The 20 Best Status Epilepticus Doctors Near Me in Atlanta, GA

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The 20 Best Status Epilepticus Doctors near Atlanta, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 31 doctor with experience in Status Epilepticus near Atlanta, GA. Of these, 29 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Dinesh V. Jillella
    Advanced in Status Epilepticus
    Advanced in Status Epilepticus

    Emory University Hospital Midtown

    550 Peachtree Street Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Offers Telehealth

    Dinesh Jillella is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Jillella has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Increased Intracranial Pressure, CACH Syndrome, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Wendy L. Wright
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Emory University Hospital Midtown

    550 Peachtree Street Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wendy Wright is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Wright has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Status Epilepticus, Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, and Gastrostomy.

    Jane L. Gilmore
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Intensive Care Medicine | Neurology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Intensive Care Medicine | Neurology

    Woodruff Memorial Research Building

    101 Woodruff Cir Ste 6000, Ste6000, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    43+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jane Gilmore is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Gilmore has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Apoplexy, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Gastrostomy, and Stent Placement.

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    Casey L. Hall
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Intensive Care Medicine | Neurology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Intensive Care Medicine | Neurology

    Emory University Hospital

    1364 Clifton Road Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Casey Hall is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Hall has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Brain Herniation, Gastrostomy, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Intensive Care Medicine | Neurology | Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Intensive Care Medicine | Neurology | Neurosurgery

    Emory University Hospital

    1364 Clifton Road Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jacqueline Kraft is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Kraft has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology

    Emory University Hospital

    1364 Clifton Road Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin

    Hang Shi is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Shi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Dysarthria, Stroke, Seizures, Thrombectomy, and Islet Cell Transplantation.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology | Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology | Ophthalmology

    Emory Eye Center

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sachin Kedar is a Neurologist and an Ophthalmologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Kedar has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Papilledema, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Optic Neuritis, and Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.

    Jason H. Smith
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Collier Road

    105 Collier Road NW, Suite 2000, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Smith earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia and completed his internship and residency at Emory University School of Medicine. A native of New York City, Dr. Smith is board certified in internal medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Smith strives to create a comfortable environment for his patients. He works one on one with his patients to serve as their advisor on health care. In his free time, he enjoys photography and playing tennis. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Brian T. Cabaniss
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Emory Brain Health Center

    12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Cabaniss is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Cabaniss has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    David A. Olson
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    DeKalb Neurology Group

    2665 North Decatur Road, Ste540, 
    Decatur, GA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Olson is a Neurologist in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Olson has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Peripheral Neuropathy.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Emory Medical Care Foundation Inc

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr Se, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Catherine Albin is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Albin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 1, Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement. Dr. Albin is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roger Simon is an Internal Medicine provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Simon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Headache, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss.

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

    Emory University Department Of Pediatrics

    49 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nurcan Ilksoy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Ilksoy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Renovascular Hypertension, Nephrosclerosis, Hepatitis, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Family Medicine

    Wellstreet Of Georgia PC

    882 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ujwal Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Status Epilepticus, Epilepsy in Children, and Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal Crisis.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Piedmont Physicians Neuro Intensivist

    1968 Peachtree Road Northwest, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Indira De Jesus Alvelo is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. De Jesus Alvelo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Apoplexy, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology

    Piedmont Atlanta Hospital

    1968 Peachtree Rd NW, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lu Silu is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Silu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Stroke, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology

    Piedmont Atlanta Hospital

    1968 Peachtree Rd NW, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anand Sarma is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Sarma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Apoplexy, and Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Neurology

    Emory University Hospital

    1364 Clifton Rd NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Feras Akbik is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Akbik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Emory Pain Center-Executive Park

    12 Executive Park Dr NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rebecca Matthews is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Matthews is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Emory Brain Health Center

    12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erik Johnson is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Johnson has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).

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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 Atlanta, GA?

    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 Atlanta, GA?

    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 Atlanta, GA?

    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 Atlanta, GA?

    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 Atlanta, GA?

    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 Atlanta, GA?

    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 Atlanta, GA?

    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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