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    Last Updated: 01/09/2026

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    MediFind found 25 doctor with experience in West Syndrome near Portugal. Of these, 17 are Experienced and 8 are Advanced.

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      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Santo Antonio De Felheiros, PT 

      Cristina Garrido practices in Santo Antonio De Felheiros, Portugal. Ms. Garrido is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration, Hallervorden-Spatz Disease, and Norrie Disease.

      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Santa Maria, PT 

      Jose Ferreira practices in Santa Maria, Portugal. Mr. Ferreira is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Tuberous Sclerosis, Cortical Dysplasia, and West Syndrome.

      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Lisbon, PT 

      Sofia Quintas practices in Lisbon, Portugal. Ms. Quintas is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.

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      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Santo Antonio De Felheiros, PT 

      Sonia Figueiroa practices in Santo Antonio De Felheiros, Portugal. Ms. Figueiroa is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Glycogen Storage Disease Type 5, Optic Neuritis, and Transverse Myelitis.

      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Lisbon, PT 

      Ana Franco practices in Lisbon, Portugal. Ms. Franco is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Myoclonic Epilepsy, Seizures, West Syndrome, Craniectomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Coimbra, PT 

      Cristina Pereira practices in Coimbra, Portugal. Ms. Pereira is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, and Epilepsy.

      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Santo Antonio De Felheiros, PT 

      Rui Rangel practices in Santo Antonio De Felheiros, Portugal. Mr. Rangel is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, West Syndrome, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Porto, PT 

      Goncalo Cacao practices in Porto, Portugal. Cacao is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Myoclonic Epilepsy, Neurosyphilis, Norrie Disease, and Syphilis.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Porto, PT 

      Rui Chorao practices in Porto, Portugal. Mr. Chorao is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Epilepsy, Norrie Disease, and Cerebellar Hypoplasia.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Porto, PT 

      Joao Chaves practices in Porto, Portugal. Mr. Chaves is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Lafora Disease.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Almada, PT 

      Augusto Rachao practices in Almada, Portugal. Mr. Rachao is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Stroke, Schwannoma, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Thrombectomy.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Porto, PT 

      Mafalda Sampaio practices in Porto, Portugal. Ms. Sampaio is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Status Epilepticus, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Microcephaly, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Porto, PT 

      Miguel Leao practices in Porto, Portugal. Mr. Leao is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lateral Meningocele Syndrome, Microcephaly, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, Cortical Dysplasia, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Coimbra, PT 

      Manuela Grazina practices in Coimbra, Portugal. Ms. Grazina is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Kearns-Sayre Syndrome, Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia, Citrullinemia, and Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Coimbra, PT 

      Raquel Henriques practices in Coimbra, Portugal. Ms. Henriques is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Craniotabes, West Syndrome, Meconium Aspiration Syndrome, and Infantile Pneumothorax.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Coimbra, PT 

      Marta Simoes practices in Coimbra, Portugal. Ms. Simoes is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Kearns-Sayre Syndrome, Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia, Citrullinemia, and Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Santo Antonio De Felheiros, PT 

      Manuela Santos practices in Santo Antonio De Felheiros, Portugal. Ms. Santos is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A, Central Core Disease, Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures, and Epilepsy in Children.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Faro, PT 

      Maria Cancela practices in Faro, Portugal. Ms. Cancela is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Keutel Syndrome, Paget's Disease of Bone, Hemochromatosis, and Grix Blankenship Peterson Syndrome.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Faro, PT 

      Natercia Conceicao practices in Faro, Portugal. Conceicao is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Keutel Syndrome, Paget's Disease of Bone, Grix Blankenship Peterson Syndrome, and CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Coimbra, PT 

      Luisa Diogo practices in Coimbra, Portugal. Ms. Diogo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are ALG1-CDG, Leigh Syndrome, Galactosemia, and DPAGT1-CDG.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 Portugal?

      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 Portugal?

      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 does MediFind rank West Syndrome doctors in Portugal?

      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 Portugal?

      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 Portugal?

      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 Portugal?

      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 Portugal?

      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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