Samuel F. Berkovic

Neurologist

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Samuel F. Berkovic

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Parkville

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Services Offered by Samuel F. Berkovic

  • Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE)

  • Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy

  • Epilepsy

  • Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures

  • Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)

  • Lafora Disease

  • Mosaicism

  • Myoclonic Epilepsy

  • Partial Familial Epilepsy

  • Periventricular Heterotopia

  • Seizures

  • Absence Seizure

  • Batten Disease

  • CLN1 Disease

  • CLN2 Disease

  • CLN3 Disease

  • CLN4 Disease

  • CLN5 Disease

  • Cortical Dysplasia

  • Dravet Syndrome

  • Drug Induced Dyskinesia

  • Epilepsy in Children

  • Epilepsy Juvenile Absence

  • Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure

  • Hypothalamic Hamartomas

  • Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy

  • Lissencephaly 1

  • Miller-Dieker Syndrome

  • Pallister-Hall Syndrome

  • Photosensitive Epilepsy

  • Rasmussen Encephalitis

  • Spasmus Nutans

  • Subcortical Band Heterotopia

  • West Syndrome

  • Benign Familial Neonatal Seizures

  • Benign Rolandic Epilepsy

  • Chromosome 6q Deletion

  • Encephalocele

  • Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia

  • Hereditary Hyperekplexia

  • Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal Crisis

  • Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS)

  • Lissencephaly

  • Myoclonus-Dystonia

  • Palatal Myoclonus

  • Polydactyly

  • Tuberous Sclerosis

  • Tuberous Sclerosis Complex

  • Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome

  • Aicardi Syndrome

  • Alzheimer's Disease

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features

  • Brain Tumor

  • Cardiac Arrest

  • Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy

  • Chorea

  • Chorea-Acanthocytosis

  • Continuous Spike-Wave During Slow Sleep Syndrome

  • Conversion Disorder

  • Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease

  • Delayed Growth

  • Dementia

  • Developmental Dysphasia Familial

  • DOOR Syndrome

  • Dysarthria

  • Encephalitis

  • Fainting

  • Familial Dysautonomia

  • Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope

  • Focal Dystonia

  • Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration

  • Frontotemporal Dementia

  • Ganglioglioma

  • Glycogen Storage Disease Type 6

  • Hallervorden-Spatz Disease

  • Hernia

  • Hypothalamic Tumor

  • Knobloch Syndrome

  • Landau-Kleffner Syndrome

  • Long QT Syndrome

  • Microcephaly Deafness Syndrome

  • Movement Disorders

  • Niemann-Pick Disease

  • Polymicrogyria

  • Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy

  • Restless Legs Syndrome

  • Scoliosis

  • Sturge-Weber Syndrome

About Of Samuel F. Berkovic

Samuel F. Berkovic is a doctor who helps people with different kinds of health problems, especially those related to the brain and seizures. He is very good at treating conditions like epilepsy, movement disorders, and genetic diseases that affect the brain. Some of the conditions he works with include seizures, epilepsy, autism, Alzheimer's disease, and many others.

Dr. Berkovic is known for his special skills in understanding and treating various brain-related disorders. He uses his knowledge and expertise to help patients feel better and improve their health. Patients trust him because he is caring, knowledgeable, and dedicated to helping them get better.

To stay updated on the latest medical knowledge and research, Dr. Berkovic regularly reads scientific journals, attends conferences, and collaborates with other experts in the field. This helps him provide the best possible care to his patients and stay informed about new treatments and therapies.

Dr. Berkovic works closely with his colleagues and other medical professionals to ensure that patients receive comprehensive and coordinated care. He values teamwork and believes that working together with other experts leads to better outcomes for patients.

Through his work, Dr. Berkovic has positively impacted many patients' lives by providing effective treatments, improving their quality of life, and offering support and guidance to them and their families. His dedication to patient care and commitment to advancing medical knowledge have made a significant difference in the lives of those he treats.

One of Dr. Berkovic's notable publications is a study on sex-specific patterns of reproduction in people with epilepsy, published in the journal Neurology. He has also been involved in clinical trials, such as a study on YKP3089 as adjunctive therapy in subjects with partial onset seizures. These research efforts contribute to advancing medical science and improving treatments for patients with neurological disorders.

Publications by Samuel F. Berkovic

Clinical Trials by Samuel F. Berkovic

An Open Label, Multicenter, Safety and Pharmacokinetic Study of YKP3089 as Adjunctive Therapy in Subjects With Partial Onset Seizures

Enrollment Status: Completed

Published: May 14, 2024

Intervention Type: Drug

Study Drug: YKP3089

Study Phase: Phase 3

Patient Reviews for Samuel F. Berkovic

Sarah Cohen

Dr. Berkovic is an amazing neurologist who truly cares about his patients. He took the time to listen to my concerns and provided a clear treatment plan. Highly recommend!

Jacob Levy

I have been seeing Dr. Berkovic for my neurological issues and I am extremely satisfied with the care I have received. He is knowledgeable, compassionate, and thorough in his approach.

Hannah Goldstein

Dr. Berkovic is a top-notch neurologist who goes above and beyond for his patients. He explained my condition in a way that was easy to understand and made me feel at ease throughout the process.

Isaac Cohen

I cannot thank Dr. Berkovic enough for the exceptional care he provided me. He is a skilled neurologist who is dedicated to helping his patients achieve optimal health. Highly recommend him!

Leah Abramowitz

Dr. Berkovic is a fantastic neurologist who truly listens to his patients and treats them with respect. I am grateful for his expertise and compassionate care.

Frequently Asked Questions About Samuel F. Berkovic

What conditions does Samuel F. Berkovic specialize in treating as a neurologist?

Samuel F. Berkovic specializes in treating a wide range of neurological conditions such as epilepsy, migraines, movement disorders, and neurogenetic disorders.

What diagnostic tests does Samuel F. Berkovic offer to evaluate neurological conditions?

Samuel F. Berkovic offers diagnostic tests such as EEG (electroencephalogram), MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), genetic testing, and neurological examinations to evaluate and diagnose neurological conditions.

What treatment options does Samuel F. Berkovic provide for patients with epilepsy?

Samuel F. Berkovic offers personalized treatment plans for epilepsy patients, including medication management, ketogenic diet therapy, VNS (vagus nerve stimulation), and surgical options like epilepsy surgery.

How does Samuel F. Berkovic approach the management of migraines in patients?

Samuel F. Berkovic takes a comprehensive approach to managing migraines, including lifestyle modifications, medication management, Botox injections, and identifying triggers to help patients effectively manage their migraine symptoms.

What are common signs that indicate a patient should seek a consultation with Samuel F. Berkovic for a neurological concern?

Patients should consider seeking a consultation with Samuel F. Berkovic if they experience persistent headaches, seizures, memory problems, numbness or tingling, balance issues, or any other concerning neurological symptoms.

How does Samuel F. Berkovic stay current with the latest advancements in neurology to provide the best care for patients?

Samuel F. Berkovic actively participates in research, attends conferences, and collaborates with other experts in the field of neurology to stay updated on the latest advancements and provide cutting-edge care to his patients.

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