Who We Are

Johns Hopkins has a long tradition of caring for children and adults with epilepsy.  As early as 1908, Johns Hopkins neurosurgeons and neurologists have been leading the way in assessment and treatment of patients with epilepsy. 

Continuum of Care

A unique aspect of our Epilepsy Center is that we provide a continuum of care for our patients.  We have built a team that includes both pediatric and adult specialists so that as patients grow, their specific needs can continue to be addressed.

Individual Treatment Plans

Expert and individually tailored treatment plans are provided for all patients with even the most difficult to control seizures. These plans are designed to try to enable each patient to live full and productive lives.

Our experienced staff offers the following diagnostic services:

• Neurological evaluation
• Anticonvulsant medications / medication treatment
• Video / EEG monitoring
• Neuropsychological testing

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We also offer the following treatment services:

• Dietary management
• Neurostimulation (e.g. VNS and other devices)
• Surgery, when appropriate

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Setting us apart is our commitment to:

• Patient Advocacy and education
• Application of clinical research / investigation drug therapies

We are able to provide a comprehensive approach to the patient in collaboration with a wide variety of other specialties including neuropsychology and neuroradiology.

Research Excellence

Research studies at our Center bring together groups of individuals investigating better methods of diagnosis and treatment of seizure disorders.  Ongoing clinical trials and basic science investigations help develop new diagnostic techniques and treatments for future application.

Our physicians apply what they have learned in their research to develop better treatment plans for their patients.

Shared Expertise

We are a member of the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (http://www.naec-epilepsy.org/). Below is a list of resources for further information about epilepsy:

• Epilepsy.com
• Abilities Network
• The Epilepsy Foundation of America 
• The American Epilepsy Society
• The International League Against Epilepsy