Overview
David Hsu, MD, PhD, is a neurologist at UW Health where he also serves as the director of the Pediatric Epilepsy Clinic as well as a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Neurology. Dr. Hsu treats children with seizures and other brain or nerve disorders.He enjoys working with children and their families. Dr. Hsu finds a range of possible treatment options and helps each family choose the best option for their child. When traditional medicine doesn’t control a child’s seizures, he will work with a dietitian to see if aketogenic dietmight help and when that is not an option, he consults with pediatric neurosurgeons to determine if surgery is a good option.Dr. Hsu’s research focuses on using mathematical and computational skills to solve problems in neurology and neurosurgery. His work includes understanding why shunts used to treat hydrocephalus (buildup of fluid in the brain) often fail. He also uses data from children with brain injuries to predict how well a child will recover and creates models of the brain’s electrical signals to design a way to prevent seizures.In his free time, Dr. Hsu enjoys playing musical instruments.
Dr. Hsu is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy, Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.
Dr. Hsu is board certified in Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology and Epilepsy.
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600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
855 N Westhaven Dr, Oshkosh, WI 54904
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Dr. Hsu has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
University Hospital Pediatric Neurology Clinic
Jennifer Kwon, MD, is a UW Health Kids pediatric neurologist and the director of the pediatric neuromuscular program. She treats children from birth to age 18 with neurological disorders.Dr. Kwon’s clinical interest is in pediatric neuromuscular disorders (conditions that affect the muscles and nerves, which cause weakness and motor function difficulties). Her specialty is in working with children living with spinal muscular atrophy and Duchenne muscular dystrophy.Dr. Kwon’s philosophy is to provide patients with the highest standard of pediatric neuromuscular care. She believes that working together as a team with other health providers is essential for treating complex medical needs.In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Kwon is a professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Her research focuses on sponsored clinical trials for new investigative drugs to treat pediatric neuromuscular disorders.In her free time, Dr. Kwon enjoys knitting, biking and hiking.I have always enjoyed helping children and their families. Children with disabilities have many talents, so it is important to help them achieve success. Dr. Kwon is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Krabbe Disease, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. Dr. Kwon is board certified in Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology.
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Michael Volk is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Volk is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure and Endoscopy.
University Hospital Pediatric Neurology Clinic
Kenneth Mack, MD, is a UW Health Kids pediatric neurologist and a clinical professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He cares for children, adolescents and young adults with headache disorders.Dr. Mack is an internationally renowned pediatric headache specialist with more than four decades of experience. He uses a range of therapies to treat common and complex headaches and specializes in migraines.Dr. Mack enjoys helping children feel better. He takes time to listen to their concerns and personalizes care to meet their needs and goals. He uses age-appropriate language to explain treatment options and involves both patients and families in the decision-making process. Because there are typically multiple treatment options to consider, Dr. Mack provides details for each and offers suggestions based on his experience and expertise. But ultimately, he believes care decisions are in the hands of his patients and their families.Outside of work, Dr. Mack enjoys spending time with his family, being outdoors and exploring Madison.It’s rewarding to see my young patients improve over time and grow up — hopefully as headache-free young adults. Dr. Mack is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Headache, New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Dr. Mack is board certified in Neurology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David Hsu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David Hsu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David Hsu by calling their office at 608-915-0550. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David Hsu a top-rated expert for Epilepsy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David Hsu is classified as an Distinguished expert for Epilepsy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. David Hsu specialize in?
While Dr. David Hsu is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Epilepsy, Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Myoclonic Epilepsy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.
Does Dr. David Hsu accept my insurance?
Dr. David Hsu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-915-0550 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- EpilepsyDr. Hsu isDistinguished. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Advanced
- Benign Rolandic EpilepsyDr. Hsu isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.
- Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures
- Juvenile Myoclonic EpilepsyDr. Hsu isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy.
- Myoclonic EpilepsyDr. Hsu isAdvanced. Learn about Myoclonic Epilepsy.
- Experienced
- AthetosisDr. Hsu isExperienced. Learn about Athetosis.
- Autosomal Recessive Congenital Methemoglobinemia
- Dihydrolipoamide Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- Epilepsy in ChildrenDr. Hsu isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy in Children.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Hsu isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Glucose Transporter DeficiencyDr. Hsu isExperienced. Learn about Glucose Transporter Deficiency.