Michael Privitera, MD
Professor of Neurology; Director, Epilepsy Center, UC Neuroscience Institute
Specialties
Neurology, Epilepsy, Neuroscience, Seizure Disorders, Continuous EEG Monitoring, Electroencephalogram, Epilepsy Monitoring
Department
Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine
UC Health Affiliations
University of Cincinnati Gardner Neuroscience Institute, Epilepsy Center, Best Doctors and Top Doctors
Michael Privitera, MD, is the director of the Epilepsy Center at the University of Cincinnati Gardner Neuroscience Institute. He has been a neurologist at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center for more than 25 years and a professor of neurology at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine for 14 of those years.
Dr. Privitera is an internationally recognized expert on advanced treatments for epilepsy and has dedicated his career to discovering new treatments and caring for people with epilepsy. He co-founded the Epilepsy Center over 25 years ago as the first comprehensive epilepsy program in the region. He has published over 100 scientific articles and a book on
In addition to his extensive medical experience, Dr. Privitera was honored with the Health Care Heroes Innovator Award in 2004 and as a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society in 2003. He was the editor of Epilepsy Quarterly for six years, has directed the two largest courses on epilepsy in the world at the American Epilepsy Society and American Academy of Neurology Annual Meetings, and trained more than 30 fellows in epilepsy and EEG.
Dr. Privitera has served multiple roles over the past 25 years including medical director and chair of clinical practice and research committees for UC Physicians, the administrative and clinical vice chair in the Department of Neurology at UC Health, and director of the clinical neurophysiology/epilepsy fellowship program.
Dr. Privitera gives back to the community in his roles as medical director of the Charles L. Shor Foundation for Epilepsy Research, a member of the board of directors for the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Cincinnati, and as the 2016 president of the American Epilepsy Society.
Clifton
University of Cincinnati Gardner Neuroscience Institute
3113 Bellevue Ave
Suite 3000
Cincinnati, Ohio 45219
Phone: 513-475-8730
Map and Directions
West Chester
UC Health Physicians Office North (West Chester)
7690 Discovery Drive
Suite 3500
West Chester, Ohio 45069
Phone: (513) 475-8730
Fax: (513) 475-8273
Map and Directions
Medical School
- SUNY Upstate Medical University - Syracuse, NY
Residency
- Georgetown University - Washington, DC
Fellowship
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center - Dallas, TX
Board Certifications
American Board of Psychiatry & NeurologyResponses: 50
Specialties
Neurology, Epilepsy, Neuroscience, Seizure Disorders, Continuous EEG Monitoring, Electroencephalogram, Epilepsy Monitoring
Department
Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine
UC Health Affiliations
University of Cincinnati Gardner Neuroscience Institute, Epilepsy Center, Best Doctors and Top Doctors
Michael Privitera, MD, is the director of the Epilepsy Center at the University of Cincinnati Gardner Neuroscience Institute. He has been a neurologist at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center for more than 25 years and a professor of neurology at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine for 14 of those years.
Dr. Privitera is an internationally recognized expert on advanced treatments for epilepsy and has dedicated his career to discovering new treatments and caring for people with epilepsy. He co-founded the Epilepsy Center over 25 years ago as the first comprehensive epilepsy program in the region. He has published over 100 scientific articles and a book on
In addition to his extensive medical experience, Dr. Privitera was honored with the Health Care Heroes Innovator Award in 2004 and as a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society in 2003. He was the editor of Epilepsy Quarterly for six years, has directed the two largest courses on epilepsy in the world at the American Epilepsy Society and American Academy of Neurology Annual Meetings, and trained more than 30 fellows in epilepsy and EEG.
Dr. Privitera has served multiple roles over the past 25 years including medical director and chair of clinical practice and research committees for UC Physicians, the administrative and clinical vice chair in the Department of Neurology at UC Health, and director of the clinical neurophysiology/epilepsy fellowship program.
Dr. Privitera gives back to the community in his roles as medical director of the Charles L. Shor Foundation for Epilepsy Research, a member of the board of directors for the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Cincinnati, and as the 2016 president of the American Epilepsy Society.
Clifton
University of Cincinnati Gardner Neuroscience Institute
3113 Bellevue Ave
Suite 3000
Cincinnati, Ohio 45219
Phone: 513-475-8730
Map and Directions
West Chester
UC Health Physicians Office North (West Chester)
7690 Discovery Drive
Suite 3500
West Chester, Ohio 45069
Phone: (513) 475-8730
Fax: (513) 475-8273
Map and Directions
Medical School
- SUNY Upstate Medical University - Syracuse, NY
Residency
- Georgetown University - Washington, DC
Fellowship
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center - Dallas, TX
Board Certifications
American Board of Psychiatry & NeurologyResponses: 50
Comments
- "Dr. Privitera has the best bedside manner, is incredibly smart, always up to date and knowledgeable about current medication research trials. He takes notes during our visit about what I'm doing and what we talked about and he reviews those notes which is helpful to collect thoughts and see the bigger picture. Dr. Privitera is hands down the absolute best doctor. I continued to travel back to Ohio to remain a patient of his because I trusted his guidance and appreciate his knowledge and expertise."
Feb 24, 2020 - "I have been with *Dr. Privitera for 32 years. He is excellent and helped me live a normal despite a seizure disorder."
Feb 23, 2020 - "Dr. Privitera listened to me and knew my record (unlike other neurologists I've seen). He is the first doctor to take my symptoms seriously and provide an accurate diagnosis. I can't think him enough for this and for the care and attention that he provided to me. He is an exceptional physician."
Feb 20, 2020 - "Dr. Privitera is a wonderful doctor who has a great demeanor. He has the perfect balance of explanation using data and compassion for the situation"
Feb 5, 2020 - "He sets an example for others to follow."
Jan 29, 2020 - "*Dr. Privitera is knowledgeable, thorough, prompt, challenging, respectful, optimistic, and compassionate."
Jan 15, 2020 - "dr was amazing. very concerned and through very pleased with visit"
Jan 15, 2020 - "I would not chance Dr Privitera for nothing. He is been thur so many troubles with me and cure me. I think he is great and all the girls that work for him.Very well manner he has concern for you...Thats the way a dr should be.."
Dec 29, 2019 - "Dr Providers is exceptional. He is nationally recognized and in demand but always takes time to really discuss issues with me. I'm my years as his patient, this has always been true. He also responds quickly to any online questions through your patient website. I am thankful to have him as my doctor."
Dec 1, 2019 - "I have seen Dr. Privitera I have seen Dr. Privitera for at least 30 years. He has always included me and decision making regarding my medications etc. and has always listened to any problems or concerns both medically and personally."
Nov 14, 2019
- "been seeing the same doctor for over 12 years and he is always concerned and very professional we like him very much"
Oct 29, 2019 - "For more than twenty-five years, I have been under the care of Michael Privitera, MD. I can talk to him about anything and I am positive that he will provide the best advice as a professional."
Oct 9, 2019 - "Dr. Privitera is an outstanding doctor and I feel fortunate to have him as my physician. He is, obviously, a very qualified and highly acclaimed medical professional. What I appreciate most is: A) Dr. Privitera's willingness to make the time to earnestly listen to all of my concerns and B) His ability to answer my questions in a manner that is easy to understand and to which I can relate."
Sep 28, 2019 - "*Dr. Privitera is absolutely the best and took from time of daily hardship to complete recovery and giving me a normal and healthy life. He is the best!"
Sep 14, 2019 - "Dr. Privitera is a top-notch, well-informed care provider. The patient's well-being is foremost in his thoughts. He personalizes the plan of care for the individual."
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