The 20 Best West Syndrome Doctors in Finland

Find the Top West Syndrome Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in West Syndrome near Finland. Of these, 24 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in West Syndrome

    Raili S. Riikonen
    Elite in West Syndrome

    Raili S. Riikonen
    Kuopio, FI 

    Raili Riikonen practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Riikonen is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Epilepsy in Children, and Epilepsy.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Anna-elina E. Lehesjoki
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Anna-elina E. Lehesjoki
    Helsinki, FI 

    Anna-elina Lehesjoki practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Lehesjoki is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses PEHO Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Lafora Disease, and Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Anna-kaisa K. Anttonen
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Anna-kaisa K. Anttonen
    Helsinki, FI 

    Anna-kaisa Anttonen practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Anttonen is rated as a Distinguished 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 PEHO Syndrome, West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

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    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Reetta K. Kalviainen
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Reetta K. Kalviainen
    Box 100, KYS, 
    Kuopio, FI 

    Reetta Kalviainen practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Kalviainen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Lafora Disease, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Eija Gaily
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Eija Gaily
    Helsinki, FI 

    Eija Gaily practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Gaily 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 Epilepsy in Children, West Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Tarja T. Linnankivi
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Tarja T. Linnankivi
    Helsinki, FI 

    Tarja Linnankivi practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Linnankivi 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 West Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, and Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Paivi M. Vieira
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Paivi M. Vieira
    Oulu, FI 

    Paivi Vieira practices practicing medicine in Oulu, Finland. Vieira 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 PEPCK 1 Deficiency, Glucose Transporter Deficiency, West Syndrome, and Lissencephaly.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Hannu J. Kokki
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Hannu J. Kokki
    P.o. Box 100, Fi-70029 Kys, 
    Kuopio, FI 

    Hannu Kokki practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Kokki 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 Acute Pain, West Syndrome, Tonsillitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Mikko Muona
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Mikko Muona
    Espoo, FI 

    Mikko Muona practices practicing medicine in Espoo, Finland. Muona is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses PEHO Syndrome, Lafora Disease, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Riikka Filppula-Keski
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Riikka Filppula-Keski
    Oulu, FI 

    Riikka Filppula-Keski practices practicing medicine in Oulu, Finland. Filppula-Keski 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 PEPCK 1 Deficiency, FG Syndrome, West Syndrome, and Multiple Pterygium Syndrome.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Carolina Courage
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Carolina Courage
    Helsinki, FI 

    Carolina Courage practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Courage 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 Myoclonic Epilepsy, Lafora Disease, Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, and Hartsfield Syndrome.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Tarja H. Joensuu
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Tarja H. Joensuu
    Helsinki, FI 

    Tarja Joensuu practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Joensuu 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 Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy, Lafora Disease, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Hannaleena Kokkonen
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Hannaleena Kokkonen
    Oulu, FI 

    Hannaleena Kokkonen practices practicing medicine in Oulu, Finland. Kokkonen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Lethal Congenital Contracture Syndrome, Anton Syndrome, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Oula A. Knuutinen
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Oula A. Knuutinen
    Oulu, FI 

    Oula Knuutinen practices practicing medicine in Oulu, Finland. Knuutinen 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 Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, West Syndrome, and CACH Syndrome.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Matti L. Sillanpaa
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Matti L. Sillanpaa
    Turku, FI 

    Matti Sillanpaa practices practicing medicine in Turku, Finland. Sillanpaa 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 Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, West Syndrome, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Sampsa Vanhatalo
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Sampsa Vanhatalo
    Helsinki, FI 

    Sampsa Vanhatalo practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Vanhatalo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Premature Infant, Asphyxia Neonatorum, Epilepsy in Children, and Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures.

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Salla M. Kangas
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Salla M. Kangas
    Oulu, FI 

    Salla Kangas practices practicing medicine in Oulu, Finland. Kangas is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Their clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Sialuria, and Sialic Acid Storage Disease.

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Maria H. Palosaari-Suo
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Maria H. Palosaari-Suo
    Oulu, FI 

    Maria Palosaari-Suo practices practicing medicine in Oulu, Finland. Ms. Palosaari-Suo is rated as an Experienced 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 Radiation Induced Meningioma, West Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Kienbock's Disease, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Svetlana Konovalova
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Svetlana Konovalova
    Helsinki, FI 

    Svetlana Konovalova practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Konovalova is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses PEHO Syndrome, West Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy.

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Taru Hilander
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Taru Hilander
    Helsinki, FI 

    Taru Hilander practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Hilander is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses PEHO Syndrome, West Syndrome, Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy, and Pontocerebellar Hypoplasia.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Finland?

    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 Finland?

    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.  

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    How does MediFind rank West Syndrome doctors in Finland?

    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 Finland?

    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 Finland?

    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 Finland?

    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 Finland?

    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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