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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 37 doctor with experience in West Syndrome near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 25 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    37 providers found
      Elite in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Elite in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      400 Parnassus Ave Fl 8, Box 0348, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Sullivan is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Myoclonic Epilepsy, Dravet Syndrome, Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures, and Epilepsy.

      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Advanced in West Syndrome

      Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

      505 Parnassus Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Knowlton is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Knowlton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Distinguished in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Distinguished in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology

      Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

      400 Parnassus Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Elliott Sherr is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Sherr is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Corpus Callosum Agenesis, Autism Spectrum Disorder, West Syndrome, and Cerebellar Agenesis.

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      Distinguished in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology
      Distinguished in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology

      Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

      400 Parnassus Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nilika Singhal is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Singhal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Epilepsy, and Epilepsy in Children.

      Distinguished in West Syndrome
      Distinguished in West Syndrome
      505 Parnassus Ave, M798, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Maria Cilio is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cilio is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures.

      Hannah C. Glass
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      400 Parnassus Ave Fl 8, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Hannah Glass is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Glass is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, Absence Seizure, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology

      Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

      400 Parnassus Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ernesto Gonzalez-Giraldo is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Gonzalez-Giraldo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Epilepsy, Seizures, and Epilepsy in Children.

      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      400 Parnassus Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel Lowenstein is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Lowenstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Status Epilepticus, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy.

      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Neurology
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Neurology

      Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

      400 Parnassus Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Manu Hegde is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hegde is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Partial Seizure, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.

      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Advanced in West Syndrome

      University Of California San Francisco

      400 Parnassus Ave, Mcb300, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Vikram Rao is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Rao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      505 Parnassus Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Heidi Kirsch is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Kirsch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Absence Seizure.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      2299 Post St, Suite 102, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Marina Kasavin is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Kasavin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Seizures, and Epilepsy.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      1001 Potrero Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lennart Mucke is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Mucke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Memory Loss.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      University Of California Sfgh Medical Group

      1001 Potrero Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Paul Garcia is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Stroke.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatrics | Neurology
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatrics | Neurology
      550 16th Street, Floor 4 Ucsf Pediatrics, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sharon Wietstock is a Pediatrics specialist and a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Wietstock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Seizures, Encephalitis, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Child and Adolescent Psychiatry | Neurology
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Child and Adolescent Psychiatry | Neurology
      550 16th St, Ucsf Pediatrics, Box 0110, 4th Floor, 4551, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Roxanne Simmons is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Simmons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Absence Seizure, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, and Seizures.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      400 Parnassus Ave 8th Fl Box 0137, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Donna Ferriero is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Ferriero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, Cerebral Hypoxia, Premature Infant, and Stroke.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology
      400 Parnassus Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Yvonne Wu is a Pediatric Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Myoclonic Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Seizures, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      University Of California San Francisco

      400 Parnassus Ave, Mcb300, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Susannah Cornes is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cornes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Conversion Disorder.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology

      Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

      400 Parnassus Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Danilo Bernardo is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Bernardo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Seizures, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 San Francisco, CA?

      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 San Francisco, CA?

      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 near San Francisco, CA?

      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 San Francisco, CA?

      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 San Francisco, CA?

      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 San Francisco, CA?

      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 San Francisco, CA?

      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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