Epileptologist-- A physician who specializes in the treatment of epilepsy.
Dr. Elaine Wyllie or Dr. Ajay Gupta. Both at the Cleveland Clinic
A doctor with specialty training in epilepsy is a neurologist/epileptologist.
As of recent estimates, there are approximately 1,500 to 2,000 epileptologists practicing in the United States. This number can vary based on factors such as the definition of an epileptologist and the availability of training programs. Epileptologists are neurologists with specialized training in epilepsy, and demand for their expertise continues to grow.
A Neurologist is someone who has satisfied all matriculation to practice medicine and the speciality of neurology. A neurophysiologist is a clinician or practitioner who has satisfied all requirements to perform electrodiagnostic workups on patients referred for evaluation of a potential neurological disorders. Often times the neurophysiologist is an M.D. However, a person with a Masters or PhD in Neuroscience is may also be considered a neurophysiologist if they work directly with the physiology of the central and peripheral nervous systems. In another since, neurophysiology is a sub-specialty of neurology, thus, only a neurologist can be classified to practice the medicinal aspects of neurophysiology. However, researchers, specialists, technologists may also be classified as neurophysiologists. A Neurologist who specializes in Epilepsy (Epileptologist) or Neuromuscular Medicine can be deemed a neurophysiologist, epileptologist, or neuromuscular specialist. This names are all synonymous.
If you're looking for pediatric epilepsy specialists in Hitech City, Hyderabad, here are some options to consider: Dr. Sagari Gullapalli: A consultant neurologist and epileptologist at Yashoda Hospitals, Hitec City, with expertise in pediatric epilepsy. Dr. Abhishek Miryala: A consultant neurologist at Medicover Hospitals, Hitech City, with experience in treating nervous system diseases, including epilepsy. PACE Hospitals: A pediatric hospital in Hyderabad that offers treatment for epilepsy in children, with a team of experts in pediatric neurology. Epilepsy Specialists near Hitech City: You can also search for other epilepsy specialists near Hitech City and book online appointments for consultation.