Epilepsy Surgery at Mass General Hospital for patients with structural lesions or patients whose seizures have not been well controlled with medical management.
- Phone: 617-726-3311
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Epilepsy Service
Epilepsy Surgery
The MGH Epilepsy Service offers evaluation for epilepsy surgery for patients with structural lesions and patients whose seizures have not been well controlled with medical management. Evaluation is usually directed by one of our experienced epileptologists, working with a multidisciplinary team including neurosurgeons, neuroradiologist, neuropsychologists and other health professionals. The links below provide a detailed overview of the process for health professionals, and a handbook for patients.
For more information please call the MGH Epilepsy Surgery Unit at 617-726-3311.
Resources for Patients
- Epilepsy Surgery Handbook by Partners HealthCare
Resources for Physicians
- Surgical Treatment of Seizures by the MGH Epilepsy Service. Outlines the essential elements of presurgical evaluation, diagnostic surgical procedures and therapeutic surgical options.
Updated 10/18/2011
