epileptologist or neurologist

[ambam]

hi, can someone tell me the difference? I have seen this in another thread and didn't want to :hj:

Hope I've posted this in the right place.

 

[Nakamova]

Hi ambam --

Essentially an epileptologist is a neurologist with a subspecialty in epilepsy.

HOWEVER, if a neurologist explicitly works in an epilepsy hospital center, or is affiliated with one, then he/she might not bother to call themselves and epileptologist. My neurologist specializes in epilepsy, but doesn't call herself an epileptologist, because she's part of the epilepsy department at a Boston hospital.

 

[Endless]

I agree with Nakamova. An epi is a seizure specialist. If someone is either having a hard time getting a correct diagnosis, is having trouble with their medications, or is a candidate for surgery, I'd see an epi. Otherwise, a really good neurologist is usually enough.

 

[epileric]

Here's not only a good definition of an epileptologist but a great list of where to find them.

http://epilepsyinanutshell.blogspot.com/2007/12/see-epileptologist.html