Our Epilepsy & Seizures Physician Team

Our multidisciplinary team of doctors at the University of Chicago Medicine includes specialists who are board-certified in neurology, neurosurgery, neurophysiology, neuropsychology, neuropsychiatry, neurogenetics, radiology and rehabilitation. We collaborate to offer the most effective, individualized treatments to every patient we see.

Our Epilepsy & Seizures Physician Team

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James Tao, MD

Neurology
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Peter Warnke, MD

Neurosurgery
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Naoum P. Issa, MD, PhD

Neurology
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Sandra Rose, MD

Neurology
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Shasha Wu, MD

Neurology
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Maureen Lacy, PhD

Psychology
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Hiba A. Haider, MD

Neurology

Epilepsy Nurse

Shadrach Castillo, RN

Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist

Diane Suarez, REEGT

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Schedule an appointment instantly with one of our Epilepsy experts through our online scheduling portal.
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Second Opinions at UChicago Medicine

We welcome patients who seek second opinions and offer both on-site and remote second opinions. Our experts can confirm your diagnosis and recommend a treatment plan that’s best for you.
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We offer secure and easy virtual visits for most non-urgent visit types. Our care providers can assess your symptoms, make a diagnosis, recommend treatment and send prescriptions to your pharmacy.

Epilepsy Care at UChicago Medicine

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