Level 4 Pediatric Epilepsy Center
The Pediatric Neurology Program at Boston Children’s Health Physicians, in collaboration with the Department of Neurosurgery at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, is a Level 4 Pediatric Epilepsy Center, certified by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC)—the highest level of epilepsy care designation available.
What We Offer
Our program provides a full spectrum of advanced epilepsy care, including:
- Comprehensive diagnostics and testing
- Medication management
- Access to clinical drug trials
- Surgical treatments, including:
- Laser ablation
- Neuromodulation
- Resection surgery
Expert Leadership
Our multidisciplinary program is led by:
- Steven Wolf, MD – Chief of Pediatric Neurology
- Carrie Muh, MD – Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery
- Patricia (Patty) McGoldrick, NP – Pediatric Epilepsy Nurse Practitioner
What Does a Level 4 Epilepsy Center Mean?
As a Level 4 Epilepsy Center, we meet the highest standards set by the NAEC. These centers are equipped to provide the most complex forms of epilepsy care, including surgical options, and are staffed by a specialized team of epilepsy experts.
NAEC supports epilepsy centers by:
- Setting standards for epilepsy care
- Advocating for high-quality, accessible treatment
- Providing education and resources to member institutions
- Improving national access to specialized epilepsy services
Is This the Right Time to See an Epilepsy Specialist?
You or your child may benefit from care at a Level 4 Epilepsy Center if any of the following apply:
- Seizures continue despite more than one year of treatment
- Seizures persist despite trying two or more medications
- Current treatment causes unacceptable side effects
- You are seeking expert guidance or surgical options
- You want to explore all possible treatment paths, including a potential cure
Why Choose a Comprehensive Epilepsy Center?
Our team-based approach includes:
- Epileptologists (neurologists who specialize in epilepsy)
- Neurosurgeons
- Neuropsychologists
- Nurse specialists
- EEG technologists
- Social workers and other care professionals
Together, we offer compassionate, coordinated, and expert care tailored to each patient’s unique needs.