Overview
Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen earned her medical degree at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia, and completed residencies at Emory and Northwestern University, as well as fellowships at the University of Chicago and Baylor College of Medicine. Board certified in neurology with special qualifications in child neurology, Dr. Von Allmen’s clinical interests are focused on pediatric epilepsy, including intractable pediatric epilepsy, epilepsy surgery, brain malformations, infantile spasms and the genetics of epilepsy. A Fulbright Scholar, Dr. Von Allmen has been recognized with the Child Neurology Foundation Research Award. In practice since 2003, Dr. Von Allmen treats patients up to 18 years old and speaks French. Dr. Von Allmen believes every child with epilepsy deserves a complete evaluation with an individualized management and treatment plan. She takes care to listen to each child’s story and concerns, always making herself available and never giving up on improving care and seizure control. She emphasizes a personal touch and enduring relationships with patients and families. Her practice offers proactive evaluation to achieve freedom from seizures or optimal control of seizures, as well as early consideration for options such as epilepsy surgery, VNS (Vagus nerve stimulation therapy) and ketogenic diet. A resident of Houston, Dr. Von Allmen is the mother of two sons. Outside of her practice, she enjoys running, triathlons, tennis, being outdoors and traveling, especially to France, Germany and Latin America.
Dr. Von Allmen is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, West Syndrome, and Dravet Syndrome.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 25 peer reviewed articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen by calling their office at 832-325-6516. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen a top-rated expert for Epilepsy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen 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. Gretchen Von Allmen specialize in?
While Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Epilepsy, Seizures, and West Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.
Does Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen has published 25 articles and abstracts on conditions like Epilepsy. You can view a list of Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen accept my insurance?
Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-325-6516 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- EpilepsyDr. Von Allmen isDistinguished. Learn about Epilepsy.
- SeizuresDr. Von Allmen isDistinguished. Learn about Seizures.
- Advanced
- Cortical DysplasiaDr. Von Allmen isAdvanced. Learn about Cortical Dysplasia.
- Dravet SyndromeDr. Von Allmen isAdvanced. Learn about Dravet Syndrome.
- Epilepsy in ChildrenDr. Von Allmen isAdvanced. Learn about Epilepsy in Children.
- Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic SeizuresDr. Von Allmen isAdvanced. Learn about Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Von Allmen isAdvanced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Landau-Kleffner SyndromeDr. Von Allmen isAdvanced. Learn about Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Absence SeizureDr. Von Allmen isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Von Allmen isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features
- Benign Rolandic EpilepsyDr. Von Allmen isExperienced. Learn about Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.
- Corpus Callosum Dysgenesis HypopituitarismDr. Von Allmen isExperienced. Learn about Corpus Callosum Dysgenesis Hypopituitarism.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)Dr. Von Allmen isExperienced. Learn about Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET).