The 20 Best West Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Seattle, WA

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The 20 Best West Syndrome Doctors near Seattle, WA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in West Syndrome near Seattle, WA. Of these, 42 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Justin Stahl
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Stahl, MD, is a board-certified neurologist who specializes in epilepsy and seizure disorders. Dr. Stahl works to support and listen to his patients' concerns, and identify treatments that fit each patient best. He works within a team environment, giving his patients the benefit of many minds dedicated to their particular problem. He finds it immensely rewarding to be able to eliminate seizures and give a patient their life back.Dr. Stahl is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American Epilepsy Society, American Medical Association and Washington State Medical Association. He serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Washington School of Medicine and a neurology instructor for Virginia Mason internal medicine residents. Dr. Stahl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Partial Familial Epilepsy.

    Distinguished in West Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology
    Distinguished in West Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Russell Saneto is a Pediatric Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Saneto is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Leigh Syndrome, Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Children, and West Syndrome.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Regional Epilepsy Center At Harborview Medical Center

    325 9th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahin Hakimian is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Hakimian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features.

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    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology

    Uw Medicine/Harborview Medical Center

    325 9th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Denise Chen is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Chen has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and 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 Epilepsy in Children.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    4800 Sand Point Way Ne, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Archana Patel is a Pediatrics provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Photosensitive Epilepsy, and Epilepsy in Children.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Owens is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Owens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Tuberous Sclerosis, Seizures, and West Syndrome.

    Prachi Munshi
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Optum - Madison Center

    904 7th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Munshi’s practice covers all areas of internal medicine including preventive care, chronic disease management, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, metabolic syndrome, and obesity. Dr. Munshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Collagenous Colitis, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), and Osmotic Diuresis.

    Franchette Pascual
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Pascual’s goals for her patient include seizure freedom and a better quality of life. As a member of the American Epilepsy Society, she is up-to-date in the standards of care and latest treatment innovations available. She is well-versed in the medical and surgical treatments of epilepsy across a broad age range. She enjoys coordinating collaborative and thorough plans for her patients with our multidisciplinary team at the Swedish Epilepsy Center. Dr. Pascual 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.

    Lisa Caylor
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology
    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Caylor is a board-certified neurologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy in adults. Her clinical interests include the evaluation of patients with seizures and seizure-like disorders and women's issues in epilepsy. She actively participates in clinical trials of epilepsy medications and is a frequent lecturer on epilepsy. Dr. Caylor was selected by Seattle Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Caylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Partial Seizure, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy.

    Kitti Kaiboriboon
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kaiboriboon provides the best care possible to his patients by incorporating the latest technological advances and personalized medicine. His goal of treatment for persons with epilepsy is to achieve a seizure freedom without adverse effects. His practice focuses on teamwork, education and communication. He works closely with his patients as a team to develop individual treatment strategies that are most suitable for them. He strongly believes that an informed patient and family will significantly improve the outcome. Dr. Kaiboriboon was selected by Seattle Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Kaiboriboon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Seizures, and Partial Seizure.

    Pin-yi Ko
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology

    Swedish Pediatric Neuroscience Center

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Pin-Yi Ko is a pediatric neurologist known for her expertise in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in children. Dr. Ko is recognized for her compassionate approach to patient care, ensuring that each child receives tailored treatment plans that address their unique needs. In addition to her clinical practice, she is actively involved in research focused on advancing the understanding of pediatric neurological disorders. Dr. Ko is a member of several professional organizations, where she collaborates with fellow experts to improve healthcare outcomes for children worldwide. Dr. Ko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Encephalitis.

    Michael Doherty
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Michael Doherty is a Neurologist who specializes in Epilepsy care. He joined the Swedish Neuroscience Institute in 2003 and is the Medical Director of our Epilepsy program. Dr. Doherty works closely with Swedish’s multidisciplinary epilepsy team on state of the art therapies. Specific interests include special needs populations, medication management during pregnancy, new onset seizure, hard-to-treat epilepsy and neurostimulation or surgical treatments of epilepsy. Dr. Doherty was selected by Seattle Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Doherty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Kristin J. Anderson
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    2101 East Yesler Way, Suite 150, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristin Anderson, a Seattle-area native, studied neurobiology at the University of Washington before heading to the other coast for her medical school training at Tufts University in Boston. She graduated from Tufts with an MD/MPH in 2007, and then returned home to complete her family medicine residency at the Swedish First Hill Family Medicine program. Following residency, she pursued additional training through the Swedish First Hill geriatric fellowship program. During this fellowship year she acted as junior faculty in many capacities including developing and integrating an LGBT geriatric curriculum. Upon graduation from fellowship she was hired on as a full spectrum family physician at Carolyn Downs Family Medical Center, one of the oldest federally qualified health centers in the Seattle area, and one of the Cherry Hill residency satellite continuity clinics. In addition to her clinical duties, while at Carolyn Downs, Dr.Anderson has demonstrated her enthusiasm for teaching via facilitating geriatric assessment clinics, participating in resident didactic sessions, and starting a resident procedure clinic. Though she has worked with the Carolyn Downs residents in both the outpatient and inpatient settings since 2011, Dr. Anderson officially joined the faculty at Cherry Hill as the Residency Clinical Site Director and head of geriatric curriculum in the fall of 2014. Dr. Anderson was recently married, and on (rare) common days-off, she and her partner, Natalie, can be found on the softball field, volleyball court, running, hiking, or traveling. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic.

    Advanced in West Syndrome
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Lockrow is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Lockrow is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Seizures, TORCH Syndrome, and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS).

    Advanced in West Syndrome
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Xiuhua Bozarth is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Bozarth is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Seizures, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), and Epilepsy in Children.

    Advanced in West Syndrome
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Novotny is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Novotny is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Status Epilepticus, Epilepsy in Children, Hemimegalencephaly, Epilepsy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in West Syndrome
    Advanced in West Syndrome

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Randle is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Randle 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, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), and Cortical Dysplasia.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Blink Optical LLC

    904 7th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benduan Yang is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Yang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Neuralgia, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, and Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Neurology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 9th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anik Amin is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Conversion Disorder, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in West Syndrome
    Experienced in West Syndrome

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 9th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fatima Milfred is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Milfred is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of West Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Apoplexy, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).

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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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 Seattle, WA?

    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 Seattle, WA?

    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 Seattle, WA?

    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 Seattle, WA?

    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 Seattle, WA?

    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 Seattle, WA?

    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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