
Overview
Dr. Shaun Varghese earned his medical degree and completed his residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School where he was chief resident in the Child Neurology division. Dr. Varghese is board certified in neurology with special qualifications in child neurology. Dr. Varghese’s clinical interests include traumatic brain injury, concussions, Chiari malformations, neuro-metabolic disorders, mitochondrial disorders, neonatal neurology, cerebral palsy, autism, speech delay, developmental delay or regression, poor school performance, attention deficit disorder, disorders of gait and movement, epilepsy/seizures, migraines/headaches, neuromuscular disorders, neonatal and pediatric stroke, tics and Tourette syndrome, and syncope/dysautonomia. He treats newborns through 21-year-olds, and sees some older patients as necessary. Dr. Varghese believes in being accessible to patients and their parents at all times. He is easy to relate to and provides a high standard of care without sacrificing the personal touch. Having completed both medical school and residency in the largest medical center in the world, Dr. Varghese has had the opportunity to treat very rare diseases and disorders while seeing a high volume of patients with various common neurological illnesses. A resident of Spring, Dr. Varghese is married to a physician and has a son. Away from his practice, he enjoys basketball, weight-lifting, travel and spending time with his family.
Dr. Varghese is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Transient Tic Disorder.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Varghese is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shaun S. Varghese
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shaun S. Varghese?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shaun S. Varghese by calling their office at 281-298-1144. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shaun S. Varghese a top-rated expert for Seizures?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shaun S. Varghese is classified as an Advanced expert for Seizures, 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. Shaun S. Varghese specialize in?
While Dr. Shaun S. Varghese is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.
Does Dr. Shaun S. Varghese participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Shaun S. Varghese has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Seizures. You can view a list of Dr. Shaun S. Varghese's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Shaun S. Varghese accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaun S. Varghese accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-298-1144 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- 15q11.2 MicrodeletionDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about 15q11.2 Microdeletion.
- Absence SeizureDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Aicardi SyndromeDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Aicardi Syndrome.
- AphantasiaDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Aphantasia.
- Auditory Processing DisorderDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Auditory Processing Disorder.
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Corpus Callosum AgenesisDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Corpus Callosum Agenesis.
- Developmental Dysphasia FamilialDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Developmental Dysphasia Familial.
- Distal 18q Deletion SyndromeDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Distal 18q Deletion Syndrome.
- Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy
- EpilepsyDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Epilepsy in ChildrenDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Epilepsy in Children.
- Epilepsy Juvenile AbsenceDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Epilepsy Juvenile Absence.
- Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
- Jacobsen SyndromeDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Jacobsen Syndrome.
- Juvenile Myoclonic EpilepsyDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy.
- Koolen De Vries SyndromeDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Koolen De Vries Syndrome.
- Legius SyndromeDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Legius Syndrome.
- MicrocephalyDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Microcephaly.
- Myoclonic EpilepsyDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Myoclonic Epilepsy.
- Partial SeizureDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Partial Seizure.
- SeizuresDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Seizures.
- Spasmus NutansDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Spasmus Nutans.
- Sunken FontanellesDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Sunken Fontanelles.
- Transient Tic DisorderDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about Transient Tic Disorder.
- West SyndromeDr. Varghese isAdvanced. Learn about West Syndrome.
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- Agyria Pachygyria PolymicrogyriaDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Agyria Pachygyria Polymicrogyria.
- Amniotic Band SyndromeDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Amniotic Band Syndrome.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Baller-Gerold SyndromeDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Baller-Gerold Syndrome.
- Batten DiseaseDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Batten Disease.
- Benign Rolandic EpilepsyDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.
- Bilateral Perisylvian PolymicrogyriaDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria.
- Cantu SyndromeDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Cantu Syndrome.
- Cerebellar AgenesisDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Agenesis.
- Cerebellar HypoplasiaDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Hypoplasia.
- CLN1 DiseaseDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about CLN1 Disease.
- CLN2 DiseaseDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about CLN2 Disease.
- CLN3 DiseaseDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about CLN3 Disease.
- CLN4 DiseaseDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about CLN4 Disease.
- CLN5 DiseaseDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about CLN5 Disease.
- Coach SyndromeDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Coach Syndrome.
- Cortical DysplasiaDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Cortical Dysplasia.
- Familial Short Stature (FSS)Dr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Familial Short Stature (FSS).
- Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration
- Fragile X SyndromeDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Fragile X Syndrome.
- Hemi 3 SyndromeDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Hemi 3 Syndrome.
- Hereditary AtaxiaDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Ataxia.
- Hereditary Spastic ParaparesisDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis.
- HydranencephalyDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Hydranencephaly.
- Hypoplasia of the Tibia with PolydactylyDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly.
- Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS)Dr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).
- Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS)Dr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS).
- Lissencephaly 1Dr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Lissencephaly 1.
- Lissencephaly 2Dr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Lissencephaly 2.
- Marshall-Smith SyndromeDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Marshall-Smith Syndrome.
- Megalencephaly-Capillary Malformation Syndrome
- Multiple Pterygium SyndromeDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Pterygium Syndrome.
- Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X LinkedDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X Linked.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)Dr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD).
- Orofaciodigital Syndrome 6Dr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Orofaciodigital Syndrome 6.
- Periventricular HeterotopiaDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Periventricular Heterotopia.
- Perlman SyndromeDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Perlman Syndrome.
- PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth SpectrumDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum.
- Poland SyndromeDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Poland Syndrome.
- PolymicrogyriaDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Polymicrogyria.
- Pontocerebellar HypoplasiaDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Pontocerebellar Hypoplasia.
- Popliteal Pterygium SyndromeDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome.
- Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL)
- RASopathiesDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about RASopathies.
- Short Stature (Growth Disorders)Dr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Short Stature (Growth Disorders).
- Simpson-Golabi-Behmel SyndromeDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Simpson-Golabi-Behmel Syndrome.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 7Dr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 7.
- VLDLR-Associated Cerebellar HypoplasiaDr. Varghese isExperienced. Learn about VLDLR-Associated Cerebellar Hypoplasia.