The 20 Best Status Epilepticus Doctors Near Me in durham, NC

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Status Epilepticus near durham, NC. Of these, 16 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Status Epilepticus
    Elite in Status Epilepticus
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    Duke Children's Hospital & Health Center

    2301 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    919-668-0477
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Dmitry Tchapyjnikov is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Tchapyjnikov is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Status Epilepticus, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Tchapyjnikov is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    919-681-1700
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Luedke is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Luedke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Luedke is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Epilepsy, American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology , and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology . Dr. Luedke is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    919-681-1700
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Skeen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Skeen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Encephalitis, and Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. Dr. Skeen is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology , American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology , and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Skeen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Status Epilepticus

    Dr. Aatif M. Husain
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Distinguished in Status Epilepticus

    Dr. Aatif M. Husain
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Duke Neurology Morreene Road

    932 Morreene Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (3.1 miles away)
    919-668-2879
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Aatif Husain is a Neurologist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Husain is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Drowsiness, Epilepsy, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Microvascular Decompression. Dr. Husain is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Sleep Medicine , American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Epilepsy, American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology , and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology . Dr. Husain is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Status Epilepticus
    Advanced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    919-681-1700
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Powers is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Powers is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Seizures, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Powers is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine , American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Vascular Neurology , and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology. Dr. Powers is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Status Epilepticus

    Dr. Darrell V. Lewis
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Status Epilepticus

    Dr. Darrell V. Lewis
    Pediatric Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2100 Erwin Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    919-620-4467
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darrell Lewis is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Status Epilepticus, Seizures, and Epilepsy in Children.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    919-681-1700
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Marathi
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vishal Mandge is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Mandge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Memory Loss. Dr. Mandge is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology. Dr. Mandge is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral required

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    919-681-1700
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Eckstein is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Eckstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Dr. Eckstein is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology. Dr. Eckstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    919-681-1700
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Xiaoyan Li is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. Dr. Li is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology . Dr. Li is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    Office

    Durham, NC 
     (0.1 miles away)
    919-684-8111
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Guptill is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Guptill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Thymectomy.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Dr. Nicole L. Nisly
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Dr. Nicole L. Nisly
    Internal Medicine

    Duke Primary Care Wellesley

    351 Wellesley Trade Ln, 
    Cary, NC 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese
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    Nicole Nisly is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Nisly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Brittle Cornea Syndrome, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Nisly is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nisly is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Dr. Hae W. Shin
    Neurology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Dr. Hae W. Shin
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    170 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    919-966-4131
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hae Shin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Shin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Partial Seizure. Dr. Shin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    Office

    170 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill,, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    919-966-8178
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jorge Almodovar-Suarez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill,, North Carolina. Dr. Almodovar-Suarez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2B, Dystrophinopathy, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I. Dr. Almodovar-Suarez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    Office

    170 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    919-966-8162
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Fazila Aseem is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Aseem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Status Epilepticus, and Mononeuritis Multiplex. Dr. Aseem is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    984-974-1000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Casey Olm-Shipman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Olm-Shipman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Apoplexy, Status Epilepticus, and Craniectomy. Dr. Olm-Shipman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    919-966-4401
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Wang is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    919-966-7890
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Tamara Strohm is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Strohm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Apoplexy, Thrombectomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Strohm is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Dr. Senyene E. Hunter
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus

    Dr. Senyene E. Hunter
    Pediatric Neurology
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    919-966-4131
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Senyene Hunter is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Hunter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Epilepsy in Children, and Epilepsy. Dr. Hunter is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (10.6 miles away)
    919-966-4131
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Huang is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Huang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Seizures, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Gastrostomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Huang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Experienced in Status Epilepticus
    Referral may be required

    UNC Hospital Vascular Clinic At Meadowmont

    300 Meadowmont Village Cir Ste 202, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (12.2 miles away)
    984-974-4401
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brandon Waters is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Waters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Status Epilepticus. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features. Dr. Waters is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 durham, NC?

    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 durham, NC?

    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 Status Epilepticus doctor near durham, NC?

    You can find a Status Epilepticus doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Status Epilepticus doctors near durham, NC?

    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 durham, NC?

    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 durham, NC?

    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 durham, NC?

    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 durham, NC?

    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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