The 20 Best West Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Tokyo, JP

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 97 doctor with experience in West Syndrome near Tokyo, JP. Of these, 62 are Experienced, 29 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in West Syndrome

    Mitsuhiro Kato
    Elite in West Syndrome

    Mitsuhiro Kato
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Mitsuhiro Kato practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Kato is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Spasmus Nutans, West Syndrome, Cortical Dysplasia, and Epilepsy.

    Elite in West Syndrome

    Ryuki Matsuura
    Elite in West Syndrome

    Ryuki Matsuura
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Ryuki Matsuura practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Matsuura is rated as an Elite 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 West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Epilepsy in Children, and Epilepsy.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Noriko Miyake
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Noriko Miyake
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Noriko Miyake practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Ms. Miyake is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 85 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Coffin-Siris Syndrome, Kabuki Syndrome, Microcephaly, Thrombectomy, and Fasciotomy.

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    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Hirokazu Takeuchi
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Hirokazu Takeuchi
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Hirokazu Takeuchi practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Takeuchi is rated as a Distinguished 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, Spasmus Nutans, Epilepsy in Children, and Epilepsy.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Kenjiro Kikuchi
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Kenjiro Kikuchi
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Kenjiro Kikuchi practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Kikuchi 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 Spasmus Nutans, West Syndrome, Epilepsy in Children, and Seizures.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Satoru Ikemoto
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    Satoru Ikemoto
    Referral may be required
    Minato, JP 

    Satoru Ikemoto practices practicing medicine in Minato, Japan. Mr. Ikemoto is rated as a Distinguished 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 West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Epilepsy in Children, and Epilepsy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Masayuki Itoh
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Masayuki Itoh
    Referral may be required
    Kodaira, JP 

    Masayuki Itoh practices practicing medicine in Kodaira, Japan. Mr. Itoh 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 Lissencephaly, Lissencephaly 1, Miller-Dieker Syndrome, and Subcortical Band Heterotopia.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Shimpei Baba
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Shimpei Baba
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Shimpei Baba practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Baba is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, and Phosphoglycerate Kinase Deficiency.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Gaku Yamanaka
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Gaku Yamanaka
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Gaku Yamanaka practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Yamanaka is rated as an Advanced 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, Migraine, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Kenji Sugai
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Kenji Sugai
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    Chiyoda, JP 

    Kenji Sugai practices practicing medicine in Chiyoda, Japan. Mr. Sugai 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 Hemimegalencephaly, Epilepsy in Children, Increased Head Circumference, and Seizures.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Eiji Nakagawa
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Eiji Nakagawa
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Eiji Nakagawa practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Nakagawa is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemimegalencephaly, Epilepsy in Children, Epilepsy, and Cortical Dysplasia.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Hisato Suzuki
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Hisato Suzuki
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Hisato Suzuki practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Suzuki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Increased Head Circumference, Baller-Gerold Syndrome, Rapadilino Syndrome, Acromicric Dysplasia, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Shinichiro Morichi
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Shinichiro Morichi
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Shinichiro Morichi practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Morichi 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 Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, West Syndrome, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Epilepsy in Children.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Hisashi Kawashima
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Hisashi Kawashima
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Hisashi Kawashima practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Kawashima is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Pediatric Myocarditis, West Syndrome, and Hypophosphatasia (HPP).

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Aiko Nishikawa
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Aiko Nishikawa
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    Shinjuku, JP 

    Aiko Nishikawa practices practicing medicine in Shinjuku, Japan. Ms. Nishikawa 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 Myoclonic Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Short-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Tadashi Kaname
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Tadashi Kaname
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Tadashi Kaname practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Kaname is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypotonia, Micrognathia, Aarskog Syndrome, Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita Neurogenic Type, and Splenectomy.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Yusuke S. Watanabe
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Yusuke S. Watanabe
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Yusuke Watanabe practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Watanabe is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Asako Horino
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Asako Horino
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Asako Horino practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Ms. Horino is rated as an Advanced 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 West Syndrome, Encephalitis, Epilepsy, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Mika Takeshita
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Mika Takeshita
    Referral may be required
    Nishishinjuku, JP 

    Mika Takeshita practices practicing medicine in Nishishinjuku, Japan. Takeshita 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, Migraine, Spasmus Nutans, and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).

    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Motohiro Kato
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Motohiro Kato
    Referral may be required
    Tokyo, JP 

    Motohiro Kato practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Kato is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. They are also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Leukemia, Adult T-Cell Leukemia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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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 Tokyo, JP?

    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 Tokyo, JP?

    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 Tokyo, JP?

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    How does MediFind rank West Syndrome doctors in Tokyo, JP?

    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 Tokyo, JP?

    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 Tokyo, JP?

    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 Tokyo, JP?

    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 Tokyo, JP?

    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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