The 20 Best West Syndrome Doctors Near Me in elkton, MD

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in West Syndrome near elkton, MD. Of these, 13 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Michael D. Gibbons
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Michael D. Gibbons
    Internal Medicine

    Christianacare Union Hospital

    106 Bow St, 
    Elkton, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    410-398-4000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Gibbons is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Elkton, Maryland. Dr. Gibbons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Low Sodium Level, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Gibbons is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Sushma Kaveti
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Sushma Kaveti
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd Ste 5A43, 
    Newark, DE 
     (6.9 miles away)
    302-623-0188
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Sushma Kaveti is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Kaveti is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Esophagitis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Low Sodium Level, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kaveti is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Christiana Care Neurology Specialists

    200 Hygeia Dr Ste 1420, 
    Newark, DE 
     (7.8 miles away)
    302-623-3017
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Etsegenet Tizazu is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Tizazu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Tizazu is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome
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    Christiana Care Neurology Specialists

    200 Hygeia Dr Ste 1420, 
    Newark, DE 
     (7.8 miles away)
    302-623-3017
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Carunchio is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Carunchio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Headache, Memory Loss, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease. Dr. Carunchio is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Douglas B. Gersh MD. LLC

    774 Christiana Rd Ste 201, 
    Newark, DE 
     (7.8 miles away)
    302-727-0275
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    John Townsend-Iii is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Townsend-Iii is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Seizures, Memory Loss, Myasthenia Gravis, and Epilepsy. Dr. Townsend-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Neurology Specialist Newark

    200 Hygeia Drive, Suite 1420, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.3 miles away)
    302-623-3017
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Pollard is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Pollard is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Memory Loss. Dr. Pollard is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Neurology Specialist Newark

    200 Hygeia Drive, Suite 1420, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.3 miles away)
    302-623-3017
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Oommen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Oommen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Oommen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Referral required

    Neurology Specialist Newark

    200 Hygeia Drive, Suite 1420, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.3 miles away)
    302-623-3017
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dagmara Pychynski is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Pychynski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Pychynski is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Ying J. Zhu
    Family Medicine | Geriatrics
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Ying J. Zhu
    Family Medicine | Geriatrics

    Van Buren Medical Associates

    1941 Limestone Rd, Suite 211, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (12.4 miles away)
    302-998-1151
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Ying Zhu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Geriatrics in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Zhu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Contact Dermatitis, and Anemia. Dr. Zhu is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Azhar H. Khan
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Azhar H. Khan
    Internal Medicine

    Christianacare

    4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.4 miles away)
    302-623-0188
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Azhar Khan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Sepsis, Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Justin S. Nichols
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Justin S. Nichols
    Internal Medicine

    Christianacare

    4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.4 miles away)
    302-320-4411
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Justin Nichols is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Nichols is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diffuse Panbronchiolitis, Cerebral Hypoxia, Low Blood Pressure, and Pneumonia. Dr. Nichols is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Arpankumar Thaker
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Arpankumar Thaker
    Internal Medicine

    Christianacare

    4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.4 miles away)
    302-623-0188
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Arpankumar Thaker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newark, Delaware. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Thaker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Anemia, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Thaker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Brian K. Janney
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Dr. Brian K. Janney
    Family Medicine

    Inpatient Consultants Of Pennsylvania PC

    111 Continental Dr Ste 406, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.8 miles away)
    302-368-2630
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Brian Janney is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Janney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Anemia, Stroke, and Orthostatic Hypotension.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 near elkton, MD?

    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 elkton, MD?

    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 near elkton, MD?

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    How does MediFind rank West Syndrome doctors near elkton, MD?

    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 elkton, MD?

    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 elkton, MD?

    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 elkton, MD?

    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 elkton, MD?

    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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