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    Last Updated: 01/09/2026

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    MediFind found 33 doctor with experience in West Syndrome near Saint Louis, MO. Of these, 29 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    33 providers found
      Elite in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Elite in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      1 Childrens Pl, Dept Neurology, Ste 2130, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French
      Accepting New Patients

      Renee Shellhaas is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Shellhaas is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy in Children, West Syndrome, Spasmus Nutans, Seizures, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Shellhaas is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      Washington University

      660 S Euclid Ave, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lawrence Eisenman is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Eisenman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy.

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

      Washington University

      1 Childrens Pl, Suite Candd, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Liu Thio is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Thio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Photosensitive Epilepsy, West Syndrome, Epilepsy, and Seizures. Dr. Thio is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Advanced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      1 Childrens Pl, Div Neurology Pediatrics, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Christina Gurnett is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Gurnett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Distal Arthrogryposis, Distal Arthrogryposis Type 6, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, and Posterior Fossa Decompression. Dr. Gurnett is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      Ssm Health Care Group

      1225 S Grand Blvd, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Pratap Chand is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Chand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Chand is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      Ssm Health Care Group

      1201 S Grand Blvd, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sara Huser is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Huser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Foot Drop, Migraine, Spasticity, and Inclusion Body Myositis. Dr. Huser is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      Washington University

      4444 Forest Park Ave, Suite 2600, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nupur Ghoshal is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Ghoshal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Frontotemporal Dementia, Dementia, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Memory Loss, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ghoshal is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      Washington University

      4455 Duncan Ave, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David Carpenter is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Carpenter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement. Dr. Carpenter is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      Washington University

      4455 Duncan Ave, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mary Bertrand is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Bertrand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Absence Seizure, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, Seizures, and Epilepsy in Children. Dr. Bertrand is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      517 S Euclid Ave, Ground Floor, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Marcus Raichle is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Raichle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, West Syndrome, and Ear Barotrauma.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      Washington University

      4921 Parkview Pl, Suite 6c, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Luigi Maccotta is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Maccotta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Maccotta is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      Washington University

      4921 Parkview Pl, Suite 6c, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Brian Day is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Day is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Day is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      Washington University

      4921 Parkview Pl, Suite 6c, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Hogan is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hogan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. Dr. Hogan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      4921 Parkview Pl Ste 6c, Ste 6c, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bradley Schlaggar is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Schlaggar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Tourette Syndrome, Transient Tic Disorder, Movement Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      1 Childrens Pl, Div Neurology Pediatrics, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Christopher Smyser is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Smyser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, West Syndrome, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Smyser is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology
      1 Childrens Pl, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Swati Karmarkar is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Karmarkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Dr. Karmarkar is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Neurology | Pediatrics
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Neurology | Pediatrics
      1 Childrens Pl # 3S34, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Elizabeth Wright-Jin is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Wright-Jin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Corpus Callosum Agenesis, Aicardi Syndrome, Acrocallosal Syndrome, and Bone Dysplasia Corpus Callosum Agenesis. Dr. Wright-Jin is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      Physician Groups Lc

      1110 Highlands Plaza Dr E, Suite 280, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      James Alonso is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Alonso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Memory Loss, Parkinson's Disease, and Epilepsy. Dr. Alonso is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Experienced in West Syndrome

      Comprehensive Vascular Services LLC

      1035 Bellevue Ave Ste 500, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Niranjan Singh is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Migraine, Multiple System Atrophy, Headache, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Neurology
      Experienced in West Syndrome
      Neurology

      Office

      1035 Bellevue Ave Ste 500, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Vikas Kumar is a Neurologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Shingles, Movement Disorders, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy.

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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 near Saint Louis, MO?

      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 Saint Louis, MO?

      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 Saint Louis, MO?

      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 Saint Louis, MO?

      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 Saint Louis, MO?

      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 Saint Louis, MO?

      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 Saint Louis, MO?

      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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