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 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."
Jul 9, 2019 - "Dr. Privatera is an outstanding physician. So knowledgeable and caring. I have great faith in him."
May 2, 2019 - "Dr. Privitera has always taken the time needed to work through routine visits and problems. His medical explanations and listening skills are the best."
Apr 9, 2019 - "I've been under the care of Dr.Privitera for over 25 years. I am confident that I can talk to him about ANYTHING. We have developed a professional friendship. Living with my medical condition, this is the utmost importance, because it is not widely understood outside of his specialty."
Apr 8, 2019 - "Dr. Privitera is very caring and listens to all my concerns."
Mar 20, 2019 - "Dr. Privitera is a really good doctor and very caring. He listens carefully and involves all in the discussion."
Mar 15, 2019 - "really, really appreciate having Dr Privitera as **** provider."
Feb 25, 2019 - "Very happy with *Dr. Privitera."
Feb 25, 2019
- "Dr. Privitera is always fantastic to work with. I am always impressed with how well organized he is and quickly connecting recent medical history with how I feel at the time of the appointment. On this particular visit, I left feeling very confident that we have come up with a good longterm plan including how we can keep an eye on any side effects. Thanks"
Feb 23, 2019 - "Excellent as always."
Feb 6, 2019 - "*Dr. Privitera has been my doctor since 2006. He's always shown compassion and interested in my concerns."
Jan 30, 2019 - "We absolutely love Dr. Privitera"
Jan 24, 2019 - "I would not switch doctors if you ask me to!"
Dec 30, 2018 - "my yearly visit with dr Privitera has always been very kind. he understands me with everything that I have going on with my brain"
Dec 29, 2018 - "Dr. Privitera supports me by always giving new ideas, technology or medications for seizures. He educated me so I can help people understand epilepsy."
Dec 6, 2018 - "Truly look forward to and enjoy our annual visits. *Dr. Privitera is an excellent physician."
Dec 4, 2018 - "He is thoughtful and caring."
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