patients who could successfully be treated with surgery and given a permanent option for a life free from seizures. In addition to taking appointments at our Epilepsy Center in San Francisco, Knowlton sees patients in Marin County at our Neurosurgery Clinic in Greenbrae . All appointments should be made through the Epilepsy Center. Knowlton's research focuses on neuroimaging and clinical decision making in the surgical treatment of seizure disorders and brain tumors. Dr. Knowlton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Manu Hegde
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology

    Epilepsy Center

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

    Dr. Manu Hegde is a neurologist and epilepsy specialist who cares for adults who have seizures. He treats seizure disorders using the full spectrum of medications and is skilled at using cutting-edge imaging and neurophysiological tools that measure nervous system responses. Hegde is experienced at guiding patients who are interested in pursuing surgery for epilepsy, including looking at the option of implantable neurostimulation devices. Committed to helping patients improve their quality of life, he takes a holistic approach that aims to do more than just control seizures. Hegde's research focuses on finding epilepsy biomarkers, factors that might predict the effectiveness of treatment before patients actually have a seizure. He is a principal investigator for the Human Epilepsy Project , a large multicenter observational study of people with epilepsy. His other research interests include the links between epilepsy and autoimmune disease, improving mental health care for people with seizures and improving patient safety. Hegde earned his medical degree and a doctorate in neuroscience at the University of California, Davis. He completed a residency in neurology at UCSF, serving as a chief neurology resident for Moffitt Hospital in his final year. He then completed a fellowship in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology at UCSF before joining the faculty. He is a fellow of the American Epilepsy Society and a member of the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Hegde is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Partial Seizure, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.

    Tina T. Shih
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Epilepsy Center

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

    Dr. Tina Shih, a neurologist at the UCSF Epilepsy Center, specializes in treating epilepsy in the elderly, managing patients with drug-resistant seizures and caring for patients who have surgery for epilepsy. She also has expertise in psychiatric conditions related to epilepsy. Shih earned her medical degree at Stanford University School of Medicine and completed an internship at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. After a residency in neurology at Columbia University Medical Center, she completed a fellowship in epilepsy at the Columbia Comprehensive Epilepsy Center. Her research interests include the use of antiepileptic drugs in nursing homes as well as racial and ethnic disparities in epilepsy. Dr. Shih is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Dravet Syndrome, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Jon Kleen
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology

    Epilepsy Center

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

    Dr. Jon Kleen is a neurologist who specializes in epilepsy care. He is dedicated to improving the lives of patients with epilepsy by stopping seizures and finding new ways to overcome epilepsy-related cognitive issues, such as memory problems. Kleen is a neuroscientist with expertise in signal processing (the use of computers to study patterns in large amounts of data), which he applies to cutting-edge diagnostic approaches and emerging therapies for epilepsy, including brain stimulation. As part of his research, he investigates how memory circuits work in the human brain and why they are disrupted in many people with epilepsy. He also develops technology that integrates brainwave recordings with brain images to help pinpoint where seizures start, with the goal of increasing the chance for future curative surgery in patients whose prior treatments failed. Kleen earned a doctorate in neuroscience from Dartmouth College and his medical degree from the Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine. At UCSF, he completed a residency in neurology, serving as chief resident, and a fellowship in epilepsy. He also completed postdoctoral training in human neurophysiology at UCSF. In 2017, he was elected by UCSF medical students for membership in UCSF's chapter of Alpha Omega Alpha for excellence in teaching. Kleen enjoys spending his free time with family, as well as practicing Spanish and basic Mandarin, bicycling in Golden Gate Park, watching the ocean from San Francisco's landmark Sutro Baths, and getting lost in Wikipedia. Dr. Kleen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Absence Seizure, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Vanja Douglas
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    University Of California San Francisco

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

    Dr. Vanja Douglas is a neurohospitalist, a specialist in caring for hospitalized patients with neurological diseases. His expertise includes stroke, Guillain-Barre syndrome, multiple sclerosis, seizures, meningitis and delirium, as well as less common conditions such as acute transverse myelitis (inflammation in the spinal cord), refractory status epilepticus (continuous seizures that don't respond to treatment), infectious encephalitis and autoimmune encephalitis. Douglas earned his medical degree from UCSF, where he then completed a residency in neurology, serving as chief resident. He also completed a neurohospitalist fellowship at UCSF. He has been a faculty member in UCSF's neurohospitalist program since 2009. Dr. Douglas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Seizures, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, and Encephalitis.

    Nicole Rosendale
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    University Of California San Francisco

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

    Nicole Rosendale is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Rosendale is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Seizures, Dysarthria, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement. Dr. Rosendale is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology

    Office

    675 Nelson Rising Ln Ste 210, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anup Sonti is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Sonti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Status Epilepticus, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Internal Medicine

    California Pacific Medical Center-Van Ness Campus

    1101 Van Ness Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laura Zhang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Stroke, Peptic Ulcer, Liver Embolization, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Internal Medicine

    California Pacific Medical Center-Van Ness Campus

    1101 Van Ness Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jane Park is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Sepsis, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Status Epilepticus?

    Status epilepticus (SE) is defined as an extremely rare condition of experiencing prolonged epileptic seizures (convulsions caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain) lasting longer than five minutes or a single seizure lasting longer than five minutes without a return to consciousness. Status epilepticus is considered to be a medical emergency. Status epilepticus is categorized into three subtypes: 1) Generalized Convulsive Status Epilepticus (GCSE), characterized by convulsions with abnormal, rapid eye movements, drooling, jerking limb movements, and grunting; and 2) Subtle Convulsive Status Epilepticus, characterized by abnormal, rapid eye movements, facial twitching, and subtle jerking of the limbs; and 3) Non-Convulsive status epilepticus (NCSE), also known as Complex Partial Status Epilepticus, characterized by confusion, abnormal, rapid eye movement, an appearance of daydreaming, possible loss of speech, personality changes, and irrational behavior or psychosis).

    When should I see a Status Epilepticus doctor near San Francisco, 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 Status Epilepticus doctor near San Francisco, 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 Status Epilepticus doctors near San Francisco, 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 Status Epilepticus doctors near San Francisco, 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 Status Epilepticus doctor near San Francisco, 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 Status Epilepticus doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Status Epilepticus 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 Status Epilepticus doctor near San Francisco, 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 Status Epilepticus 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 Status Epilepticus 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 Status Epilepticus doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Status Epilepticus 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 Status Epilepticus doctor that offers video calls?

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