MINNEAPOLIS, April 24,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Children's Minnesota and Minnesota Epilepsy Group are
pleased to announce the re-accreditation of their epilepsy
monitoring unit as a Level 4 Epilepsy Center. This accreditation is
the highest of its kind by the National Association of Epilepsy
Centers (NAEC), meaning the center offers the highest level of
diagnosis and treatment options for children with
epilepsy.
The team at Children's Minnesota and Minnesota Epilepsy Group is
extensive and includes pediatric epileptologists, specialized
nurses, advance practice providers, neurosurgery, neuroradiology,
EEG technicians, psychology, social work and neuropsychology. The
care that is provided in the epilepsy monitoring unit includes
evaluation of seizures, spells and epilepsy with specialized
treatment specific to epilepsy including medical treatment, diet
therapy and surgical treatment for patients, in addition to
educational, psychological and neuropsychological services. As one
of the largest pediatric epilepsy centers in the country, the
program treats more than 700 patients every year, and cares for
more kids with epilepsy than any other hospital in the Upper
Midwest.
"Using the most cutting-edge technology, our specialized experts
are providing world class care to diagnose and treat children with
the most complex forms of epilepsy and other neurological
conditions," said Dr. Meysam Kebriaei, medical director of
neurosurgery at Children's Minnesota. "This re-accreditation is a
testament to the dedication of our team and assures patient
families that they have access to the best possible comprehensive
care focused on improving the quality of life of every child we
treat."
About Children's Minnesota
Children's Minnesota is
one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only one in
Minnesota devoted exclusively to
children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent
and not-for-profit system for more than 100 years, Children's
Minnesota offers more than 60
pediatric specialties through its two hospitals, multiple specialty
centers and clinics throughout the metro area. The Kid
Experts® at Children's Minnesota are chosen by more families than any
other pediatric health system in the region.
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