Jerry Shih, MD, neurologist and director of the epilepsy center at UC San Diego Health.
News — The Comprehensive Epilepsy Center at UC San Diego Health has been reaccredited as a Level 4 Adult Epilepsy Center by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC) — the highest possible designation. UC San Diego Health is proud to remain the only adult Level 4 epilepsy center in San Diego County.
This designation highlights the health system as a leading destination for adults with complex epilepsy in Southern California. The center offers the most advanced diagnostics, minimally invasive surgical options, and access to pioneering clinical trials, including regenerative therapies for drug-resistant epilepsy.
Level 4 status recognizes expertise in performing the most sophisticated surgical interventions and delivering comprehensive, team-based care. The multidisciplinary team includes specialized neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, and other health experts dedicated to improving quality of life for people living with epilepsy.
, neurologist and director of the epilepsy center at UC San Diego Health, is available for interviews on the importance of early diagnosis, what this certification means for patients, and the latest advancements in epilepsy treatment.
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