The 20 Best West Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Virginia, US

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The 20 Best West Syndrome Doctors in Virginia, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 120 doctor with experience in West Syndrome near Virginia, US. Of these, 100 are Experienced, 19 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Shaena H. Blevins
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Ballad Health Medical Associates Neurology

    16000 Johnston Memorial Drive, Suite 312, 
    Abingdon, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Shaena Blevins, MD, is a board-certified neurologist who practiced neurology in Gainesville, Georgia, for more than a decade. She loves her patients and, ""the long-term relationships and continuity of care that being a neurologist allows,"" she says. Dr. Blevins feels it is key to listen to her patients and their caregivers. She also believes, ""it is of utmost importance for my patients to understand their disease and treatment options."" Dr. Blevins and her husband are happy to be returning 'home' to the Appalachian Highlands to raise their children around family. Procedures". Dr. Blevins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Cerebellar Degeneration, Transverse Myelitis, and Memory Loss.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome
    Distinguished in West Syndrome

    UVA Health Adult Neurology Clinic

    1221 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathan Fountain is a Neurologist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Fountain is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Status Epilepticus, Thalamotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in West Syndrome
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Children's Hospital Of Richmond At VCU

    1000 E Broad St, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Monica Islam is a Neurologist in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Islam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Tuberous Sclerosis, West Syndrome, Aplasia Cutis Congenita, and Rhizotomy.

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    Advanced in West Syndrome
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samuel Lapalme is a Neurologist in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Lapalme is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Succinic Semialdehyde Dehydrogenase Deficiency, Seizures, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Department Of Veteran Affairs

    1201 Broad Rock Blvd, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Waterhouse is a Neurologist in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Waterhouse 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 Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Office

    1101 E Marshall St, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zubeda Sheikh is a Neurologist in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Sheikh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Status Epilepticus, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Inova Neurology-Fairfax (Dept Of Fairfax Hospital)

    8081 Innovation Park Dr Ste 900, 
    Fairfax, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohankumar Kurukumbi is a Neurologist in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Kurukumbi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Subependymoma, Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    2616 Sherwood Hall Ln Ste 303, 
    Alexandria, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bejjenki Chary is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Chary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Secondary Systemic Amyloidosis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Chary is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology

    Valley Physician Enterprise Inc.

    125 Medical Cir # A, 
    Winchester, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Henry is a Neurologist in Winchester, Virginia. Dr. Henry 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, Stroke, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Neurology Consultants Of Tidewater PLLC

    6161 Kempsville Cir Ste 315, 
    Norfolk, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Firas Beitinjaneh is a Neurologist in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Beitinjaneh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Seizures, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, and Dravet Syndrome.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology

    Sentara Neurology Specialists

    4000 Coliseum Dr Ste 200, 
    Hampton, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vikas Gupta is a Neurologist in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Gupta 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, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Gallbladder Removal, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Twin Rivers Medical Clinic

    1012 Winston Churchill Dr, 
    Hopewell, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohammad Mujeebuddin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hopewell, Virginia. Dr. Mujeebuddin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Acute Kidney Failure, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Mujeebuddin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology

    Bon Secours-Neurology Clinic, Westchester

    601 Watkins Centre Pkwy Ste 250, 
    Midlothian, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stacey Epps is a Neurologist in Midlothian, Virginia. Dr. Epps is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Seizures, Essential Tremor, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Neurology Center Of Fairfax LTD.

    3020 Hamaker Ct Ste 400, 
    Fairfax, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marco Castro is a Neurologist in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Castro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Continuous Spike-Wave During Slow Sleep Syndrome, and Photosensitive Epilepsy.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jamal Khattak is a Neurologist in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Khattak 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 Conversion Disorder.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Office

    1000 E Broad St Fl 6, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Morton is a Neurologist in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Morton 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 West Syndrome.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Sentara Martha Jefferson Neurosciences

    500 Martha Jefferson Dr, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Langer is a Neurologist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Langer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Seizures, Partial Seizure, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Office

    11958 W Broad St, 
    Henrico, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Catherine Ham is a Neurologist in Henrico, Virginia. Dr. Ham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Headache, Multifocal Motor Neuropathy, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Neurology Associates Of Central Virginia LLC

    1101 Sam Perry Blvd Ste 414, 
    Fredericksburg, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sandra Crouse is a Neurologist in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Dr. Crouse 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, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UVA Health University Medical Center

    1215 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Javier is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Javier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Apoplexy, and Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Virginia, US?

    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 Virginia, US?

    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 Virginia, US?

    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 Virginia, US?

    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 Virginia, US?

    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 Virginia, US?

    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 Virginia, US?

    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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