The 20 Best West Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Toronto, ON

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 71 doctor with experience in West Syndrome near Toronto, ON. Of these, 40 are Experienced, 23 are Advanced, 7 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in West Syndrome

    Robyn N. Whitney
    Elite in West Syndrome

    Robyn N. Whitney
    Referral may be required
    Hamilton, ON, CA 

    Robyn Whitney practices practicing medicine in Hamilton, Canada. Ms. Whitney is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Epilepsy, Spasmus Nutans, and Seizures.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Kevin C. Jones
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Kevin C. Jones
    Referral may be required
    Hamilton, ON, CA 

    Kevin Jones practices practicing medicine in Hamilton, Canada. Mr. Jones is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Epilepsy, and Seizures.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Hiroshi Otsubo
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Hiroshi Otsubo
    Referral may be required
    555 University Ave, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Hiroshi Otsubo practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Otsubo is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Cortical Dysplasia, Endovascular Embolization, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Ayako Ochi
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Ayako Ochi
    Referral may be required
    555 University Ave, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Ayako Ochi practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Ochi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Cortical Dysplasia, West Syndrome, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Carol A. Westall
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Carol A. Westall
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Carol Westall practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Westall is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spasmus Nutans, West Syndrome, Epilepsy in Children, and Epilepsy.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Shelly K. Weiss
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Shelly K. Weiss
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Shelly Weiss practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Weiss is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Epilepsy in Children, Epilepsy, Endovascular Embolization, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Danielle M. Andrade
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Danielle M. Andrade
    Referral may be required
    399 Bathurst Street, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Danielle Andrade practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Andrade is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, Epilepsy, Seizures, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Blathnaid M. Mccoy
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Blathnaid M. Mccoy
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Blathnaid Mccoy practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Mccoy is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Epilepsy, Cortical Dysplasia, and Spasmus Nutans.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Vann Chau
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Vann Chau
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Vann Chau practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Chau is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Premature Infant, Epilepsy in Children, Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, and Newborn Low Blood Sugar.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Orlando C. Snead
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Orlando C. Snead
    Referral may be required
    555 University Ave, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Orlando Snead practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Snead is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, Spasmus Nutans, and West Syndrome.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Rajesh Ramachandrannair
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Rajesh Ramachandrannair
    Referral may be required
    Hamilton, ON, CA 

    Rajesh Ramachandrannair practices practicing medicine in Hamilton, Canada. Mr. Ramachandrannair is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, West Syndrome, and Spasmus Nutans.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Sharon Whiting
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Sharon Whiting
    Referral may be required
    Ottawa, ON, CA 

    Sharon Whiting practices practicing medicine in Ottawa, Canada. Whiting is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Epilepsy, Spasmus Nutans, and Epilepsy in Children.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Devon L. Johnstone
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Devon L. Johnstone
    Referral may be required
    Ottawa, ON, CA 

    Devon Johnstone practices practicing medicine in Ottawa, Canada. Johnstone is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Glucose Phosphate Isomerase Deficiency, Hypotonia, and Spasmus Nutans.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Quratulain Ali-Zulfiqar
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Quratulain Ali-Zulfiqar
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Quratulain Ali-Zulfiqar practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ali-Zulfiqar is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Dravet Syndrome, and Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Arunan Selvarajah
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Arunan Selvarajah
    Referral may be required
    St Michael's Hospital, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Arunan Selvarajah practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Selvarajah is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dravet Syndrome, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and West Syndrome.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Gabriel M. Ronen
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Gabriel M. Ronen
    Referral may be required
    Hamilton, ON, CA 

    Gabriel Ronen practices practicing medicine in Hamilton, Canada. Mr. Ronen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, and Epilepsy in Children.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Arezoo Rezazadeh
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Arezoo Rezazadeh
    Referral may be required
    Ottawa, ON, CA 

    Arezoo Rezazadeh practices practicing medicine in Ottawa, Canada. Rezazadeh is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Chromosome 8p Deletion, Mosaic Trisomy 8, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Kym M. Boycott
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Kym M. Boycott
    Referral may be required
    Ottawa, ON, CA 

    Kym Boycott practices practicing medicine in Ottawa, Canada. Ms. Boycott is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mckusick-Kaufman Syndrome, Floating-Harbor Syndrome, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, Microcephaly, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Lucy R. Osborne
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Lucy R. Osborne
    Referral may be required
    1 King's College Circle, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Lucy Osborne practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Osborne is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Williams Syndrome, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, West Syndrome, and Pulmonary Supravalvular Stenosis.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Maria M. Zak
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Maria M. Zak
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Maria Zak practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Zak is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tuberous Sclerosis, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, West Syndrome, Cortical Dysplasia, and Endovascular Embolization.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of West Syndrome?

    West syndrome is characterized by a specific type of seizure (infantile spasms) seen in infancy and childhood. This syndrome leads to developmental regression and causes a specific pattern, known as hypsarrhythmia (chaotic brain waves), on electroencephalography (EEG) testing. The infantile spasms usually begin in the first year of life, typically between 4-8 months. The seizures primarily consist of a sudden bending forward of the body with stiffening of the arms and legs; some children arch their backs as they extend their arms and legs. Spasms tend to occur upon awakening or after feeding, and often occur in clusters of up to 100 spasms at a time. Infants may have dozens of clusters and several hundred spasms per day. Many disorders leading to brain injury, such as birth problems, cerebral anomalies, metabolic disorders, and genetic disorders can lead to these spasms, making it important to identify the underlying cause. In some children, no cause can be found. Some children have spasms as the result of brain lesions, and surgical removal of these lesions may result in improvement.

    When should I see a West Syndrome doctor near Toronto, ON?

    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 West Syndrome doctor near Toronto, ON?

    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 West Syndrome doctor near Toronto, ON?

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

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    How does MediFind rank West Syndrome doctors near Toronto, ON?

    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 West Syndrome doctors near Toronto, ON?

    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 West Syndrome doctor near Toronto, ON?

    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 West Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different West Syndrome 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 West Syndrome doctor near Toronto, ON?

    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 West Syndrome 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 West Syndrome 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 West Syndrome doctors near Toronto, ON?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the West Syndrome 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 West Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

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