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
UC Health Physicians Office (Clifton - Piedmont)
222 Piedmont Avenue
Suite 3200
Cincinnati, Ohio 45219
Phone: (513) 475-8730
Fax: (513) 475-8033
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: 88
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
UC Health Physicians Office (Clifton - Piedmont)
222 Piedmont Avenue
Suite 3200
Cincinnati, Ohio 45219
Phone: (513) 475-8730
Fax: (513) 475-8033
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: 88
Comments
- "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."
Nov 28, 2018 - "I feel very fortunate to have Dr. Privitera caring for my epilepsy needs. I can't imagine a better epileptologist!"
Nov 12, 2018 - "Dr. Privitera is an expert in his field and correctly diagnosed my condition to resolution, after many years of seeking answers."
Oct 29, 2018 - "Dr. Privitera has cared for my brother, for 5 years now. He consistently has been very interested in providing *** the best care he can for him by keeping *** and myself informed with the latest care in the treatment of *** epilepsy. Dr. Privitera is an EXCELLENT physician and is an extremely compassionate provider. We are so very grateful to Dr. Privetera and his very dedicated staff."
Oct 24, 2018 - "the doctor was great. "
Oct 24, 2018 - "Dr. Privitera is always available when I need him. Takes me seriously."
Sep 3, 2018
- "Dr.Privatera has been an angel to myself and my family. Has returned my life to me"
Aug 30, 2018 - "Dr. Privitera is the best. I've been seeing him for 30 years and I would never go to anyone else."
Aug 28, 2018 - "I have been a patient of Dr. Privitera for over 20 years now and have the most respect for his knowledge and understanding not only of me as a person but my epilepsy. He goes beyond to make sure you aare well taken care of."
Jul 26, 2018 - "My Dr talked to me about alternative treatments- counseling and medication- my weight loss- he was very patient with me. I appreciate that very much."
Jul 26, 2018 - "Dr. Privitera gets 10's across the board. "
Jul 19, 2018 - "*Dr. Privitera is thorough, professional and knowledgeable. He is the best!!!"
Jul 16, 2018 - "I feel so fortunate to be one of Dr. I I I Priveteras patients that I drive 2 hours just for my appointment, usually spending the night in a hotel. I always leave his office knowing I have made the correct choice in making him my doctor."
Jun 28, 2018 - "Dr. Privitera has always been thorough, helpful, and I definitely know my thoughts are heard."
Jun 20, 2018 - "*Dr. Privitera is the best. I would not go to not other dr. Been going to him since 2003."
Jun 20, 2018 - "Dr. Privatera is outstanding. He is knowledgeable, compassionate and I have the utmost trust in him."
Jun 7, 2018
- "Dr. Privatera is an exceptional neurologist, knowledgeable, efficient, caring and a joy to work with. He is a critical asset to the UC Neurology Dept. Thank you."
May 30, 2018 - "Dr. Privitera has always shown care and concern. he includes me in decision making regarding medications and explains why, or why not, any changes need to be made."
May 17, 2018 - "the best doctor ever!!! he answered all my questions and concerns, I feel very confortable."
May 10, 2018 - "I have complete confidence in Dr. Privitera. Not sure what I would do if he leaves, or God forbids, retires."
Apr 26, 2018 - "Dr Privitera's care is first rate and assures me of how best to keep responsibility for my own well being along with providing insight and his time."
Apr 23, 2018 - "Provider listens to all of my concerns and discusses his recommendations for these concerns His records are always up-to-date. He is an easy person to talk with. Did not try to rush through my appointment."
Apr 20, 2018 - "He listens, reviews and suggests any medical advice that could be helpful. He is thorough on reviewing other tests that I've had and makes sure other medications are correct."
Apr 19, 2018 - "I've been his patient since about 1985. What more can I say."
Apr 19, 2018 - "He is the best!!!"
Apr 19, 2018 - "Hands down the best neurologist I have ever worked with. explains things easily and more importantly provides great treatment/root"
Apr 4, 2018
- "Good provider who knoqws his field"
Mar 8, 2018 - "Dr. Privitera spends a great deal of time getting details about current status on how I am managing my current medications and talking about adjustments. He also does a fantastic job using myUCHealth - I can easily correspond with him in a prompt manner."
Mar 6, 2018 - "He has been a life saver to me and has always given me his upmost in treating my condition. With his care my condition has been totally rectified"
Feb 28, 2018
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