--- title: "Comprehensive epilepsy services at Sutter Health" description: "Living with epilepsy or seizures can be challenging, but we're here to help. Our compassionate providers offer personalized care and advanced procedures to treat and manage your condition." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/comprehensive-epilepsy-care" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Comprehensive Epilepsy Care ![comprehensive-epilepsy-care](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/comprehensive-epilepsy-care.jpg?h=1358&iar=0&w=3150) # Comprehensive epilepsy care Living with epilepsy or seizures can be challenging, but we're here to help. Our compassionate providers offer personalized care and advanced procedures to treat and manage your condition. [Find a neurologist](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Epilepsy%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ![comprehensive-epilepsy-care](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/comprehensive-epilepsy-care.jpg?h=1358&iar=0&w=3150) ## Why choose Sutter? At Sutter, we're committed to delivering exceptional care for those affected by epilepsy. From diagnosis to ongoing management, our specialized epilepsy centers provide seamless access to expert neurologists, cutting-edge technology and comprehensive support services. Whether you need routine care or advanced treatment for epilepsy that has not improved with medication, our team works collaboratively to develop personalized plans that prioritize your well-being and quality of life. With access to the latest diagnostics, advanced treatment options, and Level 3 and Level 4 NAEC-certified epilepsy centers, we're here to help you take control and live confidently with epilepsy. ## By the numbers ### 20+ neurologists provide comprehensive epilepsy services, from diagnostics to surgery. ### 9 epilepsy centers have long term monitoring services for neurological conditions. ### 2 Level 4 epilepsy centers offer cutting-edge care for epilepsy and seizure to adults. ### 1of 5 Level 3 pediatric epilepsy centers accredited by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers in Northern California. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - Benign Childhood Focal Epilepsy - Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure - Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy - Landau-Kleffner Syndrome - Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome - Rasmussen Syndrome ## Diagnostics - Brain Mapping - Continuous EEG Monitoring - Electrocorticography - Electroencephalography (EEG) for Epilepsy - Wada Test ## Treatments - Corpus Callosotomy - Deep Brain Stimulation - Laser Ablation - Lobectomy - Medical management - Medication management - Neuropsychology - Neurostimulation - [Nutritional support](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/nutrition) - Responsive Neurostimulator - Vagus Nerve Stimulation ## Specialty program **Level 3 and 4 Epilepsy Centers** Our comprehensive epilepsy program has received prestigious recognition for providing high-quality, advanced epilepsy care. CPMC and Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento are designated as Level 4 Centers by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers — the highest level a center can receive in the treatment of patients with complex epilepsy. Mills Peninsula Medical Center is designated as a Level 3 Epilepsy Center by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers — bringing advanced evaluation and care closer to home, so you can manage seizures and get back to what matters. Our neurodiagnostic laboratory received a five-year accreditation by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic Technologists. ## Sutter comprehensive epilepsy care locations ### [Sutter Medical Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-medical-center-1043247406) 1020 29th Street Sacramento, CA 95816 US [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=1020+29th+Street+Sacramento%2C+CA+95816+US) Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm ### [CPMC Van Ness Campus](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/cpmc-van-ness-campus-1043247265) 1101 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94109 US [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=1101+Van+Ness+Avenue+San+Francisco%2C+CA+94109+US) [415-600-6000](tel:+14156006000) Open 24 hours ### [Sutter Medical Center | Anderson Lucchetti Women's & Children's Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-medical-center-anderson-lucchetti-women-s-children-s-center-1043246781) 2825 Capitol Avenue Sacramento, CA 95816 US [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=2825+Capitol+Avenue+Sacramento%2C+CA+95816+US) [916-887-0000](tel:+19168870000) Open 24 hours ### [CPMC Davies Campus](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/cpmc-davies-campus-1043247011) 601 Duboce Avenue San Francisco, CA 94117 US [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=601+Duboce+Avenue+San+Francisco%2C+CA+94117+US) [415-600-6000](tel:+14156006000) Open 24 hours ### [Sutter Mills Peninsula Medical Center, Burlingame Campus](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/mills-peninsula-medical-center-1043246780) 1501 Trousdale Drive Burlingame, CA 94010 US [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=1501+Trousdale+Drive+Burlingame%2C+CA+94010+US) [650-696-5400](tel:+16506965400) Open 24 hours What if I have another seizure? From tracking your seizures to recovering from one, learn what to do if you have another seizure. ![doctor-viewing-brain-scans](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/doctor-viewing-brain-scans.jpg?h=512&iar=0&w=683) ## Neurological conditions research Neurological conditions affect the nervous system due to brain, spinal cord or nerve issues. There are many known neurological conditions, but rest assured, extensive ongoing research seeks to uncover more effective treatments. [View research](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?query=%22Neurological+Disorders%22) ![doctor-viewing-brain-scans](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/doctor-viewing-brain-scans.jpg?h=512&iar=0&w=683) ## Classes & events [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Brain+health+and+memory%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) - Support Group ### [Dementia Caregivers Support Group - Santa Barbara](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/69277bd2a98c7b70b11045d5/) Tuesday, November 17, 2026 Build a support system with people who understand. - Class ### [Managing Menopause (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a750bbbaa8d303b3e6cec4f/) Tuesday, December 1, 2026 Join Lorena Hillman, M.D., to learn about menopause and perimenopause and the holistic strategies that can help with symptoms that arise, including insomnia, hot flashes, and fatigue. - Class ### [Exploring Toxic Mold Illness (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6aea275e96b7788d3d507b8e/) Wednesday, February 3, 2027 Haleh Sheikholeslami, M.D. has designed this three-part shared medical appointment for those who suspect that toxic mold illness is the root cause of their symptoms. [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Brain+health+and+memory%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) ## Patient stories [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) - [Patient story ### Teen With Epilepsy Paddles Past Limits ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/teen-with-epilepsy-paddles-past-limits-2033861037) [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) ## Frequently asked questions **What should I do if I have a seizure?** Call 911 if you have a seizure and have never had one before. If you have a seizure disorder, make a seizure plan with your family, friends, coworkers and teachers. Tell them to call 911 if: - You don’t start breathing normally after a seizure. - You have a seizure in water. - Your seizure lasts more than 5 minutes. - You have another seizure right after the first one. - You’re pregnant and you have a seizure. - You have diabetes or a serious illness and have a seizure. - You get hurt during a seizure. **What is an epileptologist?** An epileptologist is a neurologist trained to care for people with epilepsy. In addition to our comprehensive epilepsy centers, Sutter has epileptologists spread across Northern California to provide care for you close to home. **What is a comprehensive epilepsy center?** A comprehensive (Level 4) epilepsy center specializes in treating patients with uncontrollable seizures, otherwise known as intractable, drug-resistant or refractory epilepsy. By combining the expertise of epileptologists, neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, nurse specialists, EEG technologists, social workers and other specialists, these centers provide exceptional, patient-focused care. A Level 4 center provides more complex forms of neurodiagnostic monitoring and more extensive medical, neuropsychological and psychosocial treatment. These centers provide in-depth evaluations to locate the source of your seizures. When the source is found, the centers offer a wide array of surgical procedures for epilepsy. A Level 3 epilepsy center is also accredited by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC), for people whose seizures aren't controlled by standard medications. You get advanced diagnostics like long-term video-EEG monitoring and neuroimaging, medical management by epileptologists, and basic surgical options such as vagus nerve stimulators (VNS). Level 3 centers don't perform complex intracranial EEG or invasive brain surgery monitoring — that's where Level 4 centers come in, as higher-tier regional referral sites offering the most advanced surgical techniques. **When should you be referred to a comprehensive epilepsy center?** For people with uncontrolled seizures, a delayed or denied referral can pose serious health risks. If your seizures aren’t under control, talk with your primary care doctor or neurologist about a referral to one of Sutter’s comprehensive epilepsy centers. ## Care for epilepsy and seizures Access epilepsy care at Sutter, with advanced treatments and ongoing support tailored to your needs. 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This information is very helpful to your epileptologist and care team.","duration":"PT1M14S","transcript":"Whenever you have a seizure, you should track it.\nYou can use a calendar, a seizure diary or a free app\non your cell phone.\nWhen you track your seizure, take\nnote of any recent changes in your life.\nDid you miss any medications?\nWere you traveling?\nHave you been stressed?\nHave you had difficulty sleeping?\nHave you had other health problems?\nOr, Are you taking any new medications?\nThese are all important questions to ask yourself.\nIf you have a single seizure that does not\nlast longer than five minutes, you most likely dont\nneed to go to a hospital.\nBut, you should have a seizure plan in place.\nTalk to your doctor about what a seizure plan is for you.\nIf you experience a seizure after having none\nfor an extended period of time, let\nyour doctor know immediately.\nAn adjustment in your epilepsy medication may be needed.\nYou should discuss this question, and others\nyou may have, with a neurologist who specializes in epilepsy.\nFor more information visit\nsutterhealth.org/epilepsy."} ```