The 20 Best West Syndrome Doctors Near Me in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 46 doctor with experience in West Syndrome near North Rhine-Westphalia, DE. Of these, 29 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Tilman Polster
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Tilman Polster
    Referral may be required
    Bielefeld, NW, DE 

    Tilman Polster practices practicing medicine in Bielefeld, Germany. Mr. Polster is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dravet Syndrome, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Cortical Dysplasia.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Ertan Mayatepek
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Ertan Mayatepek
    Referral may be required
    Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

    Ertan Mayatepek practices practicing medicine in Duesseldorf, Germany. Mr. Mayatepek is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Newborn Low Blood Sugar, Low Blood Sugar, Congenital Hyperinsulinism, Liver Transplant, and Ileostomy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Holger D. Thiele
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Holger D. Thiele
    Referral may be required
    Kerpener Str 62, 
    Koeln, NW, DE 

    Holger Thiele practices practicing medicine in Koeln, Germany. Mr. Thiele is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 83 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Cardiogenic Shock, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Felix Distelmaier
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Felix Distelmaier
    Referral may be required
    Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

    Felix Distelmaier practices practicing medicine in Duesseldorf, Germany. Mr. Distelmaier is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Leigh Syndrome, Mitochondrial Complex 1 Deficiency, Hypotonia, Lactic Acidosis, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Silvia Vieker
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Silvia Vieker
    Referral may be required
    Dortmund, NW, DE 

    Silvia Vieker practices practicing medicine in Dortmund, Germany. Ms. Vieker is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Lissencephaly, Epilepsy in Children, and Spasmus Nutans.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Dagmar Wieczorek
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Dagmar Wieczorek
    Referral may be required
    Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

    Dagmar Wieczorek practices practicing medicine in Duesseldorf, Germany. Ms. Wieczorek is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Micrognathia, Coffin-Siris Syndrome, Microcephaly, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Daniel Tibussek
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Daniel Tibussek
    Referral may be required
    Sankt Augustin, NW, DE 

    Daniel Tibussek practices practicing medicine in Sankt Augustin, Germany. Mr. Tibussek 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 Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, West Syndrome, Increased Intracranial Pressure, and Papilledema.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Carla Fladrowski
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Carla Fladrowski
    Referral may be required
    Datteln, NW, DE 

    Carla Fladrowski practices practicing medicine in Datteln, Germany. Ms. Fladrowski 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, Cortical Dysplasia, and West Syndrome.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Otfried M. Debus
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Otfried M. Debus
    Referral may be required
    Muenster, NW, DE 

    Otfried Debus practices practicing medicine in Muenster, Germany. Debus 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 Lissencephaly, West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, and Epilepsy in Children.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Michael Siniatchkin
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Michael Siniatchkin
    Referral may be required
    Aachen, NW, DE 

    Michael Siniatchkin practices practicing medicine in Aachen, Germany. Mr. Siniatchkin 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 Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy, and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS).

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Stephan Rust
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Stephan Rust
    Referral may be required
    Muenster, NW, DE 

    Stephan Rust practices practicing medicine in Muenster, Germany. Mr. Rust 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 Dilated Cardiomyopathy with Hypergonadotropic Hypogonadism, Pena-Shokeir Syndrome Type 2, PGM1-CDG, and DPAGT1-CDG.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Thorsten Marquardt
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Thorsten Marquardt
    Referral may be required
    Albert Schweitzer Str. 33, 
    Muenster, NW, DE 

    Thorsten Marquardt practices practicing medicine in Muenster, Germany. Mr. Marquardt is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dilated Cardiomyopathy with Hypergonadotropic Hypogonadism, PGM1-CDG, Niemann-Pick Disease, Glutaric Acidemia Type 2, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Janine Reunert
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Janine Reunert
    Referral may be required
    Muenster, NW, DE 

    Janine Reunert practices practicing medicine in Muenster, Germany. Ms. Reunert is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dilated Cardiomyopathy with Hypergonadotropic Hypogonadism, Pena-Shokeir Syndrome Type 2, Niemann-Pick Disease, and PGM1-CDG.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Tobias Brunger
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Tobias Brunger
    Referral may be required
    Koeln, NW, DE 

    Tobias Brunger practices practicing medicine in Koeln, Germany. Mr. Brunger 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 Myoclonic Epilepsy, Congenital Contractures, Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Rainer Surges
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Rainer Surges
    Referral may be required
    Sigmund Freud Str. 25, 
    Bonn, NW, DE 

    Rainer Surges practices practicing medicine in Bonn, Germany. Mr. Surges is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Jan-ulrich U. Schlump
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Jan-ulrich U. Schlump
    Referral may be required
    AMEOS Klinikum St. Clemens, 
    Oberhausen, NW, DE 

    Jan-ulrich Schlump practices practicing medicine in Oberhausen, Germany. Schlump 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 Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Tuberous Sclerosis, West Syndrome, Cortical Dysplasia, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Walid Fazeli
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Walid Fazeli
    Referral may be required
    Kerpener Str. 62, 
    Koeln, NW, DE 

    Walid Fazeli practices practicing medicine in Koeln, Germany. Mr. Fazeli 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 in Children, Epilepsy, Seizures, and Herpetic Stomatitis.

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Christoph A. Buhrer
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Christoph A. Buhrer
    Referral may be required

    GFO Kliniken Bonn

    Bonn, NW, DE 

    Christoph Buhrer practices practicing medicine in Bonn, Germany. Mr. Buhrer is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Premature Infant, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Peter Borusiak
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Peter Borusiak
    Referral may be required
    Bonn, NW, DE 

    Peter Borusiak practices practicing medicine in Bonn, Germany. Mr. Borusiak is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy in Children, West Syndrome, Epilepsy, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Wolfram S. Kunz
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Wolfram S. Kunz
    Referral may be required
    Sigmund Freud Str. 25, 
    Bonn, NW, DE 

    Wolfram Kunz practices practicing medicine in Bonn, Germany. Mr. Kunz is rated as an Experienced 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 Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy, Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Seizures.

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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 in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    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 in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    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 in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

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    How does MediFind rank West Syndrome doctors in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    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 in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    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 in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    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 in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    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 in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    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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