Epilepsy Center
The UCSF Epilepsy Center provides state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and treatment for all forms of epilepsy. Our physician-scientists helped develop many of the modern approaches to epilepsy care and continue to lead the way in treatment innovations. Our patients have access to clinical trials of next-generation drugs, devices and surgical procedures.
Our team includes experts from many fields – neurologists and neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, neuroradiologists, nutritionists, nurses and pharmacists – all with specialized training in epilepsy. Our expertise and comprehensive care have earned us a level 4 rating – the highest possible rating – from the National Association of Epilepsy Centers.
We are part of the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences.
Learn more about clinical trials and how they work.
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Explore what we do
Visualizing the source of one patient’s lifelong seizures
Rashetta's life was seriously impacted by nearly 30 years of seizures. Surgeons used 3-D heat maps to find and remove the seizure-causing part of her brain.
Our team
Clinical trials
Awards & recognition
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Among the top hospitals in the nation
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Best in the West and No. 3 in the nation for neurology & neurosurgery
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in the West for number of epilepsy surgeries performed
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Accredited level 4 epilepsy center (National Association of Epilepsy Centers)
Support services
Plan your visit
What to Bring
- Photo I.D.
- Health insurance card
- Insurance authorization, if required
- Doctor's referral, if required
- Recent test results related to your condition
- List of your medications, including dosages, plus any you're allergic to
- List of questions you may have
- Device or paper for taking notes
Our research initiatives
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UCSF Epilepsy Center Research
The UCSF Epilepsy Center conducts research on medical imaging and both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for epilepsy. Research findings play a key role in shaping the center's patient care.