Comprehensive Epilepsy Center

Penn Medicine is a national leader in the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy and seizure disorders. As a Level 4 epilepsy center, we offer state-of-the-art facilities, innovative treatment, and the highest level of expertise for even the most complex cases.

Doctor using a digital tablet to discuss a brain scan during a consultation in her office

Life-changing epilepsy and seizure disorder care

We understand that living with epilepsy or a seizure disorder can affect every aspect of your life. Whether you’ve recently started having seizures or have lived with them for years, experts at our Comprehensive Epilepsy Center can help. Penn epileptologists are among the most experienced in the nation, recognized for their leadership in the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy. 

As a Level 4 epilepsy center, Penn Medicine has been designated by The National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC) for our high level of expertise and modern facilities that allow us to provide all available epilepsy treatment options to people with seizure disorders and complex forms of epilepsy. 

Second opinions

If you've received a diagnosis, our team of experts offers second opinions to grant you peace of mind.

Clinical trials

Clinical trials offer patients the opportunity to try new and effective treatments and take part in future research.

Support services

We offer specialized resources and support programs to make living with epilepsy easier.

Advanced testing and imaging for an accurate epilepsy diagnosis

The best care starts with an accurate epilepsy diagnosis. Our epilepsy center and neurodiagnostic labs have the highest-quality imaging technology available. We are often able to identify certain indicators of an epilepsy diagnosis that others may miss.  

For complex or unusual seizures, some patients may benefit from our state-of-the-art inpatient Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) which allows for close patient monitoring over several days. Here, our specially-trained staff will monitor you around the clock to better understand your seizures, provide the right diagnosis, and plan for treatment. 

Epilepsy patient being monitored by nurse

Epilepsy Monitoring Unit 

Sometimes, outpatient epilepsy testing isn’t enough to diagnose complex or unusual cases. Our EMU testing center provides continuous inpatient monitoring over several days to pinpoint a diagnosis and create the best possible care plan. 

Closeup of doctor, Brian Litt, talking with colleagues

Global leaders in epilepsy research

As part of an academic medical center, many Penn Medicine physicians are also researchers. Our involvement in epilepsy research and clinical trials helps our patients access the most advanced therapies possible.

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