The Epilepsy Clinic at Hamilton General Hospital cares for adult patients (18 years and older) with chronic uncontrolled epilepsy, newly diagnosed epilepsy or those for whom an epilepsy diagnosis is uncertain. The clinic is located within the Neuroscience Ambulatory Centre.
Care We Provide
- Rapid access to diagnostic tests and treatments
- Assessment for admission to the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit
- Provide individuals with epilepsy with access to research opportunities
Team Members
Team members you may see during your visit to the Epilepsy Clinic include:
- Neurologists with a special focus in epilepsy
- Doctors in training (also called Residents and Clinical Fellows)
- Nurse Practitioners
- Clerks who help manage the clinics. You will speak to a clerk when you call the clinic. They may ask for more information, or may call you with an appointment or instructions about tests.
Patient Information
You will be seen in an outpatient clinic setting. You do not stay overnight.
Please bring a current list of your medications each time you visit the clinic.
You are welcome to bring a family member or support person to your appointment if you wish.
Referral Process
You will generally be referred by your family doctors or a specialist. Sometimes the doctor managing your epilepsy will co-manage your case with the Epileptologist at the clinic. You may also be referred through the Emergency Department or after discharge from hospital.
